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SUMMARY:'The History Of Tarot' by Michael Gray
DESCRIPTION:The History Of Tarot by Michael Gray – For centuries Tarot cards have been used for fortune telling believed to manifest secret knowledge handed down from ancient times. For some they are dark magic to be avoided and for others a psychological system for self awareness and personal development.\nIn this talk Michael Gray will provide an overview of The History Of Tarot showing how a reading is made and a look at some of the historical card designs that have contributed to the Tarot myth.\nFollowing a review of the  Journey of the Hero through the lens of the cards\, there will be time for questions and personal readings afterwards.\nCost\nSwindon Heritage Preservation (SHP) Full Members – FREE Entry \nGuests – £5.00 Entry \nMembership\nBecoming a SHP Full Member gives you full FREE access to our series of talks\, along with many other benefits. Full Membership only costs £12 per year! You can learn more about Membership here (https://mechanics-trust.org.uk/membership/). \nGetting to Emlyn Square\nCentral Community Centre is in Emlyn Square (SN1 5BP) at the heart of Swindon’s Railway Village. You can view the location on Google Maps here. \nIt is easily accessible by train and bus\, with the Central Bus Station just a short walk away. There are several car parks available around the Railway Village. We recommend Bristol Street Car Park for it’s proximity to Emlyn Square.
URL:https://swindonheritage.org.uk/all-events/the-history-of-tarot-by-michael-gray/
LOCATION:Central Community Centre\, SN1 5BG\, Central Community Centre\, Emlyn Square\, Swindon\, SN1 5BG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Talks
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251029T163000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251029T180000
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SUMMARY:Halloween Spider Hunt
DESCRIPTION:Spooktacular Halloween Spider Hunt at Railway Village Museum\nJoin Swindon Heritage Preservation this October half term for a wickedly fun Halloween event in Swindon! Bring your little monsters to the historic Railway Village Museum for our thrilling Spooktacular Halloween Spider Hunt. \nThe Museum\, a preserved Victorian Great Western Railway worker’s cottage\, is decked out in all things spooky. Explore the rooms and gardens as you follow the trail to find all the hidden (and not-so-creepy) spiders! It’s the perfect dose of historical charm and family fun in Swindon this Halloween season. \nThis exciting activity is designed for children of all ages. To make the day even sweeter\, every child ticket holder will receive a special Halloween goodie bag filled with treats and surprises! \nDon’t miss out on this popular kids activity during the school break. Book your tickets now for a memorable\, spooky-but-safe adventure at the Railway Village Museum!
URL:https://swindonheritage.org.uk/all-events/halloween-spider-hunt/
LOCATION:Railway Village Museum\, 34 Faringdon Road\, Swindon\, Wiltshire\, SN1 5BJ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251018T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251018T123000
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SUMMARY:Modern Calligraphy Company- Beginners Pointed Nib Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This external event is hosted and organised by The Modern Calligraphy Company. \nThe Modern Calligraphy Company –Beginners Pointed Nib Workshop \nTutor: Sarah Hirst \nThe Bakers warmly welcomes back the Modern Calligraphy Company for another workshop! \nStep into a calm\, creative space and explore the magic of modern calligraphy—even if you’ve never held a dip pen before. This beginner-friendly workshop is designed to be a joyful\, stress-free introduction to the beautiful world of hand lettering. \nOver 2.5 relaxed and inspiring hours\, you’ll learn the fundamentals—from smooth\, flowing strokes to connecting letters and crafting meaningful words. We’ll guide you with hands-on demos\, easy-to-follow steps\, and plenty of one-on-one encouragement to help you build confidence and uncover your own signature style. \nSince a little sparkle makes everything better\, we’ll also explore metallic inks and colour blending. perfect for designing gorgeous greeting cards\, invitations\, or even frame-worthy artwork. \nSo\, come as you are\, leave with newfound skills\, a spark of creativity\, and maybe even your next masterpiece. \nAdditional Information \nAll the materials you need are provided. \nThere is parking for up to 10 cars on a first come basis. Alternatively\, there are other pay and display car parks nearby\, bus routes and we are a short walk from the train station. Brunel West Multi-Storey car park is 24 hours and £1 per hour evenings Monday-Friday and is pay-by-card. \nFully Accessible with Ramp \nAccessible Toilets \nTicket booking: 18/10 Swindon: Beginners Pointed Nib Workshop 10-12.30 | ModernCalligraphyCo. \nSee all of our events here: Swindon Heritage Preservation events
URL:https://swindonheritage.org.uk/all-events/beginners-pointed-nib-workshop/
LOCATION:The Bakers’\, 16 Emlyn Square\, Swindon\, Wiltshire\, SN1 5BN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251016T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251016T203000
DTSTAMP:20250901T072854Z
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SUMMARY:'Swindon Works at War' by Jack Hayward
DESCRIPTION:It is 80 years since the end of WW2\, and 40 years since the closure of Swindon Railway Works. \nThe Works contribution as a war factory was colossal\, its achievements little recognised. \nWith the two defining factors of WW1 and WW2 leaving their indelible marks in the minds of Swindon Railway workers\, what was it like working during the Blackout? \nWhat role did women play in Swindon Works\, and why was it not a prime target for the German Luftwaffe’s heavy bombers? \nJoin us 7:30 PM Thursday 16th October at the Central Community Centre (SN1 5BP) for ‘Swindon Works at War’ by Jack Hayward. \nCost\nSwindon Heritage Preservation (SHP) Full Members – FREE Entry \nGuests – £5.00 Entry \nMembership\nBecoming a SHP Full Member gives you full FREE access to our series of talks\, along with many other benefits. Full Membership only costs £12 per year! You can learn more about Membership here (https://mechanics-trust.org.uk/membership/). \nGetting to Emlyn Square\nCentral Community Centre is in Emlyn Square (SN1 5BP) at the heart of Swindon’s Railway Village. You can view the location on Google Maps here. \nIt is easily accessible by train and bus\, with the Central Bus Station just a short walk away. There are several car parks available around the Railway Village. We recommend Bristol Street Car Park for it’s proximity to Emlyn Square.
URL:https://swindonheritage.org.uk/all-events/swindon-works-at-war-by-jack-hayward/
LOCATION:Central Community Centre\, SN1 5BG\, Central Community Centre\, Emlyn Square\, Swindon\, SN1 5BG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Heritage,MemberFREE,Talks
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251015T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251022T153000
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SUMMARY:Railway Village Museum Tour (15th October)
DESCRIPTION:Join us at The Railway Village Museum to step back in time at the cottage to discover Victorian traditions. Witness the sights\, sounds and smells of local community life\, and learn how a Great Western Railway worker would have lived with their family living in Swindon c1901. \nWhat are the details?\nThis approximately 30 minute tour will be hosted from 3pm by a knowledgeable volunteer who will guide you through each room of the Railway Cottage. \nVisiting the Railway Village Museum is free of charge. However\, as we rely heavily on donations and the generous support of our volunteers to remain open\, any contribution is greatly appreciated. \nWe are running a series of Tours throughout the year so if you can’t make this one\, view our other events here. \nImportant Information\n\nBooking is essential\, the Museum tour will only go ahead if there are bookings.\nNo food or drink is allowed inside the Museum.\nThere are no toilet facilities at the Museum\, but there are toilets available at the nearby supporting site: The Bakers’.\n\nAccessibility\nWheelchair ramps are available for the Museum\, with the ground floor accessible for wheelchairs. However due to tight corridors and narrow doorways some wheelchairs may not be able to enter the corridor. This is also why we ask that pushchairs are not brought inside. The stairs are steep so please take extra care when going upstairs. If you have any questions or concerns please contact us before the event via email: info@mechanics-trust.org.uk \nTransport and Parking\nThe Railway Village Museum is at 34 Faringdon Road (SN1 5BJ) in Swindon’s Railway Village. You can view the location on Google Maps here. \nIt is easily accessible by train and bus\, with the Central Bus Station just a short walk away. There are several car parks available around the Railway Village\, but we recommend Bristol Street Car Park for it’s proximity to the Museum.
