Stratton St Margaret Parish Council

Stratton St Margaret Parish Council Stratton St Margaret Parish Council has a population of around 23,000 and 9,900 dwellings. It is one of the largest Parish Councils in England.

Follow us on Instagram at SSMPC has developed into one of the largest Parish Councils in the country and is a member of the Local Council Award Scheme, a nationally recognised scheme that demonstrates that the Council is managed effectively and has an elected mandate. The Parish is separated into five Wards, which are represented by 18 Councillors. One of our main priorities is to pr

ovide high quality, well maintained open spaces including safe, interesting and innovative play areas. Other services include:
- Beechcroft Community Library
- Meadowcroft Community Centre
- St Margaret Cemetery
- Green Road Cemetery
- White Hart Allotments
- St Philips Allotments

The SSMPC Vision

“To work together with all sectors of the community to enhance the social and economic wellbeing of the people of Stratton St Margaret so that it is an even better place to live, work and visit”. The SSMPC Mission

Stratton St Margaret Parish Council is committed to improving and enhancing the Parish of Stratton St Margaret in an environmentally sustainable manner, having regard to the identified needs and wishes of all sections of the community. The Parish Council continues to make significant improvements within the local community by working closely and in partnership with other organisations. These organisations are key contributors and represent the diversity of the local community and include voluntary, business and public sectors.

📚 Homework Club is Back This Thursday! ✏️Our Homework Club resumes this Thursday, giving young people a quiet, supportiv...
08/09/2026

📚 Homework Club is Back This Thursday! ✏️

Our Homework Club resumes this Thursday, giving young people a quiet, supportive space to get their homework done!

🕕 6–7pm
📍 Beechcroft Library, SN2 7QQ
🎒 Ages 11–16

🎉 Our Youth Provision has something for everyone! Sessions are safe, welcoming, and a great way to meet new friends! 😊

👉 For more information & how to sign up, please see:
https://www.strattonstmargaret.gov.uk/our-services/youth/

📜 A Friendly Reminder 📜In support of the Swindon-Wide History Festival, Beechcroft Library is home to a History of Swind...
08/09/2026

📜 A Friendly Reminder 📜

In support of the Swindon-Wide History Festival, Beechcroft Library is home to a History of Swindon display throughout September! It's packed with resources to explore our town's past!

In addition, every Thursday, 4–5pm, the History Society will be in the library ready to chat with anyone who drops in about local history! Pop along, ask questions, and discover something new!

📍 Beechcroft Rd, SN2 7QQ

Grange Leisure and Community Centre also have their own wonderful History Board on display for one more week, so why not pop by before it moves on!

📍 Grange Dr, SN3 4JY

You can find out more about the Swindon-Wide History Festival below:
👉 https://visithighworth.co.uk/events/vhl-events-004.html

🎉 History fun at Youth Club this September! 🎉In support of the Swindon-Wide History Festival, our Youth Club sessions wi...
07/09/2026

🎉 History fun at Youth Club this September! 🎉

In support of the Swindon-Wide History Festival, our Youth Club sessions will be getting into the history spirit!

📅 On 16th and 17th September, our Youth Club sessions will explore how Swindon has evolved over the past 50 years! This will be a great chance for young people to discover how much has changed right on their doorstep!

🏆 We're also running a Best History Fact Competition! Our young people at Youth Club can submit their most interesting Swindon history fact to us by 30th September, with the winner taking home a LEGO prize!

Stay tuned for updates on how our young historians get on! 🕰️

🌳 Introducing the Tree of Hope at Beechcroft Library 🌳This September marks Su***de Prevention Month, and to mark it, we'...
04/09/2026

🌳 Introducing the Tree of Hope at Beechcroft Library 🌳

This September marks Su***de Prevention Month, and to mark it, we're proud to be supporting Swindon and Gloucestershire Mind's Tree of Hope initiative at Beechcroft Library!

Next week, the Tree of Hope will be there to encourage messages of hope, affirmation and support, helping people see that they are not alone. Running from World Su***de Prevention Day (10th September) through to World Mental Health Day (10th October), it will highlight the safe spaces and resources across our community where people can reach out to when life feels difficult. 💚

And remember, support is always closer than you think! Our Wellbeing Café runs every Friday for anyone who'd like a welcoming space to talk:
👉 https://www.strattonstmargaret.gov.uk/council_events/the-wellbeing-cafe/

When times feel heavy, reaching out can make a difference. We are here for one another. 💚

***dePreventionMonth

🍺 Historical Blue Plaques: John Arkell 🍺In support of the Swindon-Wide History Festival, we're shining a light on one of...
04/09/2026

🍺 Historical Blue Plaques: John Arkell 🍺

In support of the Swindon-Wide History Festival, we're shining a light on one of our parish's historical blue plaques!

