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Retailers giving it all Google Virtual Tour There’s been so many great events so far in 2013 we About us
- What is inSwindon BID?
wanted to show off just a few of the things that have
they’ve got… inSwindon BID Company have teamed up gone on throughout the town centre… inSwindon BID is a Business
with Wiltshires Google virtual tour to offer
retailers a unique opportunity to showcase
which promotes, manages and
their businesses to customers around the Improvement District, set up in 2007,
Despite the current economic climate, Swindon Similarly, other business owners adopt the world 24/7. co-ordinates operations and events
town centre retailers and business owners are same view that support is vital. Sue Bracken, in the town centre.
determined to continue to trade with a positive who runs Sweets Galore in the Brunel Centre, Using street view technology a virtual tour
attitude. says; “people in Swindon are supportive of brings businesses to life with a high quality, It is mainly funded by the retailers
In particular, independent retailers within independent retailers. If you can give them 360-degree interactive tour. and other businesses within the town
Swindon have been talking about their view a good service they will always come back. centre area. In February 2012 the
on the situation; and what approach they are I get to know them, their families and what Swindon town centre businesses that have Company was successful in a renewal
taking to the matter. they do”. already taken advantage of this great offer to secure the future of the company
include Great Western Cameras, Wyvern for a further five-years at a vote taken
A well-established businessman in the town With such positivity and the drive to ensure Theatre, Sugar Celebrations, Jury’s Inn, Spot by the Business Improvement District
centre, cobbler Vince Ayris, stated “To be customers are always receiving good service, on Models and Penny Farthing Antiques. investors.
successful you have got to be a community business owners are showing consumers
orientated business. It’s about support. If you that their services will not falter and that the To take a look go to Swindon BID Company The Company manages the Street
show support you get support back”. customer always comes first. website on www.swindontowncentre.co.uk or Team Ambassadors, the Security Radio
visit www.virtualswindon.com/inswindon. Network, major events and campaigns
such as the Christmas Lights Switch
On and Armed Forces Day, as well
New Shops in Swindon Town Centre as providing business support and
training to investors.
We have some new and exciting places opening within the town centre; here is what Swindon has to offer: For more details on inSwindon BID:

see www.swindontowncentre.co.uk
Costa Coffee - The Parade: Banquet Restaurant - Regent Street The Boss Barbershop -
Coffee lovers will be overjoyed by the arrival Eating out options for lunch and dinner in Havelock Square: Find us on
of a new Costa at The Parade in Swindon. Swindon have just improved with the opening Gentleman haircuts at an extremely reasonable Facebook:
Situated in Unit 7, near Debenhams, Costa will of a new Chinese restaurant in the town centre. price! Situated in Havelock Square, The Boss inSwindon BID Company Ltd
also create at least 12 jobs for local people; a The Banquet in Regent Street - formerly the Barbershop is an extremely modern, spacious
great prospect for Swindon town. Plum Tree pub offers over 60 eat-all-you-can barbers catering for young and old men alike. Follow us
dishes + dessert, sushi & salads. Open now. on Twitter:
Adults are just £7. @inSwindon

Warren James Jewellers Schuh - Regent Street: For more information:
- Havelock Square: Schuh is a well established and award winning Media queries should be

The jewellery specialists are back in town, shoe shop, specialising in fashionable shoes directed to Kirsty-Heber
chocked full of enthusiasm and great savings and trainers to suit all ages. Smith on 01793 485523 or
for all! The store will be situated at Unit 9, [email protected]
Havelock Square, and The Brunel Centre. They supply an outstanding list of branded
Deichmann - The Parade: shoes for men, women and children - with
varieties to suit all tastes! Schuh is open
Europe’s largest shoe retailer has landed in now and has had extremely positive website
Swindon! For all shoe lovers, Deichmann sell reviews for customer service- so go and see
an extensive range of quality footwear for their great team!
Poppins Cafe - Regent Street: men, women and children. A large store with a
size of two unit spaces, Deichmann is located
Poppins cafe is a cafe/restaurant situated opposite River Island and USC stores in the
in Regent Street and is open from 8.30am Parade, town centre. Open now.
Monday to Saturday every week.
It provides a warm and friendly atmosphere for
shoppers, retailers and families alike, offering
an extensive menu to suit many different
tastes. It is open now, so take a look and see
what delicious treats they have to offer- word
has it they supply a knickerbocker glory!
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