Whether you live in Swindon or are thinking of moving there, in this guide we will talk you through 5 things to do in Swindon. No matter what you enjoy, there will be something for you to do in Swindon. 

Swindon is a large town in Wiltshire, situated just 36 miles from Bristol, 71 miles from London and with the Cotswolds to the north. It is an excellent place to live and visit as there are many things to do within the town. 

In this article, we will look at our top 5 things to do in Swindon. 

Discover Swindon’s Industrial Past With A Trip To STEAM 

A big part of Swindon’s history is that it was the home of Swindon Works, which was built by Isambard Kingdom Brunel in 1841 and 1842. This was the place where trains on the Great Western Railway were repaired and maintained. 

At STEAM – Museum Of The Great Western Railway, you can learn all about Swindon’s industrial history and the history of the railway. It is open every day of the week, Monday to Saturday – 10am to 5pm and then Sunday – 11am to 4pm. 

Indulge In Some Retail Therapy 

There are many places in Swindon where you can indulge in some retail therapy. The town centre has a fully pedestrianised high street which features a huge range of independent shops and well known retailers. 

There is also a weekly market held on Thursdays and Saturdays, where local suppliers sell their goods. In the former railway engineering complex, you will now find a McArthurGlen Designer Outlet.

Fun For All The Family With A Trip To Studeley Grange Butterfly World 

If you have children or simply love animals and nature, Studeley Grange will be an excellent place for you to visit. 

It has a garden centre for the plant lovers alongside Butterfly World and a farm park. It can be found just off junction 16 of the M4 and its opening hours are dependent on the time of year. 

Enjoy Some Good Food

Along with the shopping and places to go for days out, there are many dining options for you to choose from. You can find both independent cafes and high-end restaurants in Swindon including The Choptank, which is located within the Royal Oak, Tapas Del Mundo and The Duke Hotel Restaurant. 

There is a vast variety of cuisines to choose from in Swindon so you will be spoilt for choice. 

Take In The Rich History At Lydiard Park

Lydiard Park is a beautiful historic estate on the western edge of Swindon. With the Palladian House, Church and Walled Garden, it is set in 260 acres of parkland. 

There is a  children’s play area and Cafe & Tea Rooms to help make a wonderful day out as you take in all the history.  They also have events and education programmes throughout the year. 

Lydiard Park is open every day, except Christmas Day, from 7.30am to dusk. The museum is open seasonally. 

5 Things To Do In Swindon 

There are so many things to do in Swindon but we have focused on our top five things to do in Swindon. You can go shopping, enjoy delicious food, take in the history of the town or head out for fun days out, seeing butterflies and other animals. 

Swindon is a town with a lot on offer. We hope you have found this article helpful. 

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