Explore the Children's Heritage Story Trail
This self-guided heritage trail is designed to bring books out into the streets. A fun, free way for families to explore Swindon’s Railway Village.
The approximately one mile, flat trail starts outside the Bristol Street Tunnel. It follows the route of the Works Heritage Trail to take in GWR Park and the Railway Village including Emlyn Square, the Water Tower, Central Community Centre, the Platform and the Railway Village Museum. Solve questions about Swindon’s history at each of the 15 stops.
With thanks, the trail uses Hannah Dosanjh’s beautiful book A Railway Town Called Swindon. Members can borrow it from Swindon libraries. Or it is available to buy in person from Swindon’s Central Library Shop.
About Hannah Dosanjh
Hannah Dosanjh is a skilled illustrator and artist, also known for her unique collages and naive style art. Hannah has developed a distinctive style that draws inspiration from local history, creating detailed compositions and “time capsules” that transport viewers to a different era.
Hannah is passionate about using art, humour and story to bring local history to life for children. Her unique approach to learning through art has been welcomed by teachers and she has helped many students create their own unique works of art while learning about the past.
The trail has been created by Swindon Library & Information Service, in partnership with The Works Heritage Trail. It is funded with thanks to Historic England as part of Heritage Open Days.
