The Wiltshire and Swindon History Centre
Welcome to the History Centre, your passport to the past
The Wiltshire & Swindon History Centre is open to the public on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays, 9.30am to 5pm, and on the first Saturday of the month. Whether a first-time visitor or a regular you are assured a warm and friendly welcome from our staff who are on hand to answer your queries and help you make the most of your time in the search room.
Please note that we will be closed on Friday 27 November. We apologise for the inconvenience. Information about opening times and planning your visit can be found on this website.
Ahead of your visit you can search our online archive catalogue.
It is advisable to book your archives and local studies visit in advance by contacting us by email or telephone. If you have any problems or queries please get in touch by email in the first instance or telephone 01249 705500.
Latest News
Swindon and Wiltshire Pride: a ground-breaking new project
We are excited to be partnering with a ground-breaking National Heritage Lottery Fund project run by Swindon and Wiltshire Pride to discover Wiltshire’s hidden LGBTQIA+ history. With support from the National Lottery Heritage Fund, and partnered by Wiltshire & Swindon History Centre and Swindon Local Studies Library, We Were [...]
Folkestone book of maps: A tale of curiosity
We have been delighted to work with the New Folkestone Society on their project to conserve and digitise 'A Book of Mapps of The Estate of the Hon[oura]ble Jacob Desbouvery Esq Lyong In the East Part of Kent'. (ref 1946/2/3E/1) held in the archive collection of the Earls of [...]
News from the Conservation Laboratories
News from the Conservation Laboratories Our conservation teams have been working on a diverse range of fascinating projects, from historic artefacts to archival treasures. Here are some highlights from across the laboratories. Objects Conservation Decorative Arabic-Style Spoon A striking decorative brass spoon from North Hertfordshire Museum recently underwent conservation [...]