URL:https://swindonheritage.org.uk/all-events/railway-village-museum-tour-15th-october/
LOCATION:Railway Village Museum\, 34 Faringdon Road\, Swindon\, Wiltshire\, SN1 5BJ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251008T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251015T153000
DTSTAMP:20250927T090818Z
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SUMMARY:Railway Village Museum Tour (8th October)
DESCRIPTION:Join us at The Railway Village Museum to step back in time at the cottage to discover Victorian traditions. Witness the sights\, sounds and smells of local community life\, and learn how a Great Western Railway worker would have lived with their family living in Swindon c1901. \nWhat are the details?\nThis approximately 30 minute tour will be hosted from 3pm by a knowledgeable volunteer who will guide you through each room of the Railway Cottage. \nVisiting the Railway Village Museum is free of charge. However\, as we rely heavily on donations and the generous support of our volunteers to remain open\, any contribution is greatly appreciated. \nWe are running a series of Tours throughout the year so if you can’t make this one\, view our other events here. \nImportant Information\n\nBooking is essential\, the Museum tour will only go ahead if there are bookings.\nNo food or drink is allowed inside the Museum.\nThere are no toilet facilities at the Museum\, but there are toilets available at the nearby supporting site: The Bakers’.\n\nAccessibility\nWheelchair ramps are available for the Museum\, with the ground floor accessible for wheelchairs. However due to tight corridors and narrow doorways some wheelchairs may not be able to enter the corridor. This is also why we ask that pushchairs are not brought inside. The stairs are steep so please take extra care when going upstairs. If you have any questions or concerns please contact us before the event via email: info@mechanics-trust.org.uk \nTransport and Parking\nThe Railway Village Museum is at 34 Faringdon Road (SN1 5BJ) in Swindon’s Railway Village. You can view the location on Google Maps here. \nIt is easily accessible by train and bus\, with the Central Bus Station just a short walk away. There are several car parks available around the Railway Village\, but we recommend Bristol Street Car Park for it’s proximity to the Museum.
URL:https://swindonheritage.org.uk/all-events/railway-village-museum-tour-8th-october/
LOCATION:Railway Village Museum\, 34 Faringdon Road\, Swindon\, Wiltshire\, SN1 5BJ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251001T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251001T153000
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SUMMARY:Railway Village Museum Tour (1st October)
DESCRIPTION:Join us at The Railway Village Museum to step back in time at the cottage to discover Victorian traditions. Witness the sights\, sounds and smells of local community life\, and learn how a Great Western Railway worker would have lived with their family living in Swindon c1901. \nWhat are the details?\nThis approximately 30 minute tour will be hosted from 3pm by a knowledgeable volunteer who will guide you through each room of the Railway Cottage. \nVisiting the Railway Village Museum is free of charge. However\, as we rely heavily on donations and the generous support of our volunteers to remain open\, any contribution is greatly appreciated. \nWe are running a series of Tours throughout the year so if you can’t make this one\, view our other events here. \nImportant Information\n\nBooking is essential\, the Museum tour will only go ahead if there are bookings.\nNo food or drink is allowed inside the Museum.\nThere are no toilet facilities at the Museum\, but there are toilets available at the nearby supporting site: The Bakers’.\n\nAccessibility\nWheelchair ramps are available for the Museum\, with the ground floor accessible for wheelchairs. However due to tight corridors and narrow doorways some wheelchairs may not be able to enter the corridor. This is also why we ask that pushchairs are not brought inside. The stairs are steep so please take extra care when going upstairs. If you have any questions or concerns please contact us before the event via email: info@mechanics-trust.org.uk \nTransport and Parking\nThe Railway Village Museum is at 34 Faringdon Road (SN1 5BJ) in Swindon’s Railway Village. You can view the location on Google Maps here. \nIt is easily accessible by train and bus\, with the Central Bus Station just a short walk away. There are several car parks available around the Railway Village\, but we recommend Bristol Street Car Park for it’s proximity to the Museum.
URL:https://swindonheritage.org.uk/all-events/railway-village-museum-tour-1st-october/
LOCATION:Railway Village Museum\, 34 Faringdon Road\, Swindon\, Wiltshire\, SN1 5BJ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250924T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250924T153000
DTSTAMP:20250827T131214Z
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SUMMARY:Railway Village Museum Tour (24th September)
DESCRIPTION:Join us at The Railway Village Museum to step back in time at the cottage to discover Victorian traditions. Witness the sights\, sounds and smells of local community life\, and learn how a Great Western Railway worker would have lived with their family living in Swindon c1901. \nWhat are the details?\nThis approximately 30 minute tour will be hosted from 3pm by a knowledgeable volunteer who will guide you through each room of the Railway Cottage. \nVisiting the Railway Village Museum is free of charge. However\, as we rely heavily on donations and the generous support of our volunteers to remain open\, any contribution is greatly appreciated. \nWe are running a series of Tours throughout the season so if you can’t make this one\, view our other events here. \nImportant Information\n\nBooking is essential\, the Museum tour will only go ahead if there are bookings.\nNo food or drink is allowed inside the Museum.\nThere are no toilet facilities at the Museum\, but there are toilets available at the nearby supporting site: The Bakers’.\n\nAccessibility\nWheelchair ramps are available for the Museum\, with the ground floor accessible for wheelchairs. However due to tight corridors and narrow doorways some wheelchairs may not be able to enter the corridor. This is also why we ask that pushchairs are not brought inside. The stairs are steep so please take extra care when going upstairs. If you have any questions or concerns please contact us before the event via email: info@mechanics-trust.org.uk \nTransport and Parking\nThe Railway Village Museum is at 34 Faringdon Road (SN1 5BJ) in Swindon’s Railway Village. You can view the location on Google Maps here. \nIt is easily accessible by train and bus\, with the Central Bus Station just a short walk away. There are several car parks available around the Railway Village\, but we recommend Bristol Street Car Park for it’s proximity to the Museum.
URL:https://swindonheritage.org.uk/all-events/railway-village-museum-tour-24th-september/
LOCATION:Railway Village Museum\, 34 Faringdon Road\, Swindon\, Wiltshire\, SN1 5BJ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Museum
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250920
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250922
DTSTAMP:20250915T062947Z
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SUMMARY:Step Back in Time: Meet Mrs Smith in Her Victorian Cottage!
DESCRIPTION:Bring the whole family to the Railway Village Museum for an interactive tour with Mrs Smith\, a busy housewife from 1901! Actress and history aficionado Louise Jordan brings history to life as she invites everyone into her cosy Victorian cottage. \nFamilies will love this hands-on FREE experience as it brings Swindon history to life in a way that everyone can enjoy. Kids and adults alike get to step inside a real Victorian cottage\, meet Mrs Smith\, and see what life was like over 100 years ago. With chances to join in\, like helping with the washing\, it’s a great way to learn about Swindon’s past. \nPerformances are on both Saturday 20th and Sunday 21st September 2025 at 12:30 PM\, 2 PM and 3 PM. \nEvent Information: \nLocation: The Railway Village Museum\, 34 Faringdon Rd\, Swindon SN1 5BJ | You can view the location on Google Maps here. \nPlease Note: Wheelchair ramps are available\, with only the ground floor of the Museum being accessible for wheelchairs. However due to tight corridors and narrow doorways some wheelchairs may not be able to enter the corridor. This is also why we ask that pushchairs are not brought inside. The stairs are steep so please take extra care. If you have any questions or concerns please contact us before the event via email: info@mechanics-trust.org.uk \nThere are no toilets available at the Museum. \n 
URL:https://swindonheritage.org.uk/all-events/step-back-in-time-meet-mrs-smith-in-her-victorian-cottage/
LOCATION:Railway Village Museum\, 34 Faringdon Road\, Swindon\, Wiltshire\, SN1 5BJ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Heritage,Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250918T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250918T183000
DTSTAMP:20250818T074630Z
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SUMMARY:'200 Years of Britain’s Railways in 14 Journeys' by Sherin Aminossehe
DESCRIPTION:The world’s first public railway\, the Stockton & Darlington Railway\, opened in the northeast of England in 1825 and marked the start of rail travel in Britain and across the world. Over the following two centuries the rail network expanded over the country and led to the construction of some of the most spectacular examples of British architecture and engineering.\n\nThrough a selection of 14 varied journeys\, 200 Years of Britain’s Railways in 14 Journeys by Sherin Aminossehe takes the reader on a breathtaking illustrated tour of Britain’s rail network\, taking in stations\, bridges\, viaducts and other architectural elements\, but also the people and personalities associated with them.\n\nSherin Aminossehe has been drawing since she could hold a pencil and is now a trained architect working for the Ministry of Defence and will be giving an illustrated talk about the beautiful and engaging story of Britain’s railway history and architecture.\n\nCost\nThis event is completely FREE\, starting at 5 PM Thursday 18th September. No booking required. \nSherin Aminossehe’s book ‘200 Years of Britain’s Railways in 14 Journeys’ will be available to purchase during the event. \nGetting to Emlyn Square\nCentral Community Centre is in Emlyn Square (SN1 5BP) at the heart of Swindon’s Railway Village. You can view the location on Google Maps here. \nIt is easily accessible by train and bus\, with bus stops and Swindon Station just a short walk away. There are several car parks available around the Railway Village. We recommend Bristol Street Car Park for it’s proximity to Emlyn Square.
