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FEATURE STORY
LEARN TO SWIM IN SWINDON
PARENTING: With Double Olympian and Commonwealth Games medallist Adam Faulkner - WIN EASTER LESSONS
QUICKGUIDE
Featured Content, Galleries & SWTV
Swindon Weather Forecast
Even The Queen Was Invited
SWINDON VOICES: Green Spaces or Homes?
What's On
What's on today
Live Music in Swindon
Swindon Film Guide
Markets in Swindon
Features
Eating Out Guide
Working In...
Swindon Wedding Guide 2016
Swindon Accommodation Guide
MORE FEATURES AND CONTENT
WATCH THE RUGBY WITH ARKELL'S
Enjoy a pint and a bite at one of these Swindon managed pubs...
COLCHESTER 1 SWINDON 4
That's more like it! Town back in the goals at struggling Colchester - WATCH HIGHLIGHTS
HALF-TERM JUST GOT TASTY!
Stuck for ideas for the kids? Get creative with Cake Creations & Chocolate Comforts at Studley Grange - WATCH VIDEO
A FLIPPIN' GOOD TIME!
Local schoolchildren enjoy pancake day at The Riverside - SEE PICTURES
WATER TAXI REQUIRED!
But it's too late for this cab driver (and passengers?), as floods on Queens Drive cause traffic chaos - PICTURES
GWR CLIMB ABOARD SWINDON175
Swindon celebration secures GWR as main sponsor...
WIN AFTERNOON TEA FOR 2!
Enjoy the finer things in life with an afternoon tea at Relish at The Gateway - WIN
WHAT'S ALL THIS MONKEY BUSINESS?
It's the Chinese New Year in Swindon! - LION DANCING PICTURES + WHERE TO CELEBRATE
TAKE IT TO THE MAX!
Empire Cinemas announces plans for new IMAX screen at its Greenbridge cinema - WIN TICKETS
WIN A DAY TRIP TO BATH
Enjoy a chauffeur driven limo experience with 1st Stretch Limousines - LIKE & SHARE
SWINDON 0 BARNSLEY 1
Town down to 17th after late Sam Winnall sucker punch - WATCH HIGHLIGHTS
WIN SUNDAY LUNCH
At the Inn With The Well, just 5 mins drive from Jnct 15....
HONDA FIRE
Production resumes after weekend blaze...
SWINDON SUPERMARINE
Fancy a bit of non-league? Cheer on The Marine at The Webbswood Stadium this season - HOME FIXTURES
NEW YEAR, NEW EWE!
Meet Dudley at Studley, just one of the new lambs at Studley Grange - WATCH VIDEO
BEEF AND ALE POT ROAST
An easy-to-make hearty meal that's sure to warm you up in the colder winter weather!...
SWINDON COLLEGE ON FIRE
Students evacuated after blaze started in plumbing & gas workshops - PICTURES
JUICING UP SWINDON!
Shoppers at The Brunel enjoy a healthy start to the new year with live demos from The Juice Master - PICTURES
TIME-OUT CALLED FOR ON LYDIARD PARK
Hundreds turn out for meeting on the future of Swindon's stately home - WATCH VIDEO
PUBS WITH ROARING FIRES
Crikey it's cold!! So here's where to warm your cockles in Swindon...
SWINDON DOCTORS ON STRIKE!
GWH in 'bank holiday' mode after junior doctors walk out over new pay deal....
GETTING BACK TO THE GYM?
Swindon Chiropractic Clinic return with some great tips for keeping fit and healthy in 2016...
EATING OUT - WHAT'S NEW
Our regular look at what's fresh on the menu in Swindon - offers, new places, reviews, events and more...
THE ROAD TO RIO!
Swindon Paralympian tennis star Louise Hunt given Olympics boost....
TRY JANUARY!
Forget DRY January!.... WIN Sunday Lunch for 4 with drinks at The Southbrook pub in Swindon - LIKE & SHARE
WEDDING FAYRES
Did he pop the question, ladies?! Wedding fayres coming up in Swindon in early 2016...
NEW YEAR'S DAY BIRTHDAY BABY BOY!
Mum born 01-01-84 at 8.30am; Son born 01-01-16 at 8.26am! - MORE JOYFUL BABY PICS FROM GWH
JANUARY SALE AT REIN & SHINE
Great winter savings to be had at the riding centre in Braydon...
NICE ONE, BOB!
Remembering the first time an Anderson won the World Darts title - and he came from Swindon! - WATCH VIDEO...
WHO'S THIS ALL WRAPPED UP FOR CHRISTMAS?
Swindon panto stars enjoy the rein - literally! SEE PICTURES
MAJOR TIM TO GROUND CONTROL!
Swindon plays its part in first British astronaut on the International Space Station...
A CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR!
Thousands flock to Arkell's Brewery in Swindon for first ever Christmas market - WATCH VIDEO
WHAT A SURPRISE SEEING YOU HERE!
Adam Woodyatt and Pollyann Tanner at the Swindon Panto 26 years on....
SWINDON: I FIND YOUR LACK OF FAITH DISTURBING
ARCHIVE: the day we met the REAL Darth Vader.......
ACCOUNTANCY HELP ON VIDEO
AMS launch new channel of short videos ideal for small businesses, landlords and freelancers....
HELLO SKIPPY!
Studley Grange is top of the hops following the arrival of a very special trio...
WELCOME TO THE SWINDOME!
Players enjoy first indoor training session at fantastic new facility at Supermarine - PICTURES
OLD TOWN CHRISTMAS LIGHTS 2015
3-2-1!..... Ooops! I think we're going to need a new plunger, Mr Mayor! - GALLERY FROM BIG NIGHT IN WOOD ST
HIGHWORTH CHRISTMAS LIGHTS 2015
It's raining. It's pouring. But who cares? It's Christmas! - GALLERY
BRITAIN'S BEST!
