TODAY
An Evening With Ricky Hatton, 7.30pm, MECA, Regent Circus, Swindon. £30 - £100. 0844 579 3322. Ricky really needs no introduction. With an impressive record of 48 fights, 45 wins and 32 knock outs, he is widely recognised as the most loved and the most recognised British Boxer of all time. During his career, Ricky fought in front of huge crowds including 55,000 at the Ethiad Stadium against Juan Lazcano and who can forget 2007 when over 20,000 Hatton fans travelled to Las Vegas to watch his battle against Floyd Mayweather? Almost 10 years since that fight you can relive the great man’s career at this unique event. Ricky always delivers a fantastic speech and it has to be heard to be believed. Starting at the beginning of his career the HITMAN takes you through it all, almost as if you were there with him. It is honest, sometimes blunt but very funny whilst leaving nothing out. After his speech the audience will have the chance to ask Ricky about his career in and out of the ring when we host a Q & A with our compere former professional Rugby League player now comedian John Lebbon.
Cirencester Spring Foraging Course, 11am, The Tunnel House Inn, Tarlton Road, Coates, Cirencester. Adult £45, Under 16's £22.50, Under 12's Free. 01981 590604.
Comedy Club, 8pm, The Spotlight Room, Wyvern Theatre, Theatre Square, Swindon. £12. 01793 524481. The massively popular comedy club returns with an enviable line up featuring Chris Betts, Evelyn Mok and headliner Matt Green.
Lunchtime Talk, 12.30pm, Museum & Art Gallery, Bath Road, Swindon. Free. 01793 466556. Join the curator for a free lunchtime tour of our new exhibition which explores portraits, self- portraits and figure studies. There will be a special focus on the work of John Bellany, Gwen John and Leslie Cole.
Nordic Walking and Yoga Weekend, Lower Shaw Farm, Old Shaw Lane, Swindon. £175 - £195. 01793 771080. Nordic walking is a good workout, very sociable, and a wonderful and social way of seeing and enjoying the great outdoors! Whether you are a beginner or already familiar with Nordic Walking and Yoga, this is a weekend for you!
An Art of the People – Ramsbury & Cricklade Potteries, 11am, Museum & Art Gallery, Bath Road, Swindon. Free. 01793 466556. This special exhibition celebrates our two local potteries, Cricklade and Ramsbury. For many years, Ivan and Kay Martin at Cricklade, and Peter Holdsworth at Ramsbury, oversaw potteries that were innovative, authentic, practical and commercially influential. This exhibition explores their ethos and impact and includes ceramics and photographs from Swindon Museum and Art Gallery and from private collections. Co-curated with Mike Yates, author of recent guides to both potteries.
Highworth Community Cinema, 7.45pm, St Michael’s Hall, Lechlade Road, Highworth. £5 including tea/coffee and biscuits. 01793 763907.
Beginners Line Dance Classes, 10am, PIPS, St John’s Church Hall Whitbourne Avenue, Swindon. £6. 01793 320040.
Kids Tennis Coaching, 4pm, Highworth Tennis Club, Highworth Recreation Centre, The Elms, Highworth. £5.75. 07834 088038.
Matt Ward Karate, 5.30pm, Watchfield Village Hall, Chapel Hill, Shrivenham. First lesson free. 07774 645476.
Swindon Vixens Learning Disability Netball Club, 6pm, Dorcan Dome, Dorcan Recreation Centre St Paul’s Drive Covingham, Swindon. 0. 01793 423134.
Bingo, 7pm, Bowls Club, Tanners Close, Royal Wootton Bassett. Free entry. 01249816880.
Swindon Artists’ Forum, 10am to 5pm, The Brunel Centre, Swindon. Free. 07943 382169.
babyballet Swindon, 9am, Christ Church Community Centre, Cricklade Street, Old Town, Swindon. £5. 00 per class.http://www.babyballet.co.uk/3225.
Children’s Ballroom & Latin Dance Class for beginners, 4.45pm, The Dance Studio, The Marsh, Wanborough. 07747606501.