URL:https://swindonheritage.org.uk/all-events/200-years-of-britains-railways-in-14-journeys-by-sherin-aminossehe/
LOCATION:Central Community Centre\, SN1 5BG\, Central Community Centre\, Emlyn Square\, Swindon\, SN1 5BG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Heritage,HODs,Railway200,Talks
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ORGANIZER;CN="Swindon Heritage Preservation":MAILTO:info@mechanics-trust.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250913T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250913T160000
DTSTAMP:20250714T132442Z
CREATED:20250714T132442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250714T132442Z
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SUMMARY:Heritage Open Days 2025!
DESCRIPTION:Join us to celebrate Heritage Open Days 2025 on Saturday 13th September in Swindon’s historic Railway Village! \nWith a range of FREE activities you’re set to discover and learn about the Village’s past\, present and future. All told through our heritage buildings and dedicated volunteers. Witness the sights of local community life and how it’s changed as time has gone on. \n \nThe Cricketers’\nView the progress of restoration work at The Cricketers’ Arms\, a Grade II listed building being brought back into community use. Built in 1846\, The Cricketers’ originally operated as a pub and flats from 1859 until its closure in 2015. Join us between 10 AM and 4 PM for display showcasing information about the history of the building and the restoration project currently in progress. \nLocation: The Cricketers’\, 14 Emlyn Square\, Swindon\, SN1 5BN | You can view the location on Google Maps here. \n \nThe Bakers’\nOpen between 10 AM and 4 PM\, The Bakers’ Café will be serving cake and refreshments in return for a small donation. Formerly a Bakery\, then converted to the Bakers Arms Pub\, the building was restored by Swindon Heritage Preservation and now operates as a cosy community space. We will also be opening our Archive Room within The Bakers’ where you will be able to view some highlights of our unique archive collection. \nLocation: The Bakers’\, 16 Emlyn Square\, Swindon\, SN1 5BN | You can view the location on Google Maps here. \n \nThe Railway Village Museum\nJoin us at The Railway Village Museum to step back in time at the cottage to discover Victorian traditions. Witness the sights\, sounds and smells of local community life\, and learn how a Great Western Railway worker would have lived with their family living in Swindon c1901. The Museum will be open between 10 AM and 4 PM\, with knowledgeable volunteers who will guide you through each room of the Railway Cottage. \nPlease Note: Wheelchair ramps are available\, with the ground floor of the Museum being accessible for wheelchairs. However due to tight corridors and narrow doorways some wheelchairs may not be able to enter the corridor. This is also why we ask that pushchairs are not brought inside. The stairs are steep so please take extra care. If you have any questions or concerns please contact us before the event via email: info@mechanics-trust.org.uk \nLocation: The Railway Village Museum\, 34 Faringdon Rd\, Swindon SN1 5BJ | You can view the location on Google Maps here. \n \nRailway Village Guided Heritage Walk\nExplore Swindon’s Railway Village with our guided walks starting at 11 AM\, 1 PM and 3 PM\, starting from The Bakers’. Explore the architectural and social history of GWR Park\, the Carriage Works\, the Water Tower\, the Health Hydro and more! Please pre-book\, using the form below\, to secure your spot on the tour. \nThe route is mostly flat and you will be guided by one of our dedicated volunteers. \nStarting Location: The Bakers’\, 16 Emlyn Square\, Swindon\, SN1 5BN | You can view the location on Google Maps here \n \nCentral Community Centre\nThroughout the day between 10 Am and 4 PM the Central Community Centre will be open for a range of children’s activities and a tombola. Plus it will be a chance to view our collection of local artist’s paintings around the hall showing the Village’s past!  The Central Community Centre was originally built in 1862 as an Armoury to serve the XI Wiltshire Volunteer Rifle Corps\, before being converted into the GWR Medical Fund Hospital in 1871. \nStarting Location: Central Community Centre\, Emlyn Square\, Swindon\, SN1 5BG | You can view the location on Google Maps here \n  \n\n\nUseful Information\nTransport and Parking\nThe Railway Village is easily accessible by train and bus\, with the Central Bus Station just a short walk away. There are several car parks available around the Railway Village\, but we recommend Bristol Street Car Park for its proximity to the Village. \nOn-site Facilities\n\nRefreshments will be available for a donation from The Bakers’.\nFully accessible toilets are available at The Bakers’\, Central Community Centre & The Cricketers’.  There are no toilets available at the Museum.\nAccessible access varies across our buildings. The Cricketers’ & The Railway Village Museum have partial wheelchair access to the ground floor only. The Bakers’ & Central Community Centre both have full wheelchair access. If you have any questions or concerns regarding accessibility please contact us before the event via email: info@mechanics-trust.org.uk\nDisabled parking is available on-site\, at the Central Community Centre (SN1 5BG).\nDue to tight corridors and narrow doorways at both The Cricketers’ & The Railway Village Museum\, we ask that pushchairs are not brought inside these buildings.\n\nPrice\nAll tours and entry are completely FREE\, with refreshments available for a donation at The Bakers’. If you would like to support Swindon Heritage Preservation in conserving the precious stories and places that tell Swindon’s story\, you can find ways to support us here.
URL:https://swindonheritage.org.uk/all-events/heritage-open-days-2025/
LOCATION:Railway Village Museum\, Emlyn Square\, Swindon\, SN1 5BG
CATEGORIES:Community,Heritage,Museum,Walking Tours
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ORGANIZER;CN="Swindon Heritage Preservation":MAILTO:info@mechanics-trust.org.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250910T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250910T153000
DTSTAMP:20250827T121203Z
CREATED:20250827T121203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T121203Z
UID:5915-1757516400-1757518200@swindonheritage.org.uk
SUMMARY:Railway Village Museum Tour (10th September)
DESCRIPTION:Join us at The Railway Village Museum to step back in time at the cottage to discover Victorian traditions. Witness the sights\, sounds and smells of local community life\, and learn how a Great Western Railway worker would have lived with their family living in Swindon c1901. \nWhat are the details?\nThis approximately 30 minute tour will be hosted from 3pm by a knowledgeable volunteer who will guide you through each room of the Railway Cottage. \nVisiting the Railway Village Museum is free of charge. However\, as we rely heavily on donations and the generous support of our volunteers to remain open\, any contribution is greatly appreciated. \nWe are running a series of Tours throughout the season so if you can’t make this one\, view our other events here. \nImportant Information\n\nBooking is essential\, the Museum tour will only go ahead if there are bookings.\nNo food or drink is allowed inside the Museum.\nThere are no toilet facilities at the Museum\, but there are toilets available at the nearby supporting site: The Bakers’.\n\nAccessibility\nWheelchair ramps are available for the Museum\, with the ground floor accessible for wheelchairs. However due to tight corridors and narrow doorways some wheelchairs may not be able to enter the corridor. This is also why we ask that pushchairs are not brought inside. The stairs are steep so please take extra care when going upstairs. If you have any questions or concerns please contact us before the event via email: info@mechanics-trust.org.uk \nTransport and Parking\nThe Railway Village Museum is at 34 Faringdon Road (SN1 5BJ) in Swindon’s Railway Village. You can view the location on Google Maps here. \nIt is easily accessible by train and bus\, with the Central Bus Station just a short walk away. There are several car parks available around the Railway Village\, but we recommend Bristol Street Car Park for it’s proximity to the Museum.
