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Swindon has its origin as a small market town, used mainly for barter trade until the mid-1800s. The original Swindon is now known as Old Town. Take time to wander through its quiet courtyards and alleyways or enjoy a vibrant ...

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What to do

Swindon is a thriving town with a wealth of attractions that will appeal to visitors of all ages and interests. The award winning Steam Museum traces the history of the Great Western Railway taking visitors on a journey though the ...

Accessible Swindon: Swindon provides a warm welcome to all visitors. The majority of the town centre is pedestrianised and flat, making access easy for all. There are plenty of car parks many of which offer free parking for visitors who display their ...
Clubs and Societies: Do you want to try something different in 2009? Why not join one of Swindon's clubs or societies? The Town has in excess of 390 different groups covering a huge range of interests and hobbies. For the people with a ...
Cycling & Walking: Swindon's location makes it ideal for walking and cycling, situated north of the majestic Marlborough Downs and south of the beautiful Cotswolds, the area has an abundance of places to explore either on foot or by bike. The parks and ...
Family Favourites: The whole family will enjoy their visit to Swindon as the town has a wealth of attractions that will keep everyone interested, informed and entertained whatever their age. The award winning Steam Museum appeals to adults and children alike as ...
Places to Visit that are FREE: Places to Visit in Swindon That Are Free Swindon has many attractions that can be enjoyed without spending a single penny. A few minutes walk from the town centre is Queen's Park a tranquil oasis of calm away from the ...
Shops and Shopping: Swindon is a shopper's paradise. The town centre offers a fabulous mixture of shops. Many of these can be found within the Brunel Centre , an undercover area with over 100 stores, restaurants & cafes including House Of Fraser (Outlet), ...
Sport: Whether you want to participate or just sit back and watch, Swindon has a sport that will keep you interested. Everything from Aikido to Yoga takes place in the area. Swindon has eight sports centres, The County Ground Lifestyle Centre ...

Where to Stay

Accommodation Booking Service Free advance reservations can be made by contacting Swindon Visitor Information Centre's booking line, on 01793 466454. If you arrive without a prior booking, the Visitor Information Centre offers a free booking service from 9.15am to 4.30pm, ...

Accommodation Quality Assured: All the accommodation featured on this site has been quality assessed by either VisitBritain or the AA, or has recently applied for a rating and is awaiting assessment. Please be aware that ratings may change throughout the year. To confirm ...
Guest accommodation categories: Guest accommodation categories Guest Accommodation is the category which encompasses anything from one-room bed and breakfasts to larger places which may offer dinner and may be licensed. Bed and Breakfasts generally accommodate no more than six people. It's like staying ...
Hotel Categories: Hotels have a minimum of six bedrooms, but more likely to have 20+ rooms Small Hotels have a maximum of 20 bedrooms and likely to be more personally run. Town House Hotels are in a city/town centre location and are ...
Self-catering, hostels and camping categories: Self-catering For self-catering accommodation, the layout and design of the accommodation and the range and quality of the kitchen equipment is assessed, as well as the quality and comfort of the bedrooms and bathrooms and, most importantly, the cleanliness. Hostels ...

Food and drink

Swindon's status as an international town is reflected in the range of restaurants serving foods from around the world. Authentic Italian, Chinese, Mexican, Thai, Persian, Indian, Japanese, French and Turkish cuisines are well catered for. Please use the search box ...

What's on

Whatever the time of year and whatever the weather there is always plenty of events taking place in Swindon. Click on the image you are interested in to find out more. You can now download the entire events for the ...

Great Western Railway 175th Anniversary Events: 2010 marks the 175th anniversary of the creation of the Great Western Railway. A series of special events will take place across the region to celebrate this milestone in railway history. Events at The Steam Museum, Kemble Drive, Swindon SN2 ...
What's On Guide-Download: You can now download the entire events for the current month by clicking on the image below. ...
Major Events in 2010: Swindon has hundreds of events taking place throughout the year, below are some of the highlights for 2010. Details of other events can be found by using by the events search facility on the right of this website or you ...
Festivals: A diverse range of festivals are taking place in Swindon in 2010. The first festival of the year takes place at The Arts Centre in February. The Harold Jolliffe One Act Play Festival is a chance for local amateur companies ...
Music: The music scene in Swindon has never been so strong. Local bands through to internationally recognised artists can all be found performing at a myriad of locations throughout the area. All genres of music are on offer so whatever your ...
Sport & Leisure Events: Swindon has a multitude of Sporting events taking place in and around the town. The County Ground is home to the town's football team who play in League One, The Wildcats Ice Hockey team can be found at The Link ...
Theatre: Swindon has two theatres. The Wyvern Theatre can be found in the centre of the town and is host to a wonderful mix of national and local shows. Drama, Comedy, Music all feature high on their list of productions. The ...

Tourist Information

Visitor Information Centre Swindon's Visitor Information Centre is the ideal place to start your visit to the town, here you will find a wide range of services to help you make the most of your time here. Our friendly staff ...

News: The Daily Telegraph Newspaper reporter found Swindon a delightful place to visit, please click here to read his review ...
Special offers: Make the most of your money during your trip to Swindon, take advantage of the following special offers: Places to Visit Swindon Designer Outlet Village Swindon Designer Outlet is housed in the beautifully renovated Grade II listed buildings ...
Visitor Information Centre: Swindon's Visitor Information Centre is the ideal place to start your visit to the town, here you will find a wide range of services to help you make the most of your time here. Our friendly staff have a wealth ...
Tickets: Tickets The Visitor Information Centre sells tickets for many events both locally and nationally. Listed below are details of tickets that are currently on sale, click on the links in red for more details. Tickets can be purchased by contacting ...
Getting Here is Easy: By Rail Regular services into London (Paddington) means that the capital is just one hour away. There are also direct trains from Swindon to Bath, Bristol, Cardiff and Cheltenham. Swindon's location means that travelling deeper into the West Country taking ...
Ask a Question: The Visitor Information Centre in Swindon has a wealth of experience & knowledge. If you have a question regarding your visit to the town and can not find the answer on this website, then please email us by using the ...

Conferences

For details of conference opportunities in Swindon, please click on Conference Directory For all conference enquiries, please contact 01793 420832 or e mail conference@swindon.gov.uk ...

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