We review the big announcement this morning that the MOD will create a drone testing facility at the former Honda site at Panattoni Park. @ktalikowski reports on this morning’s developments.
We speak to South Swindon MP at @heidi_labour at @friendsofoldtown @swindonoldtownfestival about a recent win.
Interview with Keith Williams after the first full Council meeting about achieving consensus
Does Swindon have culture? @friendsofoldtown seem to think so, as their @swindonoldtownfestival kicks off this weekend
We ask Kate Tomlinson about youth representation in Swindon
We speak to new Reform councillor Lawrence Davies about their party’s growth
We talk to Jake Chandler new Deputy Leader of @swindonboroughcouncil about issues at Abbey Park and Abbey Stadium
Swindon’s drone boom strengthened with MOD centre, but where is the long-promised investment plan?
Instead, Europe's largest drone testing centre opened in Swindon against a backdrop of political turmoil, ministerial resignations and growing frustration...
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Girls Aloud star to headline Swindon Pride 2026
The former Girls Aloud singer will perform at GWR Park on Saturday 15th August 2026. Thousands are expected to attend the...
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Swindon man takes on 170 miles for Armed Forces charity
David Graham, 46, will complete two ultramarathons in the space of three weeks, covering a combined distance of 170 miles...
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We review the big announcement this morning that the MOD will create a drone testing facility at the former Honda site at Panattoni Park. @ktalikowski reports on this morning’s developments.
We speak to South Swindon MP at @heidi_labour at @friendsofoldtown @swindonoldtownfestival about a recent win.
Interview with Keith Williams after the first full Council meeting about achieving consensus
Does Swindon have culture? @friendsofoldtown seem to think so, as their @swindonoldtownfestival kicks off this weekend
We ask Kate Tomlinson about youth representation in Swindon
We speak to new Reform councillor Lawrence Davies about their party’s growth
We talk to Jake Chandler new Deputy Leader of @swindonboroughcouncil about issues at Abbey Park and Abbey Stadium
Review: M4 Theatre Company shines in powerful production of Gypsy
Revived last year by Tony and Sarah Asprey alongside Gemma and Russell Langdown, M4 Theatre Company was brought back with...
Read moreDetailsSwindon Borough Council wins two honours at national awards event
The authority was shortlisted in five categories at the Local Government Chronicle (LGC) Awards, which took place on Wednesday evening....
Read moreDetailsSwindon projects could benefit from £15m heritage pot
Historic England has opened applications for the latest round of its Heritage at Risk Capital Fund. The scheme will provide...
Read moreDetailsGALLERY: New Defence Secretary Dan Jarvis unveils Europe’s largest drone testing centre in Swindon
Swindon has been selected as the home of what will become the largest indoor uncrewed systems testing facility in Europe,...
Read moreDetailsMOD commits to Swindon’s future with Europe’s largest drone testing centre
Swindon is set to become home to Europe’s largest indoor drone testing facility after confirmation from the Ministry of Defence....
Read moreDetailsNew defibrillator and bleed kit for Wichelstowe
The device has been fitted at the Estates Office area, north of Orchards Rise, in a move to improve emergency...
Read moreDetailsWiltshire’s first 12-hole course launches near Swindon
Basset Down Complex has replaced its former nine-hole layout with the new format ahead of the summer season, as part...
Read moreDetailsWatchfield café raises £300 for hospital children
Coffee Lush delivered a large collection of toys, activities and gifts to the children’s ward at Great Western Hospital. The...
Read moreDetailsAmy Winehouse Band announce Swindon MECA 2027 date
The newly announced show will take place on Thursday 18 March 2027 as part of an extended run of UK...
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West Swindon primary increasing nursery capacity
Lift Hazelwood Primary School will introduce an additional 15 nursery places for three-year-olds from September, after securing funding from the...
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Thousands in Swindon must reapply for school meals
The shake-up, announced by the Government and communicated locally by Swindon Borough Council, will see new eligibility rules brought in...
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Old Town welcomes new authentic Turkish restaurant
Lux Turkish Restaurant officially welcomed guests on Thursday 10th June with a ribbon-cutting ceremony, networking event and open buffet at...
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