Swindon - Clubs, Groups and Societies in the Area

This a directory of clubs and associations in the Swindon area.

We list any local groups that would be of interest to the Swindon community. For example, if you know of an art club, running club, Scout troop or Swindon local history society, please submit it to our directory.

Note: if your club/group is based somewhere other than Swindon, please add it on the page for the relevant place.

Chiseldon Local History Group

 (4 miles away)

Chiseldon Local History Group is a group of people brought together by their interest in the history of this area of Wiltshire and their belief that this history should be recorded for future generations.

Contact: Elaine Jones



JABBAWOCK DOG TRAINING CLUB

 (5 miles away)

About the Club:
Training at the club is done using positive methods with the emphasis on teaching the owner how to train their dog, recognising that all dogs and their owners are individuals. Responsible dog ownership is also strongly encouraged. Information in the form of handouts and in-class discussion is given in all the classes

We have a range of classes including:
Obedience/companion dog training
Puppy classes including socialisation & training
Show handling classes (Juniors & Adults)

Tuesdays: from 6pm onwards
Show handling
Novice Obedience
Intermediate Obedience

Wednesdays: From 11.30am onwards
Puppy class—6 week course
Novice obedience

Classes are 50 min sessions and cost £5 per session

Contact: Miss Lou Garton

01666 510397



Bowood Carving Club

 (15 miles away)

Club for amateur wood carving and other related skills.

Contact: Jim Collins

01249 817548



Badminton Club

 (15 miles away)

During term times:8-9.30pm
Monday - more competetive session
Wednesday - mainly ladies session
Thursday - childrens sessions split into 3 age groups 6-9pm

Contact: Richard French



Art Club

 (15 miles away)

School Term time Thursdays 7-9pm
Mixed abilities mixed media- meet at the Village Hall, occasional demos, outings and exhibitions.

Contact: Danielle French



Lansdowne Luncheon Club

 (15 miles away)

Club for over 60's - held every other Wednesday at the Lansdowne Hall. Members enjoy a freshly cooked two-course hot meal and the opportunity for companionship and to share news.
Membership is full at present, but ckeck this space for news of vacancies.
Thanks go to all who voluntarily help to run this club for the older members of the community.

Contact: Rachel Collins



Debbie's Pilates

 (15 miles away)

Pilates Matwork classes held at The Lansdowne Hall Derry Hill on Wednesday lunchtimes from 1-2 pm. New courses commence half-termly and are suitable for all levels of ability. Sessions also held in the villages of Grittleton, Hullavington, Castle Combe and Malmesbury. Please contact Debbie for further details.

Contact: Debbie Bailey

07810 518137



Chippenham75badminton club

 (16 miles away)

We meet every Wednesday evening, throughout the year, from 7:30 – 10 pm at the Sheldon Sports Centre.
(This is part of Sheldon School, Hardenhuish Lane, Chippenham SN14 6HJ)

We are a mixed ability club and welcome new members with a reasonable standard of badminton.
If you have played badminton in the past, you will probably be good enough – give us a try!

Prospective members are invited to contact us via email, or just turn up on a Wednesday. Your first two weeks are free!

The club also holds several social events throughout the year.

Contact: Andrew Wyatt

07900269557



1st Lacock Scout Group

 (18 miles away)

Lacock Beavers & Cubs
A Beaver Colony and Cub Pack meet every term time Friday in Lacock Village Hall, 6.15pm - 7.45pm. To contact the group to work with us visit our website:www.1stlacockscouts.moonfruit.com To join our waiting list contact the Scout Association: www.scouts.org.uk/join

Contact: Alan Donald


1st Standlake and Cokethorpe Sea Scouts

 (19 miles away)

Cubs, Sea Scouts, Explorers



Marcham Society

 (20 miles away)

Marcham Society was formed to promote interest in the local history and natural history of the area

Contact: Sheila Dunford


Arriba Wellness Clubs In Partnership With Change 4 Life

 (23 miles away)

Arriba Wellness Clubs Present 12 week community weight loss challenge at Greenacre Health & Fitness Club. BIGGEST LOSER WINS!!

working as a partner to change 4 life helping educate the local community to eat healthier and lose weight.

Nutrional Education, Support In the community, Weekly Prizes & Rewards, Weight loss Coaching, Fun & Friendships, Weekly weigh & Measure.

Contact: Danny Lewington

01635 230024



Earl Rivers Regiment of Foote

 (23 miles away)

English Civil War re-enactment. Earl Rivers Regiment is a Royalist Regiment within the Sealed Knot Society. We are presently and historically based at Donnington Castle, just north of Newbury.
We are a family orientated Regiment and welcome all comers from all walks of life.

Contact: Natasha Richardson

0163543854 or 07788431506



DOWTY SLOT CAR CLUB

 (24 miles away)

Four lane track 154' lap length. Computer controlled race control. Many members from 8 years old to over 60.

Cars cost from £40 but are much quicker than Scalextric.

See the web site for photos of the track. Check British Slot Car Racing Association site for everything you need to know about building slot cars and tracks

Contact: Dave Coward





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