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SUMMARY:Walk the Works Heritage Trail
DESCRIPTION:The Works Heritage Trail guides you around Swindon’s beautifully preserved Railway Village\, through the Tunnel and around the former GWR Works – the original industrial heart of Swindon. \nIn the 1840s\, the Great Western Railway chose to site its locomotive repair works here\, in open countryside mid-way between Bristol and London. That decision changed Swindon forever. The first railway workers\, and the generations that followed them\, forged Swindon’s character and pioneered its evolution into a dynamic and prosperous industrial centre in the south-west of England. \nThe Heritage Trail tells Swindon’s story of pioneering ideas\, community initiatives and societal change through three themes:\nIndustry\, Community and Health \nThe Trail follows a circular route\, starting and ending at Swindon Station.\nIt is approximately two miles (3.2km) long. The route is mostly flat\, with one short slope at the Tunnel. \nJoin the Trail at any point – find your location on the trail map. Labelled circles indicate the corresponding information panel titles listed in this guide. \nLook out for bronze discs in the pavements that help direct you from point to point. \nThe design of the bronze pavement discs illustrate the Trail’s three themes: a rail track for industry; a needle and thread for community\, and the traditional serpent-and-staff symbol for medicine and health. The directional arrows meet at a mirrored pair of GWR motifs. \n\nJoin the trail and find our more here!
URL:https://swindonheritage.org.uk/all-events/walk-the-works-heritage-trail/
LOCATION:Railway Village Museum\, Emlyn Square\, Swindon\, SN1 5BG
CATEGORIES:Heritage,Walking Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250206T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250206T193000
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SUMMARY:The Great Wall of Swindon - by Jack Hayward
DESCRIPTION:Where is the Great Wall of Swindon and why was it built?\nHave you ever wondered why this wall exists? \n\n\nThe Great Wall of Swindon flows like a river of masonry from west to east. It begins as a trickle from Rodbourne Road with a low wall of pennant stone. It reaches its full height at Bristol Street and continues towards the train station. – Jack S. Hayward \nJack Hayward has compiled his research on Swindon’s “Great Wall” which runs directly through Swindon’s Railway Conservation Area.Join us for an evening of wonder\, as Jack talks us along the history of the wall\, and the changes to the buildings around it over time.\nFree Entry for Members\n£3 for non-members \nPhoto Credits: Jack S. Hayward
URL:https://swindonheritage.org.uk/all-events/the-great-wall-of-swindon-by-jack-hayward/
LOCATION:Central Community Centre\, SN1 5BG\, Central Community Centre\, Emlyn Square\, Swindon\, SN1 5BG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Heritage,MemberFREE,Railway200,Talks
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ORGANIZER;CN="Swindon Heritage Preservation":MAILTO:info@mechanics-trust.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250208T100000
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SUMMARY:Choosing History II
DESCRIPTION:This FREE drop-in event is hosted by Local Studies (Swindon Libraries) at Swindon Central Library. \nAre you aged 14-18 and interested in history and heritage? \nAre you looking into GCSE options\, A-Levels\, degrees\, placements\, jobs or volunteering with an interest in history? \nCome and learn what roles\, options and pathways are available! \n\nSpeak to professionals working in museums\, archives and libraries\,\nCheck out information stands from heritage organisations\,\nMeet local heritage experts and hear the path they followed\,\n\nQ&A panel with heritage professionals at 11am! \nThis FREE drop-in event is organised by Local Studies (Swindon Libraries).
URL:https://swindonheritage.org.uk/all-events/choosing-history-ii/
LOCATION:Central Library\, Central Library\, Regent Circus\, Swindon\, SN1 1QC\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Heritage,Talks
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ORGANIZER;CN="Local Studies (Swindon Libraries)":MAILTO:localstudies@swindon.gov.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250211T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250211T153000
DTSTAMP:20250210T155019Z
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SUMMARY:Central Community Gardening Sessions
DESCRIPTION:Come on down and join the Global Gardeners at the Central Community Centre! Be part of their project to live well that supports the values of community\, sustainability and well being through gardening vegetables and flowers and maintaining the garden spaces. There are even opportunities for DIY. Meet new people and gain new skills and confidence through gardening.  \nAll of any ability are welcome\, so come and visit on Tuesdays at 1 pm\, located at the Central Community Centre. Refreshments and equipment are provided! \n  \nGet involved and join as a volunteer! Click here: https://linktr.ee/globalgardeners \nWant to see a bit more of the Global Gardeners? Check out their Instagram: @globalgardenerswindon \nPhoto credit: Josephine Slade. Instagram @sladejosephine 
URL:https://swindonheritage.org.uk/all-events/central-community-gardening-sessions/
LOCATION:Central Community Centre\, SN1 5BG\, Central Community Centre\, Emlyn Square\, Swindon\, SN1 5BG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250212T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250212T203000
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SUMMARY:'Harold Fleming - A Man For All Sports' by Dick Mattick
DESCRIPTION:This event is hosted by The Swindon Society. \nFrom its very beginnings the Society has attempted to record the social history of the area as shown by the camera since the 1850’s. \nThe collection contains photographic material on many subjects including the GWR Swindon\, Swindon Tramway system\, Wilts & Berks Canal\, Swindon in both World Wars\, school groups\, areas of the town including Old Town\, Gorse Hill\, Rodbourne\, surrounding villages and much more. \nThe collection now numbers 15\,000 plus images and is used to illustrate presentations to local groups. \nMeetings are held at Goddard Park School\, Welcombe Avenue\, Park North\, Swindon SN3 2QN\, commencing at 7.30pm. \nThe meetings take the form of image presentations by members or visiting speakers\, followed by a free hot beverage and a biscuit. The annual fee for membership is £15\, which includes free entry to our meetings and a monthly newsletter. For ad hoc visitors\, the entry fee is £3.00. \nYou can find out how to join them here.
URL:https://swindonheritage.org.uk/all-events/harold-fleming-a-man-for-all-sports-by-dick-mattick/
LOCATION:Goddard Park School\, Welcombe Avenue\, Swindon\, Wiltshire\, SN3 2QN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Heritage,Talks
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Swindon Society":MAILTO:info@theswindonsociety.co.uk
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250213T203000
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SUMMARY:‘The Development of the Police’ by Graham Sutherland
DESCRIPTION:This event is hosted online via Zoom by Wiltshire Family History Society. \nThinking of researching your family history – or need some help\, then you are welcome to join our meetings (free) or contact us on\nswindon@wiltshirefhs.co.uk or 01793 822310.
URL:https://swindonheritage.org.uk/all-events/the-development-of-the-police-by-graham-sutherland/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Heritage,Talks
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ORGANIZER;CN="Wiltshire Family History Society":MAILTO:swindon@wiltshirefhs.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250227T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250227T203000
DTSTAMP:20241209T142259Z
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SUMMARY:‘Role of the Online Parish Clerk’ by Nigel Chalk
DESCRIPTION:This event is hosted by Wiltshire Family History Society at The Central Community Centre\, Emlyn Square\, SN1 5BG. \nThinking of researching your family history – or need some help\, then you are welcome to join our meetings (free) or contact us on\nswindon@wiltshirefhs.co.uk or 01793 822310.
URL:https://swindonheritage.org.uk/all-events/role-of-the-online-parish-clerk-by-nigel-chalk/
LOCATION:Central Community Centre\, SN1 5BG\, Central Community Centre\, Emlyn Square\, Swindon\, SN1 5BG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Heritage,Talks
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ORGANIZER;CN="Wiltshire Family History Society":MAILTO:swindon@wiltshirefhs.co.uk
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