Fitsteps Class, 10am, The Dance Studio, The Marsh, Wanborough. 07747606501
Sivananda Style Yoga for beginners, 6am, The Yoga Shak, Crowood House, Gypsy Lane, Swindon. £10. 07597 990223.
Youth Club, 7pm, Broad Hinton Village Hall, Yew Tree Lane, Broad Hinton. £2. 01793 731968.
Swindon Karting F1, 4pm, Swindon Karting, Wroughton, Swindon. £5. 01793 814340. Fiver Friday with karting for juniors followed by adults only at 6pm.
Cirencester Antiques & Collectables Market, 8am, The Corn Hall, Market Place, Cirencester. Free entry. 01264 393225.
Tai Chi Beginners’ Class, 11am, Liddington Village Hall, Church Road, Liddington, Swindon. £4. 01672 512807. Tai Chi is an old Chinese discipline which was developed to improve health, also a form of moving meditation, gently corrects posture and increases flexibility of the joints.
Walking Netball, 11am, Grange Leisure Centre, Grange Drive, Stratton St Margaret, Swindon. £3. 01793 423134. Slowed down version of the game of netball, designed for anyone looking to exercise in a relaxed, supportive, friendly environment and is suitable for all ages and abilities.
SATURDAY
Carnival Quiz, 7.30pm, Purton Club, 9 Station Road, Purton, Swindon. £10 per team. Bring a team of up to 6 to battle it out in this varied quiz.
Celebrating Our Oaks Photography Exhibition, 10am, Westonbirt The National Arboretum, (A433 three miles south east of Tetbury), Tetbury. Free after admission. 01842 814612.
Herons in the tree tops, 10am, Coate Water Country Park, Marlborough Road, Swindon. Free. 01793 490150. The young herons will have hatched at Coate Water’s Nature Reserve. You’ll watch them from the hides as they are fed by their parents, and learn more about these beautiful birds. This is a very popular event with limited spaces please book early to avoid disappointment. Meet at Coate Water Rangers Cottage. Please bring waterproofs & binoculars. Not suitable for dogs or wheelchair users. Event leader Ian Barker Limited numbers, so please book early.
Jumble Sale, 2pm, Great Bedwyn Village Hall, Frog Lane, Great Bedwyn, Marlborough. Free. 07768 732263.
Jumble, teas, cake, tombola and raffle... All raising funds for Great Bedwyn Youth Group
Ogbourne St. George Jumble Sale, 10am, Ogbourne Primary School, High Street Ogbourne St. George, Marlborough. 50p. 07771 733326.
The Wind in the Willows, 7.30pm, Wyvern Theatre, Theatre Square, Swindon. £16.50. 01793 524481. Rising Aspirations Academy of Performing Arts present The Wind in the Willows! Join Ratty, Badger, Mole and the impulsive Toad in this joyous comedy, as they embark on a series of riotous adventures spiralling from Toad’s insatiable need for speed! With his beloved home under threat from the notorious Chief Weasel and his gang of sinister Wild Wooders, Toad must attempt a daring escape leading to a series of misadventures and a heroic battle to recapture Toad Hall. With a gloriously British score, exuberant choreography and lovable characters, The Wind in the Willows brings an explosion of anarchy, comedy and heart for the whole family!
Family Drop-In Workshop – Mother’s Day, 11am, Museum & Art Gallery, Bath Road, Swindon. £3. 01793 466556. Make your Mum feel extra special this Mother’s Day by making a lovely present and card just for her. Family drop in craft workshop - £3 per child. Please note: This workshop is offered on a first come first serve basis and if busy, you may have to wait a short while to take part. Some activities are unsuitable for small children. Parental guidance needed at all times.
Meet the Railway Workers, 10am, STEAM, Fire Fly Avenue, Swindon. Free after admission. 01793 466637. Every two weeks. Meet the Railway Workers takes place fortnightly on Saturdays. Whatever your age, our friendly team of volunteers will add to the STEAM experience as you tour the Museum. They will welcome you aboard three famous locomotives: No. 4073 Caerphilly Castle, No. 3717 City of Truro, and No. 6000 King George V! You’ll even get to find out how the controls worked on the great engines! Expect to hear some fascinating anecdotes of what it was like to be a GWR engine driver, fireman or labourer; or an engineer, craftsman or office worker at one of the ‘Shops’ inside GWR’s Swindon Works.
