Visual timeline of Swindon's Brunel Shopping Centre
The Brunel Shopping Centre opened in 1971, marked by the unveiling of a statue of its namesake in Havelock Square.
New triathlon to take place in Wiltshire next summer
A new sporting event is set to take place in Wiltshire next summer. The Bowood House Triathlon, organised by Swim Bike RunThrough, is due to take place on Saturday, June 21. Held in the grounds of ...
Shops to reopen after police raid uncovers £55,000 of illegal vapes
Two convenience stores on Manchester Road have been given permission to reopen after police seized a considerable number of illegal vapes.
Famed Swindon artist designs trophy for awards ceremony
An award-winning Swindon artist has designed a new trophy for a global awards ceremony. Anna Mazzotta was commissioned by the Association for International Broadcasting (AIB) to create the new trophy ...
Comedian Russell Hicks heading to Swindon as part of UK tour
Comedian Russell Hicks is set to perform in Swindon as part of his debut UK tour. The award-winning comic, known for his spontaneous style, will bring his show "Happy to Be Here" to Swindon Arts ...
Boscombe snowdrop garden to open earlier than usual
A snowdrop garden in Wiltshire is set to open to the public earlier than usual. The garden, which belongs to Boscombe village resident Lyn Miles, will be open on January 1, January 2, January 9, and ...
Paul Heaton to perform at Forest Live concert in 2025
Beautiful South frontman Paul Heaton will be appearing at an open air concert this summer. The former Housemartins singer has been announced as the latest headliner for Forest Live 2025.
Wiltshire man admits possession of indecent child images
A man from Wiltshire has pleaded guilty to possessing hundreds of indecent images of children and grossly offensive images involving a dog.
Chippenham flood damage leaves businesses 'devastated'
High Street businesses were “devastated” by flood water after a Wiltshire town experienced its “worst flooding since the 1960s.” Chippenham town centre found itself underwater on Monday, November 25 ...
Driver driver stopped by member of pub in Swindon car park
A woman has been sentenced for drink driving in the Village Hotel car park after a member of the public was forced to intervene.
Center Parcs Longleat Forest recognised in British Travel Awards
Center Parcs, which has a venue in Longleat Forest, has won two national tourism awards. The holiday park operator scooped the gold award for Best Company for UK Family Holidays and the silver award ...
Numbers of rough sleepers in Swindon sees significant rise
The number of rough sleepers in Swindon has seen a significant rise over the last three years. Data from Swindon Borough Council has revealed that the average number of people classified as "sleeping ...