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Swindon news, March 2026: day by day

34 stories from March 2026, under the day each one is about. Stories marked Looking back were written later from the published source and show the date Swindo published them.

Tuesday 31 March 2026

  1. Decision made on whether Swindon Town can keep new scoreboard

    Swindon Town will not have to remove the new electronic scoreboard it put up at the Nigel Eady County Ground at the start of the season without permission.

    Housing and living · Source: Swindon Advertiser

  2. Looking backDanish counter-drone firm MyDefence to open Swindon town centre office

    Looking back, 31 March 2026: Danish counter-drone company MyDefence announced plans for a business office in Swindon town centre and said it hoped to start manufacturing in the town before the end of 2026.

    Business and economy · Source: Swindon24 · Published on Swindo

Monday 30 March 2026

  1. Looking backReach Inclusive Arts in Swindon awarded more than £90,000 by Arts Council England

    Looking back, 30 March 2026: Swindon charity Reach Inclusive Arts received more than £90,000 from an Arts Council England National Lottery Project Grant for a 15-month programme to widen access to the arts.

    Arts and culture · Source: Swindon24 · Published on Swindo

Sunday 29 March 2026

  1. Sun sets on long-term test of 2019 Tesla Model 3 Performance - Part 4

    After four months and thousands of miles with the 2019 Tesla Model 3 Performance, I’ve been able to do something I almost never get to do as a motoring reporter: genuinely assess a car’s reliability, rather than just its first impressions.

    Transport · Source: Swindon Advertiser

  2. Looking backFree Easter Quiz Trail launches at nine venues in Old Town, Swindon

    Looking back, 29 March 2026: A free, self-guided Old Town Easter Quiz Trail for families launched for the first time in Swindon, with quiz questions at nine businesses and a family prize draw.

    Things to do · Source: Swindon24 · Published on Swindo

  3. Residents of estate want answers from developer over charges

    People living in a relatively recently built housing development in north Swindon want to know why the developers have put up management fees and charges so high.

    Housing and living · Source: Swindon Advertiser

Saturday 28 March 2026

  1. Looking backPlan announced for a Swindon fitness and community activity directory

    Looking back, 28 March 2026: Tim Howe, founder of The Longevity Games, announced plans for a Swindon Fitness and Community Activity Directory to list the town's clubs, classes and groups in one place.

    Sport and fitness · Source: Swindon24 · Published on Swindo

Friday 27 March 2026

  1. Looking backNew pavilion clock installed at Swindon Cricket Club's County Ground home

    Looking back, 27 March 2026: Swindon jewellers Deacon & Son supplied a new pavilion clock for Swindon Cricket Club at the County Ground, replacing one the Deacon family had provided earlier.

    Sport and fitness · Source: Swindon24 · Published on Swindo

  2. Royal Mail issues apology as post becomes 'chaotic'

    The postal service has become "chaotic" with Royal Mail workers being told to leave doctors' and hospital letters on racks to prioritise parcels, trade union bosses have warned

    Business and economy · Source: Swindon Advertiser

  3. Schoolboys win Rosslyn Park National Schools Sevens U18 Vase

    Sherborne Boys’ U18 Sevens side triumphed at the Rosslyn Park National Schools Sevens, clinching the U18 Vase title after an impressive two-day performance

    Sport and fitness · Source: Swindon Advertiser

Thursday 26 March 2026

  1. Looking backSwindon Works hooter sounds again at STEAM, 40 years after the closure

    Looking back, 26 March 2026: Hundreds of people gathered at STEAM in Swindon to hear a replica of the Railway Works hooter sounded at 4.30pm, 40 years after the Works closed in 1986.

    History · Source: Swindon24 · Published on Swindo

  2. Looking backKingsdown Crematorium in Swindon announces open day for its 60th anniversary

    Looking back, 26 March 2026: Swindon Borough Council announced a free community open day at Kingsdown Crematorium on Saturday 25 April 2026 to mark 60 years since it opened in 1966.

    Council and services · Source: Swindon Borough Council · Published on Swindo

Wednesday 25 March 2026

  1. Looking backAbbey Farm residents in Swindon face estimated £170,000 bill for estate works

    Looking back, 25 March 2026: Residents of the Abbey Farm development in Swindon, about 350 homes, were facing an estimated £170,000 bill for landscaping and drainage work and asked for a full breakdown of costs.

    Housing and living · Source: Swindon24 · Published on Swindo

  2. Plenty to see and do at Swindon’s venues this Easter

    It’s set to be an egg-cellent time this Easter as family-friendly events are held at three Swindon Borough Council-owned venues over the holiday break.

    Council and services · Source: Swindon Borough Council

Tuesday 24 March 2026

  1. Looking backSwindon council and Wilts & Berks Canal Trust sign canal restoration agreement

    Looking back, 24 March 2026: Swindon Borough Council and the Wilts & Berks Canal Trust signed a Memorandum of Understanding on restoring the canal and creating a waterway and green corridor between Swindon and Royal Wootton Bassett.

    Council and services · Source: Swindon24 · Published on Swindo

Monday 23 March 2026

  1. Looking backOld Town Beer and Cider Festival 2026 announced with 100 beers and ciders

    Looking back, 23 March 2026: Organisers announced the 13th Old Town Beer and Cider Festival at Christ Church in Swindon for May 2026, with 100 beers and ciders, its largest selection to that point.