Matt Ward Karate, 11.30am, Croft Primary School Hall, Marlborough Lane, Swindon. First lesson free. 07774 645476
Swindon Music Festival, 9am, Arts Centre, Devizes Road, Old Town, Swindon. 01793 524481. Platform for amateur performance in all fields of music for all ages through competition. For details of classes and full price list visit swindonmusicfestival.co.uk
Visions of Lydiard, 11am, Lydiard House & Park, Lydiard Park, Lydiard Tregoze, Swindon. Standard Admission applies. 01793 770401. The exhibition explores the evolution of Lydiard House through a selection of paintings and photographs, illustrating the last 70 years of the estate’s rich history. T
Celebrating Our Oaks Photography Exhibition, 10am, Westonbirt The National Arboretum, (A433 three miles south east of Tetbury),Tetbury. Free after admission. 01842 814612. The exhibition was launched by Action Oak in partnership with the International Garden Photographer of the Year (IGPOTY), to celebrate the UK’s wonderful oak trees through photography and raise awareness of the Action Oak initiative. Action Oak is a unique collaboration of partners including charities, governments, landowners and research institutions, dedicated to protecting oak trees for future generations. The aim of the exhibition is to spread awareness of the mission of Action Oak and to raise funds to help research and conservation activities, as the UK oak is now facing a fight for survival. Visitors to the National Arboretum in March will be able to enjoy 20 stunning photographs from the IGPOTY competition finalists and celebrities with a passion for oak trees.
Saturday Movers, 9am, Swindon Dance, Regent Circus, Swindon. 01793 601700. Tiny Movers, Little Movers and Mega Movers are classes for children aged three to 10 years, focussing on movement, musicality and fun developing creativity and imagination.
babyballet Swindon, 9am, Christ Church Community Centre, Cricklade Street, Old Town, Swindon. £5.
Coached Swimming - Swindon Triathlon Club, 4.30pm, Health Hydro, Milton Road, Swindon. Swindon Triathlon Club swim training with qualified professional coaches.
Tiny Toes ballet and modern dance, noon, Estelle School of Dance, Immanuel Church Hall, Upham Road, Swindon. Dance classes for two to four-year-old. 01793 520420.
Fight Klub® Swindon, 9am, Redhouse Community Centre, Frankel Avenue, Swindon. £7 07871 441 691. Boxing workout.
Sunday
Jess Robinson, 8pm, Arts Centre, Devizes Road, Old Town, Swindon. £14.50. 01793 524481. Multi-award-winning Jess Robinson is back with a new show! With more spot-on celebrity impressions, musical comedy and stunning vocal gymnastics. Jess takes you on a dizzying journey through hilarious improvised musical impressions, serving up a feast of styles and genres from classical to rock to hip hop showcasing the voices of all your favourite celebs.
Mid Wilts Ramblers : Hartmoor, Five Lanes, Drews Pond and Hillworth Park, 10am, Devizes Central Car Park, Maryport Street, Devizes. 01380 726 370. Meet Devizes central car park at 10am Bring refreshments. 6.5 miles.
Mother's Day Afternoon Tea, 2pm, Lydiard House & Park, Lydiard Park, Lydiard Tregoze, Swindon. £19.95pp. 01793 770401. The Lydiard House presents a special Mothering Sunday Traditional Afternoon Tea in our Luxborough Suite with Harpist Christine Kinder setting a lovely, relaxing atmosphere.
Mother's Day Tea & Tour, 2pm, Wyvern Theatre, Theatre Square, Swindon. £11 - £16. 01793 524481. Let the expert guides lead you behind the curtain to explore the backstage secrets of show business. Tread the boards and see the auditorium from the stars’ point of view. After your tour, relax and enjoy a delicious afternoon tea created by the hospitality team.
