Explore the area

Having become a bustling hub of fashion and entertainment since its humble beginnings as a market town, Swindon is arguably most famous nowadays for being home to Swindon Designer Outlet and only 5 mins away from Harpers Steakhouse.

Since it opened in 1997, Swindon Designer Outlet has become one of the most popular destinations in Swindon and the surrounding areas.

Located within close proximity to the M4 motorway, Swindon Designer Outlet boasts more than 100 retail stores. Attracting more than a million visitors every year, Swindon Designer Outlet is housed in Grade II listed buildings that were once home to the Great Western Railway works and is one of the largest covered designer outlets in the whole of Europe.

There is also The Steam Museum Of The Great Western Railway which allows visitors to learn about the impact that the GWR has had on Swindon, while the Richard Jefferies Museum celebrates the work of the great writer and the Museum of Computing displays a wonderful collection of early technology.

If it is fun for all the family that you are looking for, head straight for Roves Farm or Butterfly World & Farm Park. Nature walks, goat brushing and tractor rides are all on offer at Roves Park, while butterflies (obviously!), fish ponds and tropical flowers are all waiting to be discovered at Butterfly World & Farm Park. Coate Water Country Park is a nature reserve and area of scientific interest, offering activities for the whole family.

The model railway, pitch & putt, endless walks and fishing should keep everyone entertained, and there is an on-site cafe for those that feel thirsty or peckish.

Having first opened in 1822, Coate Park has been entertaining generations of “Swindonians” for 200 years.

If it is music, comedy, dance or drama that you are after, Wyvern Theatre has you covered. With a host of domestic and touring productions, all tastes are catered for at this 635 seat arena.