Every Wednesday many of the members come along to the open evening to work on their own projects and socialise. Its our most social night with many members there
Its the best night people who are interested to have a look around, talk to members and have a tour of the place
34, B S S House, Swindon, Wiltshire SN2 2PJ
Swindon
We are aiming to facilitate rides for ladies looking to take up road cycling and returners to the sport with additional group rides for the more seasoned riders.
Please dust off your bikes, oil those chains and join us at Supermarine at 6.30pm for rides out to Highworth and surrounding area. Circa 10 miles.
All welcome. For more details and to book onto the ride, visit https://www.letsride.co.uk/rides/star-velo-breeze-4
Please come to practice short presentations, up to 2 min long for confidence and practice. You can come for free for up to 3 meetings before you decide if you would like to join.
The first Wednesday of every month is drinks night for Swindon's 18-30 Professionals. Come along to meet, socialise and chill out at a laid back event at The Royal Oak (Old Town). Perfect for new and current members alike, first Wednesday drinks night is the place to be if you want to unwind with other young professionals.
Special deals for Swindon 18-30 Professionals:
• A selection of food items
• Bottles of house wine £9.95
• pint of Heineken £3.00
• All Gins £6.50 including premium mixer of your choice
Suitable for anyone from absolute beginners looking to give improv a try, to old hands looking to keep in practice and maybe meet some local performers.
The jam is free to attend, and takes place in the Goddard Arms vault (downstairs)-- ask at the bar if you're not sure where to find us.
This Information Event is for schools and cultural organisations / providers, specifically to introduce and explain the Open Fund and how to engage with the partnership.
The Wiltshire and Swindon Cultural Education Partnership (WSCEP) aims to improve educational, cultural and social outcomes for children and young people in Wiltshire and Swindon with a particular focus on broadening effective interaction between Arts, Culture & Heritage and Schools.
The WSCEP Open Fund provides schools with the opportuntity to develop exciting and vibrant cultural education activity for their pupils whilst developing the curriculum and addressing mental health and well-being.
Full details, including eligibility, criteria and application form, will be published on Tues 23rd April and will be promoted via networks including the WSCEP e-bulletin to which you can subscribe here
White Clouds Sangha meets every Thursday evening from 6:45pm to 8:45pm. Our practice is simple, and those who are new to the group will be gently guided by the facilitator. The normal format is as follows:
A reading or audio extract from Thich Nhat Hanh’s teachings
A guided Meditation 20 mins
Slow Walking Meditation around the room 5-10 mins.
A silent meditation 20 mins
A time of group sharing
The purpose of the evening is not for the facilitator to “teach” meditation but rather for the group to learn together more about mindfulness practice as taught by Zen Buddhist Master Thich Nhat Hanh. We learn about the practice through the audio and text materials that we use and through sharing our experiences.
Information about location and parking can be found on our website here:
We run regular Thursday meditation classes at the Haydon Centre in North Swindon. Our classes include a relaxation breathing meditation, teachings for a happy mind, followed by a meditation on the topic of the teaching, with the opportunity to ask questions and discussion at the end. This term we are covering the special teachings on profound wisdom. The regular practice of these teachings can help us become more peaceful, more considerate to others, more insightful, and overall more in control of our experiences. You will have the opportunity to meet like-minded people and share views and experiences in a safe friendly environment. The classes are for everyone and run on a drop-in basis, so no need to book, just come along. More information on our website:
Let's get together to speak French, have fun and make new friends. All language levels and abilities welcome :-) Looking forward to seeing you all. A bientôt!
Jezabel Gin came to market in 2018 and we were lucky enough to host the brand's EXCLUSIVE launch night- a night to remember!
Our lovely ladies, Lisa and Sara, are back again this year! To give those that didn't get a chance to to come to the launch to get an exclusive insight into how a love of gin and friendship came to create such a smooth, sassy and seriously more-ish tipple! And to give those that may have, a chance to find out how far the brand has come in a year and any plans for the future!