Music Quiz, 5:30pm, The Tuppenny, 58-59 Devizes Road, Swindon. £2.Expect a loose theme to be wedged in, a random guest round and all the usual tomfoolery, bad humour and shambolic behaviour.
Mothering Sunday, 1pm, Christ Church, Cricklade Street, Old Town, Swindon. Free. 01793 522832. Visitors to the Burial Ground at Christ Church are invited to accept a daffodil in memory of their loved one and to place the flower on their place of rest, on a grave or in the rose garden.
Back To Netball, 9.45am, Dorcan Sports Hall, Dorcan Recreation Centre St Paul’s Drive Covingham, Swindon. £3 per session. 01793 423134. Back to Netball is ideal for beginners or if you haven’t played in a while. It’s a fun and social way to get fit and stay active.
Ballroom and Latin American Dance Classes, 2.15pm, Cricklade Town Hall, High Street,Cricklade. £15. 01793 325341. Ballroom and Latin dance classes-Beginners/Improvers/Intermediates/Advanced.
Junior Park Run, 9am, Lydiard House & Park, Lydiard Park, Lydiard Tregoze, Swindon. Free. 01793 770401. Two kilometre run for youngsters aged 4 to 14. Please register in advance at www.parkrun.org.uk
Lacock Boot Sale, 6.30am, Off the A350 between Melksham & Chippenham, Lacock, Chippenham. Sellers £6. Buyers 50p per car. 07805 495034.
Bingo, 12pm, RAFA Club, Belle Vue Road, Old Town, Swindon. 01793 201349.
Life Drawing Workshop, 10am, Moose Hall, Eastcott Road, Swindon. £36. 07919 895 195. Supportive, non-judgemental group of artists (hobby & serious) for a full day of figurative art - once a month. www.modelled.me.uk.
MONDAY
Diana Dors: Her Story, 7.30pm, Arts Centre, Devizes Road, Old Town, Swindon. £21.50. 01793 524481.Misty Moon in association with Tarts On Tour presents Diana Dors: Her Story. Diana Dors: Her Story is told by Mandy Winters in her feisty one-woman show that tells of the wit, the openness and the real talent of a woman fighting her way in a world of tough and often unscrupulous men. The show tells the story of how she rose to fame and became a star both in the UK and America. As well as recalling stories from Diana’s career, Mandy will also perform some of the songs that Diana performed in her cabaret performances.
Bright Lights Parent & Toddler Group, 1.30pm, Community Centre @ Christ Church, Cricklade Street, Swindon. Free. 01793 522832.
Micky P Kerr, 8pm, Arts Centre, Devizes Road, Old Town, Swindon. £17.50. 01793 524481.In June 2018 musical comedian, Micky P. Kerr, was rocketed to stardom when he won the hearts of the nation and wowed both Simon Cowell and Andy Murray’s mum with his performances on Britain’s Got Talent. Time has passed and he’s now been brought safely back down to earth and back into his comfort zone as a Z-List Celebrity. In this, his debut solo tour, the now semi- famous Micky invites you to join him for an evening of music, social commentary and, above all, lots of laughs. You will also have the chance to hear exclusive extracts from his BGT memoirs, a diary of what ‘really’ happened backstage during the filming, including juicy gossip and jaw-dropping revelations about some of your favourite household names.
Fostering Information Session, 6:00pm, Committee Room 3, Civic Offices, Euclid Street, Swindon. Free. This is an informal session where you can find out more about becoming a foster carer and an opportunity to ask any questions you have. Some current foster carers will also be there to chat to you about their experiences and what it means to be a foster carer.
Walking Group, 10.30am, Christ Church, Cricklade Street, Swindon. Free. 01793 522832. Excludes bank holidays. Starts at and returns to Christ Church. Refreshments available.
Walking Netball, 6.15pm, Bradon Forest School Sports Hall, The Peak, Purton. £3. 01793 423134.
