We’ve received the following update from Swindon Borough Council: A broad range of work is in progress at Junction 16 including the import of clay, utility diversions – including gas and telecommunications – and the earthworks and drainage at the inner south side of the roundabout and Hay Lane. The import of clay has continued… read more
Thamesdown Buses have evaluated feedback and listened to customer comments and these changes will offer improved connections across Swindon from 14 May 2017. As well as changes to timetables there are two brand new routes to enjoy: Route 5 running between Haydon Wick | Town Centre | Walcot East | Park North Route R1 running from Town Centre… read more
Network Rail need to lower the track under the listed Roman Road/Ermin Street bridge to create room for the overhead line equipment that will power the new electric trains. Rail services between Didcot and Bristol Parkway via Swindon will be affected over the bank holiday weekend (27th – 29th May 2017). Read more about the… read more
Please see details on the document below: Transport Report – June 2017
Information on road closures, Junction 14 (Hungerford) to 15 (Swindon) M4
We have now received dates for future events concerning the railway path. Sunday June 11th: workday, possibly south of Ogbourne St Andrew Sunday July 30th: butterfly walk at Whitefield Farm, north of Ogbourne St George Sunday Sept 10th: workday, possibly in the Marlborough area Saturday Oct 14th: workday, possibly north of Ogbourne St George Sunday… read more
The new pedestrian-cycle route along the northern verge of Covingham Drive was completed a few weeks ago and it’s great to see lots of walkers and cyclists already making good use of it. We have received some really positive feedback on the new route which is a high quality addition to the Swindon Urban Cycle… read more
Work is continuing on Akers Way and the road remains closed from St Mary’s Church and Cheney Manor Industrial Estate to enable the contractor to continue with phase 1 of the works. The diversion route for phase one of the works will be via Cheney Manor Industrial Estate Road, Darby Close and Cheney Manor Road. There will… read more
A new map has been published that provides an opportunity for you (and your friends and family) to explore Swindon’s extensive cycle path network. Swindon BUG has placed over 35 checkpoints on or very near cycle paths around the borough. The idea is to download an activity sheet, grab the map and go out and… read more
The third round of public consultation for the Wichelstowe to Swindon town centre quality bus corridor took place in late February and March 2017, which included a series of informal public drop-in events and discussions with local stakeholders. The scheme presented plans for Old Town and Mannington roundabout to support the delivery of a faster… read more
The Parish Council will be requesting a meeting with Swindon Borough Council to discuss the proposals for the M4 J15 works. If you have any comments on how this scheme can be managed and delivered to be an asset to Chiseldon Parish then please email your comments to clerk@chiseldon-pc.gov.uk for consideration. Mrs Clair Wilkinson Parish… read more
The May Transport Report is now available. Please click here to view the document.
Work to transform Junction 16 of the M4 is progressing well, with over 10,000 hours worked on site in March. The import of clay continues, aided by the warm and dry weather, and the utility diversion works are ongoing. Again, these works are not expected to disrupt anyone’s supplies. Please note that on the 24th, 25th… read more
This week work has begun on the major reconstruction of Akers Way. The road has been closed between St Mary’s Church and Cheney Manor Industrial Estate to enable the contractor to begin phase one of the works which is expected to last up to six weeks. The site compound is now in place and traffic marshals are… read more
The attached documents give details of the closure. This is due to begin on 30th May for three days. If this raises any issues for you, please contact the Clerk in the first instance. Public notice of closure Turnbull Road and Slipper Lane Plan
Easter Bus services Good Friday: only 80/81 are running on a Saturday timetable. Easter Saturday: X5, 80/81 and Thamesdown 70A 72A will be running on normal Saturday timetable. Easter Sunday and Monday: only service 80 running on Sunday timetable (only running 2 hourly as far as Marlborough) For further info look at the bus company… read more
Rail disruption during April From 8th to 23rd April 2017, be aware of potential disruption if you’re travelling through Bath Spa railway station. Network Rail is modernising the station in preparation for new, longer trains which will enter service later this year. The work will include making the platforms wider and will also reduce the stepping… read more
Please click here for the details of the recent changes to the Sunday service.
Swindon Borough Council is responsible for the repair of patches and potholes to all roads, highways, footpaths and cycle ways within the Borough. To report a pothole call 01793 445500.
The Highstreet will be closed for resurfacing from 10th to 21st April