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Gogglebox star admits real reason his marriage ended as couple ‘switched off’

Ex-Gogglebox star Stephen Webb has spoken candidly about how his marriage to Daniel Lustig ended. The Channel 4 stars announced their separation earlier this year sharing that their six years of marriage had seen the pair grow apart. Now appearing

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Swindon 'too nice' during home mauling by Walsall - Kennedy

Mark Kennedy felt that Swindon Town were "too nice" during their 4-0 home humbling at the hands of Walsall in League Two. Swindon were humbled in their first home game of the League Two season, with Jack Bycroft able to keep Walsall at bay early

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Full cast list and how to watch BBC Two's new comedy series We Might Regret This

BBC viewers can look forward to a new comedy show that starts this week. We Might Regret This is about a tetraplegic artist named Freya who moves to London with her partner. Radio Times explains: “Tetraplegic Canadian artist Freya moves to

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An afternoon to four-get as Town humbled at home by Walsall

Swindon Town were humbled in their first home game of the League Two season as they were defeated 4-0 by Walsall. Josh Gordon made the most of a defensive error after half an hour before Jamille Matt headed in to double the lead in a first half

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Hairy Bike Si King opens up on 'remarkable' final Dave Day total

Si King and Lili Myers have shared how grateful they are after the 'remarkable' final Dave Day total was announced. At the end of last month organisers of the event revealed that £127,318.62 would be going to two national charities in honour of

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DVLA £1,000 fine warning to all drivers aged over 70

Drivers over the age of 70 have been warned that they could face fines of £1,000 or see their driving licence lapse if they do not take action soon. The Driving and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) has advised older drivers of the different rules

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Man who damaged Swindon working men's club to have trial

A man who admits damaging a Swindon working men’s club and using or threatening violence will go to trial  Robert Kemp, 55, pleaded guilty earlier in the year to affray and criminal damage. He damaged a fence at The Purton Club, a working men

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Nurse to carry out skydive for vital local end-of-life care charity

A nurse from Swindon is swapping her medical scrubs for a jumpsuit as she prepares to jump out of a plan for charity, Heidi Stanton, 43, from Peatmoor is a newly qualified nurse after passing as an assistant practitioner last September.  She

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German Shepherd found on A-road hitches a ride with police

A dog who was found walking along a busy A-road in Wiltshire was given its own luxury ride with police. Officers from Wiltshire Police's Road Policing Unit were out patrolling the roads on Saturday afternoon (August 17) when they came across a

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Mapped: Where you are most likely to see snakes in the UK

There are only three types of snakes native to the UK - an adder, grass snake and a smooth snake - all of which can be found across the country. There were a number of adder sightings across the UK last year resulting in the deaths of numerous

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GALLERY: 'Colour explosion' in Swindon park for charity race event

A park in Swindon has been taken over by an "explosion of colour" all in the name of charity. Run the Rainbow is an annual 5k running event in Lydiard Park where powdered paint is thrown at runners, joggers and walkers of all ages. This year

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Huge visitor attraction in Swindon will finally open to the public - here's when

The Wroughton Science Museum is ready to open to the public. The Science and Innovation Park facility, which contains all manner of wondrous objects and artefacts will be opening to the public for guided tours later this year.  Led by an expert

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Swindon Town 0 Walsall 4: as it happened

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Chef spends £80 ranking Tesco's 31 meal deals and causes huge argument

A meal-deal-loving former chef spent a whopping £80 to rank every sandwich in Tesco - but can you guess which butties beat 'the nation's favourite' Sausage, Egg, and Bacon Triple? Becca Stock was at her local supermarket on Friday [Aug 2] when

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Can you object to your neighbour’s dropped kerb? What to know

Sometimes you might disagree with your neighbour's actions and choices when it comes to changes to their property. Whether it’s a new extension, a tall fence or a loft conversion you might struggle to agree with the changes and the building that

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Best menu yet at restaurant with revolving six-week menu as it recalls sinful food

Taking the fine dining concept and making it evoke memories of some of the best fast food you've ever eaten is certainly an interesting choice, but it might be Six By Nico's best one yet. The restaurant which has opened at Oxford's Westgate Shopping

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Swindon named among six places where Cineworld closing

The popular cinema-chain Cineworld is set to close its doors in six locations across the UK including Swindon. On Saturday, July 3, 2024, a notice was filed to confirm the end of the administration of parent company Cineworld Group PLC. But

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Beloved BBC show to return after 25-year wait as fans rejoice

The ground-breaking BBC series Walking with Dinosaurs is set to return after a 25-year wait. The award-winning series earned two BAFTAs and three Emmy awards in 1999 and was known as one of the BBC’s most expensive documentaries to ever be produced

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Huge cast of local youngsters dazzle in The Little Mermaid at the Wyvern Theatre

Never has the Wyvern stage been so full of talent and potential as it was for this year's Summer Youth Project performance of The Little Mermaid.  Over 120 children across a huge age range - all from in and around the Swindon and Wiltshire area

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Jeremy Clarkson's new pub sparks concerns about parking wars

A county and district councillor has expressed his concerns about the opening of Jeremy Clarkson's new pub in the Cotswolds.  The Clarkson's Farm star is due to open his new Cotswold Pub, The Windmill which is nestled in five acres of countryside

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Swindon shoppers ‘not surprised’ as supermarket left ‘fighting for survival’

