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Mixed reactions for Swindon Vue self-service food and drink

Mixed reactions for Swindon Vue self-service food and drink

Vue’s new self-service system has received mixed reactions from Adver readers. The Greenbridge cinema recently revamped its lobby and introduced an...

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Upset at news of 1,200 new homes needed each year in Swindon

Upset at news of 1,200 new homes needed each year in Swindon

News of Swindon having to build more than 1,200 new houses each year for two decades to meet national targets has not gone down well with residents. ...

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Swindonians say Magic Roundabout is actually "super easy"

Swindonians say Magic Roundabout is actually

Adver readers dismissed the suggestion that the Magic Roundabout was terrifying to learner drivers. It was voted the country's fourth scariest...

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REVIEW: What it's like to meet the Queen at Buckingham Palace event

REVIEW: What it's like to meet the Queen at Buckingham Palace event

A momentous mail delivery led to a Adver journalist attending a special reception at Buckingham Palace and meeting Her Majesty the Queen. An...

29.03.2025 2

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Support and shock at pro-Palestine protest in Swindon

Support and shock at pro-Palestine protest in Swindon

A protest held in Swindon after Israeli air strikes killed hundreds of people in Palestine received mixed reactions from Adver readers. On Saturday...

28.03.2025 7

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Mixed reactions after farmers' tractor protest in Swindon

Mixed reactions after farmers' tractor protest in Swindon

Farmers driving tractors through Swindon to protest changes to their inheritance tax received mixed reactions from Adver readers. Tractors lined the...

27.03.2025 4

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The Octagon cafe in Swindon town centre to be demolished

The Octagon cafe in Swindon town centre to be demolished

News of the town centre bus station café’s impending demolition has been met with dismay. Workers were recently spotted inside The Octagon, which...

21.03.2025 2

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Adver readers react as Abbey Stadium to stop hosting Greyhound racing

Adver readers react as Abbey Stadium to stop hosting Greyhound racing

The impending end of greyhound racing in Swindon has been met with joy and disappointment. Greyhound racing will not continue at Swindon’s Abbey...

19.03.2025 6

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Reaction after Swindon and Cheltenham fans clash in town

Reaction after Swindon and Cheltenham fans clash in town

A confrontation between Swindon and Cheltenham football fans was met with mockery and disdain by Adver readers. The two sides had to be separated by...

19.03.2025 7

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Swindon reacts as Poundland stores possibly 'facing closure'

Swindon reacts as Poundland stores possibly 'facing closure'

News of Poundland’s financial struggles have been met with shock and disappointment by Adver readers. Reports indicate that he popular high street...

14.03.2025 8

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Readers voice their concerns on GP appointment woes

Adver readers shared their views on GP services after the government made more appointments available to help cope with demand. Some residents said...

13.03.2025 3

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Reaction as first buses test redeveloped Fleming Way

Adver readers reacted to the latest update on Fleming Way’s redevelopment as buses tested the route for the first time. Significant progress has...

11.03.2025 5

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Readers react: Nationwide announce closure of Swindon office

Swindon Adver readers have reacted to news of Nationwide closing one of its Swindon offices. Hundreds of staff currently based at Ramsbury House in...

07.03.2025 9

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Swindon reacts to plans for chicken chain to open at Fleming Way

News of progress on plans for a new fast food restaurant in Swindon received mixed reactions from Adver readers. American fried chicken chain...

07.03.2025 4

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Readers give verdict on state of Swindon waste collection

Swindon residents are to see the recycling bin collection changes that took place over Christmas continue across the festive period this year too,...

06.03.2025 3

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Debate rages over potential of more 20mph roads in Swindon

Plans are under consideration to lower the speed limit on over a dozen Wiltshire roads to 20mph. Wiltshire Council plans to implement 20mph speed...

04.03.2025 2

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Readers share their experiences at Swindon's at Great Western Hospital

Readers congratulated Swindon hospital staff, who were praised in a recent CQC report. Inspectors visited Great Western Hospital’s unplanned...

04.03.2025 1

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Readers share their experiences at GWH

Readers congratulated Swindon hospital staff who were praised in a recent CQC report. Inspectors visited Great Western Hospital’s unplanned...

03.03.2025 2

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Adver readers share memories of Swindon's town centre

Nostalgic photos of Swindon’s town centre sent Adver readers down memory lane. The latest gallery featured in this newspaper prompted people to...

02.03.2025 10

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E-scooter and public drinking ban could be coming to Swindon

The council is considering bringing in a Public Space Protection Order covering the town centre and Broadgreen around Manchester Road - but would it...

28.02.2025 3

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Reader's Outrage as Thames Water seek to increase bills

Swindon's water supplier Thames Water is seeking to charge even higher bills – and Adver readers are furious. The water supplier has asked the...

25.02.2025 6

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Approval of new site for traveller caravans supported

Wiltshire Council’s approval of plans to set up a caravan site for travellers near Swindon received support from some Adver readers. The two-pitch...

24.02.2025 5

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Call for safety to be prioritised in Swindon

Adver readers agreed with a councillor who highlighted the need for safety to be a bigger priority in plans for the town centre. During a meeting...

21.02.2025 3

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Vue's new 'first of its kind' cinema getting rave reviews

A Swindon cinema’s first-of-its-kind revamp has been well received by Adver readers. After weeks of work which closed some of the screens and much...

