Old Council Papers
The History Club have been given access to some very old and interesting Council papers, these will be then stored at the County Archive in Chippenham.
“Swing Birds” Charity Concert
Swindon’s all female 16 piece big band and singers. Sunday 7th November 2021 7.30pm 10pm Peglars Way, Wichelstowe SN1 7DA Doors open 6.30 pm TA charity concert in aid of the Deanery DC Academy. (To purchase a defibrillator for the community entrance at the deanery) (We are also raising funds for the prospect hospice.)
Tap On, Tap Off 🚌 with Swindon’s Bus Company
It’s getting easier to pay for your bus with the launch of Swindon’s Bus Company, Tap On Tap Off service. Launching on 28th September 2021, you will be able to pay for your bus fare by tapping on with your debit/credit card and tapping off when you arrive at your destination – the new payment… read more
Residents encouraged to get COVID booster jabs when asked
From Friday 24 September invitations for COVID-19 booster vaccines have been sent out by the NHS across Swindon to all those currently eligible for a third dose. This is priority groups 1-9 who received the vaccination in Phase 1 of the COVID-19 vaccination programme, including people over 50, health and social care workers, care home… read more
Dedicated Fraud Protection Officer For Wiltshire
Wiltshire Police has a new Fraud Protect Officer – dedicated to protecting people living in the county from the increasing threat of fraud. PC Rachel Davies has been working in the Force as a police officer for the past 20 years and has just taken on the new role aimed at cutting this crime, which… read more
Swindon Shopmobility
Swindon Shopmobility, based in the town centre, provides a selection of manually propelled and battery-powered wheelchairs and mobility scooters. These can be hired by anyone with limited mobility for as little as £2 a day for use in the town centre area. Free parking is also provided. Available equipment for hire includes: Mobility scooters Power… read more
Government Planning Inspectorate date announcement for Earthline Appeal
Dear Planning Enforcement, I am writing to confirm that the inquiry into this appeal(s) will open at 10:00 on 10 May 2022. Please can your LPA source an appropriate venue and inform me of the details. This will be reserved for 8 day(s). The sitting days are at the Inspector’s discretion and may be changed… read more
Ridgeway Bell Articles – September 2021
Points of interest from the meetings held in September 2021. Co-opt a new Cllr Following the resignation of Andrew McDonald the Parish Council is now in a position to co-opt a new councillor. Please see the advert at the end of this article. Castle View play area flooring update The Environment, General Purpose and Amenities… read more
Scarecrow Trail – See the Photos
The theme for this year’s Scarecrow Trail was Children’s Books. residents responded by creating many weird, wonderful and above all imaginative figures and scenarios. A couple of examples appear below, but a comprehensive selection can be seen in the gallery on our Resident Information page.
Broome Manor Lane, Burderop Wood bridge deck crossing the M4 between J15 and J16
National Highways operates, maintains and improves England’s motorways and major A roads. Further to the postcard we sent you in July 2021, we’re writing to update you on works to this bridge deck. We had planned to reopen the bridge deck at the end of August 2021, but this has now been delayed. We have… read more
Rapid increase in COVID-19 admissions at Great Western Hospital
Both in Swindon and across the country, the pandemic has created backlogs of patients waiting for routine operations and treatment. The Government has said it expects waiting lists to get worse before they get better as people come forward for help. Relieving the burden of COVID-19, adding to existing pressures on hospital bed capacity and… read more
North Wessex Downs Autumn Newsletter 2021
This autumn edition includes news of the beautiful and mysterious Museum of the Moon coming to the Marlborough Dark Skies Fest in October, the new farming funding that has been allocated to us from Defra and updates from our Sparkling Streams and Mend the Gap projects. https://bit.ly/SeptNWDNews
Work has started to replace the flooring at the Castle View Play area.
Work has started to replace the flooring at the Castle View Play area.
Neighbourhood Watch Newsletter
We are delighted to bring you the September OUR NEWS edition – a monthly newsletter for all Neighbourhood Watch supporters across England and Wales. This edition introduces you to our Neighbour of the Year Awards 2021 – open for nominations from 14th September, the no-excuse approach to gas safety, fraud trends, rural crime reporting, discount… read more
Swindon Borough Council Ward Councillor surgeries
Chiseldon and Lawn Ward Cllrs Jenny Jefferies and William Horley will have their monthly surgeries the first Saturday of each month, 11.30 to 12.30 at the Patriot’s Arms pub on Draycott Road in Chiseldon. All residents are welcome to attend to chat to Jenny and William about any local issues that concern them, or they… read more
Total Swindon – Are You Back2School Ready?
September has arrived and that means its Goodbye Summer, Hello Autumn, as kids return to school and the cold weather approaches! September is still full of fun with Halloween fast approaching, and tons of great Autumn events to get involved in. Find out what’s happening in Swindon in Autumn!
Hodson M4 bridge opening update
New opening date 31st October. The extent of the concrete repairs and curing times is more than originally thought. They will then re-instate the highway surface.
Swindon Library & Information Service – Service Recovery Update – September 2021
With effect from Tuesday, 31 August 2021 Swindon Library & Information Service is able to continue its phased recovery and reintroduce a wider range of access and services for Swindon residents. More opening hours are being restored during September, as well as Sunday opening at North Swindon Library. We hope that Saturday opening will be… read more
Overnight road closures and restrictions in Swindon
This Order is being introduced for essential highway maintenance and will prohibit vehicles from proceeding when overnight closures are in place on the following roads: Faraday Road adjacent to Dorcan Industrial Estate – No through road (access only) A361 Highworth Road at Redlands Area – traffic to be diverted via B4019, A419, A361 and vice… read more
Highways England has been renamed National Highways
As of 20 August 2021, Highways England has been renamed National Highways. The name change reflects the role of the strategic road network – to connect the nations regions – and the part it plays in setting Highways standards across the UK. The remit of the organisation has not changed and we will continue to… read more