Join us at The Railway Village Museum to step back in time at the cottage to discover Victorian traditions. Witness the sights, sounds and smells of local community life, and […]
It is 80 years since the end of WW2, and 40 years since the closure of Swindon Railway Works. The Works contribution as a war factory was colossal, its achievements […]
This external event is hosted and organised by The Modern Calligraphy Company. The Modern Calligraphy Company -Beginners Pointed Nib Workshop Tutor: Sarah Hirst The Bakers warmly welcomes back the Modern […]
Join us at The Railway Village Museum to step back in time at the cottage to discover Victorian traditions. Witness the sights, sounds and smells of local community life, and […]
Spooktacular Halloween Spider Hunt at Railway Village Museum Join Swindon Heritage Preservation this October half term for a wickedly fun Halloween event in Swindon! Bring your little monsters to the historic […]
The History Of Tarot by Michael Gray - For centuries Tarot cards have been used for fortune telling believed to manifest secret knowledge handed down from ancient times. For some they are dark magic to be avoided and for others a psychological system for self awareness and personal development. In this talk Michael Gray will […]
You are warmly invited to our Annual General Meeting on Saturday 8th November 2025 at 12 PM at the Central Community Centre (Emlyn Square, SN1 5BG). We look forward to seeing you at this special AGM marking our organisation's 30th anniversary. As well as the more formal agenda (below), we'll share recent updates, future plans, […]
Well known local historian and author John Stooke is fascinated by the way that retailing has changed in the last 20 years compared to what a little change there was between 1880 and 1990. Throughout these years, food, drink, clothing, homeware, and hardware were delivered to the general public via small, often independent businesses, what […]
✨ Experience a Traditional Swindon Christmas Past! Step back in time this festive season and immerse your family in the timeless charm of a Victorian Christmas in the historic Railway Cottage Museum in Swindon! Discover the origins of your favourite festive traditions in the lovingly decorated setting of a 19th-century railway worker's home. This is […]
Feeling festive? Feeling crafty? Why not spend some time creating a beautiful winter wreath to adorn your front door? Escape the shopping frenzy and enjoy a cup of tea and biscuit whilst tapping into your creative zone.
Jack Hayward is a 92 year old former railway office worker, historian and long time resident of Swindon’s Railway Village (since 1968). As a prominent local historian, he researches and speaks […]
New Swindon and the GWR Swindon Heritage Preservation is delighted to welcome historian and author Peter Timms for a talk titled New Swindon and the GWR. This event is based […]