URL:https://swindonheritage.org.uk/all-events/railway-village-museum-tour-10th-september/
LOCATION:Railway Village Museum\, 34 Faringdon Road\, Swindon\, Wiltshire\, SN1 5BJ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Museum
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ORGANIZER;CN="Swindon Heritage Preservation":MAILTO:info@mechanics-trust.org.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250903T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250903T153000
DTSTAMP:20250827T120603Z
CREATED:20250827T120603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T120603Z
UID:5911-1756911600-1756913400@swindonheritage.org.uk
SUMMARY:Railway Village Museum Tour (3rd September)
DESCRIPTION:Join us at The Railway Village Museum to step back in time at the cottage to discover Victorian traditions. Witness the sights\, sounds and smells of local community life\, and learn how a Great Western Railway worker would have lived with their family living in Swindon c1901. \nWhat are the details?\nThis approximately 30 minute tour will be hosted from 3pm by a knowledgeable volunteer who will guide you through each room of the Railway Cottage. \nVisiting the Railway Village Museum is free of charge. However\, as we rely heavily on donations and the generous support of our volunteers to remain open\, any contribution is greatly appreciated. \nWe are running a series of Tours throughout the season so if you can’t make this one\, view our other events here. \nImportant Information\n\nBooking is essential\, the Museum tour will only go ahead if there are bookings.\nNo food or drink is allowed inside the Museum.\nThere are no toilet facilities at the Museum\, but there are toilets available at the nearby supporting site: The Bakers’.\n\nAccessibility\nWheelchair ramps are available for the Museum\, with the ground floor accessible for wheelchairs. However due to tight corridors and narrow doorways some wheelchairs may not be able to enter the corridor. This is also why we ask that pushchairs are not brought inside. The stairs are steep so please take extra care when going upstairs. If you have any questions or concerns please contact us before the event via email: info@mechanics-trust.org.uk \nTransport and Parking\nThe Railway Village Museum is at 34 Faringdon Road (SN1 5BJ) in Swindon’s Railway Village. You can view the location on Google Maps here. \nIt is easily accessible by train and bus\, with the Central Bus Station just a short walk away. There are several car parks available around the Railway Village\, but we recommend Bristol Street Car Park for it’s proximity to the Museum.
URL:https://swindonheritage.org.uk/all-events/railway-village-museum-tour-3rd-september/
LOCATION:Railway Village Museum\, 34 Faringdon Road\, Swindon\, Wiltshire\, SN1 5BJ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Museum
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ORGANIZER;CN="Swindon Heritage Preservation":MAILTO:info@mechanics-trust.org.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250827T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250827T160000
DTSTAMP:20250707T082422Z
CREATED:20250707T082422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250707T082422Z
UID:5605-1756306800-1756310400@swindonheritage.org.uk
SUMMARY:Railway Village Museum Tour + Guided Heritage Walk (27th August)
DESCRIPTION:Join us at The Railway Village Museum to step back in time at the cottage to discover Victorian traditions. Witness the sights\, sounds and smells of local community life\, and learn how a Great Western Railway worker would have lived with their family living in Swindon c1901. \nWhat are the details?\nThis approximately 30 minute tour will be hosted from 3pm by a knowledgeable volunteer who will guide you through each room of the Railway Cottage. \nVisiting the Railway Village Museum is free of charge. However\, as we rely heavily on donations and the generous support of our volunteers to remain open\, any contribution is greatly appreciated. \nWe are running a series of Tours throughout the season so if you can’t make this one\, view our other events here. \nRailway Village Guided Heritage Walk\nIf you’d like to extend your visit\, you can choose to follow your museum tour with a guided heritage walk of the Railway Village. Explore the architectural and social history of GWR Park\, the Carriage Works\, the Water Tower\, the Health Hydro and more! \nThe route is mostly flat and you will be guided by one of our dedicated volunteers. \nImportant Information\n\nBooking is essential. Both the Museum tour and Guided Heritage Walk will only go ahead if there are bookings.\nThe Railway Village Guided Heritage Walk may occasionally be cancelled due to weather conditions or staff/volunteer availability.\nNo food or drink is allowed inside the Museum.\nThere are no toilet facilities at the Museum\, but there are toilets available at the nearby supporting site: The Bakers’.\n\nAccessibility\nWheelchair ramps are available for the Museum\, with the ground floor accessible for wheelchairs. However due to tight corridors and narrow doorways some wheelchairs may not be able to enter the corridor. This is also why we ask that pushchairs are not brought inside. The stairs are steep so please take extra care when going upstairs. If you have any questions or concerns please contact us before the event via email: info@mechanics-trust.org.uk \nTransport and Parking\nThe Railway Village Museum is at 34 Faringdon Road (SN1 5BJ) in Swindon’s Railway Village. You can view the location on Google Maps here. \nIt is easily accessible by train and bus\, with the Central Bus Station just a short walk away. There are several car parks available around the Railway Village\, but we recommend Bristol Street Car Park for it’s proximity to the Museum.
URL:https://swindonheritage.org.uk/all-events/railway-village-museum-tour-guided-heritage-walk-27th-august/
LOCATION:Railway Village Museum\, 34 Faringdon Road\, Swindon\, Wiltshire\, SN1 5BJ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Museum,Walking Tours
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ORGANIZER;CN="Swindon Heritage Preservation":MAILTO:info@mechanics-trust.org.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250820T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250820T160000
DTSTAMP:20250707T082158Z
CREATED:20250707T082158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250707T082158Z
UID:5600-1755702000-1755705600@swindonheritage.org.uk
SUMMARY:Railway Village Museum Tour + Guided Heritage Walk (20th August)
DESCRIPTION:Join us at The Railway Village Museum to step back in time at the cottage to discover Victorian traditions. Witness the sights\, sounds and smells of local community life\, and learn how a Great Western Railway worker would have lived with their family living in Swindon c1901. \nWhat are the details?\nThis approximately 30 minute tour will be hosted from 3pm by a knowledgeable volunteer who will guide you through each room of the Railway Cottage. \nVisiting the Railway Village Museum is free of charge. However\, as we rely heavily on donations and the generous support of our volunteers to remain open\, any contribution is greatly appreciated. \nWe are running a series of Tours throughout the season so if you can’t make this one\, view our other events here. \nRailway Village Guided Heritage Walk\nIf you’d like to extend your visit\, you can choose to follow your museum tour with a guided heritage walk of the Railway Village. Explore the architectural and social history of GWR Park\, the Carriage Works\, the Water Tower\, the Health Hydro and more! \nThe route is mostly flat and you will be guided by one of our dedicated volunteers. \nImportant Information\n\nBooking is essential. Both the Museum tour and Guided Heritage Walk will only go ahead if there are bookings.\nThe Railway Village Guided Heritage Walk may occasionally be cancelled due to weather conditions or staff/volunteer availability.\nNo food or drink is allowed inside the Museum.\nThere are no toilet facilities at the Museum\, but there are toilets available at the nearby supporting site: The Bakers’.\n\nAccessibility\nWheelchair ramps are available for the Museum\, with the ground floor accessible for wheelchairs. However due to tight corridors and narrow doorways some wheelchairs may not be able to enter the corridor. This is also why we ask that pushchairs are not brought inside. The stairs are steep so please take extra care when going upstairs. If you have any questions or concerns please contact us before the event via email: info@mechanics-trust.org.uk \nTransport and Parking\nThe Railway Village Museum is at 34 Faringdon Road (SN1 5BJ) in Swindon’s Railway Village. You can view the location on Google Maps here. \nIt is easily accessible by train and bus\, with the Central Bus Station just a short walk away. There are several car parks available around the Railway Village\, but we recommend Bristol Street Car Park for it’s proximity to the Museum.