Karoliina Saunders Hair Design a cut above the rest in national awards...
GEORGE BEST
10 YEAR ANNIVERSARY: The Good, The Bad and The Bubbly - and Swindon enjoyed all three #legend....
FROZEN SHOULDER?
This man can keep you moving! Let James at Swindon Chiro sort out those winter aches and pains - VIDEO
UNION J LIGHT UP SWINDON!
Boy band - minus Jungle George - flick the switch in the town centre - VIDEO & PHOTOS
SPRING COMES EARLY FOR NEW CYCLE PATH
New 'Southern Flyer' route receives makeover ahead of 2016 launch...
THE PRINCE JOINS THE KING
Record-breaking City of Truro and King George V all set for unique exhibition at Steam Museum - WATCH VIDEO
A FESTIVE TIPPLE!
Christmas comes early for the Pear Tree at Purton with the arrival of its very own fine wines...
TRAFFIC: STRATTON RAILWAY BRIDGE NOW CLOSED
No car access in Stratton for 4 months - 09 NOV - 29 FEB 2016
SWINDON AND WORLD WAR ONE
Lest We Forget 100 Years On: our four-part chronicle of the role Swindon people played in the Great War...
OVER TO YOU LINGY!
Lee Power hands Martin Ling the reigns with Swindon Town second from bottom...
RAGING BULL IN SWINDON!
We talk rugby with England World Cup legend Phil Vickery at his new store at the Swindon Designer Outlet - WATCH VIDEO
THE SUN SHINES!
Top Expedia award for accommodation at Coate pub...
PULLING THEM IN!
Steam Museum welcomes record crowds to the 29th CAMRA beer festival - SEE PICTURES
REMEMBERING EDITH
Swindon pays tribute to our very own suffragette hero - SEE PICTURES
THE NAME'S CRAIG, DANIEL 'WROUGHTON' CRAIG!
... plus Swindon's six other unlikely connections to the glamour and glitz of James Bond - WATCH VIDEO
SKY HIGH START FOR NEW CHIROPRACTOR
Newly-qualified practitioner at Swindon Chiro helps young climber reach lofty ambitions...
SWINDON FILM GUIDE
One town. 3 cinemas. The full guide to films to see in Swindon!... FULL LISTINGS
STUDLEY GRANGE CRAFT VILLAGE & BUTTERFLY WORLD
VIDEO: Experience the magic of working with animals with new zoo keeper experience at Studley Grange
BREAKING: I'M IN CHARGE HERE!
COOPER OUT. POWER IN. Swindon chairman takes over as caretaker manager after Millwall loss - FULL STATEMENT
TAKE A BOW!
Wyvern Theatre and Swindon Arts Centre scoop top national awards...
INTRODUCING THE SOUTHERN FLYER
Swindon's cycling officer takes us on a tour of proposed new cycle route - WATCH VIDEO
SWINDON HALF-MARATHON 2015
Well done to everyone who took part in Swindon's big run! - 190+ GALLERY
BRICKS AND PIECES!
Steam Museum plays host to another fantastic Great Western Brick Show - WATCH VIDEO
ERIKA ROE SUPPORTS BRUNEL FUNDRAISER
Famous 80s rugby streaker launches Bra the Brunel cancer charity campaign - PICTURES
CALLING ALL SWINDON CHARITIES!
This could be for you! Apply now to be considered for Swindon Charity Ball money...
CHILDREN'S PARTIES
Ideas and venues for keeping the little ones happy in Swindon - WATCH VIDEO
CHEQUE OUT THIS HAPPY SCENE!
Charities thousands of pounds better off thanks to Charity Ball - SEE PICS
HE'S DONE IT!
SWTV's very own Alastair Greener reaches Kilimanjaro summit...
JAMIE STRIKES A CHORD!
Swindon jazz sensation Jamie Cullum wows pupils at Old Town's Commonweal School - SEE PICS
TEMPT. TASTE. INDULGE!
Win a meal and drinks at Swindon's brand new oriental bar and restaurant - Kenzo 72 - LIKE & SHARE
WAT-ER NIGHTMARE!
Flooding causes chaos at Mannington Roadabout - SEE PICS
A BIG HAIR DO IN HIGHWORTH
Karoliina Saunders open evening shows off latest hair tricks & make-up styles - PICTURES
A VISIT FROM THE SWEENEY
TV star Claire meets winning families at Food and Beverage Skills Academy in Swindon - SEE PICS
A TIME TO REMEMBER
Deacon's Jeweller's commemorates the 75th Anniversary of The Battle of Britain with limited edition pocket watch - WATCH VIDEO
HAROLD WOULD HAVE BEEN PROUD
Swindon pays tribute to its very own Battle of Britain hero and 'The Few' - WATCH VIDEO
DO THE LOCO-MOTION!
Fans of all ages head to Steam Museum for annual Swindon Railway Festival - WATCH VIDEO
IT'S SWINDON, MA'AM!
And congrats! But after 17 years without a stop-off, surely we deserve to get the bunting out just one more time?....
SAUSAGE & ALE TRAIL 2015
Old Town hosts another fantastic fun-packed day of beers, bangers & bands - PICTURES
TIE A YELLOW RIBBON!....
Kids joy at new 2-year-olds room at Highworth Pre-School - PICTURES
GO ORGANIC IN SWINDON!
It's Organic September! Here are the best places to source home-grown, organic food in Swindon...
FORGET THE RAIN! AND JUMP IN!
17 things - some obvious, some surprising - to do in Swindon when the sun ain't shinin'!..
STREETFEST 2015
I say, do come along to The Brunel this weekend! WATCH VIDEO
WE'RE IN THE MONEY!
It's time to crack open the Champagne as Lyneham couple scoop a million - PICTURES
OH GOLLY GOSH!
Happy birthday Stephen Fry. Oh, how Swindon changed your life....