The price of your ticket includes 2 gin and tonics, samples throughout the evening and a lot of fun along the way
Relaunch of the CIPD Self-Employed Network (SEN) and Showcasing of three Businesses
9.30am for 10am-12noon
Three members of the Swindon CIPD SEN will showcase one aspect of their current business and share their insights about working as an independent practitioner or company. This will be followed by a structured sharing learning and networking activity.
Diane Allen, Diane Allen Ltd - Developing People – growing your business without social media
Tracy Madgwick, Crafnant Consulting – HR Solutions for your Business – Using MBTI in team development
Sadie Sharp, Sharp Transformations & the Platform Project CIC – Commercial business with a social purpose
If you are already an independent practitioner, or are thinking of becoming one, please come along!!
New College Drive, off Queen's Drive
Swindon
SN3 1AH
Discover and explore two of Swindon’s lesser known woods. This 2 mile evening stroll will take you around an ancient bluebell wood and then, as a comparison, one in its infancy.
Meet at Croft Sports Centre car park.
Please wear clothes to suit the weather and stout shoes.
Event leader Michael Lilley.
Book in advance on 01793 490150 or swindonrangers@swindon.gov.uk
Brunch Meet Up is back in May!!! And is still dedicated to trying new global Cuisines and meet up new (and old) friends!!! 👌
Meet Up - SATURDAY 4th of May 2019 at 11.30am in The Goddard Arms, Old Town, Swindon.
Chance to catch up on Saturday late morning / early afternoon, have something to eat or just a drink.
Please RSVP responsible as it is limited number of spaces.
❗This event will require £5 deposit per person paid in advance to PayPal account : [masked] For payments to bank account please send me priv msg for details. Deposit will NOT be refunded in a case of late cancellation (less then 96 hrs in advance - 4 days before event) or no show.❗
In a case of not being able to attend give at least 4 days notice, so some other member of the group will have a chance to join in. Thank you!
Please be aware that RSVP for this event does not mean booking. Only pre payment of the £5 guarantee your space. All bookings/deposit need to be paid before 20th of April 2019. Thank you 😊
If you have any food allergies please inform staff in the restaurant on a day of the event. Host of this event not taking any responsibility for it. Looking forward to see you there 😊
A great way to find out if golf is the game for you.
You’ll get together with other beginner girls to relax and play fun games. PGA professional coaches will lead the activities and Girls Golf Rocks Ambassadors from local clubs and the county girls’ squad will be on hand to help and encourage you. Any equipment you need will be provided. You’ll also have plenty of time to chat and make new friends over refreshments.
You can wear what you like as long as it’s comfy and keeps you warm. Trainers are fine for footwear.
If you enjoy yourself then you can come and join us for girls-only group coaching.
Meeting at Swindon Railway Station at 10.25 for the 10.36 train to Stonehouse, this is a moderate 6 mile circular walk along the Cotswold Way and Stroudwater Canal.
Find out more about this walk on the Ramblers website
The ramblers run hundreds of walks each week – from short urban strolls to long walks in the countryside. You’re welcome to try out any of their walks for free. Once you’ve experienced the views, fun and exhilaration it’s just a case of becoming a member.
Come and join us for a beginners class. No previous experience is necessary and you don't need to be able to feel your energy move. Perhaps you've already felt it before though - it's that feeling of your spine tingling. We'll be learning to consciously tap into it and control it.
We'll be doing simple, gentle movements while standing or sitting combined with relaxing deep breathing and a simple awareness practice. Hopefully by the end of the session you'll be able to feel your energy move and be feeling relaxed and energised.
You don't need to wear anything special, other than making sure you'll be warm enough to stand or sit on a bench in the park for half an hour or so, so please dress appropriately for the weather. If the forecast is for rain or to be very cold the session will be cancelled.
