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Alternative names: Population: 185.6 thous.Area: 15.44 mi²Elevation: 364 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 51°33'36"N, 1°46'52"W
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Swindon Attractions - What to See and Explore

Swindon offers many attractions and places to visit. Here are the most important ones: Museum of the Great Western Railway, Swindon Stadium, Coate Water, Wilts & Berks Canal. Below you will find a complete list of places worth visiting.

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    Museum • Specialty museum

    Museum of the Great Western Railway

    STEAM – Museum of the Great Western Railway, also known as Swindon Steam Railway Museum, is located at the site of the old railway works in Swindon, England – Wiltshire's 'railway town'. The museum opened in 2000 and replaced the former GWR Museum, which was located on Faringdon Road in Swindon, which had opened on 22 June 1962.

  • abbey house swindon
    Arenas and stadiums • Sport venue • Sport

    Swindon Stadium

    Swindon Stadium, also known as the Abbey Stadium, is a Greyhound Board of Great Britain regulated greyhound racing track and speedway track in Blunsdon, Swindon, England.

  • coate water swindon
    Park • Nature and wildlife • Body of water

    Coate Water

    Coate Water is a country park situated 5 km to the southeast of central Swindon, England, near junction 15 of the M4. It takes its name from its main feature, a reservoir originally built to provide water for the Wilts & Berks Canal.

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    51°32'57"N • 1°48'13"W

    Wilts & Berks Canal

    The Wilts & Berks Canal is a canal in the historic counties of Wiltshire and Berkshire, England, linking the Kennet and Avon Canal at Semington, near Melksham, to the River Thames at Abingdon. The North Wilts Canal merged with it to become a branch to the Thames and Severn Canal at Latton near Cricklade.

  • museum of computing swindon
    Museum • Specialty museum

    Museum of Computing

    The Museum of Computing in Swindon, England is dedicated to preserving and displaying examples of early computers. It was the first United Kingdom museum exclusively dedicated to the history of computing and opened in February 2003.

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    Church

    Christ Church

    Christ Church is a grade II* listed church in Cricklade Street, Swindon, Wiltshire, England. It was built in 1851 to a design by George Gilbert Scott. The church is one of two major buildings in Old Town, the other being the old town hall, only a few minutes walk away.

  • lydiard park swindon
    Park • Vernacular architecture

    Lydiard Park

    Lydiard Park is a 260-acre country park at Lydiard Tregoze, which was its formal name, about 3 miles west of central Swindon, Wiltshire, England, near Junction 16 of the M4 motorway.

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    City hall

    Swindon Town Hall

    Swindon Town Hall is a former municipal building in Swindon, England which was built in to be a centrepiece of New Swindon. It is currently used by Swindon Dance, a National Dance Agency. It is a Grade II listed building.

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    Museum • Art museum

    Swindon Art Gallery

    Swindon Museum and Art Gallery is located in Swindon, Wiltshire, England, in a listed building on the corner of Bath Road and Victoria Road in Swindon's Old Town. The Swindon Art Gallery has a collection of 20th-century British art which was established in 1944 by a local benefactor, H.J.P.

  • wanborough swindon
    Area

    Wanborough

    Wanborough is a large village and civil parish in the borough of Swindon, Wiltshire, England. The village is about 3.5 miles southeast of Swindon town centre.

  • mouldon hill country park swindon
    Park

    Mouldon Hill Country Park

    Mouldon Hill Country Park is a country park to the north west of the town centre of Swindon, within the parish of Haydon Wick and close to Thamesdown Drive. It is owned and managed by Swindon Borough Council.

  • lydiard house swindon
    Museum

    Lydiard House

    Lydiard Park is a 260-acre country park at Lydiard Tregoze, which was its formal name, about 3 miles west of central Swindon, Wiltshire, England, near Junction 16 of the M4 motorway.

  • holy rood church swindon
    Church • Gothic Revival architecture

    Holy Rood Church

    Holy Rood Church is a Roman Catholic parish church in Swindon, Wiltshire, England. It was founded in 1851 as a chapel and was rebuilt as a church in 1905. It is situated on the corner of Groundwell Road and Lincoln Street in the centre of the town.

