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Shops, bars and cafes could soon be opening at Swindon’s historic Carriage Works, with three commercial units ready for their new occupants.

Swindon & Wiltshire News
05.02.2026

Shops and cafes to open in heart of Swindon’s heritage zone

Shops, bars and cafes could soon be opening at Swindon’s historic Carriage Works, with three commercial units ready for their new occupants. Carriage Works, once part of the largest locomotive carriage works in the country, was built in 1876 […]

Entrepreneurial drive has led to a six per cent increase in demand for start-up loans in the South West, according to the British Business Bank.

Swindon & Wiltshire News
03.02.2026

Entrepreneurial drive sparks growing demand for start up finance in South West

Entrepreneurial drive has led to a six per cent increase in demand for start-up loans in the South West, according to the British Business Bank. The British Business Bank’s Start Up Loans programme provided more than 1,000 loans to […]

Business confidence in the South West dipped slightly during January, according to the latest Business Barometer from Lloyds Bank Commercial Banking.

Swindon & Wiltshire News
30.01.2026

South West business confidence dips slightly – but hiring intentions rise

Business confidence in the South West dipped slightly during January, according to the latest Business Barometer from Lloyds Bank Commercial Banking. But there was better news on the jobs front, with more firms saying they intended to increase staff […]

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A business centre on the outskirts of Trowbridge is to be put on the market by its owner Wiltshire Council.

Swindon & Wiltshire News
05.02.2026

Council-owned business centre in Trowbridge to be sold

A business centre on the outskirts of Trowbridge is to be put on the market by its owner Wiltshire Council. Ascot Court at White Horse Business Park offers serviced office space, co-working space, and meeting rooms under the council’s […]

Skate park planned for top floor of multi-storey car park

04.02.2026

Uncertain world leads to record start of year for defence firm

03.02.2026

Don’t treat apprentices as a cheap hire, warns Swindon expert

03.02.2026

Swindon & Wiltshire News
05.02.2026

Shops and cafes to open in heart of Swindon’s heritage zone

Shops, bars and cafes could soon be opening at Swindon’s historic Carriage Works, with three commercial units ready for their new occupants. Carriage Works, once part of the largest locomotive carriage works in the country, was built in 1876 […]

Swindon & Wiltshire News
05.02.2026

Data centre makes £10 million investment in Swindon

A European digital infrastructure provider is making a £10 million investment in Swindon’s digital infrastructure. nLighten plans to invest the money in its South Marston Industrial Estate data centre, including significant upgrades to the facility, enhanced security, modernised technology […]

Insolvency-related activity in Wiltshire and Berkshire decreased by 6.2 per cent last year, according to the UK’s restructuring, turnaround and insolvency trade body R3.

Swindon & Wiltshire News
05.02.2026

Insolvency-related activity down by 6.2 per cent in Wilts and Berks last year

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A PR event that generated more than £1 million in media value is to return towards the end of this year.

Swindon & Wiltshire Events
27.01.2026

PR event that generated more than £1 million in media value to return

A PR event that generated more than £1 million in media value is to return towards the end of this year. Swindon-based PR agency Scott Media has announced the return of the No BS Media Summit, which connects business […]

New Wiltshire venture urges people to ‘slow down, learn’ and escape’

18.12.2025

Chamber to kick off 2026 with forecast for year ahead

03.12.2025

Workshop will help businesses harness power of AI

18.11.2025

Swindon & Wiltshire Events
27.01.2026

Building Swindon’s Future will be topic of discussion at Business West event

A panel discussion exploring how housing, jobs, skills and education can be provided to ensure a bright future for Swindon will take place as part of the town’s Festival of Tomorrow. Featuring key voices from the business and civic […]

Swindon's popular Festival of Tomorrow is teaming up with the Science Museum Group’s Science and Innovation Park at nearby Wroughton for a new series of events aimed at people wanting to dive deeper into science and technology.

Swindon & Wiltshire Events
16.01.2026

Festival of Tomorrow and Science and Innovation Park launch new Hawking Building series

Salisbury is preparing to celebrate its 800th anniversary next year. In 2027 it will be eight centuries since it received the royal charter that allowed it to hold a weekly charter market.

Swindon & Wiltshire Events
13.01.2026

Salisbury sets out stall for landmark Charter Market anniversary

Salisbury is preparing to celebrate its 800th anniversary next year. In 2027 it will be eight centuries since it received the royal charter that allowed it to hold a weekly charter market. The charter, granted by Henry III, made […]

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Swindon-based creative agency GEL Studios has become employee-owned, awarding a 30 per cent stake to its in-house team.