Shoppers from Swindon say they are "not surprised" that a major supermarket has been left fighting to survive, as many believe the shop has been on a downhill spiral. This month, the GMB trade union, which represents thousands of workers, revealed

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Tesco urgently recalls ‘melt in middle’ burgers amid concerning ‘burn risk’

Supermarket giant Tesco issued a recall for a popular food item after it found it had a health risk to customers. The brand is recalling Tesco's own Plant Chef 2 Meat-Free Burgers with Melting Middle over concerns it may be a ‘burn risk’. The

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Coronation Street in crisis as returning legend axed and cast left in shock

Coronation Street is said to be in crisis after news that Sean Wilson has been axed before his big return to the cobbled streets. It comes as reports from The Sun share that Wilson, who was set to revive his role as Martin Platt was called for

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Martin Lewis sends urgent passport warning to all UK tourists

Martin Lewis has warned a passport rule could see British holidaymakers sent home from airports. The BBC Sounds podcast host appeared on ITV's This Morning. Martin explained: "You also need to check that your passport is not over 10 years old

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Fines for taking children out of school to increase in England from today

Fines to parents for unauthorised school absences are to increase from Monday in a bid to clamp down on poor student attendance in England. Children are only allowed to miss out on school if they are unwell or if they have been given permission

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Only people with 20/20 eyesight can find the hidden banknote in this image

Are you able to find the hidden banknote in this image? Only those with 20/20 eyesight can pass this fun test in under 27 seconds. The image shows hundreds of green and white shopping receipts bundled together, obscuring a hidden banknote users

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Another Winter Fuel Payment warning issued ahead of 'cruel' Christmas

The Winter Fuel Payment scrap will be "particularly cruel" for older people living in rural Britain, campaigners say. The Winter Fuel Payment - which is worth up to £300 - has made a difference for many older people worried about being able to

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Debate settled - The best and worst areas in the UK for tap water taste

It is a debate that stretches across the whole UK that has received a definitive answer. Who has the best tap water? Why has that question never been truly answered? Well, because everyone is too proud to say anywhere but their own hometown

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Highly sought after 50ps sell for big sum on eBay

THE roll-out of King Charles III 50p coins is in full swing and coin collectors have started trying to sell sought-after collectables on eBay. One of these has now been sold in Chaddesley Corbett for a huge sum after its seller found the King Charles

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Well-known pub must make 'major improvements' to food hygiene standards

A well-known pub in Swindon has been told it must make major improvements following a food hygiene inspection. The Royal Oak/The Choptank on Devizes Road in Old Town was visited for a routine hygiene inspection on June 26, where Environmental Health

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Greggs charity tin thief was fresh out of jail early due to overcrowding

A "prolific burglar" who stole charity boxes from Greggs and small businesses last week has been jailed. It's not the first time Dean Cochrane, 43, of Kingswood Avenue, Swindon, has stolen from charity, as was on licence for the same type of offence

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Swindon primary school with 700 pupils learns latest Ofsted rating

A Swindon primary school is "really pleased" after its latest Ofsted inspection was published.  Even Swindon Primary School, at Raybrook Park, was inspected by the education watchdog earlier this year and returned a rating of 'Good'.  The school

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IN THE DOCK: Latest cases from Swindon Magistrates' Court

The following cases were heard at Swindon Magistrates' Court this month. SWINDON: Paul Adams, of Tetbury Road in Sherston, has been sentenced for drink driving. The 49-year-old pleaded guilty to driving a Volvo along Thamesdown Drive on April

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Big Big Train to begin 12-date European tour in Swindon

Progressive rock band Big Big Train are set to perform in Swindon to begin their European tour. The seven-piece group have 12 shows coming up in the UK, Germany, Netherlands, Denmark and Norway in September and October. They will begin their

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Operator stops using 'scary' bus station after 7pm over safety fears

One of Swindon's biggest bus operators has stopped using the bus station at night as fears over passenger safety grow. People using Swindon bus station have reported feeling unsafe at night - particularly women who find themselves walking alone

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Road closures to remain at busy Swindon route for 9 more days

A road closure that has been in place for a number of days is set to continue for at least nine more.  The Electricity Network Company Limited is carrying out utility asset works in the area of Gipsy Lane roundabout since Tuesday, August 13.

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Most expensive and cheapest properties in Swindon revealed

You could buy a dozen properties on a Swindon road for the same price as just one on another street. Recent data collected by Property Solvers has ranked Swindon’s most and least expensive streets - and there is quite a large gap between them.

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NHS tells people to order prescriptions ahead of bank holiday

People are being urged to order repeat prescriptions in advance of the bank holiday weekend. Health leaders across Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon, and Wiltshire have issued the advice ahead of the bank holiday at the end of August. Most

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Wiltshire dad attempts English Channel swim for local charities

A Wiltshire father is set to swim the English Channel in a brave bid to raise funds for two local charities. The father-of-two, Alex David, from Devizes, has chosen to swim 21.5 miles from Dover to the French shore of Cap Gris-Nez to raise money

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Wiltshire Wildlife Trust to help farmers with green finance

Wiltshire Wildlife Trust has been awarded from Natural England's Investment Readiness Fund. The Trust received £99,081, which will help farmers across the county become investment-ready for green finance. The funding will allow Wiltshire Wildlife