URL:https://swindonheritage.org.uk/all-events/railway-village-museum-tour-guided-heritage-walk-20th-august/
LOCATION:Railway Village Museum\, 34 Faringdon Road\, Swindon\, Wiltshire\, SN1 5BJ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Museum,Walking Tours
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ORGANIZER;CN="Swindon Heritage Preservation":MAILTO:info@mechanics-trust.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250813T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250813T160000
DTSTAMP:20250707T081930Z
CREATED:20250707T081930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250707T081930Z
UID:5595-1755097200-1755100800@swindonheritage.org.uk
SUMMARY:Railway Village Museum Tour + Guided Heritage Walk (13th August)
DESCRIPTION:Join us at The Railway Village Museum to step back in time at the cottage to discover Victorian traditions. Witness the sights\, sounds and smells of local community life\, and learn how a Great Western Railway worker would have lived with their family living in Swindon c1901. \nWhat are the details?\nThis approximately 30 minute tour will be hosted from 3pm by a knowledgeable volunteer who will guide you through each room of the Railway Cottage. \nVisiting the Railway Village Museum is free of charge. However\, as we rely heavily on donations and the generous support of our volunteers to remain open\, any contribution is greatly appreciated. \nWe are running a series of Tours throughout the season so if you can’t make this one\, view our other events here. \nRailway Village Guided Heritage Walk\nIf you’d like to extend your visit\, you can choose to follow your museum tour with a guided heritage walk of the Railway Village. Explore the architectural and social history of GWR Park\, the Carriage Works\, the Water Tower\, the Health Hydro and more! \nThe route is mostly flat and you will be guided by one of our dedicated volunteers. \nImportant Information\n\nBooking is essential. Both the Museum tour and Guided Heritage Walk will only go ahead if there are bookings.\nThe Railway Village Guided Heritage Walk may occasionally be cancelled due to weather conditions or staff/volunteer availability.\nNo food or drink is allowed inside the Museum.\nThere are no toilet facilities at the Museum\, but there are toilets available at the nearby supporting site: The Bakers’.\n\nAccessibility\nWheelchair ramps are available for the Museum\, with the ground floor accessible for wheelchairs. However due to tight corridors and narrow doorways some wheelchairs may not be able to enter the corridor. This is also why we ask that pushchairs are not brought inside. The stairs are steep so please take extra care when going upstairs. If you have any questions or concerns please contact us before the event via email: info@mechanics-trust.org.uk \nTransport and Parking\nThe Railway Village Museum is at 34 Faringdon Road (SN1 5BJ) in Swindon’s Railway Village. You can view the location on Google Maps here. \nIt is easily accessible by train and bus\, with the Central Bus Station just a short walk away. There are several car parks available around the Railway Village\, but we recommend Bristol Street Car Park for it’s proximity to the Museum.
URL:https://swindonheritage.org.uk/all-events/railway-village-museum-tour-guided-heritage-walk-13th-august/
LOCATION:Railway Village Museum\, 34 Faringdon Road\, Swindon\, Wiltshire\, SN1 5BJ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Museum,Walking Tours
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ORGANIZER;CN="Swindon Heritage Preservation":MAILTO:info@mechanics-trust.org.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250806T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250806T160000
DTSTAMP:20250707T081706Z
CREATED:20250707T081706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250707T081706Z
UID:5590-1754492400-1754496000@swindonheritage.org.uk
SUMMARY:Railway Village Museum Tour + Guided Heritage Walk (6th August)
DESCRIPTION:Join us at The Railway Village Museum to step back in time at the cottage to discover Victorian traditions. Witness the sights\, sounds and smells of local community life\, and learn how a Great Western Railway worker would have lived with their family living in Swindon c1901. \nWhat are the details?\nThis approximately 30 minute tour will be hosted from 3pm by a knowledgeable volunteer who will guide you through each room of the Railway Cottage. \nVisiting the Railway Village Museum is free of charge. However\, as we rely heavily on donations and the generous support of our volunteers to remain open\, any contribution is greatly appreciated. \nWe are running a series of Tours throughout the season so if you can’t make this one\, view our other events here. \nRailway Village Guided Heritage Walk\nIf you’d like to extend your visit\, you can choose to follow your museum tour with a guided heritage walk of the Railway Village. Explore the architectural and social history of GWR Park\, the Carriage Works\, the Water Tower\, the Health Hydro and more! \nThe route is mostly flat and you will be guided by one of our dedicated volunteers. \nImportant Information\n\nBooking is essential. Both the Museum tour and Guided Heritage Walk will only go ahead if there are bookings.\nThe Railway Village Guided Heritage Walk may occasionally be cancelled due to weather conditions or staff/volunteer availability.\nNo food or drink is allowed inside the Museum.\nThere are no toilet facilities at the Museum\, but there are toilets available at the nearby supporting site: The Bakers’.\n\nAccessibility\nWheelchair ramps are available for the Museum\, with the ground floor accessible for wheelchairs. However due to tight corridors and narrow doorways some wheelchairs may not be able to enter the corridor. This is also why we ask that pushchairs are not brought inside. The stairs are steep so please take extra care when going upstairs. If you have any questions or concerns please contact us before the event via email: info@mechanics-trust.org.uk \nTransport and Parking\nThe Railway Village Museum is at 34 Faringdon Road (SN1 5BJ) in Swindon’s Railway Village. You can view the location on Google Maps here. \nIt is easily accessible by train and bus\, with the Central Bus Station just a short walk away. There are several car parks available around the Railway Village\, but we recommend Bristol Street Car Park for it’s proximity to the Museum.
URL:https://swindonheritage.org.uk/all-events/railway-village-museum-tour-guided-heritage-walk-6th-august/
LOCATION:Railway Village Museum\, 34 Faringdon Road\, Swindon\, Wiltshire\, SN1 5BJ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Museum,Walking Tours
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ORGANIZER;CN="Swindon Heritage Preservation":MAILTO:info@mechanics-trust.org.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250730T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250730T160000
DTSTAMP:20250707T081423Z
CREATED:20250707T081423Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250707T081423Z
UID:5585-1753887600-1753891200@swindonheritage.org.uk
SUMMARY:Railway Village Museum Tour + Guided Heritage Walk (30th July)
DESCRIPTION:Join us at The Railway Village Museum to step back in time at the cottage to discover Victorian traditions. Witness the sights\, sounds and smells of local community life\, and learn how a Great Western Railway worker would have lived with their family living in Swindon c1901. \nWhat are the details?\nThis approximately 30 minute tour will be hosted from 3pm by a knowledgeable volunteer who will guide you through each room of the Railway Cottage. \nVisiting the Railway Village Museum is free of charge. However\, as we rely heavily on donations and the generous support of our volunteers to remain open\, any contribution is greatly appreciated. \nWe are running a series of Tours throughout the season so if you can’t make this one\, view our other events here. \nRailway Village Guided Heritage Walk\nIf you’d like to extend your visit\, you can choose to follow your museum tour with a guided heritage walk of the Railway Village. Explore the architectural and social history of GWR Park\, the Carriage Works\, the Water Tower\, the Health Hydro and more! \nThe route is mostly flat and you will be guided by one of our dedicated volunteers. \nImportant Information\n\nBooking is essential. Both the Museum tour and Guided Heritage Walk will only go ahead if there are bookings.\nThe Railway Village Guided Heritage Walk may occasionally be cancelled due to weather conditions or staff/volunteer availability.\nNo food or drink is allowed inside the Museum.\nThere are no toilet facilities at the Museum\, but there are toilets available at the nearby supporting site: The Bakers’.\n\nAccessibility\nWheelchair ramps are available for the Museum\, with the ground floor accessible for wheelchairs. However due to tight corridors and narrow doorways some wheelchairs may not be able to enter the corridor. This is also why we ask that pushchairs are not brought inside. The stairs are steep so please take extra care when going upstairs. If you have any questions or concerns please contact us before the event via email: info@mechanics-trust.org.uk \nTransport and Parking\nThe Railway Village Museum is at 34 Faringdon Road (SN1 5BJ) in Swindon’s Railway Village. You can view the location on Google Maps here. \nIt is easily accessible by train and bus\, with the Central Bus Station just a short walk away. There are several car parks available around the Railway Village\, but we recommend Bristol Street Car Park for it’s proximity to the Museum.
