Swindon Scene What's On
IT course - drop-in sessions (17th January - 19th December)
Are you looking for work and keen to improve your computer skills? Want to be more confident using databases, word processing or email? Enhance your employability with an internationally recognise...663
Lady Johanna: herbalist, housekeeper & heroine (23rd March - 30th June)
A new display in the State Rooms of Lydiard House tells the story of Lady Johanna St John, a 17th century gentlewoman and herbal healer. Included in cost of admission to the house.
Stage Struck Present's - When I Grow Up (21st May - 25th May)
Join Stage Struck at The Arts Centre – Swindon to celebrate their 30th Anniversary show. Comedy and songs from Jersey Boys, Les Miserables, The Addams Family, Matilda and many more. On from Tu...460
Fruit tree pruning and training (22nd May)
Practical workshop led by Lydiard Park's gardening team looking at pruning and training techniques for cherries, peaches and damsons. Booking is required - please call 01793 770401 or email lydiardpa...217
Adult Learner day - promoting learning in a friendly multicultural centre environment. A day full of fun, games and food from all over the world. (22nd May)
Join us for an action packed day full of activities, a free buffet and a chance to win a prize in the raffle ( Monies goes to charity) Come and see what MTC can offer you. we deliver courses for Engli...254
Lechlade Music Festival (24th May - 26th May)
Lechlade Festival – EARLY BIRD DEADLINE EXTENDED TO 7TH APRIL The Robbie Boyd Band, The Military Wives Choir and Police Dog Hogan are just some of the names released in the line-up for this year’s Le...2015
Pond Dipping - half term session (28th May)
Fun hands on session for children to discover what lies beneath the surface of Lydiard Park's lakes. Suitable for 5 years +. Children must be accompanied by an adult. 1 hour sessions at 10am and 11....280
Pond dipping - half term session (30th May)
Fun hands on session for children to discover what lies beneath the surface of Lydiard Park's lakes. Suitable for 5 years +. Children must be accompanied by an adult. 1 hour sessions at 10am and 11....280
4th June - Diabetes UK Swindon Group Meeting (4th June)
“Managing Diabetes in Domiciliary Care”, by Ben Curtis of Bluebird Care (Swindon)
Lechlade Craft and Gift Fair (29th June)
Lechlade Craft and Gift Fairs are a monthly event with a great variety of stalls from cakes to shabby chic items and howmewares. Also a pop up cafe is available so you can enjoy a cuppa or a soft drin...522
2nd July - Diabetes UK Swindon Group Meeting (2nd July)
Return visit by Dr Simon Satchell from the University of Bristol for an update on the Research Project adopted by the Swindon Group investigating which kidney components are important in preventing pr...298
Romeo & Juliet open air theatre (5th July)
Open air theatre production of Shakespeare’s classic tale. Two innocent lovers fall victim to family hatred and cruel destiny – as the heat rises and fervour mounts, power, passion and politics all p...857
Wild West Summer Fete - Catherine Wayte Primary School (12th July)
Catherine Wayte Primary School PTA invite you to our Wild West Summer Fete on Friday 12 July 6pm to 8pm. An exciting variety of games and stalls including a Bouncy Castle, Coconut Shy, Tombola, Ice C...345
160 camp: The Lydiard Park Prisoner of War Hospital camp (20th July - 17th November)
New display in the State Rooms of Lydiard House about the Second World War Prisoner of War Hospital Camp at Lydiard Park. It featuring photos, maps and true stories about the inmates, doctors and guar...282
The Tales of Peter Rabbit & Benjamin Bunny (26th July)
Open air family theatre production. Peter Rabbit knows he shouldn’t go into Mr McGregor’s garden, but he can’t resist! He gets into all kinds of scrapes and after a severe telling-off from his mother...687
Lechlade Craft and Gift Fair (27th July)
Lechlade craft and gift fairs are a monthly event with a great variety of stalls from cakes to shabby chic items and homewares. Also a pop up cafe is available so you can enjoy a cuppa or a soft drink...494
Walled Garden Open for Charity (28th July)
As part of the National Gardens Scheme Open for Charity, all the entry payments to visit Lydiard Park’s Walled Garden are donated to their chosen charities, which include Marie Curie Cancer and Macmil...596
BABE the Sheep-Pig (16th August)
Open air family theatre production by Dick King-Smith, adapted by David Wood. Farmer Hoggett wins a piglet at the fair – and everyone knows what fate awaits a pig raised on a farm. Adopted by Fly th...967
Lechlade Craft and Gift Fair (31st August)
Lechlade craft and gift fairs are a monthly event with a great variety of stalls from cakes to shabby chic items and homewares. Also a pop up cafe is available so you can enjoy a cuppa or a soft drink...512
