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Swindon, Market town in Wiltshire, England

The town spans over six thousand acres of land with numerous parks, shopping centers, and residential areas connected by an extensive road network.

The arrival of the Great Western Railway in 1843 transformed Swindon from a small settlement of 2,500 people into a major industrial center.

The STEAM Museum preserves the railway heritage through exhibits of locomotives, while the Wyvern Theatre presents regular performances throughout the year.

The McArthurGlen Designer Outlet houses over 100 retail stores in a renovated railway building, offering discounted prices on fashion brands.

Swindon established the United Kingdom's first lending library system and developed a healthcare center that influenced the formation of the National Health Service.

Location: Wiltshire

Capital city: Swindon

Website: https://swindon.gov.uk

GPS coordinates: 51.57000,-1.74000

Latest update: May 27, 2025 13:29

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