Featured Events in Swindon in October, 2024 (July Updated)

Tony Law headlines the Swindon Old Town Comedy Club at the Christ Church Community Centre on Friday October 4th! Tony Law comes to Swindon's largest independant comedy club on Saturday October 4th to headline the Swindon Old Town Comedy Club Autumn Showcase at the Christ Church Community Centre! Tony Law is a Canadian comedy legend, who became a household name among UK Comedy fans following his TV appearences on shows such as: Russell Howard's Good News, Have I Got News For You, 8 Out Of 10 Cats, Stewart Lee's Comedy Vehicle, Charlie Brooker's Screen Wipe and much, much more! He has alsosold out venues across the UK on his many tours! We're thrilled to host Tony Law at The Swindon Old Town Comedy Club! 'Takes post-modern stand-up to a dangerously funny new level' - The Guardian 'The 'King of post-modern nonsense' - Telegraph PLUS - Support acts TBA All hosted by Swindon's own Sam Michael ( Wiltshire Comedy Legend - BBC Wiltshire) Please Note: We do not accept large parties of stag dos or hen parties, apologies.You must be 18+ to attend of 16+ with an adultWe do not allow people to record any footage of the event on personal cameras or phonesSome acts may be recording their own performances, however this will not include a front-facing recording of the crowd.Any behaviour we deem untoward or too disruptive to the show will return in being asked to leave.You are welcome to take photos, we will be taking some on the night for social media purposes.This event will have on-door staff/security for your own protection. Information Source: Chappers Comedy | eventbrite

Explore Swindon Town v Bristol Rovers sporting information for 8th October, as well as links for Football tickets and more with Fixture Calendar. Swindon Town Football Club, also known as The Robins, is a professional football team based in the town of Swindon, England. The club was founded in 1879 and currently competes in the English Football League One, the third tier of English football. Swindon Town has won three major trophies in its history, including the League Cup in 1969, the Football League Trophy in 1986 and the Anglo-Italian Cup in 1970. The club's home ground is the County Ground, with a capacity of over 15,000 spectators. Some notable players who have represented Swindon Town in the past include Glenn Hoddle, Charlie Bristol Rovers0 and Jan Aage Fjortoft. The team is currently managed by former player and FA Cup winner, Richie Wellens. With a strong history and dedicated fan base, Swindon Town continues to strive for success in the competitive world of English football. Bristol Rovers Football Club, also known as The Gas, is a professional football team based in Bristol, England. The team was founded in 1883 and has a long-standing history in the English football league system. Currently, they compete in League One, the third tier of English football, after being promoted from League Two in the 2019-2020 season. Bristol Rovers have won various trophies and awards throughout their history, including the Football League Third Division title in 1990 and the Football League Trophy in 2007 and 2013. The team has produced talented players such as Ian Holloway, Rickie Lambert, and Matty Taylor, who have gone on to play at higher levels in their careers. The club's home stadium is the Memorial Stadium, which has a capacity of over 12,000 spectators. With a dedicated fanbase and a strong team, Bristol Rovers continue to make their mark in the world of football. Information Source: fixturecalendar.com

This session is designed for children with addtional needs to help them learn how to ride a bike independently. It will be led by local cycling coaches, Paul Ashman and Jen Purcell. The group size will be smaller for this session. This session will run on the main cycle track alongside the Limitless Kids & Family cycling session for SEND children and their families. Bikes and helmets are available to borrow or you can bring your own. We strongly recommend that riders wear a helmetto take part in the sessions. Please ensure that children are wearing suitable shoes and clothing for cycling and the weather conditions. The sessions will continue in wet weather and will only be cancelled if a weather warning is in place (e.g storm), all participants will be contacted in advance if this is the case. Where possible please remove any stabilisers from your child's bike before attending. These sessions are provided thanks to grant funding from Sport England's Movement Fund. Information Source: Swindon Cycle Campaign | eventbrite