HAIRSPRAY
REVIEW: Kelly Jobanputra's take on the annual Swindon Summer Youth Project production....
I PREDICT A R-IOT
Kaiser Chiefs frontman Ricky Wilson in Swindon to collect new Honda Civic Type-R - SEE PICTURES
SWINDON'S TRIBUTE TO THE FEW
Royalty to be guest of honour at special Swindon Battle of Britain flypast on 15 September - WATCH VIDEO
IT'S A DREAM CAR FOR MADGE
Disabled pensioner on the road thanks to Pebley Beach & Mobility scheme...
ARKELL'S CELEBRATES NEW PUB PURCHASE
The Southbrook in Swindon becomes latest addition to the family brewery...
70 YEARS ON
Crowds gather in Swindon to mark the 70th anniversary of VJ Day - SEE PICTURES
THE WAIT IS OVER!
It's A-Level results day! Swindon students head to college (and online!) to discover their fate - SEE PICTURES
SCOOP, BAKE AND ENJOY!
New Mr Krums fun-draising idea is sure to mean 'dough' for Swindon schools, clubs and charities...
SWINDON PRIDE 2015
And it's warming up nicely in Town Gardens! Pictures from the big LBGT celebration in Old Town - GALLERY
THANK YOU VERY MUCH MRS MAYOR!
Goldenhar and Prospect benefit from fundraising year in office - SEE PICS
GIRLS WIN THE GOLF!
Junior golfers shine in Deacons Classic at Broome Manor - PHOTOS
JANET'S PUPPY SKOOL
The joys of owning a dog! We enjoy a puppy training session in Swindon - WATCH VIDEO
LYDIARD PARK AUTO & RETRO FESTIVAL 2015
Brmmm! Brmmm! The cars were the stars on a perfect day for a classic car show in Swindon - GALLERY
WOMAD 2015
Our mum about town Kelly Jobanputra braves the weather to check out the 2015 festival - REVIEW
FIRST CLASS!
Deacon's Jewellers creates Limited Edition GWR pocket watch - WATCH VIDEO
ACTIVE SWINDON CHALLENGE
Walk, cycle, car share or use public transport to win prizes this summer. Sarah Williams finds out more - WATCH VIDEO
JAMIE TAKES HIS CHANCE
World Title fight now beckons after Cox blasts his way to WBO European title - INTERVIEW
RAISING THE STEAKS!
The Angel Hotel is challenging its customers to take on the Colossal Steak Challenge - 28 AUGUST
FAREWELL, OLD FRIEND!
RAF Fairford says goodbye to a true aviation icon - the Vulcan XH558 - SEE PICTURES
PIZZA IN SWINDON
Fancy a slice? Our guide to the very best pizza restaurants in Swindon - WIN
ACES HIGH!
Dickinson & Kidd fly in to open the Air Tattoo 2015.....
LAST POST IN HIGHWORTH MARKET SQUARE
Couple bid farewell as service moves to local Co-Op....
49TH FOR HOWELL
OPEN GOLF: Birdie finish at St Andrews for Swindon golf star....
YOUR BROLLY MA'AM!
Lovely day for it! Royal Highness The Duchess of Cornwall braves the downpours to open new canal landing stage in Swindon - SEE PICTURES
STRATTON STROLLIN!
What a day for a pub crawl! Hundreds enjoy 20 live acts across 6 venues in Stratton St. Margaret - PICTURES
PRIDE AND PREJUDICE AT LYDIARD PARK
Jane Austen's most loveable heroine (and a certain Mr Darcy!) wow crowds in Swindon - SEE PICS
SWINDON SUMMER 2015
Make the most of the sizzling summer - events, entertainment, al fresco dining and more...
REMEMBERING ONE OF THE FEW
Swindon set to honour Squadron Leader Harold Starr with Battle of Britain 75th anniversary fly-past - SEE PICS
A STEP TOWARDS A BRIGHTER FUTURE
Radiotherapy treatment in Swindon inches closer following landmark decision by Oxford University Hospitals NHS Trust...
FROM CLASS TO WORLD CLASS
Two of Swindon's Premier Performing Arts Schools, Tanwood & Liberatus, join up at the Wyvern for ONE NIGHT ONLY! - 19 JULY
LYDIARD BARK DOG SHOW
Another perfect day for pooches in the park! - GALLERY
TIME FOR PLAN BEE!
Arkell's head brewer Alex Arkell pays a visit to local Honeybee Conservation Group - WATCH VIDEO
LICENCED TO THRILL!
New-look PizzaExpress in Old Town pays tribute to Bond creator Ian Fleming - VOUCHER & WIN A MEAL FOR 4
IS 11AM TOO EARLY FOR A G&T?
Not when it's Magnum Wine & Sibling Gin at the Swindon Festival of Food & Drink!...
A WALK AMONG THE STARS
Fundraisers flock to Croft Leisure Centre in Swindon to raise money for Prospect Hospice - SEE PICS
YO! HEAVE. HO!
Oar-inspiring! Dragon Boat Racing teams do battle at Coate Water - SEE PICS
TENNIS IN SWINDON
It's Wimbledon time again - so here's where to play, where to learn + plus special tennis events...
SWINDON ARMED FORCES DAY 2015
Hundreds enjoy all things army, navy & air force in Faringdon Park - GALLERY
DITCH THE WORKOUT & JOIN THE PARTY!
Getting fit this summer needn't be a chore with Sarah Williams Fitness...
TWINNING TOAST!
Arkell's celebrate Swindon-Salzgitter anniversary with special brewery tour - WATCH VIDEO
TURNING BACK THE CLOCK!
Volunteers at Lydiard Park take a step back in time in support of Brighter Futures' #TheTimeIsNow campaign - SEE PICS
FOOD GLORIOUS FOOD!
