Living And Working In Swindon

In the South West of England, situated in the county of Wiltshire, lies the large town of Swindon which is approximately 70 miles west of London and 25 miles northeast of Bristol. There are excellent transport links with easy access to the M4 motorway and mainline train services with a direct train getting you to London in less than an hour.

Swindon has a long and interesting history and was even mentioned in the Domesday Book. Centuries later, after being known as a small bartering market town, the Industrial Revolution helped pave the way for the beginning of Swindon's rapid growth, especially with the construction of the canals. The Great Western Railway became significant because of the Isambard Kingdom Brunel's Swindon Works that was constructed for their locomotives and had their own village for the workers with health care being of utmost importance. The Works is now a fascinating Steam Museum. The railway works in general throughout Swindon boomed and at one point was the town's largest employer until its natural decline.

The thriving economy of Swindon is amongst the best in the UK and still retains its proud heritage within its industries. It has a vigorous rate of productivity amongst its workforce in addition to a high employment rate. Strong sectors include advanced manufacturing and engineering, construction, distribution and logistics, retail and leisure, financial and professional services, education, life sciences and healthcare, digital, innovation and technology. Swindon and the surrounding area has a higher than average number of larger companies and many major businesses are based here, providing stability and career growth potential. Swindon has recently been predicted as one of the fastest growing economies by the end of this year.

With a multi million pounds investment for regeneration this will increase business and job opportunities. With such good employment opportunities and popular with commuters, Swindon is often described as one of the best places to live in the UK and can boast some of the highest average incomes in the country.

Although Swindon does not currently have its own university, The University of the West of England and the University of Gloucestershire are both prominent and well respected universities which are not too far from the town.

The town centre area is mostly pedestrianised, offering a relaxing yet exciting shopping experience with both indoor and outdoor shops and regular markets. A designer outlet offers some amazing shops and a fantastic food court.

Swindon is home to several beautiful green spaces and parks such as Shaw forest Park, Queen’s Park and Coate Water Country Park and offer some lovely surroundings and tranquil walks while you admire the wildlife or engage in outdoor pursuits.

There is a thriving cultural scene in Swindon with a choice of annual events and festivals in place throughout the year. Wyvern Theatre presents many wonderful events and shows and with several galleries and museums you will never be wondering what to do next.

Swindon is situated between the Cotswolds and the North Wessex Downs, both which are areas of outstanding natural beauty so has some wonderful scenery, historic landmarks and picturesque villages waiting to be explored.

Swindon’s magnetism lies in its harmonious blend of heritage and modernity which offers a high quality of life and diverse opportunities. With a rich industrial history, the town has transitioned into a thriving hub of technology, innovation and business. There is a strong sense of community here which creates a welcome and vibrant atmosphere. In a town where history and progress co-exist, Swindon offers a unique and highly fulfilling lifestyle.

At The UK Careers Fair, we provide job applicants to find openings and opportunities to find their new corporate home. If you’re looking for career fairs in the UK, you’ll be glad to know that there will be a career fair held in Swindon at the County Ground on Thursday 28th September from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Download your free candidate ticket here!