Community Ideas
Share and support ideas to improve your local community.
Better street lighting on Lady Lane path
Lady Lane path is unlit and feels unsafe after dark. Even a small amount of lighting would improve safety for walkers and cyclists at no significant cost to the council.
Old Town
Free youth activities during school holidays
Provide free sports, arts and outdoor activities for children and young people during school holidays, particularly in areas with limited provision.
Penhill, Pinehurst, Gorse Hill
More pedestrian crossings on Shrivenham Road
Shrivenham Road is busy and difficult to cross safely, especially near shops and schools. Additional signal-controlled crossings would improve safety for pedestrians and cyclists.
Walcot, Old Town
Secure cycle parking at Swindon Railway Station
More secure, covered cycle parking is needed at the railway station to encourage cycling to the station and reduce car dependency.
Swindon Town Centre
Volunteer-run repair cafe in town centre
Set up a monthly repair cafe where volunteers help residents fix broken items — electronics, clothing, furniture — reducing waste and building skills.
Swindon Town Centre
Community garden on empty plot in Gorse Hill
Convert an unused plot of land in Gorse Hill into a community garden with raised beds, seating and a wildlife area, managed by local residents.
Gorse Hill
Dog agility and exercise area in Lydiard Park
Create a dedicated, fenced dog exercise area within Lydiard Park so dogs can run off-lead safely without disturbing other park users or wildlife.
Lydiard
Weekly community market in Rodbourne
Establish a weekly community market in Rodbourne featuring local produce, crafts and community stalls to bring residents together and support local traders.
Rodbourne