Is your wardrobe winter-ready?

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.  Everyone has a right to well-fitting clothing, and as… read more

Household eligibility for winter support schemes

On 1st November, the Department for Work and Pensions and Department for Energy Security and Net Zero  reminded households receiving certain benefits, including Pension Credit, that they could be eligible for extra money to help keep warm during the cold weather until the end of March 2025. DWP’s Cold Weather Payments are an automatic bank… read more

Exciting Volunteering Opportunities from Brighter Futures

Chiseldon Parish Council has received the following communication from Brighter Futures. CPC publishes information on events, 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… read more

Get immersed in the town’s past this half-term at Swindon Museums

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

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

Dinosaur Week at Museum & Art Swindon (MAS) this October half-term

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

The Severnake Tree Trail

Explore the ancient trees of the Severnake Forest with this walking trail: Download a map and information for the trail.

Household Support Fund

The Household Support Fund has been extended until March next year, giving vulnerable households support for essentials this winter, such as food, heating and housing. Councillors will formally agree how the funding will be awarded, but it will be recommended that funds are given to those low-income pensioners most impacted by heating costs over winter following… read more

Reminder for families to claim child benefit

Child Benefit is worth up to £1,331 a year for the first child and £881 for each additional child. Claims can be made 48 hours after the baby’s birth has been registered. With payments made within three days, this means parents could receive their first payment within a week. Claims can also be backdated for… read more