Deep relaxation for wellbeing session. First session free. Relaxation helps manage anxiety and depression and builds inner resources. Every Monday 6.30 – 7.30 at the Health Hydro. 07775694140 £15. jkelifecoaching.co.uk
Step Out Swindon Covingham Health Walk, 2pm, The St Paul’s Church Centre, St Paul’s Drive, Swindon. Free. 01793 727091.
Step Out Swindon Haydon Gentle Health Walk, 2pm, The Haydon Centre, Thames Avenue Greenmeadow, Swindon. Free. 07824 715983.
Step Out Swindon Lower Shaw Health Walk, 2pm, Lower Shaw Farm, Old Shaw Lane, Swindon. Free. 01793 535759.
Step Out Swindon Penhill Health Walk, 10am, The John Moulton Hall, Penhill Drive, Swindon. Free. 01793 701670.
Beginners Mosaics, 11am, Artsite, The Post Modern, Theatre Square, Swindon. 07910959036. Please book in advance. £40 for four weeks.
Book Club, 7.30pm, Savernake Hall, Savernake Street, Swindon. £2 for coffee. Meets once a month.
Dance Fit Fusion class, 6.30pm, Swindon Dance, Regent Circus, Swindon. £6.20. 01793 601700. Full body aerobic workout incorporating a range of dance styles. No need to book. Every Monday
Fight Klub Swindon, 7pm, SUJU, 28 High Street, Swindon. £7. 07871 441 691.
Fitsteps Fab, 6.45pm, St Mary’s Church Hall, Cheney Manor Road, Rodbourne Cheney, Swindon. £5. 01793 325341. Fitsteps Fab is a Dance workout designed for people who prefer a low impact workout, whilst learning classic dances such as waltz, Foxtrot, Jive etc.....
Jack and Jills Toddlers, 9.30am, Savernake Hall, Savernake Street, Swindon. Friendly and fun toddler group run by volunteers.
Walking Netball, 6.15pm, Bradon Forest School Sports Hall, The Peak, Purton. £3 per session. 01793 423134. Walking Netball is a slowed down version of the game of netball, designed for anyone looking to exercise in a relaxed, supportive, friendly environment and is suitable for all ages and abilities.
Poker Tournament, 8pm, Beehive, 55 Prospect Hill, Old Town, Swindon. 01793 523187. Every Monday evening.
Moredon Netball Club , keep fit and socialise. The club trains in term time every Monday, and plays on Saturdays, at Dorcan School. £2 per match. 07970 162844 or email karen@cdrecruitment.co.uk
Bingo, Royal Wootton Bassett Bowls Club, Tanners Close, Royal Wootton Bassett. 01249816880.
Fitsteps Class, 8pm, The Dance Studio, The Marsh, Wanborough. 07747606501. A fun dance and fitness class based on the moves from Strictly. Suitable for all ages and abilities.
Salsa class, 7.30pm, Swindon Dance, Regent Circus, Swindon. £6, £4.25. 01793 601700. New salsa class for adults 16 plus. Pay as you
go.
Ultimate Core Circuit Class, 6.15pm, Lydiard Millicent village hall, The Green, Swindon. £56. 01793 778310.
Just Friends, 1.45pm, Emlyn Square Community Centre, Emlyn Square, Swindon. 01793 497081. Group for bereaved people meet for chat and a cup of tea or go to the theatre and trips out on the second Monday of each month.
Tai Chi Classes with Graham Pritchard, Community Centre, Savernake Street, Old Town, Swindon. 6.15pm, Every Monday. 07855977904.
Sling Swing, 1pm, Community Centre, Savernake Street, Old Town, Swindon. Fun and funky dance class for parents with baby in a sling.
Tuesday
Swindon Harriers Beginners Running Group, 7.05pm, The Clubhouse, Trackside, The Athletics Track, the County Ground, behind STFC, Swindon. Voluntary donation for non-members. 0775 119 1391. Beginners and beyond is for anyone who want to take up running for the first time or for anyone wanting to get back to running. Meeting every Tuesday evening.