In 1943 the American 101st Airborne division constructed a military hospital in the grounds of Lydiard Park and troops were stationed there, including African American GI’s. Lest We Forget respectfully tells some of the stories and experiences of the Black community living and working in the Armed forces in Wiltshire during that time. The exhibition at Lydiard House is part of a larger exhibition developed by Wiltshire Museum as part of the Wessex Museums Partnership. On display is fascinating archive material from the Wiltshire and Swindon History Centre and the National Archives, and a poignant memorial wreath from Wiltshire Museum. Objects and artwork from the collection at Museum and Art Swindon form a key part of the exhibition, including a painting of Regent Circus in 1945 by local artist Harold Dearden and a wooden cross from the grave of an unknown Wiltshire soldier.

Join us upstairs at The Hop Inn on the first Wednesday of every month for a night of laughs at the Old Town Comedy Club New Material Night! Your headliner for October is So You Think You're Funny Comedian of the Year Semi-Finalist, LEE HUDSON! Lee Hudson’s brand of personal storytelling and self deprecation has seen his reputation grow across the UK comedy circuit and beyond. He has performed across the world, provided tour support for the likes of Tom Stade, Justin Moorhouse, Vittorio Angelone and also opened for US comedians Dan Soder, Andy Haynes and JF Harris. He is part of the Ian Edwards Soccer Comic Rant podcast on Bill Burr’s All Things Comedy network. “A modern spin on a classic club comic” – The Wee Review, Edinburgh Fringe With support from comedians trying fresh material! PLUS your regular MC and Host: Sam Michael Local comedy legend - BBC Wiltshire Please Note: Those attending must be 18+We do not accept large parties of stag dos or hen parties, apologies.We do not allow people to record any footage of the event on personal cameras or phonesSome acts may be recording their own performances, however this will not include a front-facing recording of the crowd.Any behaviour we deem untoward or too disruptive to the show will return in being asked to leave.You are welcome to take photos, we will be taking some on the night for social media purposes.This event will have on-door staff/security for your own protection. Information Source: Chappers Comedy | eventbrite

Explore Swindon Town v Harrogate Town sporting information for 5th October, as well as links for Football tickets and more with Fixture Calendar. Swindon Town Football Club, also known as The Robins, is a professional football team based in the town of Swindon, Harrogate Town0. The club was founded in 1879 and currently competes in the English Football League One, the third tier of English football. Swindon Town has won three major trophies in its history, including the League Cup in 1969, the Football League Trophy in 1986 and the Anglo-Italian Cup in 1970. The club's home ground is the County Ground, with a capacity of over 15,000 spectators. Some notable players who have represented Swindon Town in the past include Glenn Hoddle, Charlie Austin and Jan Aage Fjortoft. The team is currently managed by former player and FA Cup winner, Richie Wellens. With a strong history and dedicated fan base, Swindon Town continues to strive for success in the competitive world of English football. Harrogate Town is a professional football team based in the town of Harrogate, North Yorkshire, Harrogate Town0. The team was founded in 1914 and plays in the National League, which is the fifth tier of the English football league system. In the 2020-2021 season, Harrogate Town made history by winning the National League and securing promotion to the English Football League (EFL) for the first time in their history. The team's home ground is Wetherby Road Stadium, which has a capacity of 5,000. Some of the notable players on the team include top goal scorer Jack Muldoon and goalkeeper James Belshaw. Over the years, Harrogate Town has won several awards, including the National League Team of the Year in 2020 and the FA Vase in 2012. With their recent promotion, Harrogate Town is an up-and-coming team to watch in the English football scene. Information Source: fixturecalendar.com

