Afternoon, Swindon! There’s plenty happening around town this week, with fireworks, live entertainment and some great local deals to make the most of.
Short on time? My pick of the week is Lydiard Park Fireworks Spectacular - expect a brilliant evening of fireworks, a bonfire, fairground rides and live music. And if you’re looking for a cheaper activity, Hollywood Bowl is offering 50% off bowling for weekend sessions!
Also in today’s newsletter: five more things to do, the latest local news, and some brilliant food and drink deals to snap up.
📅 5 things to do this week
Fireworks Credit: Craig Adderley via Pexels
🎭 Jane Eyre takes on the theatre £26
Charlotte Brontë's classic novel comes to the stage at Swindon Arts Centre. Follow Jane's story in this theatrical adaptation of one of literature's best-loved novels.
When: Friday 6 November, 7.30pm· Where: Swindon Arts Centre, SN1 4BJ
Book your tickets
🕊️ Remembrance Sunday at Regent Circus · FREE
Join the local community at Swindon's annual Remembrance Sunday service, everyone is welcome to attend the service at the Cenotaph.
When: Sunday 8 November, 11am· Where: Regent Circus, Swindon
Find out more
🕯️ Candlelight: A Tribute to Queen · from £13
This special candlelit concert will bring some of the band's biggest hits to life in a beautiful atmospheric setting.
When: 7 November - 19 December· Where: Christ Church, SN1 3HB
Book the concert
Maddie’s Pick:
🎆 Lydiard Park Fireworks Spectacular £6
Bonfire Night celebrations are back at Lydiard Park! Expect an evening packed with fireworks, a bonfire, fairground rides and live music.
When: Saturday 7 November· Where: Lydiard Park, SN5 3PA
Visit their website
💃 Festive Drag Bingo £18
Fancy something a little different for Friday night? Get an early taste of Christmas with drag bingo hosted by Dixie Normous! Expect festive tunes, bingo prizes worth up to £450, two-for-one Christmas cocktails and a DJ until midnight.
When: Friday 6 November, 7pm· Where: DoubleTree by Hilton, SN5 8UZ
Check it out
3 things to know
Lydiard Park's apple harvest turned into local treats. Apples picked from the park's historic gardens are being used to create a new range of handmade preserves in collaboration with a local Wiltshire producer, giving the seasonal harvest a new lease of life. Find out more
Swindon sets out its green ambitions. Beavers, 2,500 new trees and plans for electric vehicle charging were among the topics discussed at Swindon's recent Community Day for Climate and Nature. Read more here
GWH is looking for local volunteers. Great Western Hospital is inviting people to help carry out patient-led care checks during November, looking at areas including cleanliness, privacy and dignity. Find out how to get involved.
Discounts & Offers
Kids Eat Free at Pausa Café. Taking the kids out for lunch? Pausa Café at Dunelm Swindon is offering free children's meals, making it a cheaper option for a family lunch. Visit their website
Get £10 off your Christmas shopping at Dobbies! Enjoy £5 off when you spend £25 or £10 off a £50 shop, alongside festive treats, demonstrations and entertainment. Find out more
Get 20% Off at Da Vinci. Da Vinci is offering 20% off online orders over £15 every Tuesday when you use the code TUE20. You can also get 10% off orders over £10 with code DV1. Order online and save
Get Chicken for £10 at Harvester! Harvester is offering selected chicken dishes for just £10 every Tuesday. You'll need to sign up to its free Flavour Rewards club to take advantage of the deal. Read more here
Get 50% Off Bowling at Hollywood Bowl! Head to Hollywood Bowl Swindon for 50% off standard bowling games when you book a session before 10am. Just use the code EARLYBIRD50 at checkout. Check it out
Things we love
Space Station Pudsey is landing in Swindon
I headed along to the press conference to get a sneak peek at what's in store for this out-of-this-world sci-fi fundraiser for BBC Children in Need!
From iconic characters to special appearances, there's plenty to look forward to when it lands at Swindon Designer Outlet on 13–14 November.
That's it from me this week. If you spot me at Open Studios, come and say hello.
One question for you: What are your favourite Christmas activities to do in Swindon? Hit reply and tell me. I read every one, and the best answers make next week's email.
Keep it local,
Maddie x
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