Swindon & Wiltshire ESG
05.02.2026

Employee ownership for Swindon creative agency

Swindon-based creative agency GEL Studios has become employee-owned, awarding a 30 per cent stake to its in-house team. Under the new Enterprise Management Incentive (EMI) scheme with Vestd, 30 per cent of the business has been allocated to current […]

Wiltshire manufacturer made record community impact in 2025

14.01.2026

Zurich Community Trust pledges £180,000 to Swindon charities

08.01.2026

Environmentally-conscious apetito completes sustainable ‘deconstruction’ of manufacturing site

08.01.2026

Western Forest, England’s first new national forest in more than 30 years, has announced the appointment of Jamie Audsley as its first director.

Swindon & Wiltshire ESG
05.02.2026

Western Forest appoints first director to lead creation of England’s new national forest

Western Forest, England’s first new national forest in more than 30 years, has announced the appointment of Jamie Audsley as its first director. In its first five years, Western Forest aims to create at least 2,500 hectares of woodland […]

Staff at Swindon-headquartered construction firm Beard raised more than £170,000 in 2025 to support five chosen charities across the south of England.

Swindon & Wiltshire ESG
19.01.2026

Beard construction raises a record £170,000 for local charities in 2025

Staff at Swindon-headquartered construction firm Beard raised more than £170,000 in 2025 to support five chosen charities across the south of England. Funds raised through their endeavours will support thousands of people in communities in the regions where Beard […]

The team at Wiltshire-based financial adviser Southby & Co Financial Planning have announced their ambitious plan to raise funds for their 2026 Charity of the Year.

Swindon & Wiltshire ESG
19.01.2026

Award-winning financial advisers announce Charity of the Year

The team at Wiltshire-based financial adviser Southby & Co Financial Planning have announced their ambitious plan to raise funds for their 2026 Charity of the Year. In 2025 they raised £3,600 for CALM: Cancer and Leukaemia Movement, based in […]

People

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Wiltshire law firm Wansbroughs has a new managing associate to the firm’s commercial property team.

Swindon & Wiltshire People
26.01.2026

Commercial property expert joins Wiltshire law firm

Wiltshire law firm Wansbroughs has a new managing associate to the firm’s commercial property team. Richard Bowater advises a diverse client base, including high‑net‑worth individuals, major companies, families, and entrepreneurs, providing practical, high‑quality advice tailored to their goals, and […]

Siemens Mobility appoints new joint UK CEO

15.01.2026

Business competition so good they’ll launch it twice

13.01.2026

Nationwide CEO named new Women in Finance champion

16.12.2025

Swindon & Wiltshire People
21.01.2026

Tributes paid to Swindon accountancy boss

Business leaders from across Wiltshire have paid tribute to Mike Lloyd, who was one of Swindon’s top accountants for more than 30 years. Mike passed away after a short illness aged just 65 on January 9. He retired last […]

Generational communication expert and long-time Professional Speaking Association (PSA) member Alastair Greener has stepped into the role of president of the PSA UK and Ireland for 2026.

Swindon & Wiltshire People
19.01.2026

Communication expert appointed president of national speaking association

Generational communication expert and long-time Professional Speaking Association member Alastair Greener has stepped into the role of president of the PSA UK and Ireland for 2026. His appointment was announced at the PSA’s annual Speaking Business Summit in Telford, […]

Swindon-headquartered retail giant WH Smith has appointed ex-Balfour Beatty chief Leo Quinn as it executive chair.

Swindon & Wiltshire People
19.01.2026

WH Smith appoints new executive chair

Swindon-headquartered retail giant WH Smith has appointed ex-Balfour Beatty chief Leo Quinn as it executive chair. He replaces Annette Court in a shakeup aimed at restoring confidence. He joins as the retailer grapples with the fallout from accounting errors […]

Profiles

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Swindon & Wiltshire Profiles
15.07.2025

Wansbroughs

Established 1882, Wansbroughs LLP is a law firm based in Devizes, with an additional office in London. The firm has over 100 staff members, including approximately 20 partners. The firm is ranked in the Legal 500 for excellence in […]

Optimum Professional Services

13.01.2025

Charlton Baker

11.12.2024

National Self Build and Renovation Centre

16.10.2024

Swindon & Wiltshire Profiles
25.02.2025

CMD Recruitment

When it comes to recruitment, finding the right person is vital for both employer and employee. CMD Recruitment agency is Wiltshire’s leading independent employment agency with extensive connections and knowledge of employers in Wiltshire, Swindon and Bath’s job market […]

Swindon & Wiltshire Profiles
04.02.2025

Southby & Co. Financial Planning

Partners in your financial future Southby & Co. Financial Planning is a local company offering local financial advice both personal and corporate. The Swindon-based company helps provide financial peace of mind with a friendly, down-to-earth approach to protect the […]