Hundreds descend on Old Town to sample some of the finest world cuisine - SEE PICTURES
GEORGE LAZENBY: INTERVIEW
ARCHIVE: the day 10 years ago SwindonWeb said 'Good afternoon, Mr Bond'....
NO RAINING ON THIS PARADE!
Glorious weather in Old Town as annual festival parade dazzles crowds - SEE PICTURES
MARKING THE 40TH ANNIVERSARY OF SWINDON-SALZGITTER TWINNING
Celebrate with Arkell's new German-style Bock Beer - WIN A MEAL FOR 4 - WATCH VIDEO
SWINDON RACE FOR LIFE 2015
You did it, ladies!! Thousands again join in the fun-draising for cancer research at Lydiard Park - 175+ GALLERY
CYCLING FOR CHARITY
Swindon vehical leasing company Arval all set to embark on spoke-tacular Swindon to Paris challenge...
THE TIME IS NOW!
Balloons take flight as campaign to bring vital cancer treatment closer to home is launched in Swindon - WATCH VIDEO
SWINDON'S FAMOUS DUCK RACE 2015
Hundreds enjoy another great family fun day on the River Rey! 100+ GALLERY
FOOTBALL PUBS
Not going to Wembley? Here's the best places to grab a pint and enjoy the big game on Sunday...
DAVID HOWELL INTERVIEW
VIDEO: We talk golf - and Old Town buses - with the Swindon golf star at the PGA Championships....
STEAM MUSEUM OF THE GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
SwindonWebTV's Sam Malik goes full steam ahead in our latest 101 Things To Do In Swindon feature - WATCH VIDEO
SWINDON CHARITY BALL 2015
1920s theme raises another £20K for local good causes - PICTURES
WHAT A RACQUET!
Swindon Community Tennis unveils new complex with resurfaced courts, tennis zone, pavilion and cafe. Smashing! - SEE PICTURES
MEETING OF TWO GREAT MINDS
Festival greeting for Shami Chakrabarti from Lord Joffe - PICTURE
JOSEPH'S TECHNICOLOR COATE
Staff from Swindon's Wyvern Theatre add a sprinkle of colour to Coate Water - SEE PICTURES
SINGING FOR PROSPECT!
Brunel Centre hosts a mammoth six-hour singathon with Cotswold Voices in aid of the Prospect Hospice - GALLERY
SWINDON ELECTION 2015
Both Conservative MPs re-elected with increased majorities + ELECTION NIGHT LIVE
THE MILLION POUND DROP!
Lorry crash leaves a busy Swindon junction strewn with cash - SEE PICTURES
VE DAY IN SWINDON
The greatest e-VE-r party. How Swindon celebrated the end of WW2 in Europe - 70 YEARS AGO...
WHAT A BEAUTIFUL DAY FOR A RUN!
Model and TV presenter Nell McAndrew gets Swindon Festival of Literature up and running - SEE PICTURES
HIGHWORTH MAY DAY 2015
It's groovy, baby! Hundreds enjoy annual spring celebration with a 60s theme - 100+ GALLERY
DRESSED TO IMPRESS!
The largest archive of vintage fashion in Europe arrives at the Swindon Designer Outlet - 01-17 MAY - SEE PICTURES
WAT'ER NIGHTMARE!
Thames Water apologise as burst pipe causes chaos in north Swindon...
WIN A MEAL FOR 4 AT RUSTICO
With wine! New owners, new chef and a brand-new menu - LIKE & SHARE
KNIGHT RIDER!
St. George leads a fantastic children's parade through Swindon town centre - SEE PICS + TREASURE TRAIL
SWINDON BUSINESS SHOW 2015
The leading business-to-business exhibition returned to Steam Museum on Thursday - WATCH VIDEO
DEAD SIMPLE
Kelly Jobanputra checks out the Wyvern stage adaptation of the Peter James best-seller - REVIEW
A MILESTONE FOR OUTSET
Swindon branch celebrates helping 200 local businesses get off the ground - SEE PICS
TORIES LAUNCH ELECTION MANIFESTO IN SWINDON
David Cameron unveils Conservative plans at the University Technical College - WATCH VIDEO
ROTARY & ROGAN JOSH!
Curry night kicks off Swindon Duck Race fundraising - PHOTOS
FLIPPIN' HECK!
Scooter Riders, Skateboarders and BMX riders descend on Swindon for the inaugural ATBShop Urban Games - SEE PICS
SEX IN SUBURBIA
Kelly Jobanputra takes a look at the new Claire Sweeney play at The Wyvern Theatre - REVIEW
HAGUE VISIT RECOGNISES APPRENTICE SUCCESS
Former Foreign Secretary praises Pebley Beach on apprentice training - WATCH INTERVIEW
SWINDON CENTRAL LIBRARY
Not just for bookworms! Sam Malik discovers the wealth of things to see and do in our latest 101 feature - WATCH VIDEO
HENRY VIII BORN IN SWINDON
WORLD EXCLUSIVE: From Moonraker to Monarch. Chance discovery of goblet proves King Henry VIII was born in Swindon! - WATCH VIDEO
HONDA PUTS SWINDON AT THE CENTRE OF WORLD EXPANSION
CIVIC HUB: £200 million investment means USA here we come...
SHADOW CHANCELLOR IN SWINDON
Ed Balls in Old Town talking business ahead of the General Election in May - WATCH VIDEO
GENERAL ELECTION TIME
They say whichever party wins in Swindon, wins the general election - we look back on results since 1969...
BLACK CAT ARCHERY
Take A Bow! SwindonWebTV's very own Sam Malik does just that in our latest 101 Things To Do In Swindon video - WATCH VIDEO
A COAT OF PAINT!
Stars of the Wyvern Theatre's Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat bring a splash of colour to Swindon - SEE PICS
UNDESERVED & UNJUST
Just two of the reasons we're supporting the petition to allow Jacky Collyer to stay in Swindon....