URL:https://swindonheritage.org.uk/all-events/railway-village-museum-tour-guided-heritage-walk-30th-july/
LOCATION:Railway Village Museum\, 34 Faringdon Road\, Swindon\, Wiltshire\, SN1 5BJ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Museum,Walking Tours
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ORGANIZER;CN="Swindon Heritage Preservation":MAILTO:info@mechanics-trust.org.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250726T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250726T130000
DTSTAMP:20250702T094436Z
CREATED:20250702T094338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250702T094436Z
UID:5544-1753527600-1753534800@swindonheritage.org.uk
SUMMARY:Meet Mrs Smith - Signal Festival
DESCRIPTION:Meet Mrs Smith as she offers a tour of her Victorian Cottage at the Railway Village Museum. \nActor and history addict Louise Jordan guides you through her cottage in this exclusive tour. Discover life in Swindon for a 1901 family\, from a housewife who shares her busy routine while her husband is at work and the children are at school. \nVisitors are invited to converse with Mrs Smith throughout the performance\, and may even get called upon to help with some of the washing! \nPerformances are on Saturday 26th July\, at 11 AM and 12 PM. \nTickets £2 | Ages 11-25 \nPlease buy your tickets on the Signal Festival website with the link below: \nhttps://www.tickettailor.com/events/signalfestival/1737405
URL:https://swindonheritage.org.uk/all-events/meet-mrs-smith-signal-festival/
LOCATION:Railway Village Museum\, 34 Faringdon Road\, Swindon\, Wiltshire\, SN1 5BJ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Community,Heritage,Museum
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ORGANIZER;CN="Prime Theatre":MAILTO:info@primetheatre.co.uk
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250725
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250803
DTSTAMP:20250702T095626Z
CREATED:20250702T095626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250702T095626Z
UID:5548-1753401600-1754179199@swindonheritage.org.uk
SUMMARY:Signal Festival 2025
DESCRIPTION:Signal Festival 2025 is an external event that runs 25th July to 2nd August aimed at Swindon’s young people 11 to 25. \nCreate\nSignal aims to build creativity in Swindon and give young people the necessary skills and resources. We want young artists and enthusiasts to feel like they can succeed artistically in their hometown and flourish creatively. Our programme is delivered by a wide range of professional artists\, giving you a chance to try new art forms\, discover your talents and develop your existing skills. Beginners and experienced all welcome! \nInspire\nWe firmly believe that any young person interested in art is just as capable of artistic achievement as anybody else. The exhibitions and showcases included in our program are made with the aim to inspire budding artists and individuals who want to pursue art as a future career. Careers events are purposely included to guide young people in the right direction towards their job goals in the arts industries. Our team of young producers hope that the creation of the festival will give others hope that they can do anything they put their mind to. \nCelebrate\nWe want to be able to highlight and showcase all talent that Swindon has to offer\, both professional and amateur; everyone deserves a platform in which they can show the public what they can do! \nFind out more and see what’s on with the link below: \nhttps://www.signalfestival.co.uk/ \n 
URL:https://swindonheritage.org.uk/all-events/signal-festival-2025/
LOCATION:Wiltshire
CATEGORIES:Community
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250723T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250723T160000
DTSTAMP:20250707T081154Z
CREATED:20250707T081154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250707T081154Z
UID:5580-1753282800-1753286400@swindonheritage.org.uk
SUMMARY:Railway Village Museum Tour + Guided Heritage Walk (23rd July)
DESCRIPTION:Join us at The Railway Village Museum to step back in time at the cottage to discover Victorian traditions. Witness the sights\, sounds and smells of local community life\, and learn how a Great Western Railway worker would have lived with their family living in Swindon c1901. \nWhat are the details?\nThis approximately 30 minute tour will be hosted from 3pm by a knowledgeable volunteer who will guide you through each room of the Railway Cottage. \nVisiting the Railway Village Museum is free of charge. However\, as we rely heavily on donations and the generous support of our volunteers to remain open\, any contribution is greatly appreciated. \nWe are running a series of Tours throughout the season so if you can’t make this one\, view our other events here. \nRailway Village Guided Heritage Walk\nIf you’d like to extend your visit\, you can choose to follow your museum tour with a guided heritage walk of the Railway Village. Explore the architectural and social history of GWR Park\, the Carriage Works\, the Water Tower\, the Health Hydro and more! \nThe route is mostly flat and you will be guided by one of our dedicated volunteers. \nImportant Information\n\nBooking is essential. Both the Museum tour and Guided Heritage Walk will only go ahead if there are bookings.\nThe Railway Village Guided Heritage Walk may occasionally be cancelled due to weather conditions or staff/volunteer availability.\nNo food or drink is allowed inside the Museum.\nThere are no toilet facilities at the Museum\, but there are toilets available at the nearby supporting site: The Bakers’.\n\nAccessibility\nWheelchair ramps are available for the Museum\, with the ground floor accessible for wheelchairs. However due to tight corridors and narrow doorways some wheelchairs may not be able to enter the corridor. This is also why we ask that pushchairs are not brought inside. The stairs are steep so please take extra care when going upstairs. If you have any questions or concerns please contact us before the event via email: info@mechanics-trust.org.uk \nTransport and Parking\nThe Railway Village Museum is at 34 Faringdon Road (SN1 5BJ) in Swindon’s Railway Village. You can view the location on Google Maps here. \nIt is easily accessible by train and bus\, with the Central Bus Station just a short walk away. There are several car parks available around the Railway Village\, but we recommend Bristol Street Car Park for it’s proximity to the Museum.
URL:https://swindonheritage.org.uk/all-events/railway-village-museum-tour-guided-heritage-walk-23rd-july/
LOCATION:Railway Village Museum\, 34 Faringdon Road\, Swindon\, Wiltshire\, SN1 5BJ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Museum,Walking Tours
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ORGANIZER;CN="Swindon Heritage Preservation":MAILTO:info@mechanics-trust.org.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250716T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250716T160000
DTSTAMP:20250707T080928Z
CREATED:20250707T080928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250707T080928Z
UID:5575-1752678000-1752681600@swindonheritage.org.uk
SUMMARY:Railway Village Museum Tour + Guided Heritage Walk (16th July)
DESCRIPTION:Join us at The Railway Village Museum to step back in time at the cottage to discover Victorian traditions. Witness the sights\, sounds and smells of local community life\, and learn how a Great Western Railway worker would have lived with their family living in Swindon c1901. \nWhat are the details?\nThis approximately 30 minute tour will be hosted from 3pm by a knowledgeable volunteer who will guide you through each room of the Railway Cottage. \nVisiting the Railway Village Museum is free of charge. However\, as we rely heavily on donations and the generous support of our volunteers to remain open\, any contribution is greatly appreciated. \nWe are running a series of Tours throughout the season so if you can’t make this one\, view our other events here. \nRailway Village Guided Heritage Walk\nIf you’d like to extend your visit\, you can choose to follow your museum tour with a guided heritage walk of the Railway Village. Explore the architectural and social history of GWR Park\, the Carriage Works\, the Water Tower\, the Health Hydro and more! \nThe route is mostly flat and you will be guided by one of our dedicated volunteers. \nImportant Information\n\nBooking is essential. Both the Museum tour and Guided Heritage Walk will only go ahead if there are bookings.\nThe Railway Village Guided Heritage Walk may occasionally be cancelled due to weather conditions or staff/volunteer availability.\nNo food or drink is allowed inside the Museum.\nThere are no toilet facilities at the Museum\, but there are toilets available at the nearby supporting site: The Bakers’.\n\nAccessibility\nWheelchair ramps are available for the Museum\, with the ground floor accessible for wheelchairs. However due to tight corridors and narrow doorways some wheelchairs may not be able to enter the corridor. This is also why we ask that pushchairs are not brought inside. The stairs are steep so please take extra care when going upstairs. If you have any questions or concerns please contact us before the event via email: info@mechanics-trust.org.uk \nTransport and Parking\nThe Railway Village Museum is at 34 Faringdon Road (SN1 5BJ) in Swindon’s Railway Village. You can view the location on Google Maps here. \nIt is easily accessible by train and bus\, with the Central Bus Station just a short walk away. There are several car parks available around the Railway Village\, but we recommend Bristol Street Car Park for it’s proximity to the Museum.