Heritage Open Days at Lydiard Park (14th September - 15th September)
As part of this national celebration of our heritage, the State Rooms of Lydiard House and the Georgian Walled Garden are open to the public, free of charge for this weekend. The Ice House in the gro...375
Swindon Marriott Hotel Wedding Fayre (15th September)
Fashion shows at 12.30 pm and 2 pm Amongst the finest hotels in Swindon, we are known for our outgoing service and amenities. We understand that dream weddings don't just happen, they are planned a...558
Lechlade Craft and Gift Fair (28th September)
Lechlade craft and gift fairs are a monthly event with a great variety of stalls from cakes to shabby chic items and homewares. Also a pop up cafe is available so you can enjoy a cuppa or a soft drink...508
Marketing Breakfast Club Taster Session (25th November)
Wholegrain marketing for your small business. Has another month gone by without you really making any progress on your marketing? Do you want to be able to get more marketing done? Do you want somewh...836
Lechlade Craft and Gift Fair (30th November)
Lechlade craft and gift fairs are a monthly event with a great variety of stalls from cakes to shabby chic items and homewares. Also a pop up cafe is available so you can enjoy a cuppa or a soft drink...500
Swindon Scene Stories
Buy With Confidence scheme helps tackle rogue traders
Swindon householders warned not to be taken in by traders who knock on their door
Midcounties Co-op is one of the UKs 'Top 25 Big Companies to Work For'
Sunday Times listing makes it an awards hat-trick for Midcounties Co-operative
Donate your lovely unwanted things to South West BHF Shops
Have a spring clear out - if you haven't used something for over a year it's time to give it up!
Christina is first A Award netball umpire in Wiltshire!
Abbey Meads Netball Club's Christina Davidson explains what happened at her assessment to become a top umpire
Swindon’s railway heritage to be relived in library talk on 20 March
Railway buffs and those interested in Swindon’s history are being invited to attend a special talk at Swindon Central Library on Wednesday 20 March.
New look Sparcells surgery will be more family friendly
Improvements under way at Sparcells GP surgery, West Swindon, marking next phase of development for this popular practice.
More carers needed to open up their homes
Home & Away Scheme - information evening on 26 March
ABBA Forever In Concert - 24 March
An evening full of iconic songs from one of the world's most famous pop band - Wyvern Theatre, Swindon
Cooking for over 55s
Learn how to prepare quick, tasty, low cost meals at Freshbrook Community Centre
The first Swindon Performance Festival - 5 to 9 April
Madam Renards Mini Fringe launches on Friday 5 April at STEAM Museum
Westlea firefighters ready to wash cars on 16 March
Wash and polish in West Swindon in aid of the Fire Fighters Charity
Writing Workshops
Writing your First Novel - Thursday 21 March; Creating Memorable Characters - Thursday 11 April
Bassett runners raise £6,500 for Prospect
Railston team run Bath Half Marathon in memory of colleague
Tables now booking for heavyweight prizefighter night at the Oasis 30 March
Call now to reserve your table
Help needed to run heritage railway
Enthusiasm and common sense is all that's needed to volunteer!
Ladies Pamper Night - 21 March
Fundraising in aid of Mammography Biopsy Chair Project, Great Western Hospital
Last Call for Early Bird Discounts to the Sarsen Trail
Book before midnight on Sunday 17 March to take advantage of the discount.
Visiting time could be over for hospital shop volunteers
Uncertainty for WRVS volunteers as commercial company Compass takes over.
Paddle for guide dogs
Teams required for dragon boat race at Coate Water in June.
Domestic Abuse Awareness Roundtable Event
Saturday 16 March, Broadgreen Community Centre 10am
Community action research in March
Stepping Forward - two exhibitions tracing Swindon's strong tradition of community involvement
New group to support parents with post natal depression
Having suffered with post natal depression herself, Lesley Hughes passes on tips and hits to those experiencing the same difficulties.
Train to help victims in their court appearance through stressful times
Victim support Witness Service looking for new volunteers
Swap fags for swag on National No Smoking Day
Swindon smokers urged to give up smoking on 13 March and consider the financial benefits of quitting.
Autism Awareness Day: Saturday 16 March
Free Autism Awareness Workshop, Uplands School, North Swindon, 9.30am-3pm
A Pawfect solution to shared pet care
Sarah offers dog-walking and pet-sitting for cats and small pets.
