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Local history book launch with John Cullimore
- Date: 29th March 2025
- Location: Central Library, Regent Circus, Swindon SN1 4LP
- Time: 12:00 - 13:00
- Cost: Free
A book launch to celebrate the publication of "The Palace of My Imagination".

Join us on the ground floor of Swindon Central Library to mark the publication of "The Palace of My Imagination".

This new novel by John Cullimore is inspired by the life and turbulent times of Swindon's remarkable "Hammerman Poet" Alfred Williams. John spent his career as a consultant surgeon in Swindon’s Hospitals.

He previously wrote the music and co-wrote the script for "The Hammerman" musical about Alfred, performed in Swindon in 2010 and 2012 at STEAM.

Meet the author and get your own signed copy. Any profits will be donated to the Swindon Heritage Preservation Trust to support restoration of the Mechanics’ Institution - an important landmark in Alfred’s life.
Mother’s Day afternoon tea at Lydiard Park Hotel
- Date: 30th March 2025
- Location: Lydiard Park Hotel
- Time: 12:30 - 15:00
- Cost: £35 per person
Treat your Mum to an unforgettable Mother’s Day experience at Lydiard Park Hotel.

Indulge in a specially-crafted Mother’s Day afternoon tea featuring homemade sandwiches, scones, sweet treats and a glass of prosecco, for £35 per person.

Talented harpist, Ruth Kenyon will be performing enchanting melodies in the Luxborough Suite. Your Mother’s Day afternoon tea experience will begin with a selection of mouth-watering sandwiches – like roasted ham with cheddar and pickled onion, Coronation chicken, egg mayonnaise with mustard cress, and smoked salmon with cream cheese and cucumber.

Next, indulge in delicious scones, served with rich, traditional clotted cream and fruity jam. Then taste an exquisite range of patisserie favourites, including Victoria sponge, macaroons, a fruit tartlet and chocolate bite. A full choice of teas and coffees will complete your experience.

Vegetarian, vegan, gluten and dairy free options are available, please request at the time of booking.

Advance booking required. Please email LydiardHotelReception@swindon.gov.uk or call 01793 464644. Full payment over the phone is required to secure your booking.

Please arrive from 12.30pm on Sunday, 30 March. Your special Mother’s Day afternoon tea will be served at 1.00pm.
A ramble around the South Swindon Green Trail
- Date: 11th April 2025
- Location: East Wichel Primary School
- Time: 10:00 - 17:00
- Cost: £0.00
Join this ramble around the South Swindon Green Trail. It’s 8 miles in total, but there are bail out points where you can catch a bus back if you’re not feeling up to the whole route.
Join Swindon Travel Choices and South Swindon Parish Council for an Easter ramble around the South Swindon Green Trail. You can join the walk at any of the 4 departure points below:
- Wichelstowe (outside East Wichel Primary school) at 10.00am
- Wharf Green at 11.00am
- Oakfield (Swindog sculpture) at 12.00pm
- Coate Water cafe at 1.15pm.
A light lunch at Coate is included. To book your free place, and for more information, visit the Swindon Travel Choices website.
The Lydiard Park Easter Trail
- Date: 20th April 2025
- Location: Lydiard Park Coach House
- Time: 11:00 - 15:00
- Cost: £5 per child
Hop into Easter with The Lydiard Park Easter Trail!

Search for clues and uncover fascinating facts about some of the amazing animals that call Lydiard Park home – from playful squirrels to graceful swans.

Solve the puzzle and spell out the secret word to receive a 'non-food item' Easter prize.

To take part, drop-in to the Coach House Tea Rooms at Lydiard Park between 11.00am and 3.00pm. Last admission is at 2.15pm.

Booking is not required, but children must be accompanied by an adult.

Parking charges apply.
Dream of Gerontius at STEAM
- Date: 25th May 2025
- Location: STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway, Swindon, SN2 2EY
- Time: 17:30 - 19:45
- Cost: £12 in advance, £14 on the door, £5 students and under 18s
Come and experience the Dream at STEAM as Swindon Opera Collective and the Corisande Chorale give life to Edward Elgar's iconic oratorio, “The Dream of Gerontius”, with full orchestra and choir.

Composed in 1900, "The Dream of Gerontius" is a masterpiece of English music, exploring themes of mortality, faith and redemption. This profound and moving work is considered one of Elgar's greatest achievements and its beauty and emotional depth continue to inspire audiences to this day.

Come and hear the score brought to life by our talented soloists, Robert Felstead (tenor), Charlie Morris (baritone) and Aino Konkka (soprano), who will be accompanied by the Corisande Chorale and full orchestra, expertly sourced and conducted by Diana Bickley.

Ample parking is available near the Steam Museum. A selection of wine, coffee, tea and squash will be available prior to the event. Additionally, there are several restaurants and cafes within walking distance of the museum.

The Great Hall is fully accessible, with wheelchair ramps and accessible seating.

The STEAM Museum of the Great Western Railway provides a unique and atmospheric setting for this special event, as Elgar often drew inspiration from the industrial landscape of his time. The railway's majestic trains, which once connected the West Country to the rest of Britain, evoke the same sense of grandeur and drama found in many of Elgar’s works. By celebrating the GWR and Elgar's music together, we honour the enduring spirit of British ingenuity and creativity.