**Important**: Please don't eat before the class. We'll be doing very deep diaphragmatic breathing and if you've eaten it'll be far less effective and may be uncomfortable. If you're hungry before class have a small glass of milk, a spoonful of yogurt or a very small amount of some other liquid food.
Note: This is not Tai Chi. The postures are primarily static with an emphasis on moving the awareness around the body.
For our first meetup we'll have a selection of shorter talks on and around the subject. Beer and Pizza will be provided courtesy of our kind sponsors who will be hosing us in one of the newly refurbished agile environments,
- Housekeeping & Introduction of Host - Ilona Bull (NLA)
- Mortgage Update - NLA Mortgages
- Legislative Update - Ilona Bull (NLA)
- FIRST SPEAKER: Peter Colins - Force Drug Expert Lead for Avon and Somerset Police
TITLE: Could you be an innocent victim of 'County Lines' drug crime?
Landlords in affluent areas may think the risk of criminals moving into their properties is minimal, but a report issued by the National Crime Agency (NCA) in November last year suggest otherwise. Urban drug dealing gangs are moving into rural towns, coastal communities and affluent areas, where they establish bases for their criminal activities. They either take over vulnerable people's homes with force or coercion or rent property from unsuspecting landlords! These gangs use a drug dealing model, known as 'County Lines' where children, teenagers and vulnerable adults are exploited to carry drugs from urban areas to rural towns. Peter Collins - Force Drug Expert Lead for Avon and Somerset Police, who served most of his career on Drug Squads, managing a team of 18 Drug Expert and providing expert evidence in relation to cannabis factories will share with us how to minimise the risk of unknowingly letting to a drugs gang and spot the signs!
- Networking Opportunities & Comfort Break
- SECOND SPEAKER: Doug Marshall - Managing Partner of Property Tax People
TITLE: Property Taxes and Challenges Ahead - S24, Use of Limited Companies and VAT on Developments explained...
HM Revenue & Custom continually change the legislation surrounding property tax making it hard to keep up so we have invited Doug Marshall, Managing Partner of Property Tax People Ltd to help us stay as tax efficient as possible and to provide an update on S24, use of limited companies and the Autumn budget specific to the property industry. A lot to look forward to!
- Host Round-Up
- Event Finishes
*** CONTINUED PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT *** The hours spent attending this event will contribute towards Continued Professional Development (CPD) for NLA Accredited landlords. The relevant number of hours should be manually added to your CPD profile on NLA Online Library.
White Clouds Sangha in Swindon meets every Tuesday evening from 6:45pm to 8:45pm. Our practice is simple, and those who are new to the group will be gently guided by the facilitator. The normal format is as follows:
A reading or audio extract from Thich Nhat Hanh’s teachings
A guided Meditation 20 mins
Slow Walking Meditation around the room 5-10 mins.
A silent meditation 20 mins
A time of group sharing
The purpose of the Tuesday evening is not for the facilitator to “teach” meditation but rather for the group to learn together more about mindfulness practice as taught by Zen Buddhist Master Thich Nhat Hanh. We learn about the practice through the audio and text materials that we use and through sharing our experiences.
Information about location and parking can be found on our website here:
A guided Meditation 20 minsSlow Walking Meditation around the room 5-10 mins.
Using a potters wheel you can throw your very own ceramic masterpiece. There is a charge of £15 for the session which includes firing your pot. If you want to glaze it too, once it has been fired you can join the pottery hand building meetup at the studio or drop in to one of the general 2hr sessions every Tuesday and Wednesday[masked], 12-2, 4-6, or 6.30 - 8.30 pm (these sessions are £10)
This is a steady Social ride of around 23 miles.
Starting from – We meet outside Shrivenham primary school at 5.50 for a 6pm start, SN6 8AG
This is a reasonably flat 11 mile ride out to The Chequers inn at Charney Bassett, then about 12 flat miles to get back home
Country Roads in the main with a very short section on the A417 on the way back
The Chequers inn for refreshment.