URL:https://swindonheritage.org.uk/all-events/railway-village-museum-tour-guided-heritage-walk-16th-july/
LOCATION:Railway Village Museum\, 34 Faringdon Road\, Swindon\, Wiltshire\, SN1 5BJ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Museum,Walking Tours
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ORGANIZER;CN="Swindon Heritage Preservation":MAILTO:info@mechanics-trust.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250712T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250712T220000
DTSTAMP:20250707T084814Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250707T084814Z
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SUMMARY:St Benedict's Beer Festival at St Mark's\, Swindon
DESCRIPTION:This external event is hosted at St Mark’s\, Swindon. \n🍻St Benedict’s Beer Festival – A Celebration of Craft  Beer & Cider! 🍏 \nJoin us for an unforgettable day at the very first St Benedict’s Beer Festival!  Enjoy a selection of 10 beers and 8 ciders on tap\, plus soft drinks for all tastes!  Whether you’re a craft beer lover or a cider enthusiast\, there’s something for everyone. \n🎶 Live Music will keep the atmosphere lively and fun throughout the day! \nTicket Price: £12.00\nYour ticket includes:\n– Festival Glass🍺\n– Festival Programme 📖\n– Your First Drink Free! 🎉 \nAfter that\, drinks are just £2 each (1/2 pint of beer\, cider\, or a soft drink)\, sold via tokens. \n🍺 Attention CAMRA Members! Show your membership card and enjoy an extra free half pint! \nCome for the drinks\, stay for the fun – grab your tickets now and don’t miss out on the best beer festival of the year! 🍻 \n📅 Saturday 12th July 2025 12 noon to 10pm\n📍 St Mark’s Church Hall & Grounds\, Church Place\, Swindon SN1 5EH \nFind out more and buy your tickets with the link below: \nhttps://ccccswindon.co.uk/events/63/details
URL:https://swindonheritage.org.uk/all-events/st-benedicts-beer-festival-at-st-marks-swindon/
LOCATION:Wiltshire
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250710T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250710T203000
DTSTAMP:20250521T113715Z
CREATED:20250519T074616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250521T113715Z
UID:5168-1752175800-1752179400@swindonheritage.org.uk
SUMMARY:'GWR Park: A focus for recreation and sport in Victorian and Edwardian times' by Mary Thornton
DESCRIPTION:GWR’s Railway Village\, “New Swindon”\, was barely half-built and the Works still modest in extent when land was earmarked for a “park” in 1844.  \nWhat does this tell us about the Company\, its workers and their families\, and prevailing Victorian values? And what were typical Victorian and Edwardian sporting and leisure activities anyway? \nMary Thornton has been a Swindon Heritage Preservation volunteer for many years and can’t help digging into the Railway Village’s past. \nCost\nSwindon Heritage Preservation (SHP) Full Members – FREE Entry \nGuests – £5.00 Entry \nMembership\nBecoming a SHP Full Member gives you full FREE access to our series of talks for Railway 200\, along with many other benefits. Full Membership only costs £12 per year! You can learn more about Membership here (https://mechanics-trust.org.uk/membership/). \nGetting to Emlyn Square\nCentral Community Centre is in Emlyn Square (SN1 5BP) at the heart of Swindon’s Railway Village. You can view the location on Google Maps here. \nIt is easily accessible by train and bus\, with the Central Bus Station just a short walk away. There are several car parks available around the Railway Village. We recommend Bristol Street Car Park for it’s proximity to Emlyn Square.
URL:https://swindonheritage.org.uk/all-events/gwr-park-a-focus-for-recreation-and-sport-in-victorian-and-edwardian-times-by-mary-thornton/
LOCATION:Central Community Centre\, SN1 5BG\, Central Community Centre\, Emlyn Square\, Swindon\, SN1 5BG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Community,Railway200,Talks
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ORGANIZER;CN="Swindon Heritage Preservation":MAILTO:info@mechanics-trust.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250709T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250709T160000
DTSTAMP:20250707T080653Z
CREATED:20250707T080349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250707T080653Z
UID:5569-1752073200-1752076800@swindonheritage.org.uk
SUMMARY:Railway Village Museum Tour + Guided Heritage Walk (9th July)
DESCRIPTION:Join us at The Railway Village Museum to step back in time at the cottage to discover Victorian traditions. Witness the sights\, sounds and smells of local community life\, and learn how a Great Western Railway worker would have lived with their family living in Swindon c1901. \nWhat are the details?\nThis approximately 30 minute tour will be hosted from 3pm by a knowledgeable volunteer who will guide you through each room of the Railway Cottage. \nVisiting the Railway Village Museum is free of charge. However\, as we rely heavily on donations and the generous support of our volunteers to remain open\, any contribution is greatly appreciated. \nWe are running a series of Tours throughout the season so if you can’t make this one\, view our other events here. \nRailway Village Guided Heritage Walk\nIf you’d like to extend your visit\, you can choose to follow your museum tour with a guided heritage walk of the Railway Village. Explore the architectural and social history of GWR Park\, the Carriage Works\, the Water Tower\, the Health Hydro and more! \nThe route is mostly flat and you will be guided by one of our dedicated volunteers. \nImportant Information\n\nBooking is essential. Both the Museum tour and Guided Heritage Walk will only go ahead if there are bookings.\nThe Railway Village Guided Heritage Walk may occasionally be cancelled due to weather conditions or staff/volunteer availability.\nNo food or drink is allowed inside the Museum.\nThere are no toilet facilities at the Museum\, but there are toilets available at the nearby supporting site: The Bakers’.\n\nAccessibility\nWheelchair ramps are available for the Museum\, with the ground floor accessible for wheelchairs. However due to tight corridors and narrow doorways some wheelchairs may not be able to enter the corridor. This is also why we ask that pushchairs are not brought inside. The stairs are steep so please take extra care when going upstairs. If you have any questions or concerns please contact us before the event via email: info@mechanics-trust.org.uk \nTransport and Parking\nThe Railway Village Museum is at 34 Faringdon Road (SN1 5BJ) in Swindon’s Railway Village. You can view the location on Google Maps here. \nIt is easily accessible by train and bus\, with the Central Bus Station just a short walk away. There are several car parks available around the Railway Village\, but we recommend Bristol Street Car Park for it’s proximity to the Museum.
URL:https://swindonheritage.org.uk/all-events/railway-village-museum-tour-guided-heritage-walk-9th-july/
LOCATION:Railway Village Museum\, 34 Faringdon Road\, Swindon\, Wiltshire\, SN1 5BJ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Museum,Walking Tours
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ORGANIZER;CN="Swindon Heritage Preservation":MAILTO:info@mechanics-trust.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250702T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250702T160000
DTSTAMP:20250414T135158Z
CREATED:20250414T135158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T135158Z
UID:4930-1751468400-1751472000@swindonheritage.org.uk
SUMMARY:Railway Village Museum Tour - 2nd July
DESCRIPTION:Join us at The Railway Village Museum to step back in time at the cottage to discover Victorian traditions. Witness the sights\, sounds and smells of local community life\, and learn how a Great Western Railway worker would have lived with their family living in Swindon c1901. \nWhat are the details?\nThis approximately 30 minute tour will be hosted from 3pm by a knowledgeable volunteer who will guide you through each room of the Railway Cottage. \nVisiting the Railway Village Museum is free of charge. However\, as we rely heavily on donations and the generous support of our volunteers to remain open\, any contribution is greatly appreciated. \nWe are running a series of Tours throughout the season so if you can’t make this one\, view our other events here. \nWho can book?\nBooking is strongly advised to secure your spot as space is very limited in the museum. \nThis family-friendly event welcomes everyone but all children must be accompanied by at least 1 responsible adult at all times. \nPlease Note\nThere is no food or drink allowed. \nThere are no toilet facilities at the Museum\, but toilets will be available at the nearby supporting site: The Bakers’ \nAccessibility\nWheelchair ramps are available and the ground floor of the Museum is fully accessible for wheelchairs. Space in the cottage is limited and the stairs are steep so please take care. This is also why we ask that pushchairs are not brought inside the cottage. \nTransport and Parking\nThe Railway Village Museum is at 34 Faringdon Road (SN1 5BJ) in Swindon’s Railway Village. You can view the location on Google Maps here. \nIt is easily accessible by train and bus\, with the Central Bus Station just a short walk away. There are several car parks available around the Railway Village\, but we recommend Bristol Street Car Park for it’s proximity to the Museum.
