The latest news from the city.

The Big Hat Cabaret returns to Swindon's STEAM Museum on Friday 27 November at 7:00pm, the first show since 2023. Put on by Reach Inclusive Arts, the night brings together disabled artists across music, dance, theatre, comedy and poetry, with tickets at £5 for adults and £3 for children.

Old Town's Day of the Dead festival returns to Wood Street on Sunday 1 November, from 13:00 to 18:00. The programme includes live music from Mariachi Bravo de Puebla and Zambalando, a Light Parade and a public ofrenda. Entry is by voluntary donation.

HW Models is a diecast car shop in Westmead, Swindon, focused on Hot Wheels and Matchbox, with over 30 years in the diecast world. This post covers the stock, example prices, reviews, services, and how to get there.

The Swindon Lions Fireworks Spectacular returns to the Polo Ground on Saturday 7 November, with gates at 5pm and fireworks at 6.45pm. Entry is by advance ticket only, profits go to charity, and there is a free Park and Ride from Pipers Way.