Resident Info
Bins & Recycling
Collection days, what goes where, and how to order replacement bins.
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Your trusted guide to what's on, where to go, and what you need to know. From family events and seasonal guides to practical local information – all in one place.
Local Information
From recycling and parks to the Magic Roundabout and beyond – everything you need to know about life in Swindon.
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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Resident Info
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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Outdoors
Dog-Friendly Swindon
Pubs, cafes, parks, and walks where dogs are welcome.
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Food & Drink
Best Coffee Shops & Cafés
Top-rated spots for coffee, brunch, and breakfast.
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Things to Do
Free Things to Do
Parks, museums, parkrun – no-cost activities for families.
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Family
Roves Farm
Meet & Feed animals, tractor rides, adventure play – family day out.
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Sport
Swindon Town Greatest Players
Harry Morris, John Trollope, Don Rogers – the legends who shaped STFC.
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Concerts, family activities, comedy, and more. Browse by category or date to find your next outing.
STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway
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Psychic Sally
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STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway
Little Locos
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Limehouse Lizzy
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The Very Best of Frankie Valli – Starring Peter Andre
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John Kearns - Tilting At Windmills
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Popular venues
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
The Wyvern Theatre is Swindon's go-to spot for live entertainment. Across 635 seats, enjoy drama, co...