URL:https://swindonheritage.org.uk/all-events/railway-village-museum-tour-2nd-july/
LOCATION:Railway Village Museum\, 34 Faringdon Road\, Swindon\, Wiltshire\, SN1 5BJ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Museum
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ORGANIZER;CN="Railway Village Museum":MAILTO:museum@mechanics-trust.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250628T133000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250628T144500
DTSTAMP:20250602T122002Z
CREATED:20250602T122002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250602T122002Z
UID:5367-1751117400-1751121900@swindonheritage.org.uk
SUMMARY:Writing Competition - Words on Art\, Swindon
DESCRIPTION:This external event is run by Poetry Swindon\, in association with Swindon Arts Fringe and Swindon Open Studios. \nWrite About Art! – Writing Competition \n£50 PRIZE VOUCHER \nOur theme is Words on Art\, Swindon. Write a poem\, short story or memoir inspired by art in Swindon. This could be a painting\, photograph\, sculpture\, street art or even a tattoo. \n\nA poem no more than 20 lines\,\nFlash fiction or memoir up to 150 words\,\nAge Groups: Under 15s & Over 15\,\n\nDeadline: 23/06/2025 \nContact sophie@poetryswindon.com for Terms and Conditions and more details. \n  \nThe Writing Competition Awards event will start at 2 PM Saturday 28th June 2025 at The Bakers’ (16 Emlyn Square\, Swindon\, SN1 5BN)\, lasting approximately 40 minutes. Refreshments will be available for purchase.
URL:https://swindonheritage.org.uk/all-events/writing-competition-words-on-art-swindon/
LOCATION:The Bakers’\, 16 Emlyn Square\, Swindon\, Wiltshire\, SN1 5BN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Community
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ORGANIZER;CN="Poetry Swindon":MAILTO:sophie@poetryswindon.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250625T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250625T160000
DTSTAMP:20250414T134907Z
CREATED:20250414T134907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T134907Z
UID:4925-1750863600-1750867200@swindonheritage.org.uk
SUMMARY:Railway Village Museum Tour - 25th June
DESCRIPTION:Join us at The Railway Village Museum to step back in time at the cottage to discover Victorian traditions. Witness the sights\, sounds and smells of local community life\, and learn how a Great Western Railway worker would have lived with their family living in Swindon c1901. \nWhat are the details?\nThis approximately 30 minute tour will be hosted from 3pm by a knowledgeable volunteer who will guide you through each room of the Railway Cottage. \nVisiting the Railway Village Museum is free of charge. However\, as we rely heavily on donations and the generous support of our volunteers to remain open\, any contribution is greatly appreciated. \nWe are running a series of Tours throughout the season so if you can’t make this one\, view our other events here. \nWho can book?\nBooking is strongly advised to secure your spot as space is very limited in the museum. \nThis family-friendly event welcomes everyone but all children must be accompanied by at least 1 responsible adult at all times. \nPlease Note\nThere is no food or drink allowed. \nThere are no toilet facilities at the Museum\, but toilets will be available at the nearby supporting site: The Bakers’ \nAccessibility\nWheelchair ramps are available and the ground floor of the Museum is fully accessible for wheelchairs. Space in the cottage is limited and the stairs are steep so please take care. This is also why we ask that pushchairs are not brought inside the cottage. \nTransport and Parking\nThe Railway Village Museum is at 34 Faringdon Road (SN1 5BJ) in Swindon’s Railway Village. You can view the location on Google Maps here. \nIt is easily accessible by train and bus\, with the Central Bus Station just a short walk away. There are several car parks available around the Railway Village\, but we recommend Bristol Street Car Park for it’s proximity to the Museum.
URL:https://swindonheritage.org.uk/all-events/railway-village-museum-tour-25th-june/
LOCATION:Railway Village Museum\, 34 Faringdon Road\, Swindon\, Wiltshire\, SN1 5BJ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Museum
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ORGANIZER;CN="Railway Village Museum":MAILTO:museum@mechanics-trust.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250618T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250618T160000
DTSTAMP:20250414T134612Z
CREATED:20250414T134612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T134612Z
UID:4920-1750258800-1750262400@swindonheritage.org.uk
SUMMARY:Railway Village Museum Tour - 18th June
DESCRIPTION:Join us at The Railway Village Museum to step back in time at the cottage to discover Victorian traditions. Witness the sights\, sounds and smells of local community life\, and learn how a Great Western Railway worker would have lived with their family living in Swindon c1901. \nWhat are the details?\nThis approximately 30 minute tour will be hosted from 3pm by a knowledgeable volunteer who will guide you through each room of the Railway Cottage. \nVisiting the Railway Village Museum is free of charge. However\, as we rely heavily on donations and the generous support of our volunteers to remain open\, any contribution is greatly appreciated. \nWe are running a series of Tours throughout the season so if you can’t make this one\, view our other events here. \nWho can book?\nBooking is strongly advised to secure your spot as space is very limited in the museum. \nThis family-friendly event welcomes everyone but all children must be accompanied by at least 1 responsible adult at all times. \nPlease Note\nThere is no food or drink allowed. \nThere are no toilet facilities at the Museum\, but toilets will be available at the nearby supporting site: The Bakers’ \nAccessibility\nWheelchair ramps are available and the ground floor of the Museum is fully accessible for wheelchairs. Space in the cottage is limited and the stairs are steep so please take care. This is also why we ask that pushchairs are not brought inside the cottage. \nTransport and Parking\nThe Railway Village Museum is at 34 Faringdon Road (SN1 5BJ) in Swindon’s Railway Village. You can view the location on Google Maps here. \nIt is easily accessible by train and bus\, with the Central Bus Station just a short walk away. There are several car parks available around the Railway Village\, but we recommend Bristol Street Car Park for it’s proximity to the Museum.
URL:https://swindonheritage.org.uk/all-events/railway-village-museum-tour-18th-june/
LOCATION:Railway Village Museum\, 34 Faringdon Road\, Swindon\, Wiltshire\, SN1 5BJ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Museum
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ORGANIZER;CN="Railway Village Museum":MAILTO:museum@mechanics-trust.org.uk
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250616
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250630
DTSTAMP:20250602T083308Z
CREATED:20250602T083308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250602T083308Z
UID:5336-1750032000-1751241599@swindonheritage.org.uk
SUMMARY:Swindon Arts Fringe 2025
DESCRIPTION:This external event is organised by Artsite People Places Partnership. \nSwindon Arts Fringe Festival\nSwindon Arts Fringe Festival (SWAF) returns to Swindon Town Centre for a second year and hopes to be even more successful as last year. The Fringe Festival focuses on inclusivity for curators and artists: giving opportunities for artists to find their place in Swindon’s vibrant creative scene and supporting them to freely exhibit\, some for the first time. SWAF24 saw over 95 artists involved in the festival and drew over 1\,000 visitors to the exhibitions. The Fringe is a truly collaborative event created by Theatre Square-based Artsite. As well as exhibitions there will be events and workshops to bring the arts to a wider audience. ‘As Time Goes by’ exhibition at Artsite will feature a performance by Rinky Dink. The bicycle powered sound system\, and a talk by artist Stephen Wright from The House of Dreams Museum will complement the ‘Outsider Art’ exhibition by SLART in Museum & Art Swindon. \nSWAF24’s collaboration with the Carriage Works was a huge success and the use of the building as an exhibition space prompted a lot of positive discussions and reactions. One visitor commented “Fantastic use of Armstrong’s Carriage works. A wide range of works from Swindon’s diverse and talented artistic pool. All showcased in an awesome venue. Well done to Artsite and everyone involved.” \nSWAF 2025\nThis year\, 14 curators have come up with a variety of creative themes and have invited artists to submit work. ‘Miniature Swindon’ curated by Leah Bevan-Haines asked artists to create tiny items that represent things\, places and people in Swindon. ‘Broken Britannia’ exhibition curator\, invited artists to express their unique perspectives – good or bad – on life in Britain 2025. \nVenues this year include the Wyvern Theatre\, Artsite in Theatre Square\, Swindon Central Library\, Mams Gallery\, Museum & Art Swindon\, Bert’s Books\, Swindon Hub and the Carriage Works. Entrance to all exhibitions and events is free. \nFind out more\nThe Festival runs from 16th to 29th June. With the Launch event is Mam’s Gallery\, Eastcott Hill\, on Friday 13th June at 7 o’clock. \nFor more information and a full list of SWAF25 exhibitions and events visit: www.swindonartsfringe.co.uk \nInstagram: @swindonartsfringe \nFacebook: @artsitepostmodern
URL:https://swindonheritage.org.uk/all-events/swindon-arts-fringe-2025/
LOCATION:Carriage Works\, Carriage Works\, London Road\, Swindon\, Wiltshire\, SN1 5FB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Community,Heritage
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