2021 Socially Distanced Days Out in Swindon

Explore some of Swindon’s best walks

Swindon and the surrounding areas boast some of the best countryside walks with a host of exhilarating routes on your doorstep and further afield perfect for adventure seekers. From the wild woods of Stanton Country Park to the marauding hills of Barbury Castle, a stroll in the great outdoors is one way of getting out the house and staying safe.

Take a look at Swindon’s Top 10 Walks here or watch our video on the Best Dog Walks in Swindon here.

Meet the farm animals

A trip to the farm is a favourite pastime and a great way to get out with the kids whilst staying safe and adhering to socially distanced guidelines. Roves Farm is a 166-hectare working farm in Swindon with tons of great farm activities for everyone to enjoy. 
 
Meet and feed the farm animals, enjoy tractor rides, and explore their outdoor adventure play areas throughout the winter. Lambing season also takes place throughout January so you may even be able to witness some beautiful moments on your visit to Roves this winter. 

Find out more and book your day out at Roves Farm here or by clicking below.

Re-live history at the STEAM Museum

Swindon is famous for its railway history, so what better way to re-live the story of the Great Western Railway than by enjoying an afternoon at the STEAM Museum of The Great Western Railway in Swindon. Travel through time and immerse yourself in the story of the men and women who built, operated, and travelled on the Great Western Railway. 
 
Step inside the famous locomotives, marvel at the iconic workmanship and even drive the train simulator. This is a brilliant day out for all the family and a must-visit for all of Swindon’s residents.

Head to the zoo

Everyone loves a visit to the zoo! So this January why not take the family on a Covid-secure day out to Cotswold Wildlife Park. Open every day throughout the year besides Christmas Day, Cotswold Wildlife Park have a fantastic array of exotic animals to marvel at including lions, white rhinos and everyone's favourite - meerkats! Located in Burford, this exciting zoo is just a short drive from Swindon and open till 4.30pm until March.