About The City Brief Swindon
Your Personal Newsletter For All Local Events in Swindon
Swindon's calendar is always moving. Whether you live in Old Town, commute from Toothill, or work across West Swindon, there's always something happening, and The City Brief is here to help you stay informed. We cover the events, activities, and gatherings that matter to Swindon's neighbourhoods and communities. From the Swindon Literary Festival to the Swindon Mela, from heritage railway rides to live music series, we track what's on across the town each week. Our coverage spans from the Town Centre and extends into residential areas and green spaces, so you don't miss what's worth your time. Swindon has deep roots in community and innovation. The town’s history, from its mention in the Domesday Book to its transformation as a railway engineering hub, speaks to a place that brings people together. That spirit continues in the events that fill the calendar: murder mystery nights, children's treasure hunts, the Great British Food Festival, and the monthly Core Live Music Series all reflect a town that values connection, curiosity, and celebration. Our weekly coverage helps you discover what's on, whether you're looking for family activities, cultural events, or something to do this weekend. We report on occasions both big and small, from annual festivals to regular weekly happenings. The STEAM Museum of the Great Western Railway, Lydiard Park, and the Swindon and Cricklade Railway are places where local life unfolds, and we keep you informed about what's happening there. The City Brief exists so you don't have to chase down event information across different websites and social media feeds. We've done that work for you. Each week, we bring together what’s actually happening in Swindon, the things that connect neighbours, celebrate culture, and make the town feel alive. Stay informed. Stay neighbourly. See what's on in Swindon this week.
What we Cover
Each week The City Brief highlights events happening across Swindon – live music, theatre, food, family activities, markets and more.
Have a look at what's happening this week and this coming weekend.
About The City Brief
The City Brief is a global network of local newsletters. We succeed in sending the best of local information to local people. To learn more, visit our main website.
About the editor
The City Brief Swindon is edited by Dean Withey, founder of The City Brief. A former RAF pilot turned founder and investor, Dean has built and sold two technology companies, including ubisend, a conversational AI platform used by the NHS and BAE Systems, and has shipped more than thirty enterprise AI systems over twenty years in tech. He is based in Norwich, England.
Why this site exists, in Dean's words: "In an AI-powered world, you can no longer trust what you see and hear online. The future is local: trusting only what you can see for yourself. The City Brief is the trusted brief for what's happening in your city."
Listings are gathered from venue websites, official box offices and event platforms, then checked and curated before publishing. AI tools assist with drafting; every published page follows our editorial policy.
Spotted an error? Tell us and we'll fix it.