For all your Chiseldon updates, here’s the Chiseldon Parish Autumn Newsletter
Want to get up to speed with everything that’s been happening in our town? Then you’ll be needing our very own Chiseldon Parish Autumn Newsletter. Download or view from the link below the image. View or download the Chiseldon Parish Autumn Newsletter.
Local News, Events and Updates
The latest news update from Swindon Council is well worth a look, with items on: How the Council’s finances are doing The regeneration plans for land around the railway station The future of the Oasis Leisure Centre Extra funding available for vulnerable people this winter Money advice events Read the newsletter by following the link… read more
Christmas Care at the Haven Day Centre
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. Since 1988, Christmas Care have been providing food and… read more
Christmas comes to Swindon this month: 23rd November Lights Switch-On
Christmas festivities in Swindon are set to get underway later this month with a variety of events across the town. The Christmas light switch-on in Swindon town centre will kick-off local events on Saturday 23 November from 4.30pm to 6.30pm. Read more about Swindon Christmas events, including the Christmas Market, Christmas at STEAM, and the… read more
Get Festive in Swindon: Julia’s House Christmas Evening
Are you looking for a special way to welcome in the festive season? Spend a magical evening with Julia’s House at Christ Church in Swindon, and help support local families caring for seriously ill children this Christmas. ✨ Sing along to your favourite carols Join in with us as we sing timeless Christmas carols together. Special performance… 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
Thank You & The Enchanted Garden Lights Trail 2024
We have received the following message from Brighter Futures: Looking to the future and we have great news to share with you. Brighter Futures has once again been selected as the Charity Partner for the Enchanted Gardens Light Trail in the Town Gardens. We have a very good relationship with the South Swindon Parish… read more
Brighter Futures Volunteering Opportunities
N.B. 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. The following email was received from Brighter Futures…. read more
Swindon Heritage Open Days, 6th – 15th September
To find out more about the open days outlined in the flyer below, please visit www.heritageopendays.org.uk/ and search for ‘Swindon’
Chiseldon Local History Group Summer Walk, Wednesday 21st August: updated details
The Chiseldon Local History Group Summer Walk is on Wednesday 21st August. Please meet at the Strouds Hill information board at 6pm.
Great British Food Festival at Lydiard Park, 10th – 11th August
Where? Lydiard Park, Wiltshire When? Saturday 10th August: 10am to 5pm, Sunday 11th August: 10am to 5pm How much? Child tickets – 5-17, under 5’s free* Family tickets – 2 adults and 2 kids For more information and to book: Great British Food Festival at Lydiard Park Wiltshire
Pop-Up Poetry in the Park – Thursday 8th August, Old Town Gardens Swindon
Find out all about this event celebrating creative talent by downloading the pdf below: Pop-Up Poetry in the Park
Washpool Sheep Birthday Party – Sunday 21st July
Washpool Area Restoration Project Washpool sheep birthday party – the boys will be 10! Drinks and cake at 11am. To get in touch, email contactwashpool@gmail.com
Liddington Summer Fete – 15th June 2024
Come along to the Liddington summer fete – 15th June 2024. From 1pm until dusk. Liddington playing field and All Saints Church. Tickets: £3 – free for kids. Includes: Bar Live Music BBQ Dog Show …and more! Contact: Liddington.fete@btinternet.com or call John: 01793 791396
Swindon Railway Village Museum & Free Guided Tours
Please see the poster below for details on the Swindon railway village museum, and free guided tours. For more infomration and booking please email dan@mechanics-trust.org.uk. Further details available on the Swindon Heritage Preservation website.
First Washpool Duck Race
We’re delighted to bring you some images from the first Washpool duck race this weekend. All profits will go to maintaining the site and caring for the 6 sheep.
Washpool Workday
The Washpool volunteers met on Sunday 21st April to clear the remains of the fallen willow tree, and plant a “dead hedge” using the remains. The hedge is a perfect natural way of creating a barrier, providing wildlife habitats, recycling materials and costing nothing. Other plants will grow though the hedge and some new willow… read more