Chiseldon Parish Council publishes information on services and organisations which it feels may be of interest to parishioners. However, this does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by the Council. In addition, please note that we cannot guarantee the security or safety of any external websites. It’s an exciting time here at Lydiard Park as… read more
Families are invited to step into Spring at Lydiard Park this Easter with a programme filled with adventure, creativity and delicious food. The ever-popular Lydiard Park Easter Trail returns this April. Set within the Grade II listed grounds of Lydiard Park, the trail promises an unforgettable experience for children and adults alike. It will take… read more
We’re passing on the following from Dick Millard regarding work on the railway path. We’re having a workday on the Railway Path again. This one will be on Tuesday 18th March. We’ll meet at 9:30 at the Three Trees Café for a coffee, and then go to the cutting just north of Whitefield Farm. We… read more
See the link below for a pdf detailing events at Avebury during February and March. What’s On Avebury: February and March 2025
With more and more residents of our town committed to a cleaner and greener Swindon, ‘Keep Swindon Tidy’ volunteers are calling on more support to get Swindon’s streets more clear of litter. As people embark on positive intentions for the year ahead, why not improve your physical health and wellbeing as well as make a… read more
At 1st Chiseldon Scout Group we are launching a new section for young people aged 4 to 6 years. It is called Squirrels and we are having an open event to launch it. This will be the youngest group feeding into Beavers, Cubs and then Scouts. This will support young people living in Chiseldon and… read more
Chiseldon Parish Council publishes information on services and organisations which it feels may be of interest to parishioners. However, this does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by the Council. In addition, please note that we cannot guarantee the security or safety of any external websites. Please read the full story here: The Patriots Arms… read more
The Parish Council has installed some lovely new swing seats at Castle View play area last week. The old ones were at the end of their life.
From dinosaurs to train emergencies, there’s plenty going on at Swindon’s museums this half-term to engage families in the history of the town. Swindon Borough Council’s three museums are hosting a number of activities to keep families entertained over the October half-term and there’s sure to be something to suit everyone’s tastes… Read the full… read more
Autumn has arrived at Lydiard Park and the trees are slowly transforming into beautiful gold, orange and crimson shades. Find out what’s happening across our Museum, Park and Hotel with this month’s roundup of news and events. Find out more from the Lydiard Park Newsletter
It’s Dinosaur Week at Museum & Art Swindon (MAS) this October half-term! Come and have a roar-some time and get up close and personal with creatures from Swindon’s prehistoric past. Between 26 October and 2 November, visitors to MAS can find out about Swindon’s Jurassic sea monsters and try the new dinosaur trail. Also, on… read more
Explore the ancient trees of the Severnake Forest with this walking trail: Download a map and information for the trail.
Booking link: https://headstart-skillz.pembee.app/activity/66fa9c52f6c6b537f92549ef Password: SN40NW
The Chiseldon Local History Group Summer Walk is on Wednesday 21st August. Please meet at the Strouds Hill information board at 6pm.
Where? Lydiard Park, Wiltshire When? Saturday 10th August: 10am to 5pm, Sunday 11th August: 10am to 5pm How much? Child tickets – 5-17, under 5’s free* Family tickets – 2 adults and 2 kids For more information and to book: Great British Food Festival at Lydiard Park Wiltshire
To help families with younger children to take part in the Summer Reading Challenge, and to link in with the Swindon Summer Trails Challenge, and enjoy our beautiful parks, we have set up Story Trails at Coate Water and Lydiard Park. Both trails start in the playgrounds and feature a family friendly walk through the parks. The theme for the… read more
An update from Swindon Borough Council to pass onto our parishioners: The 18-hole pitch and putt and 18-hole crazy golf are now available to make your day at Coate Water a little bit more competitive. Both facilities have been closed since the pandemic. Over the last few weeks the fairways have been mown and the… read more
Swindon Borough Council has shared some news about progress on the splash park: We’re incredibly excited to open our new splash park this summer and we’re making good progress. Our contractor has re-laid the concrete surface and re-installed the pipework and drainage. However, we’re still waiting for the soft flooring surface, which has come from… read more
Chiseldon Parish Council publishes information on services and organisations which it feels may be of interest to parishioners. However, this does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by the Council. In addition, please note that we cannot guarantee the security or safety of any external websites.