Please bring spare inner tube and pump to suit your wheels; helmets recommended but not compulsory; please bring lights (mandatory) not because we will stay till closing time but we may have a mechanical and be back a little later than expected.
An ideal opportunity for new members to join in; the pace will not be fast; no one gets left behind and it’s free so there’s nothing to lose except a few pounds (in weight and cash!!!!!!)
Please book onto this ride from https://www.letsride.co.uk/rides/checking-in-at-chequers
We are aiming to facilitate rides for ladies looking to take up road cycling and returners to the sport with additional group rides for the more seasoned riders.
Please dust off your bikes, oil those chains and join us at Supermarine at 6.30pm for rides out to Highworth and surrounding area. Circa 10 miles.
All welcome. For more details and to book onto the ride, visit https://www.letsride.co.uk/rides/star-velo-breeze-5
Every Wednesday many of the members come along to the open evening to work on their own projects and socialise. Its our most social night with many members there
Its the best night people who are interested to have a look around, talk to members and have a tour of the place
34, B S S House, Swindon, Wiltshire SN2 2PJ
Swindon
❌CHANGE OF DATE!!!!!! THIS EVENT IS NOW POSTPONED TO MAY!!! VERY SORRY FOR ANY INCONVENIENCE.❌
New Meet Up for a book lovers!!!
If you love books and love meet up with people who share your passion please join us on Wednesday 8th of May at The Clifton Pub (Old Town) for a first meeting. Please bring with you, your favourite book or the one you recently reading and would like to share with us.
We will talk about books which we love and which inspire us. We will have a chance to have a drink, chat and spend nice evening in lovely pub. 🍷☕📖📑
Meet Up starts at 7.00pm
Place: The Clifton Pub on Clifton Street , Swindon (🅿️pub have a parking🅿️!)
See you soon 👍
Clifton Street, Old Town, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN1 3PY
Swindon
Please come to listen and experience world known public speaking programme Toastmasters. You can come for free for up to 3 meetings before you decide if you would like to join.
Step by step guide to repaying the equity loan with timelines and costs involved
Tips on being ready to repay your equity loan
Question and answer session
Whether you're considering your equity loan options soon or in the future, our informative session is aimed at giving you the best chance to achieve your goals of repayment when that time comes.
Attendees will gain a good understanding of the different options, the steps involved, the timescales and potential costs to expect.
In our experience of dealing with remortgaging for Help to Buy clients, a lot of focus at the outset of your equity loan will have been on getting your initial mortgage deal, the purchase of the new house itself and choosing your extras. The equity loan terms, length and repayment plan isn't often given the attention we believe it needs. Whereas, our approach to upfront equity loan advice is centred around ensuring our clients fully understand the equity loan and that we establish a repayment strategy.
Planning ahead is key and we hope our presentation helps those in attendance to be in the best position they can when it comes to repaying their loan.
YOUR HOME MAY BE REPOSSESSED IF YOU DO NOT KEEP UP REPAYMENTS ON YOUR MORTGAGE. THINK CAREFULLY BEFORE SECURING OTHER DEBTS AGAINST YOUR HOME.
Fancy forgetting that we are only half way through the week? Come along and enjoy a game or two in a friendly environment and endludge your competitive streak whalst maybe even treating yourself to a pint or two. Feel free to bring games along (I only have a few).
The next SNAP meeting will take place on Thursday 9 May at Thrings, 6 Drakes Meadow, Penny Lane, Swindon SN3 3LL. Registration is at 8am, with the talk starting at 8.45am and ending around 9.30am.
Our speaker at this meeting will be Graeme Canning, Director of SevenCapital, who will be presenting their proposals for the consented North Star Village; a 500,000sqft leisure, dining and retail development which will include one of the UK's largest indoor real ski slopes.
