PEOPLE across the town are being given the chance to discover some of Swindon's hidden Brunel gems.

A set of tours looking at Swindon's secrets is being run as part of the Swindon Brunel 200 celebrations.

The tours start outside the main entrance of the National Monuments Record Centre, which itself is housed in the former general offices of the GWR.

Guides will also take groups around the Railway Village and discuss the effect of the arrival of the men who, with their families, came to work in Swindon.

The tours, which will last 90 minutes, will be running on June 25, July 30, August 27 and September 24.

All tours start outside the main entrance of the NMRC at 11am Places are limited to 15 people per tour and must be booked at least 48 hours in advance. To book a place contact Elaine Davis on 01793 414797.