The Parish Council are investigating the feasibility of removing the old Recreation Hall which is at the end of its life and replacing it with a new multi-purpose community space. This is at the very early stages but if you are local and have any skills or knowledge in this area, we’d welcome your assistance…. read more
The Parish Council were pleased to have helped the Chiseldon History Group with the funding and permissions for the new interpretation board to be installed outside of Holy Cross church. The board shows the history of the oldest area of Chiseldon, which surrounds the church. Our thanks to everyone involved in making the project happen.
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.
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
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.
Work has started to replace the flooring at the Castle View Play area.
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
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
The Parish Council has agreed to be a local collection point for Covid lateral flow test kits. You will be able to collect these kits from the Old Chapel on Butts Road during the following times: Monday 9th August 12-2pm Monday 16th August 12-2pm Wednesday 18th August 12-2pm Monday 23rd Aug 12-2pm Wednesday 25th Aug… read more
Coate Water play area survey In preparation for a new play area to be built at Coate Water, Swindon Borough Council will be asking the public would sort of things they would like to see in the play area. This Saturday there will be a pop-up gazebo onsite at Coate Water from 11am to 3pm near… read more