Saturday 29 August 2026 was the date set for A Day at the Wharf, a free day of activities for children and families on the green at Wharf Green in Swindon town centre, running from 10am to 4pm. Swindon Borough Council announced the programme on Thursday 20 August 2026. This account is taken from that announcement; activities were subject to the weather.
What was on the programme?
- Live music on a dedicated stage, with support from Swindon 105.5
- Arts and crafts with Artsite, Museum & Art Swindon and the Creation Station
- Children's reading sessions hosted by Swindon Open Studios
- The Bubble Master, a children's entertainer, from 11am to 2.30pm
- Free fencing taster sessions from Swindon Fencing Club
- Lawn games
- The Swindon Junior Town Cryer competition at midday
- Stalls from local charities and community groups
The day was free and needed no booking.
Councillor Matthew Vallender, Cabinet Member for Culture, Planning and Regeneration, said he was "really pleased we're able to put something like this on for free."
Source: Swindon Borough Council.