Born into a farming family in Kempsford in 1802, John emigrated to Canada in his late twenties, before returning to England for love and settling in Stratton St Margaret. In 1843 he bought a farm and grew malting barley, and by 1861 had built a new brewery on the present site, laying the foundations for what would become Arkell's, Swindon's oldest business which is still going strong to this day!

He passed away on 21st October 1881, much mourned by the local community who knew him as "Honest John."

🔵 You can find John's blue plaque at Arkell's Brewery, SN2 7RU.

Want to learn more about our historical blue plaques? Head to our website:
👉 https://www.strattonstmargaret.gov.uk/stratton-history/historical-blue-plaques/

You can find out more about the Swindon-Wide History Festival here:
👉 https://visithighworth.co.uk/events/vhl-events-004.html

☕🌿 Our second Wellbeing Café session is tomorrow! 🌿☕In August, we launched a new wellness group, in partnership with Bre...
03/09/2026

☕🌿 Our second Wellbeing Café session is tomorrow! 🌿☕

In August, we launched a new wellness group, in partnership with Brew Book, called the Wellbeing Café!

The Wellbeing Café is a warm and welcoming space located inside Brew Book, where you can come along for a cuppa, have a chat, meet & connect with others and spend some time supporting your wellbeing! 🍵

Come along, get comfortable and let’s brew better days together! 💚

📅 Every Friday
⏰ 1pm–3pm
📍 Brew Book, Beechcroft Road, SN2 7QQ

Have you explored our History Routes yet? 🕰️In support of the Swindon-Wide History Festival, we'd like to kindly remind ...
03/09/2026

Have you explored our History Routes yet? 🕰️

In support of the Swindon-Wide History Festival, we'd like to kindly remind residents of our Upper Stratton and Lower Stratton History Routes!

📱 Simply scan the handy QR code on each starting sign to navigate your way through the trail, with the history of every stop right at your fingertips!

Each route offers a unique opportunity to discover and learn more about the history that has shaped our community! 💚

You can see the routes and more information here:
👉 https://www.strattonstmargaret.gov.uk/stratton-history-routes/

You can find out more about the Swindon-Wide History Festival here:
👉 https://visithighworth.co.uk/events/vhl-events-004.html

Stay tuned for more! 🕰️

☀️ What a summer it’s been at Stratton Youth! 💚As the summer holidays come to a close, we’d like to share how we've been...
02/09/2026

☀️ What a summer it’s been at Stratton Youth! 💚

As the summer holidays come to a close, we’d like to share how we've been making the most of the sunshine with some brilliant experiences for our young people! 🎉

🏖️ Weston-super-Mare Beach Trip: We enjoyed a fantastic day out by the seaside and the fun activities at the pier, making great memories together enjoying the rides, mini golf and arcade!

👮 PCSO Visit: Our young people had the opportunity to meet with our local Police Community Support Officers and learn more about the work they do in our community!

💦 Inflatable fun at Meadowcroft Field: Plenty of bouncing, splashing and laughter!

It’s been great to see so many young people getting involved, trying new things and enjoying time together. 💚

There will be plenty more to look forward to at Stratton Youth! 👀

🚶‍♀️ Fancy a Walk Through History? 📜In support of the Swindon-Wide History Festival, the History Society will be hosting...
02/09/2026

🚶‍♀️ Fancy a Walk Through History? 📜

In support of the Swindon-Wide History Festival, the History Society will be hosting a Heritage Guided History Walk and Talk trail at St Margaret's Church!

There will be a 'History of St Margaret's church' talk at 10am, followed by the Walk and Talk around Lower Stratton from 11am, as part of the St. Margaret's church B**r Festival.

You'll even get to hear why our logo features a dragon! 💚🐉

🖼️ Throughout September, you can also visit St Margaret's Church to see their History Board on display, sharing more about its story!

🗓️ Saturday, 12th September
📍 St Margaret's Church, Church St, SN3 4NB

You can find out more about the Swindon-Wide History Festival below:
👉 https://visithighworth.co.uk/events/vhl-events-004.html

Stay tuned for more! 🕰️

Through the community scheme, we were recently gifted a £30 voucher by Dunelm to spend for our local community groups! ...
01/09/2026

Through the community scheme, we were recently gifted a £30 voucher by Dunelm to spend for our local community groups! 🎁

Our Youth Worker and Community Worker purchased a variety of helpful items for our Over 60s Friendship Club and Youth Club! 🛍️

You can find out more information about our community groups here:
👉 https://www.strattonstmargaret.gov.uk/our-services/community-activities/

A huge thank you to Dunelm Swindon! 💚

Address

Meadowcroft Community Centre, Addison Crescent
Swindon
SN27JX

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4pm

Telephone

+441793823761

Website

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