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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: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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ORGANIZER;CN="Swindon Heritage Preservation":MAILTO:info@mechanics-trust.org.uk
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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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ORGANIZER;CN="Swindon Heritage Preservation":MAILTO:info@mechanics-trust.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251015T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251022T153000
DTSTAMP:20250927T091034Z
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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:20251016T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251016T203000
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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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ORGANIZER;CN="Swindon Heritage Preservation":MAILTO:info@mechanics-trust.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251018T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251018T123000
DTSTAMP:20250711T173720Z
CREATED:20250610T143523Z
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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:20251029T163000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251029T180000
DTSTAMP:20251005T081118Z
CREATED:20250927T102814Z
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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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ORGANIZER;CN="Swindon Heritage Preservation":MAILTO:info@mechanics-trust.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251030T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251030T203000
DTSTAMP:20251022T081009Z
CREATED:20251001T103528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251022T081009Z
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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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