PORK TENDERLOIN WITH ARKELL'S BEE'S ORGANIC
Food stylist Lesley Holdship shows us how to make a quick, easy and incredibly tasty Pork meal - WATCH VIDEO
ROVES FARM
VIDEO: Spring Has Sprung! So we head down to the farm for our next instalment in our 101 Things To Do in Swindon series...
SPORTING DINNER RAISES £££S FOR SWINDON YOUTH CHARITY
Save Clivey & Twist campaign boosted by superstar evening at Blunsdon House - GALLERY
PROUD NIGHT FOR ROTARY
Old Town Swindon club celebrate 25th anniversary & £1/2 million raised for local causes...
ARMY RESERVE OPEN EVENING
Good turnout for Swindon recruitment event - SEE PICTURES
OASIS - MAD FOR SWINDON
Liam & Noel? Reunion? Glastonbury? Here's where it all started.....
YOU'RE GOING TO NEED A HOPERATION!
Arkell's new beer may not cure your ailments, but it'll certainly help you to forget them! - WATCH VIDEO
SWINDON FESTIVAL OF LITERATURE 2015
The annual Festival of Literature is back for its 22nd year! - 04-16 MAY - REPORT - WATCH VIDEO
SWINDON JOBFEST 2016
The chance for 16-25's to meet employers who actively recruit young people. At Steam Museum - 23 FEBRUARY
THE VINTAGE AND RETRO FESTIVAL
A blast from the past at Swindon's Brunel Shopping Centre! - SEE PICTURES
FORMULA ONE COMES TO SWINDON
The day Honda's F1 teams showed off - and wrecked a car in the process!...
TAW HILL, THIS IS TAW HILL!
New Swindon & Cricklade Railway station opens in North Swindon - SEE PICTURES
OUR BREASTMATES!
Volunteers at a breastfeeding charity in Swindon recognised at special ceremony...
RACK 'EM UP!
New storage system in Swindon keeps your bike safe and secure - WATCH VIDEO
LEARN TO SWIM IN SWINDON
PARENTING: With Double Olympian and Commonwealth Games medallist Adam Faulkner - WIN EASTER LESSONS
99P TO £4,200!
Cavendish Square bargain turns out to be rare artwork sold at auction this week...
REMEMBERING DAVE MACKAY
The former Swindon Town manager, who sadly died this week incl. DON ROGERS PUTTING THE RECORD STRAIGHT
ILLEGAL RAVE LEAVES FOUR POLICEMAN INJURED
Early-morning arrests sparks trouble in West Swindon - PHOTOS
HOWELL IN THE OPEN!
St Andrews major for Swindon golf star after second in South Africa....
A WEEKEND OF CHINESE CELEBRATION
Lion Dancing in Swindon heralds the Year of The Sheep! PICTURES
SWINDON WORKS 175TH ANNIVERSARY
The Marriott Swindon Hotel explores the history of Swindon's famous railway works...
A FITTING SEND-OFF
Hundreds of well-wishers gather to say goodbye to young keeper Rhiannon Brown - SEE PICS
VOTE FOR KEVIN!
STEAM employee goes head to head with nine other nominees vying to be crowned England's Tourism Superstar - WATCH VIDEO
BOEING SLOW!
Commuters on the A419 faced long delays over the weekend with the transport of two Boeing 747 fuselages - SEE PICS
NEW YEAR'S EVE WEDDING
Fancy saying 'I Do' on the last day of the year? Wrag Barn have an exclusive offer.....
A NIGHT AT THE DOGS!
At Swindon Greyhounds - Every Wednesday & Saturday evening!
BHF CANCEL SWINDON HALF-MARATHON
10-year-old event now a non-runner say organising charity....
AIR AMBULANCE AIRLIFTS CYCLIST
Pensioner seriously injured after collision in Cricklade Road - PICTURES
NOT THE BRIGHTEST SPARK!
Oh not again! Wootton Bassett Road re-opens after another lorry falls victim to Swindon's famous railway bridge - SEE PICS
GREAT TO BE EIGHT!
It was birthday kisses all round for brave Morgan Sharpe as he celebrated his 8th birthday over the weekend - SEE PICS
WEDDING SHOW AT WRAG BARN
Make plans for your special day at the award-winning golf course, wedding and conference venue - 07 FEBRUARY
THEY CAME, THEY SAW, THEY CONQUERED!
Highworthians win big Wiltshire derby to reach FA Vase last eight! 150 PICS + DRAW UPDATE
CURTAIN RAISER
Full house! Regent Circus development now complete with the opening of new six screen cinema - SEE PICS
EVEN MORE ON THE MENU!
GBK, Ask and Coal Grill now open at Regent Circus - Nando's opening this week!
A LOVING HOME
Looking for a new pet? Why not give a Greyhound a very happy retirement...
MILESTONE BIRTHDAYS
It's a very special January for one family in Swindon, with three generations celebrating landmark birthdays - 80, 50 & 21!
NEW TEAM ON THE BEAT
Council and police join forces to improve town centre - WATCH VIDEO
ENJOYING THE VIEW WITH NICK CLEGG
Deputy PM back in Swindon to confirm more money for town centre regeneration - VIDEO EXCLUSIVE
SWINDON PUJA 2016
The Saraswati Puja returns to the Punjabi Community Centre - 14 FEB
TOBY OR NOT TOBY...
EATING OUT: Our mum about town checks out the self-proclaimed 'home of the roast' in Swindon - REVIEW
LOST DOG: LET'S FIND CHESTER!
Last seen in Stratton and may have been run over on the A419 - APPEAL
LAMPS IN SWINDON
Where is one of the best places in the world for treating sports injuries? Frank (and Becks) know... SEE PICTURES
THE BRUNEL WEDDING SHOW
Big Day event showcases gowns, cakes, cars, hair, make-up & music.... and everything inbetween! - PICTURES
BREAKFAST IN SWINDON
Where to grab the most important meal of the day - FULL GUIDE
RETURN TICKET FOR HIGHWORTH STATION SIGN
Proud day as important piece of local railway history is back where it belongs - PICTURES
INCIDENT OUTSIDE SWINDON MECA
UPDATE: Police are appealing for witnesses after a serious assault on a 31-year old man in Swindon town centre...
