Resident Info
Bins & Recycling
Collection days, what goes where, and how to order replacement bins.
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Local Information
View all articlesPractical guides to life in Swindon – from recycling and parks to the Magic Roundabout and beyond.
Outdoors
Parks & Green Spaces
Coate Water, Lydiard Park, Stanton Park – where to walk, play, and picnic.
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Landmarks
The Magic Roundabout
Everything you need to know about Swindon's iconic junction.
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Shopping
Designer Outlet Village
Opening hours, shops, restaurants, and facilities.
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Community
Libraries in Swindon
Central Library, community libraries, and opening hours.
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Arts & Culture
Museum & Art Swindon
Art, history, and Swindon's collections. Free admission.
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Health
Great Western Hospital
Getting there, parking, visiting hours, and key services.
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Attractions
STEAM Museum
GWR and Swindon's railway heritage. Locomotives and family days out.
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Help & Support
Council, GP registration, food bank, and emergency numbers.
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Food & Drink
Best Restaurants
AA Rosette fine dining, Italian, Indian, steakhouse, and gastropubs.
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Food & Drink
Best Pubs
Top-rated pubs in Swindon – real ale, food, and live music.
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Sport
Swindon Town Greatest Players
Harry Morris, John Trollope, Don Rogers – the legends who shaped STFC.
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Browse all eventsConcerts, family activities, comedy, and more. Browse by category or date to find your next outing.
STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway
Swindon Wellbeing Festival 2026
Swindon Wellbeing Festival at STEAM Museum. A weekend of wellness, activities...
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MECA Swindon
Bongo's Bingo: 7th February 2026
BINGO RAVE CHEESY SINGALONGS DANCE OFFS SICK PRIZES & CASH CASH MONEY TO BE WON
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Swindon Arts Centre
Jordan Gray: Is That A C*ck In Your Pocket Or Are You Just Here To Kill Me?
Following acclaimed runs in London and Edinburgh, the multi-award-winning sta...
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Swindon Arts Centre
Val McDermid
Join Bert’s Books for an in-conversation event with multi-million bestselle...
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Find events and inspiration for every season – Valentine's, Easter, half term, summer, Christmas, and more.
Popular venues
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MECA Swindon
Multi-purpose entertainment venue hosting live music, club nights, and events.
Swindon Arts Centre
A vibrant community arts centre offering theatre, music, comedy, and cultural events.
Wyvern Theatre
Swindon's premier theatre and entertainment venue, hosting a wide range of shows, concerts, and even...