    Things to do · Source: Swindon24 · Published on Swindo

Saturday 21 March 2026

  1. Looking backBridge Street Holiday Inn Express in Swindon set for four-star upgrade

    Looking back, 21 March 2026: The owner of the Holiday Inn Express on Bridge Street in Swindon town centre was preparing to invest millions of pounds to turn it into a four-star hotel.

    Business and economy · Source: Swindon24 · Published on Swindo

  2. Looking backUnauthorised clothing banks found at the Haydon Centre in North Swindon

    Looking back, 21 March 2026: Two clothing and footwear banks placed without permission were found next to genuine donation points at the Haydon Centre in North Swindon, prompting a warning to check banks before donating.

    Community · Source: Swindon24 · Published on Swindo

Friday 20 March 2026

  1. Plans to rejuvenate prominent ‘eyesore’ building being explored

    Momentum is building behind efforts to regenerate the area around Swindon railway station, with early work underway to explore options for bringing the long‑derelict Signal Point back into use.

    Council and services · Source: Swindon Borough Council

  2. New social value fund brings life changing support to Swindon residents

    Swindon Borough Council’s commitment to social value is delivering tangible benefits for residents thanks to a major partnership with public sector services provider Liberata.

    Council and services · Source: Swindon Borough Council

  3. Looking backSun Inn at Coate Water opens £90,000 space-themed play area

    Looking back, 20 March 2026: The Sun Inn at Coate Water in Swindon opened a new space-themed children's play area, a £90,000 project by Arkell's Brewery and Swindon firm Harlequin Group.

    Food and drink · Source: Swindon24 · Published on Swindo

  4. Multi-million pound rollout of energy-efficient measures to council homes progresses

    Hundreds of council homes across Swindon are benefiting from major energy‑efficiency improvements as part of an ongoing £48m investment programme designed to help tenants reduce their energy bills.

    Council and services · Source: Swindon Borough Council

  5. Work begins to deliver ‘transformational’ theatre and concert venue in Swindon

    A new 2,000‑capacity entertainment venue in Swindon town centre has taken a significant step forward following a £20m funding boost from the Government.

    Council and services · Source: Swindon Borough Council

Thursday 19 March 2026

  1. Swindon’s new youth centre celebrates first anniversary

    A youth centre created with and for children in Swindon is celebrating its first anniversary, having welcomed many children through its doors every month.

    Council and services · Source: Swindon Borough Council

Wednesday 18 March 2026

  1. Looking backColumbia outdoor clothing store announced for Swindon Designer Outlet

    Looking back, 18 March 2026: Outdoor clothing brand Columbia was announced as a new store for Swindon Designer Outlet, with an opening date of Thursday 26 March 2026.

    Shopping · Source: Swindon24 · Published on Swindo

  2. Swindon down to the final nine in UK City of Culture 2029 bid

    Swindon is celebrating today (18 March) after being longlisted for the UK City of Culture 2029 title, marking a major milestone in the town’s ambitious bid to showcase its creativity and heritage.

    Council and services · Source: Swindon Borough Council

Tuesday 17 March 2026

  1. Looking backComposites maker iCOMAT announces expansion into Swindon

    Looking back, 17 March 2026: iCOMAT, a British maker of carbon fibre components for aerospace, automotive and defence, said it was expanding into Swindon after talks with Swindon North MP Will Stone and the borough council.

    Business and economy · Source: Swindon24 · Published on Swindo

  2. Looking backSwindon Town win 2-0 at Gillingham, their first Priestfield win since 1986

    Looking back, 17 March 2026: Swindon Town beat Gillingham 2-0 at Priestfield Stadium in League Two, with late goals from Aaron Drinan and Fletcher Holman keeping their promotion push going.

    Sport and fitness · Source: Swindon24 · Published on Swindo

Monday 16 March 2026

  1. Looking backLydiard House sixth form centre approved by Swindon planners

    Looking back, 16 March 2026: Swindon Borough Council's planning committee voted eight to one to let Lydiard Park Academy turn first-floor rooms at Lydiard House into a sixth form centre.

    Education · Source: Swindon24 · Published on Swindo

  2. Looking backSwindon recycling centre rules stop 3,030 tonnes of trade waste in a year

    Looking back, 16 March 2026: Swindon Borough Council said vehicle restrictions at its Household Waste and Recycling Centre had stopped 3,030 tonnes of commercial waste in a year and saved almost £100,000.

    Council and services · Source: Swindon24 · Published on Swindo

Tuesday 10 March 2026

  1. Almost 18,000 trees planted to expand Swindon’s green lungs

    Almost 18,000 trees will have been planted across the Borough by the end of the 2025/26 planting season, thanks to the dedicated efforts of local volunteers.

    Council and services · Source: Swindon Borough Council

Friday 6 March 2026

  1. Swindon celebrates community champions at Pride of Swindon Awards

    Residents, volunteers and community groups from across the Borough were recognised for their dedication and impact at the Pride of Swindon Awards celebration yesterday (5 March).

    Council and services · Source: Swindon Borough Council

Thursday 5 March 2026

  1. New facilities for Travellers ready to open

    New and improved facilities for the Travelling community have been completed in Chiseldon, which it is hoped will minimise the number of illegal encampments across the Borough.

    Council and services · Source: Swindon Borough Council

Wednesday 4 March 2026

  1. Ambitions for Swindon’s country parks outlined

    Cabinet Members will tonight (4 March) consider a new framework which sets out a long-term ambition for how Swindon parks will be protected and improved in the years ahead.

    Council and services · Source: Swindon Borough Council