EATING OUT IN SWINDON TOWN CENTRE?
Need you ASK?! New Italian and Gourmet Burger Kitchen now open...
THANKS FOR THE MAMMARIES!
The days when our Mel was The Page 3 Girl Of The Thrillenium & Sam Fox brought Swindon town centre to a standstill! PAGE 3 GIRLS IN SWINDON
ARE YOU A CUT ABOVE THE REST?
The Summer Youth Project is on the look out for talented young performers for a new production of Hairspray...
BIKERS TRIBUTE FOR MILES
Six-year-old meningitis victim given two-wheel send-off - PICTURES
REACHING NEW HEIGHTS
EATING OUT: New Giraffe restaurant at the Swindon Designer Outlet gets the seal of approval from our mum about town - REVIEW
EATING OUT - WHAT'S NEW
Our regular look at what's fresh on the menu in Swindon - offers, new places, reviews, events and more...
BEST BURGER IN SWINDON
And we're not talking McDonalds here - Gourmet! WHERE TO
DAVE DEE, DOZY, BEAKY, MICK, TICH… AND SWINDON
RIP DOZY. Hold Tight! - Swindon's connection to the 60s chart toppers...
SWINDON BARGAIN HUNT - WINTER ESSENTIALS
Crikey, it's freezing! And snow's on its way too. Got your hats, boots, long johns? - we're on it!
TOWN FALLS SILENT FOR PARIS VICTIMS
Swindon unites for a moment's quiet reflection in memory of those killed in terrorist attacks - SEE PICS
FIRST EMERGENCY FOR AIR AMBULANCE
A417 crash call then straight to Swindon GWH - SEE PICTURES
A GRAND DAY FOR COMMONWEAL
Old Town School takes delivery of Jamie Cullum's 40k piano - SEE PICTURES
AN AVIATION ICON RETURNS
The Royal International Air Tattoo announces the crowd-pleasing return of a 1950s favourite...
JOSH KUMRA PRESENTS...
A fantastic, intimate night of music at 20 at The Kings featuring some of the very best local Swindon acts and bands - SEE PICTURES
SWINDON SHIN SPLINTS WEEKLY RUNS
Free & friendly & open to all standards of runner - EVERY WEDNESDAY & SATURDAY - VIDEO
NICK CLEGG IN SWINDON
Deputy Prime Minister stops by to sign £129 million growth deal - WATCH VIDEO
HRH PRINCE ANDREW OPENS UTC SWINDON
The Duke of York officially opens new state-of-the-art facility - WATCH VIDEO
A HISTORY OF THE WORKHOUSE
A new book delves into the fascinating history of the Stratton Workhouse - WIN A COPY
PUBS WITH ROARING FIRES
Crikey it's cold!! So here's where to warm your cockles in Swindon...
IF YOU LIKE CIDER, YOU'LL LOVE THIS!
Lydiard House uses apples from its ancient Walled Garden to create first ever brew - WATCH VIDEO
SWINDON POLICE WEED OUT DRUG CRIMINALS
Arrests as dawn raids net stash & cash worth £75K - PICTURES
DON'T MILK US DRY!
Furious dairy farmers blockade Iceland in Swindon - SEE PICS
WHO'S A CLEVER BOY, THEN!
Pudsey lights up Woof Green to get Christmas started in Swindon Town Centre - PICTURES
ED MILIBAND GOES GREEN IN SWINDON
VIDEO: Labour leader targets town with General Election six months away - INTERVIEW
OPERATION BRUNEL
APPEAL: Sallyann's mother Lesley makes emotional plea at Police press conference - WATCH VIDEO
DOLPHINS ORCA-STRATE LEAGUE VICTORY
Swindon's Water polo team are celebrating today after clinching the league title - SEE PICTURES
SWINDON MUSEUM & ART GALLERY
VIDEO: Crocodile selfies and more! We delve into Swindon's local history and art. Part of our 101 Things To Do in Swindon series...
SWINDON 10K TAKES OFF!
Record turnout at Wroughton airfield for annual run - SEE PICTURES
LYDIARD HOUSE
A beautiful, Georgian stately home right on our doorstep! Part of our 101 Things To Do in Swindon series...
A BEAUTIFUL DAY..... TO REMEMBER.
Thousands gather in the sunshine in Swindon town centre for Remembrance Sunday - GALLERY
HUNT THE SAUSAGE!
VIDEO: It's British Sausage Week. And in Swindon we make the best bangers in the country - official! We even had a go ourselves!....
BRING ON THE WALL!
McArthurGlen Swindon Designer Outlet opens new state-of-the-art 'Wall Holla' play area for children - SEE PICS
WHO'S A CLEVER BOY, THEN!
Pudsey lights up Woof Green to get Christmas started in Swindon Town Centre - PICTURES
WYVERN FAMILY FUN DAY
A day of free events with character appearances, workshops and more - 24 OCTOBER
FROM BAGS TO RICHES!
Cancer Charity Handbag Amnesty at The Brunel goes brilliantly - PICTURES
BRAND NEW, BIGGER & BETTER!
New £35 million extension opens at the Swindon Designer Outlet - 06 NOVEMBER
SMALLHOLDING SUPPLIES
TOOMERS TIPS: If you have poultry, pigs & pets, then Toomers have all you need! - WATCH VIDEO
FLYING OVER COATE
New Wiltshire Air Ambulance takes to the skies over Swindon - SEE PICS
DANCING FOR THE DUKE
VIDEO: Very special Royal guest enjoys ballet, urban and hip hop classes at Swindon Dance...
