Swindon Viewpoint

14/04/2026

A detailed summary of the importance of the Carriageworks in Swindon: -

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1XCJB72iBB/

The Carriage Works at Swindon The Carriage Works is of course listed nationally as of historical significance and is considered one of the earliest, most interesting and substantial purpose-built industrial workshops in the country. It is arguable however that the carriage shops are part...

13/04/2026

The Cricketers (1846) is one of the oldest pubs in New Swindon. It has recently been undergoing a major restoration by Swindon Heritage Preservation. Here is a glimpse of the work achieved so far, - and that still to do.

https://swindonviewpoint.com/video/the-cricketers-re-opening/

06/04/2026

After the successful event last weekend, many people have been in touch who couldn't make the cinema screening of 'Railway Town', asking where else they can see it. There are currently no imminent plans for the big screen at the moment, but you can pick up a copy of the film here: https://viewpointcommunitymedia.org.uk/shop/

30/03/2026

This weekend marked the 40th anniversary of the momentus closure of Swindon Works. Community groups organised a commemorative event at Steam Museum, with exhibitions, screenings and interesting talks. This short video captures the flavour of some of these, - primarily the Saturday, and of course includes the ho**er!

Catch our summary here: https://swindonviewpoint.com/video/last-blast-40/

29/03/2026

A momentus event it was when Swindon Works closed exactly 40 years ago. Viewpoint arranged a public debate at the time and here is an excerpt. The full debate is also on the Viewpoint website if you do a search with the term 'debate'.

Excerpts from public debate held by the rail works defence committee after the announcement of impending closure of Swindon Works.

29/03/2026

Thanks to everyone who came for the film 'Railway Town' - it was a great turnout - and thanks for the many kind words afterwards.

26/03/2026

Last call for tickets to catch a screening of this film.

24/03/2026

Fast approaching, get your tickets at Steam https://www.steam-museum.org.uk/.../railway-town-film.../

14/03/2026

Called by some 'The film event of the year for Swindon' - The only feature length film made about Swindon and its story is showing on the big screen at Great Western Hall in Steam museum at 7pm on Friday 27th March. It sold out and gained a standing ovation from the audience when last shown on the big screen at the Wyvern.

Get your tickets (£8) for this award winning film here...

STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway Railway Town Film Screening - STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway

Join us for this screening of Martin Parry’s Railway Town (1986), a comprehensive account of Swindon’s history, from the coming of the Great Western Railway in 1841.

07/03/2026

A wistful ode to Swindon people

A wistful Ode to Swindon, written by Andy Partridge of XTC, and performed by Steve Cox of Mr Love and Justice. Filming and visual design by Martin Parry 58-2625

14/02/2026

Not just Swindon history this, - a lot bigger - but it is made by a Swindon filmmaker. Journey into another time and place altogether:

A portrait of the Marches - Britain's longest and most beautiful border - revealing the landscape and history of this ancient frontier, and tracing the 8th…