Swindon Gilbert and Sullivan Society rehearsals, Wroughton Workingmen’s club, Devizes Road, Wroughton. Every Tuesday between September and June. New members welcome. For more details visit http://swindongilbertandsullivan.weebly.com/
Ceramics, 6pm, Artsite, The Post Modern, Theatre Square, Swindon. 07841487999. £15.
Mindfulness and Meditation Evening, 6.45pm, Friends Meeting House, 78 Eastcott Hill, Swindon. suggested voluntary donation £4. 07545 583148. Join us for an evening of mindfulness and meditation in the tradition of Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh. Find out more details about who we are and what we do on our website; http://www.mindfulnessinswindon.info
Mosaics, 7.30pm, Artsite, The Post Modern, Theatre Square, Swindon. £10 07765801949. Materials included.
Over 50’s Walking Football, 2pm, Grange Leisure Centre, Stratton, Swindon. £3. (3G pitch) We are short of players, so need anyone who fancy’s a go.
Read more at http://www.wiltshirefa.com/players/walking-football#EhTdk7glCZM2q92H.99
Walking Netball, 7pm, Dorcan Dome, Dorcan Recreation Centre, St Paul’s Drive Covingham, Swindon. £3. 01793 423134. Slowed down version of the game of netball, designed for anyone looking to exercise in a relaxed, supportive, friendly environment and is suitable for all ages and abilities.
Road Running, 7pm, Haydon Centre, Thames Avenue Haydon Wick, Swindon. 50p for non-members. 01793 536429. Swindon Harriers Running group all abilities.
Yin Yoga, 6.30pm, Integral Yoga Studio, Swindon Road, Swindon. £7. 07900 693303. Yin Yoga is a less dynamic form of yoga for those looking to improve and increase their range of movement and flexibility.
Over 50’s Walking Football, 2pm, Grange Leisure Centre, Stratton, Swindon. £3. Tuesdays (3G pitch) Anyone who fancy’s a go welcome. /www.wiltshirefa.com/players/walking-football#EhTdk7glCZM2q92H.99
Pilates Barre, 7pm, Swindon Dance, Regent Circus, Swindon. £42. 01793 601700. Total Barre integrates Pilates, Cardio, Dance and Strength training in a high energy and dynamic class. Total Barre is designed to emphasize the correct biomechanics of movement to increase strength, flexibility, stamina and dynamic stability- all set to music. Safe, motivational and fun.
Sword fencing - Swindon Fencing Club, 7pm, Link Centre, West Swindon. £6 juniors, £9 adult - discount for standing order. 07527 546164. Fencing is one of the fastest growing sports in the UK. In the age of chivalry, duelling was favoured as a method of settling matters of honour, because of its grace & simplicity
Salto Juniors, 5pm, Swindon Dance, Regent Circus, Swindon. £4.75 per class or £37 per term. 01793 601700. All inclusive dance class for children aged seven to 12 with or without learning and physical disabilities, exploring a range of styles with Charlotte Newman
Ceroc Dance class, 8pm, Stratton Leisure Centre, Grange Drive, Swindon. £8 normal entry free for new members. 07540751400.
Wroughton Dance Club, 2.15pm, Ellendune Community Centre, Wroughton. £2.75. 01793 813344. Tea dance twice a month on a Tuesday. New members welcome.
Wrestling training, 50pm, Unit 77, BSS House, Cheney Manor Industrial Estate, Swindon. £10 per session or £40 per month. 01793 574600. Professional wrestling training school in a fully equipped gym area. 01793 574600.
Coffee Morning, 10am, Broad Hinton Village Hall, Yew Tree Lane. £2. 01793 731734.
Fitsteps Class, 6pm, St Joseph’s Catholic College, Ocotal Way, Swindon. £5. 07747606501.
Highworth Artists’ Society, 10.30am, Highworth Council Community Room, Highworth. Artists’ Society Workshops. Two sessions held every fortnight with demonstrations. visit www.highworthartistssociety.com/
Adult Improvers Ballroom & Latin class, 8pm, St Joseph’s Catholic College, Ocotal Way, Swindon. £42 for 6 week course. 07747606501. For those that have a good basic knowledge and want to develop further.