EVERYONE A HERO
ARCHIVE: Wootton Bassett honours Lieutenant Daniel John Clack - the final repatriation...
HELLO LIZ HURLEY!
A UK first as new 'Care in The High Street' facility opens at The Brunel Centre in Swindon - WATCH VIDEO
A FITTING TOAST
Arkell's launch Old Contemptible Ale to mark Great War Anniversary - WATCH VIDEO
THE DRIVE OF YOUR LIFE
The search for Swindon's top bus driver is at an end, and the results are in - SEE PICTURES
GOLF FUN FORE ALL!
Visitors enjoy trick shot treat at Basset Down Open Day - PICTURES
HOW TO CREATE A CHILD’S PERFECT BEDROOM
TOP TIPS: Oak Furniture Land's new blog is well worth a read...
MEET 'GRAEME' THE SWAN!
UPDATE: Waitrose star Graeme injured and taken to the Swan Santuary....
SWINDON HOUSE PRICES SET TO RISE
UK house prices are set to soar in the next 5 years, with as much as a 40% increase predicted in Swindon...
WAIT FOR IT! WAIT FOR IT!.....
New Morrisons the first to open at Regent Circus - RESTAURANTS & CINEMA TO FOLLOW
BOILER SERVICE - TIPS AND HINTS
Advice on why it's essential, what goes into a proper boiler service and who you should ask to do it...
BUTTERFLY WORLD IS WELL WORTH A FLUTTER
SwindonWeb's mum about town checks out Butterfly World at Studley Grange - REVIEW
TOWN'S FIRST MANAGER HONOURED IN SERVICE
Legendary Robins boss Sam Allen was remembered yesterday in a service to mark the restoration of his grave - SEE PICS
BALLET KEEPS KIDS ON THEIR TOES
Primary School children in Swindon treated to a special demonstration by members of the Royal Ballet School - SEE PICS
THE PEAR TREE BEARS FRUIT AT NATIONAL AWARDS
Swindon hotel scoops Top Country Hotel award in the latest edition of the Good Hotel Guide - SEE PICS
WINTER HANGING BASKETS
SWTV recently met up with Toomer's James Greenslade to discuss winter hanging baskets, and how best to combat frost - WATCH VIDEO
TREATMENT CLOSER TO HOME
New Mobile Chemotherapy Unit is launched at The Great Western Hospital - SEE PICS
THE VICAR OF DRIBBLEY
The rain held off for the Old Town Autumn Fayre over the weekend, although not everybody managed to stay dry! - SEE PICS
PRINCE EDWARD LEAVES HIVE BUZZING
Wroughton Airfield welcomed a royal guest for the grand opening of the University of Bath's new research building - SEE PICS
A BRIDGE TOO FAR
70th ANNIVERSARY: Swindon's connection to Operation Market Garden, the biggest airborne invasion ever mounted - September 1944...
IT'S THE GOOD LIFE AT THE CLIFTON
Three new guests have taken up residence, and they've already started 'hogging' the limelight - SEE PICS + WIN A BOTTLE OF BOLLINGER!
NEW NSPCC SERVICE CENTRE OPENS
Mark Cooper among the guests at Old Town launch 21 years after HRH Princess Margaret opened original Swindon office...
WAGAMAMAS COMES TO TOWN!
NOW OPEN: Award-winning food chain opens its first Swindon restaurant at the Designer Outlet...
THE MOST REV IN SWINDON
It's Lydiard Park... and a quick stop off at Arkell's Brewery for The Archbishop of Canterbury - PICS
ALBION STREET FATAL FIRE
UPDATE: Swindon Police charge woman on suspicion of murder....
WHAT A SUPER SIZZLING SUNDAY!
Crowds flock to enjoy the first Sausage and Ale Trail across Old Town - SEE PICTURES
THANKS SWINDON ROTARY!
£22,000 handed out after a night of fundraising at the Marriott...
WAGGY TAILS AT THE WHITE HORSE!
Paws and prizes at family fun pub dog show - SEE GALLERY
WILDCATS READY TO POUNCE!
Swindon Ice Hockey stars pose for the annual team photo ahead of season opener - SEE PIC
HELLO, MR PRESIDENT!
Air Force One soars over Swindon as Obama flies in to RAF Fairford - SEE PICS
THE SUN FREEZES OVER!
Bucketloads of laughs as customers and staff at Coate pub take on the Ice Bucket Challenge - GALLERY
REMOVING WEEDS FROM YOUR GARDEN
Toomer's Nigel Davis reveals the secrets to dealing with the bane of any gardener - weeds! - WATCH VIDEO
SWINDON'S GOLDEN GIRL!
Swimming star Jazz Carlin back at the Link Centre to enjoy Open Day...
LOOKING BACK TO 1979
35 years on from Making Plans for Nigel, we celebrate Swindon's greatest-ever band, XTC - WATCH VIDEOS
PLESSEY IN SWINDON
Former factory now demolished. A good time then to look back on how the electronic age brought post-war prosperity to Swindon...
HOW TO AVOID INJURY WHEN CYCLING
SwindonWebTV has a chat with Chris Biggs from Swindon Chiropractic Clinic at a recent Pop-Up Surgery - WATCH VIDEO
FOOTBALL & FOOD!
The best pubs to watch the game and grab a proper bite to eat in Swindon...
PIE IN THE SKY!
Wharf Green became a rather messy battleground for the cast of Bugsy Malone this morning - SEE PICS
UNI HERE WE COME!
It's joy at New College on A Level results day - PICTURES
A JOLLY GOOD SHOW!
Hundreds of people embraced the spirit of the Home Front on Saturday with The Great War Street Party in Swindon Town Centre - SEE PICS
TOOLS AT THE READY!
Pentylands Country Park in Highworth enjoys activity day 5 years after first trees were planted - PICS
DON'T TELL THE BRIDE!
