The second phase of a major campaign to recruit foster carers has begun in earnest. In May, Swindon Borough Council launched a massive drive to encourage more people to sign up to become foster carers. And this month, after receiving almost 150 enquiries since May, the Council is pushing ahead with the next stage of… read more
A hundred years after the guns fell silent at the end of the First World War, Swindon Museum and Art Gallery is hosting a new exhibition exploring the impact of the conflict on the landscape and people of Wiltshire. The exhibition “Cicatrix… the scar of a healed wound” brings together six contemporary artists from the… read more
The Waste Strategy engagement is now live! The engagement period will close on the 19th October. Please see details below. Please click on the link below to access further information and the questionnaire. www.sustainableswindon.co.uk
Is there anyone interested in being a new allotment holder? We are working our way through the waiting lists at the moment. Please be advised that a plot is a lot of work and commitment – time will need to be regularly dedicated to keeping the plot up to standard. Contact me via our contact… read more
The government has set a target for the UK to reach 50% recycling rate by 2020. Right now, our recycling rate is 38% which has fallen from 48% in 2011/12. Recycling can be confusing but it doesn’t have to be. To start, why not check out our website where you can find a handy guide… read more
The Waste Strategy engagement is now live! We need to consider what we will change to make sure we can collect your waste and recycling in an efficient and environmentally-friendly way. There are four things to consider that affect how we process waste, which are: Rules and guidance from Central Government and the EU (Policy… read more
Council Promotes Free Blood Pressure Tests As Part Of Know Your Numbers! Week Swindon Borough Council is urging local residents to get their blood pressure checked for free as part of national Know Your Numbers Week, the UK’s biggest blood pressure testing event held at ‘Pressure Stations’ around the country from 10th – 16th September… read more
The Lost Words Trail is a great way to spend time with your family and have fun exploring Swindon Can you find the lost words hidden around Swindon town centre? The trail is inspired by The Lost Words by Robert Macfarlane, a book full of nature-themed words that are falling out of children’s common usage. Join… read more
North Wessex Downs AONB 5 Year Management Plan The North Wessex Downs AONB 5 Year Management Plan is being reviewed. This plan is a legal document which is adopted by all local authorities in which the North Wessex Downs sit. You can have your say on the new draft plan here.
Who we are and what we do? Healthwatch are the independent national champion for people who use health and social care services. We’re here to make sure that those running services, and the government, put people at the heart of care. Our sole purpose is to understand the needs, experiences and concerns of people who use… read more
Ogbourne C of E Primary School Open Day Friday 21st September 2018 9.30am – 12 noon 1.30pm – 3.00pm All are welcome
Tenders are now being accepted for work to improve and expand the Rec ground car park off Norris Close. Some requirements: Tenders MUST be received in full by 30th September Work MUST be able to start between 29th October and 5th November latest Contractors must be able to meet at the Rec Hall car park… read more
Sustrans is preparing a grant application to provide money to make improvements to the path surface and alignment near Dukesmead Kennels, north of Ogbourne St George. To support this, they need to quantify how well used the path is at this point. We would like to arrange a survey to count path users over 1… read more
Points of interest from the meetings held in March 2018 Neighbourhood Watch The next Neighbourhood meeting is Monday 4th June 2018 at 7.30pm at the Recreation Hall off Norris Close. Everyone is welcome to attend. Dates for 2018 will be on the Parish Council website and also on the noticeboards at New Road by the… read more
The Swindon Half-Marathon is fast approaching. Please see the website for details.
Stagecoach has published a number of changes to its services. View the changes at their website.
We have received the following information from Swindon Borough Council: Please be aware of the closure of the former MOD Road/Comet Way due to essential maintenance work to be carried out. This unavoidable work will be commencing on Tuesday 28th August 2018 and the road will be closed to all vehicles for 4 days. Therefore… read more
The Resident’s Scarecrow Trail Residents of the Parish set up a scarecrow trail for Community Charity with impressive results, truly showing the commitment our residents have to being creative and supportive.
Thousands of residents will compete against each other to see if their school, community or business can walk, run or cycle the furthest as part of a Borough-wide game that will launch in Swindon this autumn. Running from Wednesday, 12th September to Wednesday, 24th October, Beat the Street is a free, fun challenge where people… read more
Norris Close parking Improvements Update: We are currently waiting for revised plans to come back from SBC in regards to parking on Norris Close. There are no plans to remove the green area. Residents of Norris Close will be consulted before any work is agreed on. The Parish Council have a long term commitment to… read more