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Macmillan Coffee Morning 1000 734 Liz Matthews

Macmillan Coffee Morning

Join us this Friday as we transform our Parish Room into a welcoming pop-up cafĂ© for a morning of coffee, cake and community spirit, all in support of Macmillan Cancer Support. Come along and enjoy a delicious slice of cake and a hot drink while catching up with friends, neighbours and fellow residents. There will…

11 Bags Collected for World Cleanup Day 2026! 2560 1914 Liz Matthews

11 Bags Collected for World Cleanup Day 2026!

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us on Sunday morning for World Cleanup Day in Abbey Meads. Meeting at the Village Green Play Area, volunteers spent the morning working their way across a large part of Abbey Meads, helping to make our community cleaner, greener and more enjoyable for everyone. Joining the litter…

Charity Curry & Quiz Night in support of CALM 1050 1011 Liz Matthews

Charity Curry & Quiz Night in support of CALM

Our Charity Curry & Quiz Night in support of CALM (Campaign Against Living Miserably) was not only a sell-out, it was an absolutely fantastic evening! Guests enjoyed a delicious meal provided by the wonderful team at Taste of Bharat, tested their local knowledge with a fun-filled Swindon-themed quiz, and shared plenty of laughter throughout the…

Pedestrians First. Always! 1050 1050 Liz Matthews

Pedestrians First. Always!

At a recent Full Council meeting, a resident raised concerns about the increasing use of e-bikes on shared pathways and walkways. Issues highlighted included excessive speed, pedestrians feeling startled when bikes approach, and particular challenges for older residents who may not hear bells or warnings in time. In response, Haydon Wick Parish Council has launched…

Haydon Wick Parish Council Seeks Views on Accessible Outdoor Space for Teenagers and Adults with SEND 1050 1050 Liz Matthews

Haydon Wick Parish Council Seeks Views on Accessible Outdoor Space for Teenagers and Adults with SEND

Haydon Wick Parish Council is inviting residents, families, carers, teenagers and adults with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), local organisations and the wider community to share their views on the possible development of an accessible outdoor play and activity space. The Parish Council is exploring whether there is a local need for a dedicated…

Haydon Wick Parish Council Strengthens Its Commitment to the Armed Forces Community 1860 1392 Liz Matthews

Haydon Wick Parish Council Strengthens Its Commitment to the Armed Forces Community

Haydon Wick Parish Council has taken an important step in strengthening its support for the Armed Forces community by formally signing the Armed Forces Covenant as part of its journey towards Bronze recognition under the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme. The Covenant was officially signed this morning by the Chairman of Haydon Wick Parish Council, Councillor…

Building a Stronger, More Resilient Community Together đź’™ 2016 1512 Liz Matthews

Building a Stronger, More Resilient Community Together đź’™

A huge thank you to everyone who attended today’s first Community Emergency Plan volunteer meeting! It was fantastic to bring together our volunteers and councillors for an introduction to the project, an opportunity to get to know one another, and to learn more about the role of an Emergency Hub during times of need. The…

Haydon Wick Through Children’s Eyes: Creative Ideas Inspire New Community Mural 1600 1200 Liz Matthews

Haydon Wick Through Children’s Eyes: Creative Ideas Inspire New Community Mural

What was once a tired and graffiti-marked bus shelter at Greenmeadow Shops has been transformed into a colourful celebration of Haydon Wick, inspired by the imagination of local children and brought to life through a true community effort. The story began earlier this year when Haydon Wick Parish Council visited Greenmeadow Primary School to launch…

Summer Extravaganza 2026 – a Fantastic Day of Fun, Music and Community Togetherness 766 540 Liz Matthews

Summer Extravaganza 2026 – a Fantastic Day of Fun, Music and Community Togetherness

Sunny Skies and Community Spirit Shine at Haydon Wick Parish Council Summer Extravaganza (Scroll down for a gallery of images) Residents flocked to the Parish’s annual Summer Event on Saturday, enjoying an afternoon packed with entertainment, community activities, music, food, and fundraising, all under glorious sunshine. Families, friends and neighbours turned out in fantastic numbers,…

Grounds Maintenance Facility Officially Opens  2560 1707 Liz Matthews

Grounds Maintenance Facility Officially Opens 

Haydon Wick Parish Council was proud to officially open its new Grounds Maintenance Facility on Tuesday 28 July, welcoming residents, Leisure Garden plot holders, councillors and staff to celebrate this important milestone. The facility was officially opened by Swindon’s Mayor, Councillor Neil Hopkins, alongside Haydon Wick Parish Council Chairman, Councillor Vinay Manro. More than 50 guests…

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