Swindon Town Centre Shopping

Swindon town centre is the main shopping hub for the area, with over 110 shops across The Brunel, The Parade, and Regent Circus. Whether you're after high-street brands, independent retailers, or a bite to eat, the town centre has plenty to offer. All three areas are within easy walking distance of each other and the bus and train stations.

Swindon town centre shopping – pedestrian street with shops including O2, M&S, Pandora
Swindon town centre – The Brunel, Parade, and Regent Circus. Credit: Unsplash

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Key Information

The Brunel
110+ shops – high-street brands, independents, cafes
The Parade
theparadeswindon.co.uk – 1 min from bus station
Regent Circus
regentcircus.com – retail and leisure

The Brunel – 110+ shops

The Brunel is the heart of Swindon shopping, with over 110 shops including high-street brands, independent stores, cafes, and eateries. Brunel Plaza contains various independents and specialty stores – for example The Forum (premium streetwear and sneakers), Blue Banana (piercings and alternative fashion), Am Oriental (gifts and crafts), and Something Different Gift Shop. The centre is named after Isambard Kingdom Brunel, who had strong links to Swindon through the Great Western Railway.

The Parade

The Parade is in the heart of town and offers high-quality retailing. It's about a minute's walk from the bus station and three minutes from the train station. The Parade has plentiful nearby parking, plus facilities including Shopmobility, cash machines, toilets, and baby changing. Visit theparadeswindon.co.uk for opening times and store listings.

Regent Circus

Regent Circus is a major retail and leisure development in the town centre. It provides additional shopping and dining options alongside The Brunel and The Parade. Check regentcircus.com for current tenants and offers.

Getting there

Swindon town centre is easily accessible by road from the M4 (junctions 15–16). Mainline train services run to London Paddington, Bristol, and other major cities. The bus station is adjacent to the shopping area. For designer brands and outlet shopping, see our guide to the Swindon Designer Outlet Village – a separate destination on the edge of town.

More shopping in Swindon

For markets and artisan stalls, see Swindon Market & artisan markets. For independent retailers and local gifts, see Independent shops in Swindon. For the general town centre guide including cafes and restaurants, see Swindon Town Centre.

Information correct as of February 2026. Shop listings change. Check individual centre websites for current stores, opening times, and parking. For inSwindon BID and town centre initiatives, see inswindon.com.