Is coming to Swindon. So who fancies taking part, then?
GILBERTS OF SWINDON DURING THE GREAT WAR
An Old Town business that has survived two world wars and played a vital role in each, historian Dr Mike Pringle uncovers more - WATCH VIDEO
“FUN RAISING” NIGHTS AT SWINDON GREYHOUNDS
Want to raise money for your Sports Club or Registered Charity? Get 100 free tickets and get down to the dogs!...
GREAT WAR BRITAIN: SWINDON
1914-18 remembered in new book launched today - WE'VE A COPY TO GIVEAWAY
FENCING FUN AND GAMES!
Swashbuckling kids get the chance to cross swords in Swindon town centre...
STRATTON STROLLIN!
What a day for a pub crawl! Hundreds enjoy 20 live acts across 6 venues in Stratton St. Margaret - PICTURES
A FOOD & FAMILY CELEBRATION
EATING OUT: Home-produced organic lamb now on the menu at The Royal Oak at Bishopstone...
HAPPY BIRTHDAY, CHAPS!
Prince Charles put the Royal into RIAT as Red Arrows celebrate 50th anniversary at Air Tattoo - VIDEOS & PICS - UPDATED
FOUR-LEGGED FUNDRAISING!
Swindon Needy Dogs £200 better off thanks to Janet's Puppy Skool + double celebration!...
GETTING MARRIED IN HIGHWORTH
The town just outside Swindon with everything you need for a fantastic big day - WATCH VIDEO
D-DAY
Watch our films showing how Swindon played its part on the 6th June 1944 - WATCH VIDEOS
REGENERATING SWINDON
Take a walk-through the changes happening in Swindon town centre - WATCH VIDEO
THEMING YOUR GARDEN
Tips & advice on garden theme ideas, with Toomer's Nigel Davis - WATCH VIDEO
SUNSET OVER SWINDON
Filmed by SWTV from White Horse Hill. And what a beautiful view it was, too! - VIDEO
ACTIVE SWINDON CHALLENGE
Walk, cycle, car share or use public transport to win prizes this summer. Sarah Williams finds out more - WATCH VIDEO
HOW TO PREVENT INJURY
Our top tips to stay healthy in the garden - and avoid more than just a bad back! with Swindon Chiropractic Clinic
SUNDAY LUNCH IN SWINDON
Traditional roast with all the trimmings? Carvery? Late serving? AA-rated? We know all the places to go in Swindon...
MIND THE GAP!
Swindon now has its own ‘tube style’ map of its pubs and drinking holes, so who fancies a Summer pub crawl?...
WHO WOULD HAVE THOUGHT IT?!
Cue letters to The Times - Swindon gets a Waitrose before Tunbridge Wells!....
MORE THAN JUST A CAFE
Why the Olive Tree in Cheney Manor brings a smile to all, writes Nell O'Neill...
BRAVERY RECOGNISED
Proud evening as Swindon soldiers are awarded Operational Service Medals for Afganistan Tour - WATCH VIDEO
THE BIGGEST PIECE OF THE JIGSAW
Major change on the way for Fleming Way as part of the £350 million pound regeneration of Swindon town centre - WATCH VIDEO
BEST BURGER IN SWINDON
And we're not talking McDonalds here - Gourmet! WHERE TO
WHO'S A CLEVER BOY, THEN?
His name is Mack and he's on his way to Crufts! WATCH VIDEO
SUFFERING FROM SCIATICA?
What is it? And how you can help prevent it in your everyday life, with the Swindon Chiropractic Clinic...
FANCY A CHARITY RACE NIGHT?
A fun & exciting way to raise money with H&J Entertainments in Swindon...
DOG FRIENDLY FOOD PUBS
Where to enjoy a bite to eat and take along your four-legged friend...
THE CORN EXCHANGE - PAST & FUTURE
A spectacular aerial look at the history & new plans for one of Swindon's most historic buildings - WATCH VIDEOS
RUNNING IN SWINDON
Our guide for fun runners and those more Seb Coe! - CLUBS, EVENTS, FOOTWEAR, TRAINING TIPS and more...
INSPIRATIONAL WOMEN IN SWINDON - PART V
We meet Jan Angelo, owner of Wall2Wall Decorating, in the fifth of our series...
CYCLING IN SWINDON
Bikes at the ready! This guide tells you everything you need to know about cycling around Swindon...
LIVE MUSIC @ 20 AT THE KINGS
Top local bands and acts - EVERY SUNDAY EVENING. THIS WEEK: GET CARTER
AHH, IF ONLY....
Jon Ratcliffe imagines what Swindon could be like if we got back our confidence - HAVE YOUR SAY...
VEGETARIAN SWINDON
Nut Roast? Boring! Here's our list of the best places to eat in Swindon if you're not partial to meat...
REPORTERS NEEDED
SwindonWeb is looking for reporters - could you be one of them?...
JAZZ IN SWINDON
Our regular gig guide with Swindon's king of all things jazz, Dave Knight...
FITNESS & EXERCISE
Get fit features & advice, gyms, slimming, workouts and more...
EATING OUT GUIDE
Italian restaurant in Swindon? Chinese, perhaps? A quick bite at lunch-time? Or Sunday lunch? FULL GUIDE
PETS SECTION
Dogs, cats, bunnies and budgies - our guide to looking after your pet in Swindon...
GIVING BLOOD IN SWINDON
Our guide to who, where and when you can give blood...
A NIGHT AT THE DOGS!
At Swindon Greyhounds - Every Wednesday & Saturday evening!
SWINDON WEATHER FORECAST
5-Day Weather Forecast for Swindon...
HISTORICAL SWINDON - 'THEN AND NOW'
A unique look at Swindon's past and present - step back in time...
SWINDON WEDDING GUIDE 2016
All the links you'll need for organising the perfect wedding day in Swindon this year...