Townwomen’s Guild, 2pm, Lawn Community Centre, Guildford Avenue, Swindon. 01793 521063. New members welcome at guild which meets third Tuesday of every month. Speakers, social half hour.
Tae Kwon Do, Community Centre, Savernake Street, Old Town, Swindon. 6.30pm. 01793 421970.
Learn to Jive, 7pm, St. Paul’s Church Centre, St. Paul’s Drive Covingham, Swindon. £6 per person. 07718036679. No partner required. Refreshments provided. No experience necessary for the beginners class. Each class is for 50 minutes with practise time afterwards. Intermediate and advanced classes also available.
Wednesday
Horrible Histories, 7pm, Wyvern Theatre, Theatre Square, Swindon. £16 - £20. 01793 524481. It’s time to prepare yourselves for two amazing shows with Horrible Histories live on stage! Using actors and ground-breaking 3D special effects, these two astounding shows are guaranteed to thrill you and your children. Historical figures and events will come alive on stage and hover at your fingertips!
Memory Cinema: Easter Parade, 11am, Arts Centre, Devizes Road, Old Town, Swindon. Free. 01793 480278. Memory Cinema invites those living with dementia and a friend, family member or carer to come and enjoy a nostalgic film in the relaxed surroundings of Swindon Arts Centre in Old Town. The screening will be tailored to make those living with dementia feel comfortable and safe, with the house lights remaining on low, the option to sing, talk or dance through the film, free refreshments, plenty of clear signage and our friendly ushers on hand to help at all times. There will also be themed mementos available to take home at the end of the film, to remind attendees of their outing and help initiate conversation after the event.
Swindon Film Society - Phantom Thread, 7.45pm, Arts Centre, Devizes Road, Old Town, Swindon. £9. 01793 524481. Set in the glamour of 1950s London, renowned dressmaker Reynolds Woodcock and his sister Cyril are at the centre of British fashion with their distinct style. Reynolds’ fastidious and controlled life is disrupted by Alma, who becomes both his muse and lover. Daniel Day- Lewis announced his retirement after making this film.
Moonfleet, 7.30pm, The Watermill, Bagnor, Newbury. £12. 01635 45834
Spinning & Weaving Club, 7pm, The Woollery, 6 Warminster Road,Westbury. £3. 07526 239038. If you enjoy spinning and/or weaving or like to have a go and enjoy some good company, a nice cup of tea and a biscuit )
Coffee Morning, 10am, Broad Hinton Village Hall, Yew Tree Lane, Broad Hinton. £2 includes drink & cake. 01793 731734.
Ceroc dance classes, 8pm, Stratton Leisure Centre, Grange Drive, Stratton, Swindon. £7 per night. 07540 751400.
Creative Crafters, 12pm, Central Community Centre, Emlyn Square, Swindon. Free. 01793 420649.
RunJB Weekly Beginners Running Club, 7pm, West Swindon, Shaw Ridge, Swindon. £9.99 per month. 01793 778310.
Square One Singles Club, 8pm, Shield and Dagger, Thames Avenue, Swindon. £3 per month after introduction. 07759 439480.
Wrestling training, 5pm, Unit 77, BSS House Cheney Manor Industrial Estate, Swindon. £10. 01793 574600.
Salsa with Salsanativa, Coleview Community Centre, Swindon. Classes for all levels with a fun warm-up to get you started and freestyle to practice. No dance partner needed, just you and your feet! A fun way to get fit, learn a new skill and make lots of new Friends. Every Wednesday at 8.30pm. 01793 826609.
Army Reserve Meetings (REME), 7.30pm, Army Reserve Centre, Church Place, Swindon. 07557014873
English Country Dancing, 7.45pm, Wroughton Infant School, Markham Road, Wroughton, Every Wednesday. Couples or singles welcome. During school term time www.wroughtonfdc.btck.co.uk
Healthybods, 8pm, 121 Fitness, Unit 83 Basepoint, Rivermead Drive, West Swindon. £5. 07776 042690. A new lifestyle group providing practical, motivation, education and support, to help people get healthy or lose weight - simple, informative and fun. Every Wednesday.
