Pride 2026

FAQs

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What food & drink options will be at the event, and can I bring my own?

We will have many options available, including a dedicated tea and coffee stall.  Please see our Marketplace Information page to see more about what food and drink options will be available on the day.

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Whilst you are welcome to bring your own food and drinks, including alcohol we do recommend that you support Pride and take advantage of the food and drink options on the day, including our fully licensed bar (part of the proceeds support Swindon & Wiltshire Pride).  

 

No glass bottles, and please make sure to recycle using the bins provided!  Please review our Alcohol Policy.

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If you are drinking, please do so responsibly (please see our Alcohol Policy). Pace yourself, and drink plenty of water or soft drinks in between alcoholic drinks. We recommend you don’t drink on an empty stomach and make sure you eat throughout the day.

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Water will be available during the Pride event.

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Will I be able to buy things at the event?

Yes, we have a range of traders, with a focus on supporting local businesses, at the event - and of course we will also have a full range of Pride merchandise recognising a wide range of identities available too!  

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Will there be seating?

There will be limited seating available, and it will be prioritised for those with accessibility needs - you are encouraged to bring chairs or a picnic blanket if you'd like to sit!

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Will there be parking?

There is no designated parking for GWR Park.  If you'd like to park on the day, see local car parks.

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Accessibility

GWR Park is wheelchair accessible, although there may be uneven ground in some places, we will have matting in various places across the park to aid getting around the park, and picture boards available for non-verbal attendees.

 

​The park can be loud, so please be wary if you're sensitive to sound, you might want to bring ear defenders.​

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Arval returns again this year to ensure Pride remains accessible to all.

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Please see our Accessibility document for the day for more information.

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Are dogs allowed?

Dogs are allowed at the event. However, please consider that our event tends to be large and noisy, with many people in attendance. We encourage you to use your judgment when deciding whether to bring your furry friend. While some dogs may enjoy the excitement, others may find it overwhelming. Ultimately, the well-being and comfort of both your dog and our event attendees are paramount.  Please note dogs must be on their lead at all times.

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Will there be bag searches?

Swindon and Wiltshire Pride reserve the right to search anyone who attends the event, failure to comply could result in the attendee being refused entry.  Bag searches will be in operation at each entrance to GWR Park

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What should I wear?

You can wear whatever you like, although we think the more colourful the better! However, please keep in mind that we can't control the weather, so be prepared for all eventualities. It might be helpful to check the forecast beforehand and consider bringing suncream, additional layers, a raincoat, or an umbrella depending on the weather on the day.

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How do I get to GWR Park?

You can find directions here.

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Arrival by Bus  

 

Swindon and the surrounding areas are serviced by local and national buses by InSwindon buses, Stagecoach, and more. Buses which stop close to GWR park are: 

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• 1, 1A, 1B, 4 (towards Town) Dean Street (322 ft to main stage) 

• 1, 1A, 1B, 4 (away from town) at Health Hydro (0.2 miles to main stage) 

• 6, 7, 53, 55 Gold (away from town) at Catherine Street Stop M (0.4 miles) 

• 5 (away from town) at Faringdon Road Stop N (0.3 miles) 

• 1, 1A, 1B (away from town) at Faringdon Road Stop P (0.3 miles) 

• 22 (away from town) at Faringdon Road Stop Q (0.3 miles) 

• 1, 1A, 1B, 5, 7 (towards town) at Farnsby Street Stop S (0.4 miles) 

• 25, 154 (both directions) at Sunnyside Avenue (0.6 miles) 

 

Arrival by Rail 

 

The start of the March is approximately a 5 minute/0.3 mile journey from Swindon railway station, with the GWR Park a 15-20 minute/0.7 mile journey.  

 

Arrival by Car

  

Access to Swindon is well signposted and town centre car parks with parking spaces are located at:

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• Swindon Designer Outlet West (0.3 miles) 

• Swindon Designer Outlet North (0.5 miles) 

• Bristol Street (0.2 miles) 

• Brunel North (0.3 miles) 

• Brunel West (0.4 miles) 

• Catherine Street (0.4 miles) 

• Commercial Road (0.5 miles) 

• Granville Street Short Stay (0.6 Miles) 

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For further information about each parking location please see https://www.swindon.gov.uk/directory/16/car_parks 

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We request that attendees do not park on residents’ private driveways, block access routes, or park on roads that do not permit parking. 

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What can't I bring?

The following items are prohibited:

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• Psychoactive substances or legal highs. 

• No dangerous or hazardous items. Anyone found with a weapon will be detained and reported to the Police.

• ​BBQs

• ​Flares, fireworks, or pyrotechnics

• Glass

• ​Posters, signs, or banners that could be deemed offensive

• Portable laser equipment and pens