Swindon & Wiltshire Profiles
27.01.2025

Jazzbones Creative

Jazzbones — turning trust into tangible results Jazzbones Creative is a digital marketing agency bringing big name and local brands to the fore. Jazzbones specialises in logos, visual identity, branding, digital marketing strategies and impactful and functional websites which […]

Experts

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A major shift is on the horizon for UK employment law, and it’s something every business owner and HR manager should have on their radar, says Peter Jones of the HR Dept Swindon, North Wiltshire and East Cotswolds

Swindon & Wiltshire Experts
05.02.2026

SMEs need to prepare for Initial Period of Employment – the HR Dept

A major shift is on the horizon for UK employment law, and it’s something every business owner and HR manager should have on their radar, says Peter Jones of the HR Dept Swindon, North Wiltshire and East Cotswolds The […]

Changing careers after 30 could boost your career in the long term

11.12.2025

Employment Rights Bill: Delays and compromise

04.12.2025

All change for High Income Child Benefit Charge

27.11.2025

With business owners and professionals ringing in the new year, Sally Holland of PPS Chartered Accountants in Swindon shares her top five practical tips to support businesses seeking to start the year off with financial confidence.

Swindon & Wiltshire Experts
28.01.2026

Getting your business finances right in 2026 – PPS Chartered Accountants

With business owners and professionals ringing in the new year, Sally Holland of PPS Chartered Accountants in Swindon shares her top five practical tips to support businesses seeking to start the year off with financial confidence. Self-employed are getting […]

Now we’re well into the New Year, what plans can you put in place, in 2026, to help your business thrive?

Swindon & Wiltshire Experts
14.01.2026

Get your business and finances ready for 2026 – Optimum Professional Services

Now we’re well into the New Year, what plans can you put in place, in 2026, to help your business thrive? Start with your business plan, and remind yourself that it is a dynamic, living document. This isn’t just […]

Employers cheering at the government’s U-turn on first day dismissal rights shouldn’t celebrate too soon, warns Helen Imbusi of the HR Dept.

Swindon & Wiltshire Experts
18.12.2025

Day-one dismissal U-turn – don’t celebrate too soon

Employers cheering at the government’s U-turn on first day dismissal rights shouldn’t celebrate too soon, warns Helen Imbusi of the HR Dept. While removing day-one unfair dismissal rights from the Employment Rights Bill is good news, there are plenty […]

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Featured News

Shops and cafes to open in heart of Swindon’s heritage zone

Entrepreneurial drive sparks growing demand for start up finance in South West

South West business confidence dips slightly – but hiring intentions rise

News

Council-owned business centre in Trowbridge to be sold

Skate park planned for top floor of multi-storey car park

Uncertain world leads to record start of year for defence firm

Don’t treat apprentices as a cheap hire, warns Swindon expert

Shops and cafes to open in heart of Swindon’s heritage zone

Data centre makes £10 million investment in Swindon

Insolvency-related activity down by 6.2 per cent in Wilts and Berks last year

Events

PR event that generated more than £1 million in media value to return

New Wiltshire venture urges people to ‘slow down, learn’ and escape’

Chamber to kick off 2026 with forecast for year ahead

Workshop will help businesses harness power of AI

Building Swindon’s Future will be topic of discussion at Business West event

Festival of Tomorrow and Science and Innovation Park launch new Hawking Building series

Salisbury sets out stall for landmark Charter Market anniversary

ESG

Employee ownership for Swindon creative agency

Wiltshire manufacturer made record community impact in 2025

Zurich Community Trust pledges £180,000 to Swindon charities

Environmentally-conscious apetito completes sustainable ‘deconstruction’ of manufacturing site

Western Forest appoints first director to lead creation of England’s new national forest

Beard construction raises a record £170,000 for local charities in 2025

Award-winning financial advisers announce Charity of the Year

People

Commercial property expert joins Wiltshire law firm

Siemens Mobility appoints new joint UK CEO

Business competition so good they’ll launch it twice

Nationwide CEO named new Women in Finance champion

Tributes paid to Swindon accountancy boss

Communication expert appointed president of national speaking association

WH Smith appoints new executive chair

Profiles

Wansbroughs

Optimum Professional Services

Charlton Baker

National Self Build and Renovation Centre

CMD Recruitment

Southby & Co. Financial Planning

Jazzbones Creative

Experts

SMEs need to prepare for Initial Period of Employment – the HR Dept

Changing careers after 30 could boost your career in the long term

Employment Rights Bill: Delays and compromise

All change for High Income Child Benefit Charge

Getting your business finances right in 2026 – PPS Chartered Accountants

Get your business and finances ready for 2026 – Optimum Professional Services

Day-one dismissal U-turn – don’t celebrate too soon

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