Art Club, 11am, Artsite, The Post Modern, Theatre Square, Swindon. 07910959036. £5
Jack and Jills’ Toddlers, 9.45am, Savernake Hall, Savernake Street, Swindon. Friendly and fun toddler group run by volunteers.
Quiz Night, 8pm, The Castle, 28 Prospect Place, Old Town, Swindon. 01793 523410.
Swindon IVC Social Club, 8pm, The Runner, Wootton Bassett Road, Every Wednesday www. Runninghorsepub.co.uk/ Swindon IVC was founded in 1980 and is a social club whose members organise activities for each other. These include meals, walks, sporting activities, pub/cinema/theatre trips, photography days etc.
Walking Netball, 2.30pm, Haydon Centre, Thames Avenue, Swindon. £3. 01793 423134. Slowed down version of the game of netball, designed for anyone looking to exercise in a relaxed, supportive, friendly environment and is suitable for all ages and abilitie
Woodcraft Folk, 6pm, Savernake Hall, Savernake Street, Swindon. 01793 978704. Activities and crafts for Elfins, children five to nine year olds. Every Wednesday
Step Out Swindon Haydon Health Walk, 9.45am, The Haydon Centre, Thames Avenue, Greenmeadow. Swindon. Free. 01793 727091. A one-hour brisk walk in the company of a friendly group of people in the Haydon Wick area followed by a tea and biscuits social at the Haydon Centre. Get fit and healthy and meet new friends.
Step Out Swindon Wroughton Health Walk, 10am, The Ellendune Centre, Barrett Way, Wroughton. Free. 01793 845746. One hour brisk walk or a shorter gentle walk and followed by a tea and biscuits social.
Thursday
Tango in Swindon, 8pm, Community Centre @ Christ Church, Cricklade Street, Swindon. £8. 07973 430352. Argentine Tango - no partner required.
Music For Dancing tea dance, 2pm, Memorial Hall, Royal Wootton Bassett, Swindon. 01793 855401. Ballroom, sequence, modern, old time and line dancing tea dance every fortnight.
Swing Dance, 7pm, The StoweAway, Staldon Road, East Wichel, Swindon. £5 per class per person. 01666 861346. Lindy Hop & Balboa, Jive.
Fitsteps, 7.30pm, St Margaret’s Centre, Kenwin Close, Swindon. 07747606501. ‘Strictly’ dance for all levels.
Wiltshire Roller Derby, 7pm, Isambard Community School, Redhouse Way, Redhouse, Swindon. £5
Cantanti, 8pm, Longleaze Primary School, Byron Ave, Royal Wootton Bassett, Swindon
Coached Swimming - Swindon Triathlon Club, 8.30pm, Link Centre, Whitehill Way, Westlea, Swindon.
Old Town Community Art Group, 10am, Savernake Hall, Savernake Street, Swindon. £3. An informal, friendly and fun art group for adults.
Sign and Sign, 10.45am, Savernake Hall, Savernake Street, Swindon. 07771 632323. Learn to help your baby to communicate before speech with this original and award winning baby signing programme.
Step Out Swindon Haydon Health Walk, 9.45am, The Haydon Centre, Thames Avenue, Greenmeadow. Opposite Morrisons, Swindon. Free. 01793 727091. A 1 hour brisk walk in the company of a friendly group of people in the Haydon Wick area followed by a tea and biscuits social at the Haydon Centre. Get fit and healthy and meet new friends.
Step Out Swindon Wroughton Health Walk, 10am, The Ellendune Centre, Barrett Way, Wroughton. Free. 01793 845746. Join us for a 1 hour brisk walk or a shorter gentle walk in the local area within a friendly group and followed by a tea and biscuits social. Keep fit and healthy and meet new friends in a safe and secure group.
Stratton Higashi Karate Club, 6.30pm, Nythe Centre, The Drive, Nythe, Swindon. 07748 878747. New students very welcome, from the age of 6 years old.
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