Step back in time at this Swindon Railway Village cottage where you can discover Victorian traditions. Witness the sights sounds and smells of local community life and learn how a Great Western Railway worker would have lived with their family c.1900. We are open regularly to the public and host a variety of seasonal and themed […]
Step back in time at this Swindon Railway Village cottage where you can discover Victorian traditions. Witness the sights sounds and smells of local community life and learn how a Great Western Railway worker would have lived with their family c.1900. We are open regularly to the public and host a variety of seasonal and themed […]
Emlyn Square is at the heart of Swindon's historic Railway Village; It's set to come alive with exclusive tours, exhibitions, talks, family games and activities - FREE fun for the whole family to enjoy. You can access all buildings surrounding Swindon's iconic Mechanics' Institution in Emlyn Square: The Central Community Centre; The Gluepot, Bakers and […]
Meet Mrs Smith as she offers a tour of her Victorian Cottage at the Railway Village Museum. Actor and history addict Louise Jordan guides you through her cottage in this exclusive tour. Discover life in Swindon for a 1901 family, from a housewife who shares her busy routine while her husband is at work and […]
Kick off your festive season with Christmas in the Railway Village. Santa will be paying a special visit for one day only, and there will be plenty of games, stalls and other activities for the whole family to enjoy. Children will get the chance to have a chat with Santa about how Christmas has changed […]