  • st marks church swindon
    Church • Gothic Revival architecture

    St Mark's Church

    St Mark's Church is in Church Place, Swindon, Wiltshire, England. It is an active Anglican parish church in the deanery of Swindon, the archdeaconry of Malmesbury, and the diocese of Bristol. Its benefice is united with those of St Aldhelm, Swindon, St Luke, Swindon, and St Saviour, Swindon, to form the benefice of Swindon New Town.

  • st augustines church swindon
    Architecture • Church

    St Augustine's Church

    The Church of St. Augustine is an Anglican parish church in Even Swindon, an area of the town of Swindon, Wiltshire, England. The church was built to serve the spiritual needs of people moving to Swindon because of the Great Western Railway Works.

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    Church

    St Mary's Church

    St Mary's Church is in the village of Purton in north Wiltshire, England. It is an active Anglican parish church in the Diocese of Bristol. It is one of only three churches in England to have both a western tower and a central spire. It has been designated a Grade I listed building by English Heritage.

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    Concerts and shows • Theater

    Swindon Arts Centre

    Swindon Arts Centre is a 212-seat entertainment venue located in the Old Town area of Swindon, Wiltshire, England. It opened in 1956. The Swindon Arts Centre is situated at the heart of Swindon's Old Town on Devizes Road.

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    Concerts and shows • Theater

    Wyvern Theatre

    The Wyvern Theatre in Swindon, Wiltshire, is named after the mythical wyvern which was once the emblem of the kings of Wessex. It was opened on 7 September 1971 by Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip. It is managed on behalf of Swindon Borough Council by Wyvern Theatre Ltd, a subsidiary of HQ Theatres Ltd.

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    Village • Area

    Wroughton

    Wroughton is a large village and civil parish in northeast Wiltshire, England. It is part of the Borough of Swindon and lies along the A4361 road between Swindon and Avebury; the road into Swindon crosses the M4 motorway between junctions 15 and 16.

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Swindon – popular in the area (distance from the center)

In the vicinity of Swindon, it's worth seeing attractions such as: Stowe House, Stourhead, Didcot Railway Centre (Didcot).

  • stowe house46 milesNE
    18th-century garden with lakes and temples

    Stowe House

    Steeped in history and grandeur, Stowe House is a quintessential example of British heritage and architecture. This prestigious country house, located in Buckinghamshire, England, has been transformed into a museum that allows visitors to step back in time...

  • stourhead39 milesSW
    Scenic walking areas, Garden, History museum

    Stourhead

    Nestled in the verdant Wiltshire countryside, Stourhead is a stunning example of an 18th-century English landscape garden. This picturesque estate, with its classical architecture and tranquil lake, is often referred to as a living work of art.

  • didcot railway centre23 milesE
    Museum

    Didcot Railway Centre, Didcot

    In the heart of Oxfordshire, nestled within the bustling town of Didcot, lies a treasured homage to Britain's rich railway heritage - the Didcot Railway Centre. This museum is a must-visit for train enthusiasts and history buffs alike, offering an immersive journey...

  • cotswold wildlife park burford16 milesN
    Landscaped parkland filled with animals

    Cotswold Wildlife Park, Burford

    Nestled in the heart of the Oxfordshire countryside, Cotswold Wildlife Park is a tranquil escape into the animal kingdom, situated near the picturesque town of Burford, United Kingdom. This expansive wildlife park, set within the beautiful gardens of Bradwell Grove...

  • de vere wokefield estate34 milesE
    Golf, Convention center

    De Vere Wokefield Estate

    Nestled in the picturesque Berkshire countryside, De Vere Wokefield Estate presents a serene getaway that combines historic charm with modern luxury. At the heart of this sprawling 250-acre estate lies its crown jewel—a meticulously maintained 18-hole championship...

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Best Time To Visit Swindon

Learn when is the best time to travel to Swindon weather-wise and what to expect in each season.

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June is the most popular and therefore the most crowded month to visit this location. Many people also choose to visit in May, July and August.

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The highest air temperature is in June, July and August. While the coldest is in January and February.

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The lowest rainfall is recorded in February, April, May and July. Most of it rains in January, November and December.

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We can expect the longest days in June, while the shortest in December.

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What are the top attractions to visit in Swindon?

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What is the best time to visit Swindon?

June is the most popular and therefore the most crowded month to visit this location. Many people also choose to visit in May, July and August. The highest air temperature is in June, July and August. While the coldest is in January and February.

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