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Woman, 30s, dies days after being hit by a car in Swindon
A pedestrian has died days after being hit by a car in Swindon. The woman in her 30s, who has yet to be named, was hit by a car on Whitbourne Avenue at around 6.40pm on Thursday, February 22, and taken to hospital. She was initially said
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Diddly Squat Farm hints at second site with mysterious message
Diddly Squat Farm appears to be readying a new site after a mysterious message from the shop owned by Jeremy Clarkson. The farm shop, made popular by the hit Prime Video show Clarkson's, took to social media to announce that “exciting news” is
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ITV I'm A Celebrity reportedly set to 'avoid' these campmates for 2024 series
Although we are still quite a few months away until the return of I’m A Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here! on ITV, bosses are reportedly planning a huge shake-up for the next series. Those in charge of booking the stars to enter the Australian jungle
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Sir David Attenborough presents new major BBC series Mammals - when is it on TV?
From Planet Earth to Wild Isles, Sir David Attenborough has been the legendary voice of many documentaries about nature, science and the human experience. But now the British broadcaster is set to be the star of BBC Studios Natural History Unit's
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Inside one of the 'finest country homes in the area' available for £6.5million
Siddington House, a period house and estate, with a helipad, helicopter hangar, tennis courts and four ancillary cottages, has gone up for sale near Swindon. The property, labelled as an equestrian facility, in Siddington just one-mile from Cirencester's
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Shoppers flock to new Swindon market on opening day
A new market at a Swindon shopping centre has been hailed a success - but is only the start, say its organisers. The owners of Sugar Shack launched the Orbital Market on Saturday, February 24 and it will now take place monthly. Around 30 businesses
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LISTED: Highest, lowest and 'average' council tax bills in every part of Swindon
Council tax bills will start arriving on doormats across Swindon next month in advance of the new rates, which take effect from April 1. There are actually 160 different amounts that residents will be asked to pay over the year, the tax is calculated
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All you need to know as Cheese and Chilli Festival returns to Lydiard Park
A food festival will be returning to Swindon for its sixth year this summer. The Cheese and Chilli Festival will be staged in Lydiard Park on the July 6 and 7, featuring spicy eating competitions, live food demonstrations and music. It follows
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Swindon mould specialists on why you shouldn't ignore damp in your home
Mould experts have warned of the health risks caused by ignoring growing damp around your home. John Davis started Emerald Damp Specialists with his partner eight years ago and has seen so much demand from tenants and homeowners since then that
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Who might win King's new constituency at next General Election
Of all the changes to parliamentary constituencies to Swindon and Wiltshire, the most seismic has to be that affecting North Wiltshire. As currently set up, the constituency stretches from just west of Bath, wrapping around the towns of Corsham
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Shock as murder probe launched in 'lovely neighbourhood'
Neighbours in Rodbourne say they are shocked by a murder investigation happening on their doorstep. A man in his 50s was found dead by emergency services when they rushed to Westbourne Court in the early hours of Sunday morning, following allegations
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How to reduce your risk of cardiovascular disease in just 15 minutes
An expert has shared four ways you can reduce your risk of cardiovascular disease in just 15 minutes. Spending our day at a desk can be very damaging to our health but just 15 minutes can reverse the damage, a new study has revealed. 481,688
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The UK's most popular chocolate bar has been revealed
From the likes of Cadbury's Boost and Crunchie to Nestle's KitKat and Smarties the most popular chocolate bars in the UK for 2024 have been revealed. There are so many chocolate bars to choose from these days with the likes of Cadbury, Mars and
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Man, 30s, arrested on suspicion of murder in Swindon
A man has been arrested on suspicion of murder after an early-hours incident. The victim, a man in his 50s, was found dead at the scene after police and the emergency services were called to a 'serious assault' in Westbourne Court in Rodbourne
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BT to make huge change that will affect more than 30 million customers
Telecoms giant BT has shared plans for their phone services that will affect more than 30 million UK customers. The change of services will see BT shut down its traditional analogue landline service and make the step towards internet-based service
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Strictly's Annabel Croft offers support to GMB's Kate Garraway
Strictly Come Dancing’s Annabel Croft has offered her support to Good Morning Britain’s Kate Garraway, following the loss of her husband Derek Draper. Derek died last month at the age of 56 after he became “critically ill” following a cardiac arrest
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King Charles's gardener shares how to get your garden ready for Spring