There will be time for Q&A afterwards.
With considerable local interest in what will undoubtedly become a regional leisure facility, we suggest booking early to secure your place.
The cost to attend is £10, payable upon registration or by cash or cheque (made out to Morris Owen) on the day, when we will be issuing receipts.
If you are unable to attend this time, feel free to forward this invitation to a colleague.
We run regular Thursday meditation classes at the Haydon Centre in North Swindon. Our classes include a relaxation breathing meditation, teachings for a happy mind, followed by a meditation on the topic of the teaching, with the opportunity to ask questions and discussion at the end. This term we are covering the special teachings on profound wisdom. The regular practice of these teachings can help us become more peaceful, more considerate to others, more insightful, and overall more in control of our experiences. You will have the opportunity to meet like-minded people and share views and experiences in a safe friendly environment. The classes are for everyone and run on a drop-in basis, so no need to book, just come along. More information on our website:
White Clouds Sangha meets every Thursday evening from 6:45pm to 8:45pm. Our practice is simple, and those who are new to the group will be gently guided by the facilitator. The normal format is as follows:
A reading or audio extract from Thich Nhat Hanh’s teachings
A guided Meditation 20 mins
Slow Walking Meditation around the room 5-10 mins.
A silent meditation 20 mins
A time of group sharing
The purpose of the evening is not for the facilitator to “teach” meditation but rather for the group to learn together more about mindfulness practice as taught by Zen Buddhist Master Thich Nhat Hanh. We learn about the practice through the audio and text materials that we use and through sharing our experiences.
Information about location and parking can be found on our website here:
T Levels will be running from September 2020 and are designed to provide the knowledge and experience needed to open the door to highly skilled employment, higher-level and university study or higher apprenticeships. They combine classroom, theory, practical learning and a three month industry placement with an employer, to make sure that students have real experience of the workplace.
We are delighted to be running, in association with the Swindon and Wiltshire Local Enterprise Partnership (SWLEP), this important FREE breakfast event for employers on Friday May 10th, from 7.45am to 9.15am. Come and find out more about: how industry placements will work and the value of them to your business; how you can get involved; the links between T Levels and higher-level study and higher apprenticeships; the opportunities available within the SWLEP area.
Event timings:
7.45 am Arrival and coffee
8.00 am Breakfast rolls and pastries
8.20 am Swindon and Wiltshire Local Enterprise Partnership
8.30 am Higher Futures
8.40 am Industry Placements – College presentation (15mins)
8.55 am Employer experience of running an industry placement: Q&A
9.15 am Close
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Just bring yourself and we'll get to know each other with a coffee or tea (and maybe cake). No agenda and formalities, we're all about connecting as people rather than "business people" so let's chat! We'd love to hear what you'd like more of in the future too so we can shape the group around you.
The Love Fashion Live! Show is a first for Swindon town centre. Hosted by The Secret Stylist, Natasha Musson, who will showcase lines from Evans, House of Fraser Outlet, M&S, Miss Selfridge, River Island, Skopes, Yours and Wallis. Lee Ryan is set to wow the audience with an intimate acoustic performance as well as a Q&A.
Local models of all shapes and sizes are taking part. Nicole Cox from Swindon is currently Miss East Midlands, former Miss Wiltshire, former Pure International Miss United Kingdom and is also currently studying Engineering at University. Joining her will be a line-up of local ladies including blonde bombshell Sharon Woodhouse, Swindon’s original Diana Dors lookalike and a fuller figure curve model who has done a variety of reality TV shows, adverts, presenting and a radio show, with a natural passion for 1950s vintage glamour and an advocate for promoting curves in a positive light.
They will take to the catwalk to promote town centre retailers who are behind the campaign with their fantastic lines. New College Media Make-up students will also be providing professional make-up and hair for the models taking part. Hair and Media Makeup Course Leader Gemma Mulrooney said, “Media Make-up at New College are delighted to collaborate with Swindon town centre to create exciting makeup and hair looks for the catwalk for Love Fashion Live, we hope you enjoy this visual extravaganza and are inspired!”
