WORK on a new multi-million pound Swindon pub is a step closer to beginning. Arkell s Brewery has appointed Edmont Ltd as its main contractor for the construction of a neighbourhood pub in the Tadpole Garden Village. The Stratton brewery has picked the borough-based business to be responsible for the multi-million-pound build project. which is set to start this summer. Edmont is based on Hyde Road, a stone s throw from the brewery, and is a contractor with more than 50 years’ experience in construction, fit-out, joinery, and a longstanding partner of Arkell’s. The two have worked together on a number of projects over the years, including building The Tawny Owl in 2003, The Liden Arms in 1980 and The Woodshaw Inn in 1985 as well as some of the rooms in The White Hart, in a partnership which dates back to the 1970s.
SIX mums of children with disabilities and special educational needs are on a mission to make the town s play areas more inclusive. The group wants to see more disabled-friendly play park equipment installed so their children don t have to sit on the sidelines and watch their siblings and friends having fun. One of the founders, Anna Bird said: “It is heart-breaking when we visit a park and there is no play equipment my daughter can use. Emily loves going on swings, but she is too big for a baby swing, and cannot sit on a standard swing. There are also many multi-play units that she cannot manage.”