20.02.2025 7

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Complaints and safety concerns over poor parking in Swindon

Parked cars blocking buses on residential streets have prompted complaints and safety concerns from Adver readers. Earlier this month, Cllr Daniel...

17.02.2025 1

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Reaction to car transporter wedged under Swindon bridge

A car transporter that became wedged under a Swindon bridge sparked a lot of discussion online. The large vehicle caused traffic chaos on Monday...

15.02.2025 5

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Swindon town centre's new shop praised by customers

Swindon supported the latest addition to its town centre. A supermarket offering fresh vegetables and Asian sweets welcomed its first customers...

14.02.2025 6

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Swindon shoppers 'unimpressed' by store that replaced M&S

Swindon shoppers gave their verdict on the retailer that has replaced the Regent Street Marks and Spencer. House to Home moved into the vacant space...

12.02.2025 9

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Readers on plans to save Swindon's Mechanics' Institute

Swindonians have reacted to the Theatre Trust’s warning about the future of the Mechanics’ Institute. It is one of only 43 buildings in the...

06.02.2025 2

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How to stop Queens Drive in Swindon frequently flooding

Adver readers have voiced their views on a Swindon road that is frequently flooded whenever heavy rain hits the town. During Storm Herminia, part of...

02.02.2025 2

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Swindon shoppers sad to see popular Sainsbury's café close

Swindonians were saddened to hear that Sainsbury’s is set to scrap more than 3,000 jobs and plans to close its remaining in-store cafes,...

30.01.2025 2

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Disbelief as Swindon named best place to find new job

Swindonians reacted to the news of a recent survey naming this town the best place to get new job. It was named the UK's most employee-friendly...

27.01.2025 4

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Readers demand free staff parking at Great Western Hospital

Swindon citizens called for staff parking at the hospital to be free after one worker called the payments “outrageous”. Great Western Hospitals...

23.01.2025 4

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Swindonians defend town from "worst place" Times ranking

Swindonians have rushed to defend our town from The Times’ ranking us as the worst place to live in the south west. While Chippenham neared the...

16.01.2025 7

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Will bus station demolition improve Swindon's town centre?

After the manager of Stagecoach West spoke about how he would be glad to see the town centre bus station demolished and replaced with newer facilities...

15.01.2025 8

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Adver readers praise their favourite local businesses

We gave Adver readers a chance to shout out their favourite local businesses. January can be a tough time for traders as the Christmas rush dies...

12.01.2025 2

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Praise for hundreds of bikers who delivered presents to GWH

Adver readers praised the parade of around 200 bikers who travelled through Swindon to deliver gifts to children at Great Western Hospital. The...

21.12.2024 3

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Christmas market criticism and improvement suggestions

Adver readers have voiced their views on the town centre’s Christmas market after a story highlighted people's disappointment with it. Following...

15.12.2024 6

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Council leader on Oasis plans, budgets and town's future

Despite it being the run-up to Christmas, work is continuing at pace at Swindon Borough Council. We’ve been running our Let’s Talk Swindon events...

13.12.2024 3

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Residents react as Swindon bin collections to be overhauled

Bin day is changing for every house in Swindon, causing frustration for some around the town. From December 27, the first waste and recycling...

22.11.2024 2

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Shock, disgust and outrage as Harry Parker case dropped

News of charges being dropped against a woman suspected of causing the death of 14-year-old Harry Parker has been met with shock and outrage. The...

18.11.2024 5

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Aldi: Shoppers split over new ANPR system in car park

A Wiltshire Aldi adding ANPR cameras to its car park has split opinion among Adver readers. Shoppers can stay at the Malmesbury store for up to 90...

13.11.2024 3

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Swindon Adver readers react to Trump winning US election

Donald Trump will soon serve a second term as President of the United States of America. The 78-year-old Republican Party leader’s election-day...

06.11.2024 3

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Is it too soon for Christmas decorations in Swindon?

A Christmas tree has been spotted in Swindon less than 24 hours after Halloween ends. The end of the spooky season saw a swift switch from horror...

05.11.2024 3

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Mixed views about plan for new Swindon entertainment venue

A proposal for a new entertainment venue which could be built in the town centre has been met with a mixture of cautious optimism and wary...

02.11.2024 2

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Greggs: Should dogs be allowed into any food shops?

A Greggs customer’s frustration with being told to leave because she had brought a dog inside has sparked a debate about whether pets should be...

26.10.2024 5

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Swindon Designer Outlet bus lane: Who is at fault?

News of the latest Swindon visitors to fall foul of the Designer Outlet bus lane and vow to never return sparked a debate among Adver readers....

22.10.2024 4

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WHAT YOU SAID: Crash sparks debate on speed limits

A recent crash on Queens Drive sparked debate about why these accidents happen so often on Swindon's roads. Rebecca Clements called for the speed...

20.10.2024 4

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Swindon Regent Circus: How to transform ailing site

AFTER a Swindon businessman suggested that Regent Circus’ could be used as a music venue, Adver readers had their own suggestions for the mostly-...

15.10.2024 2

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Asda: Shoppers say mould is one of 'many' issues in Swindon

The sight of mould growing on a Swindon supermarket’s shelves sparked disgust and outrage from Adver readers. A mum-of-two spotted the unpleasant...

01.10.2024 4

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