Updated bus map of central Swindon bus routes

Swindon Borough Council has published a shared network map showing all colour coded routes throughout Swindon and further afield. Follow the link below to view the updated bus map of central Swindon bus routes. https://www.swindon.gov.uk/downloads/file/11411/swindon_joint_network_map

Chief Constable fortnightly update to the Police and Crime Commissioner – 11 April 2025

Chiseldon Parish Council shares communications it receives which may be of interest to our residents Dear Police and Crime Commissioner Philip Wilkinson, Yesterday, the Government made additional announcements regarding the Neighbourhood Policing Guarantee. The Guarantee sets out what communities should expect from their neighbourhood policing team. The latest announcements included; Each Force having named and… read more

Increased SBC customer service support available in town centre

Local residents who need support with council services can now receive it via one central location in the town centre. From Monday, 14 April Swindon Borough Council’s Customer Services provision is being moved to Swindon Central Library in Regent Circus and will be available Monday to Friday from 10am until 5pm. Following resident feedback that Swindon… read more

2025 Litter Pick – Thank You!

Our litter pick on Sat 5th April was a big success and we give our thanks to all the volunteer residents and Cllrs who came out to support it.  We estimate about 20 people were there, plus the team that started at Badbury.  We covered all areas of the parish. Our contractor Allbuild collected the… read more

Police & Crime Plan, Wiltshire & Swindon – PRIORITY THREE: Tackling Crimes that Matter Most to you

Chiseldon Parish Council publishes information on services and organisations which it feels may be of interest to parishioners. The following is a message from Philip Wilkinson, Police and Crime Commissioner for Wiltshire and Swindon Priority 3 in my new #MakingWiltshireSafer Police and Crime Plan is tackling crimes that matter most to local communities. To do… read more

Reminder to dog walkers to prevent livestock worrying incidents

PC Howick, of the Wiltshire Rural Crime Team, has shared tips for dog owners to prevent further cases of livestock worrying in a recent video shared to Wiltshire Police’s official social media accounts and YouTube channel. This comes after an increase in reports of livestock worrying across Wiltshire in recent weeks. PC Howick said: “We… read more

Reminder to respect and protect wild birds

We are in a very busy time for nesting birds, and the Wiltshire Rural Crime Team would like to raise awareness around the legislation and responsibilities that we all have at this time of year. All wild birds are protected and Schedules were created to highlight their level of protection. Schedule 1 species receive the… read more

Lydiard Park April Newsletter

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

Transfer of community health services

Community health services across Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire will transfer to a new provider from next Tuesday (1 April). The local Integrated Care Board has announced that local community health services will be run by HCRG Care Group and community mental health and wellbeing services will be run by Second Step. The Council has… read more

Support with your energy bills

Cabinet Member for Communities and Joint Working, Councillor Jim Grant, met with volunteer, Andrew, and CEO of Citizens Advice Swindon, Claire Newport (pictured above), this week to highlight the support they provide to local residents. Citizens Advice Swindon is part-funded by the Council and, in 2024, helped more than 10,000 people with more than 50,000 problems…. read more

Request for update on our outstanding highway issues sent to SBC

On March 28th, Chiseldon Parish Council Planning Committee wrote to Sam Mowbray, Chief Executive of Swindon Borough Council, to request an update on a number of outstanding highway issues in Chiseldon Parish. The full letter can be seen below: Letter from CPC Planning Committee to SBC Chief Executive, March 2025

Council-owned homes to receive fire and smoke alarm upgrades

  Council tenants are set to benefit from enhanced safety measures thanks to the installation of new alarms and sensors in their homes. These new alarms will be fitted with sensors that detect heat, smoke and carbon monoxide. The units will replace existing devices and will have the ability to send notifications to the Council when… read more

How to challenge your Council Tax band: a step-by-step guide

The Valuation Office Agency (VOA) is responsible for making sure that properties across England and Wales are in the correct Council Tax band. As Council Tax bills are being issued, VOA expects to see an increase in people challenging their band over the coming months. Individuals thinking about challenging their Council Tax band should note… read more