Swindon or Swindon Village is both a village and a

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in the

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, in the

district, in the county of

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, England. It is located northwest of Arle. The Swindon parish had a population of 1,778 according to the 2011 census.

Landmarks

*A park and playing field, which includes football pitches, a cricket pitch and two pavilions. *The Church of St Lawrence, which is in the centre of the village. The church dates from the 12th Century. Its bell tower has six unequally sized walls. *The Village Hall, which contains a hall with a performance stage, a side room and a licensed bar, all of which are used for private and community. *Swindon Village Primary School. *Seasons Business and Leisure Complex (previously the

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sports and social club and originally the Eagle Star Sports and Social Club), and used for training by

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References

External links

Swindon Village guide
(Cheltenham4u web site) Areas of Cheltenham Villages in Gloucestershire Civil parishes in Gloucestershire {{Gloucestershire-geo-stub