A senior gardener to King Charles has shared how to get your garden ready for Spring. There's no better time to start preparing your garden for better weather now that Winter is on its way out. Jack Stocks, the King's senior garden, has worked
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I tried some walking workouts and now I have no excuse to be lazy
Working from home has made me somewhat lazy when it comes to getting up and exercising since I spend eight hours at my desk a day but I’m conscious that I need to make a change. So, when I discussed my average daily step count with my colleagues
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Call the Midwife's Matthew faces emotional shock as drama returns
BBC’s popular drama Call the Midwife is set to return this Sunday after a two-week break left many fans disappointed. The show was postponed due to the Bafta’s Film Awards taking place on Sunday, February 18, seeing Call the Midwife forced to change
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'I want to achieve something with Swindon' - Bycroft
Jack Bycroft said that he was desperate to achieve something during his time with Swindon Town following their 0-0 draw with Stockport County. The former Southampton goalkeeper had his best display in a Swindon shirt at Edgeley Park, pulling off
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Full list of all the Boots stores set to close in 2024 across the UK
High street giant Boots is expected to close down a dozen shops across the UK in 2024. It comes as the brand previously announced in summer of 2023, that they would be shutting down some stores as the aim to keep to close some 300 stores across
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Why condensation is forming on your windows and how to stop it
Many of us will be noticing condensation on our windows as we try and cut down on the amount of time we have our heating on for this year. Condensation can damage your windows and furniture, and it can also cause mould which could be detrimental
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All the death notices published in the Swindon Advertiser this week
The Swindon Advertiser has published six death notices in the last seven days. Every week, the Swindon Advertiser publishes death notices and funeral announcements from the families of loved ones who have passed away. As well as appearing in
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Three barns at listed farmhouse set to be converted under new plans
Three barns in the same yard around a listed farmhouse can be converted into accommodation - either as a home or for holidays. The owners of Grove Farmhouse, a Grade II-listed building, and its associated barns at the end of Grove Cottages and
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Why popular pub in Swindon town centre has closed temporarily
A Swindon town centre pub has temporarily closed as it prepares to celebrate its birthday. The Waiting Room on Fleet Street is currently covered in scaffolding as a major refurbishment is underway. The staff plan to welcome customers back inside
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Mystery surrounds future of Swindon Caribbean takeaway
A Caribbean takeaway that opened less than a year ago appears to have closed. CrossKitchenn opened on Rodbourne Road in March 2023, bringing with it jerk chicken and a community-focused mission to help fight growing issues with knife crime in
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Graduate 'high on laughing gas' kicked policeman at Swindon station
A train passenger said to be high on laughing gas assaulted a police officer at Swindon railway station. Lauren Williams, of Woodlands Avenue in Merthyr, Wales, had been travelling through Swindon on her way to a concert in London at around 11.30pm
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RSPCA gives update on Swindon cat 'poisoning' deaths investigation
Four cats died within hours of each other in the same Swindon street due to 'underlying heart conditions', the RSPCA has said. On August 11 last year, four cats from three households in Emerald Crescent, Abbey Farm, died and were thought to have
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Swindon friends hit the bullseye with new shop
A new business is set to open in Swindon with a focus on all things darts. Businesswoman Hannah Ellis and her friend Emma Van Leer are embarking on a new venture together - the Swindon Darts Hub. The idea is for there to be a store that services
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Historic Swindon bridge 'uncovered' for first time in 60 years
'A bit of Swindon history' hidden from view has been uncovered after 60 years. For decades the Swindon to Highworth Light Railway, Kingsdown Road B4141 overbridge looking north towards Highworth has been hidden by plant overgrowth and vegetation
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Swindon revealed as the best place for 'flipping a house'
Swindon has been crowned as the best place to 'flip' a home. Flipping is a real estate strategy that involves buying homes, renovating them, and selling them for a profit in a short period. The study from the firm AB Drylining concluded that
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Strictly's Amy Dowden shares huge health update
Strictly Come Dancing’s Amy Dowden has shared a huge health update with "words I dreamed of", telling fans there is “no evidence of disease” after her latest health check following cancer treatment. The 33-year-old was diagnosed with breast cancer
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Swindon players rated after goalless draw at Stockport
Swindon Town drew 0-0 for the second time this season as they earned a draw away from home against automatic promotion-chasing Stockport County. The home team dictated most of the play and had several strong chances that required big saves from