Our News (Neighbourhood Watch newsletter) for June 2025

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. We have received the following from Neighbourhood Watch: Here’s… read more

Earnest Evans Watercolours on Display in Rec Hall

The Chiseldon Local History Group has been given two original watercolours by the late Earnest Evans. One is of Cuckoo Bridge with a locomotive and the other is of Church Street Cottages in the snow. They have been loaned to the Parish Council and now hang in our Recreation Hall.  Our thanks to the group for… read more

Headstart Skillz Camp – Summer 25

Ages 5-15. Running between 28th July – 28th August. 15 free spaces per day for Chiseldon residents. Extra paid sessions can be booked via https://headstart-skillz.pembee.app/activity/68399de2c0c177e2a59f8ddd  They are £21.00 per day, can be paid in 3 instalments and there is a sibling discount of 20%. For more information please see the Headstart Skillz website.

Summer Events on the North Wessex Downs

Please see the latest issue of the North Wessex Downs Landscape Trust Newsletterfor more infomration on: Private guided visit to Wilton Windmill and Manor Farm Morgan’s Hill Wildflowers – Guided walk with Wiltshire Wildlife Trust

Liddington Summer Fete 2025

Taking place on Saturday 21st June at 12:30-4:30pm. Liddigton playing field and All Saints Church. For more infomration contact: liddington.fete@btinternet.com    

Partners commit to continue to make Swindon safer

Tackling domestic abuse, disrupting organised crime and improving safety within the night-time economy are some of the priorities local agencies in Swindon will focus on over the next three years. The priorities form part of a new strategy launched by Swindon’s Community Safety Partnership (CSP), which sets out a clear vision for tackling crime, reducing… read more

Tenants invited to talk to the Council

Tenants in council-owned properties are being invited to speak to senior councillors at four dedicated engagement sessions next week. Beginning next week, Councillor Janine Howarth, Swindon Borough Council’s Cabinet Member for Housing, will attend four events where tenants will be given the opportunity to feedback on how the Council can make improvements to its housing services. The ‘Let’s… read more

Lydiard Park Newsletter – June 2025

For updates and infomration on Lydiard Park please see the latest online verison of their newsletter. In this edition you’ll find: Fluffy New Arrivals Spotted Events Catering updates Upcoming exhibitions BBQ hire

Celebrate Armed Forces Day at Lydiard Park

Join a special Armed Forces Day celebration commemorating the 80th anniversary of the end of the Second World War at Lydiard Park this summer. Hosted by the Council, with support from local Armed Forces organisations, this free event is a heartfelt opportunity to show appreciation for our Armed Forces community and will mark the grand… read more

Annual meeting reports

The link for all the reports from our annual meetings can be found here. We asked local community groups to submit reports and had reports from the Chiseldon Local History Group and the Washpool Area Restoration Group – WARP.

Planning Application S/HOU/25/0555 will be heard under agenda item 9 on the planning committee meeting on 29.5.25

Please find enclosed planning application consultation letter. All comments should be sent to sbcdc@swindon.gov.uk. Application Ref: S/HOU/25/0555 Description: Installation of a 2.4m palisade fencing to the rear of the property, with cladding attached for privacy. Site Address: 28 Carisbrooke Terrace, Chiseldon, Swindon SN4 0LW Case Officer: Shane Burgess Date of consultation: 27th May 2025 Deadline… read more

Eligible families can access 30 hours of funded childcare

From this September, childcare provision is increasing, meaning eligible working families can now apply for 30 hours of free childcare from the term after their child turns nine months until they reach school age. This expansion is designed to support children’s early education and help parents to better balance their work and family life. It’s… read more

Summer arrives at Coate Water

The splash park and golf facilities have reopened at Coate Water. Refurbished last summer, the splash park is free to use and open from 11am to 6pm every day until the end of September. Alongside the paddling pool, water features, games and seating areas, the splash park is fully wheelchair accessible and includes rumble strips,… read more

Home and property safety reminder

During the warm weather its tempting to leave car windows open, and doors and windows open at night or when no-one is around. Plus sheds and garages are used more often and locking up can be forgotten. Each month on the crime stats that Wiltshire Police report, there are a number of burglaries in the… read more

Bridge Painting Works on the A419/A417

We are planning bridge painting works on the A419/A417 at Marston Meysey bridge (located between Turnpike/Lady Lane junction and Spine Road junction) and Commonhead bridge (located at Commonhead junction). Please note that the remaining sections of the A419/A417 outside of the works area shall operate as usual. Details are available in the pdf linked to… read more