Tickets for the Love Fashion Live! Show include free light refreshments, beauty demos and the chance to WIN a Beauty Hamper worth £100!
Minimum age 12 under 16's must be accompanied by an adult.
Coctails Night Out on Friday 10th of May 2019. We will meet at Longs Bar in Swindon, Old Town for a few drinks, chat and hopefully lots of fun. Next stop after Longs will be 1101 Bar also in Old Town... 🍸🥂🍹🍸🥂🍹🥂🍸🍹🥂🍸🍹🥂🍹
It’s never too late to learn to cycle. We have experienced, friendly instructors
along with bikes and equipment to use. The athletics track is a great, flat,
traffic-free environment to learn to ride and build up your confidence on
two wheels. The session is free!
Booking required by emailing bhumphrey@swindon.gov.uk
Meeting at Swindon Bus Station (Bay 9) this is a mystery bus ride leading to a 6 mile circular walk. Please bring lunch.
Find out more about this walk on the Ramblers website
The ramblers run hundreds of walks each week – from short urban strolls to long walks in the countryside. You’re welcome to try out any of their walks for free. Once you’ve experienced the views, fun and exhilaration it’s just a case of becoming a member.
A great way to find out if golf is the game for you.
You’ll get together with other beginner girls to relax and play fun games. PGA professional coaches will lead the activities and Girls Golf Rocks Ambassadors from local clubs and the county girls’ squad will be on hand to help and encourage you. Any equipment you need will be provided. You’ll also have plenty of time to chat and make new friends over refreshments.
You can wear what you like as long as it’s comfy and keeps you warm. Trainers are fine for footwear.
If you enjoy yourself then you can come and join us for girls-only group coaching.
This is a gentle social ride of around 11 miles.
Starting from – We meet outside Shrivenham primary school at 9.50 for a 10am start, SN6 8AG
Although a short route, just over 11 miles in total, many will know the roads out of Shrivenham and Sevenhampton have climbs which can get you panting. So there will loads of encouragement flying about, we will stop in a safe location to re group. Of course all that goes up must come down, so we will have to take it steady on the downhill sections and take good care at the narrow bridge over the River Cole at the 1.5 mile and 9.5 mile points. If your little ones are cycling they should sleep well after this ride.
Please book onto this ride from https://www.letsride.co.uk/rides/roving-to-roves-farm
Join the Swindon Heritage Team for an interesting walk around Christ Church along with its cemetery.
Meet at the main entrance to Christ Church, Cricklade Street
Event leaders Fran, Andy and Noel
Book in advance on 07968 246 792 or ambamwas@yahoo.com
Video games night, a night to socialise playing games. What else is there to say
Social Nights are free however we do ask for donations
You are welcome to bring your own gear too! A mix of retro and recent consoles will be out across all the tvs and the projector. From Mario Kart to Metal Slug to Jack box party pack
34, B S S House, Swindon, Wiltshire SN2 2PJ
Swindon
This year’s Employment Law Update delivered by Royds Withy King will take place at the Swindon Marriott Hotel on Tuesday 14 May 2019. Malcolm Gregory and Lauren Harkin, who are well known in the local HR community, will deliver a lively and entertaining update on all the hot areas of employment law including a case law update and discussion about the challenges facing the future of work.
Cascade HR’s survey towards the end of last year highlighted employee engagement, recruitment and retention, absence management and wellbeing as the biggest challenges for HR Professionals in 2019. GDPR compliance was also stated as being problematic for many.
This year’s update promises to include the employment law issues associated with all of the biggest challenges for the profession.
Plenty of free parking is available at the hotel.
Tea, coffee and cold drinks together with bacon rolls, pastries and fruit will be served.