Join us upstairs at The Hop Inn for an Old Town Comedy Club EXCLUSIVE as Kev Mud and Jon Matthews bring their UK Tour shows to Swindon! TWO Tour Shows, in ONE evening for just FIVE POUNDS! About the shows... KEV MUD: Homeless Sex Biscuit Join current UK Pun Champion, British Comedian of The Year Finalist, and a BBC Shortlisted comedian, Kev Mud for his debut show, Homeless Sex Biscuit. Kev will take you on a journey through his life. Pulling comedy from hard hitting subjects such as homelessness, addiction, power and suicide. The show is both a celebration of the many pitfalls of modern working class life, and a crusade to prove that light can be found in even the darkest places. With full respect given to the subject matter, Kev uses his obscure mind to highlight rarely spoken about issues and prove that just because something is funny, it doesnt mean the topic is taken frivolously. Nearly all of these shows have sold out nationally, with his first showing receiving a nomination for 'Best Debut at Leicester Comedy JON MATTHEWS: Talk Nerdy To Me Nerdy jokes are the order of the day as Jon Matthews brings plenty of “punchlines you can feel smart for getting” (Chortle) on subjects as diverse as science, history and cricket. No niche is safe as the “extravagantly bearded and nicely silly” (Bath Echo) comedian unveils his passion for charts, science fiction and ancient Sumerian deities. The jokes come thick and fast, with such variety that “the UK’s funniest pub quiz machine” (Dirty Doves) is bound to get around to your niche eventually – even if it takes all night! Winner of Best Show (Late Stage Comedy) at Nottingham Comedy Festival 2022. Please Note: Those attending must be 18+We do not accept large parties of stag dos or hen parties, apologies.We do not allow people to record any footage of the event on personal cameras or phonesSome acts may be recording their own performances, however this will not include a front-facing recording of the crowd.Any behaviour we deem untoward or too disruptive to the show will return in being asked to leave.You are welcome to take photos, we will be taking some on the night for social media purposes.This event will have on-door staff/security for your own protection. Information Source: Chappers Comedy | eventbrite

This session is designed for children of Primary school age to help them learn how to ride a bike independently. It will be led by local cycling coaches, Paul Ashman and Jen Purcell. Bikes and helmets are available to borrow or you can bring your own. All riders must wear a helmet to take part in the sessions. Please ensure that children are wearing suitable shoes and clothing for cycling and the weather conditions. The sessions will continue in wet weather and will only be cancelled if a weather warning is in place (e.g storm), all participants will be contacted in advance if this is the case. Where possible please remove any stabilisers from your child's bike before attending. This session will take place in the MSH mini roads area, by the main reception. These sessions are possible thanks to grant funding from Sport England's Movement Fund. Information Source: Swindon Cycle Campaign | eventbrite

This session is designed for children of Primary school age who have already mastered cycling independently on two wheels. It is a fun session which is perfect for any child looking to improve their bike handling skills. The session will be led by experienced cycling coaches, Paul Ashman and Jen Purcell. Bikes and helmets are available to borrow or you can bring your own. All riders must wear a helmet to take part in the sessions. Please ensure that children are wearing suitable shoes and clothing for cycling and the weather conditions. The sessions will continue in wet weather and will only be cancelled if a weather warning is in place (e.g storm), all participants will be contacted in advance if this is the case. Sessions will take place on the main cycle track. These sessions are provided thanks to grant funding from Sport England's Movement Fund. They ARE NOT for children on stablisers or those who have not yet learned to cycle independently. We offer learn to ride sessions seperately, please take a look at Swindon Cycle Campaign's Eventbrite page for learn to ride sessions. Information Source: Swindon Cycle Campaign | eventbrite

This session is designed for children of Primary school age to help them learn how to ride a bike independently. It will be led by local cycling coaches, Paul Ashman and Jen Purcell. Bikes and helmets are available to borrow or you can bring your own. All riders must wear a helmet to take part in the sessions. Please ensure that children are wearing suitable shoes and clothing for cycling and the weather conditions. The sessions will continue in wet weather and will only be cancelled if a weather warning is in place (e.g storm), all participants will be contacted in advance if this is the case. Where possible please remove any stabilisers from your child's bike before attending. This session will take place on the main cycle track. These sessions are possible thanks to grant funding from Sport England's Movement Fund. Information Source: Swindon Cycle Campaign | eventbrite