The Prospect Place Baguette Bar, closed in March 2024, is now under offer a year after closure, future uncertain. Swindon Baguette Bar Site Under Offer One Year After Closure The Baguette Bar closed in March 2024. It was located on Prospect Place. Rising costs caused the closure, with Brenda Ronayne, the owner, stating that bills…
A carer was caught drink driving in Swindon. He blew nearly double the limit at a Shell garage after fleeing police. Swindon Shell Garage: Carer Caught Drink Driving Mercedes Neville Booy, age 31, admitted guilt in court on February 12 in Swindon. He lives on Purley Avenue in Park South. Someone saw Booy driving badly…
Surveying at Swindon’s Abbey Stadium sparks fears of demolition for housing, despite Speedway return hopes. Survey Work at Swindon Abbey Stadium Fuels Demolition Concerns Swindon Speedway’s old home still has greyhound races. New houses surround the track. They needed these houses to fund a new stadium. Robinscroft is done. Robin Gardens is being built. A…
Developer tries again to build on North Latham Road after traffic concerns led to three prior rejections. Swindon Developer Persists After Three Rejected Plans A developer is persistent in trying to change a spot in North Latham Road. He wants to build something new there, despite failing three times already. The previous plans involved a…
Recent Swindon Crown Court cases include fraud, shoplifting, drug offenses and burglary. Defendants face sentencing. Swindon Court: Fraud, Shoplifting, Drugs, and Burglary Cases Heard David Russell appeared in court. He lives on Fleet Street, in Swindon. He faced five fraud charges relating to false representation. He pleaded guilty last July 24. The court heard the…
Roadwork in Swindon continues, leading to closures. Crews are working at multiple locations until the month’s end. Swindon Road Resurfacing Causes Closures on Major Routes Road work is happening in Swindon. Crews are improving roads at 18 spots, with plans to finish by the end of March. Eleven projects should already be done. These include…
Darren Gore slapped his neighbor after a parking dispute. It occurred after his sons parked near the victim’s gate. Swindon Dad Slaps Neighbor in Parking Row Over Gate Access Darren Gore, age 44, admitted to assault. This happened at Swindon Magistrates’ Court on February 12. The victim was home watching TV. Gore’s sons parked a…
Swindon council commits £250m over five years to improve council homes, focusing on maintenance and upgrades. Swindon Council Invests £250 Million in Housing Improvements The council will improve local council houses. They plan to invest money each year, ranging from £38 to £66 million, for the next five years. Cabinet members approved these plans on…
Swindon Advertiser releases a quarterly magazine connecting residents with local tradespeople for home & garden projects. Swindon Advertiser Launches Trades and Services Magazine for Locals Trades & Services is a guide for Swindon locals. It helps people find businesses for home and garden work. The magazine will list local tradespeople. Plumbers, gardeners, and builders are…
Woodlands Edge pub in Swindon will reopen on March 7 after a refurbishment. Expect a fresh look, updated seating, and classic favorites. Woodlands Edge Pub: Swindon Residents Await March Reopening Date Greene King said Woodlands Edge shut down. The closure began on February 10. They need to make some needed improvements. The pub will get…