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NewsDerby Telegraph

Big changes planned for historic building connected to iconic Swadlincote chimney

A new lease of life is in the offing for vacant historic buildings on the Pipeworks retail park

29 September 2026
Derby Telegraph

Much-loved Swadlincote food vendor will not return after devastating diagnosis

The Jacket Potato Ladies have served the residents and shoppers for nearly 36 years

28 August 2026
BBC Derbyshire

Remembering Dolly Parton, with Swadlincote tribute

Get ready for some country charm, Swadlincote! Local talent Lucy Floyd is set to bring the magic of Dolly Parton to our town with a special tribute. It sounds like a fantastic night out for all you music lovers!

26 August 2026
British Guild of Beer Writers

Swadlincote Community Pub Reopens Following Transformational £134,000 Refurbishment

Great news for beer lovers and community spirits in Swadlincote! Our much-loved local pub has thrown open its doors again after a fantastic £134,000 makeover. It’s wonderful to see such investment in our town's social heart.

17 August 2026
Derbyshire Live

Swadlincote pub's major £134k revamp - featuring 2 new beer gardens

Exciting news for our town! The John Thompson pub in Swadlincote is getting a fantastic £134k makeover, complete with not one, but two new beer gardens. It sounds like a wonderful spot to relax and enjoy a drink this summer!

16 August 2026
Hospitality & Catering News

Swadlincote Community Pub Reopens Following £134,000 Refurbishment

Great news for our community! The Swadlincote Community Pub has officially reopened its doors after a fantastic £134,000 refurbishment. It's wonderful to see this local hub looking so fresh and ready to welcome everyone back.

14 August 2026
Derby Telegraph

Mayor visits Swadlincote to hail saved bus route - amid traffic chaos causing 45-minute delays

Five-way traffic lights by the Sainsbury’s roundabout are causing long delays to buses

13 August 2026
Derby Telegraph

Homes plans for Derbyshire town 'stupid, dangerous and utterly ridiculous', campaigners claim

More than 1,200 people have signed a petition opposing plans for 250 homes off Sandcliffe Road in Swadlincote

4 August 2026
Derby Telegraph

'Constant roadworks make it impossible to run punctual bus service'

The 'critical' route between Swadlincote in Derbyshire and Ashby in Leicestershire is to be scrapped from August by Diamond but has now been rescued

21 July 2026
parkrun UK

Swadlincote junior parkrun #494

Get ready for another fantastic Swadlincote junior parkrun this weekend! Our local youngsters will be lacing up their trainers for the 494th event, a brilliant way to get active and enjoy our community park. It's always a joy to see so many smiling faces taking part!

11 July 2026
BBC Derbyshire

Woman fatally stabbed in house named by police

We're so saddened to hear about the tragic incident in a village just outside of Swadlincote, where a woman has sadly passed away. Our thoughts are with the community and loved ones at this incredibly difficult time.

23 June 2026
Derby Telegraph

Police issue Derbyshire murder investigation update after woman, 72, fatally stabbed

A 72-year-old woman was found with stab wounds at a property in Swadlincote

23 June 2026
Derby Telegraph

Derbyshire murder investigation launched after woman, 72, found with stab wounds

A woman was found injured at a property in Linton, Swadlincote

22 June 2026
parkrun UK

Swadlincote junior parkrun #492

Well hello there, Swadlincote! It's another parkrun weekend, and this Sunday sees the 492nd installment of our fantastic junior parkrun event. Get ready for another fun-filled morning down at the park!

13 June 2026
Construction Enquirer

Green light for £59m Swadlincote civic and leisure hub

Brilliant news for Swadlincote! Our town centre is set to get a huge boost with the go-ahead for that amazing £59 million civic and leisure hub. We can't wait to see what this means for our community!

4 June 2026
Derby Telegraph

New £60m major project approved for former Derbyshire colliery site

The new leisure centre would be built on the former Cadley colliery, a mile from Swadlincote town centre

4 June 2026
Derby Telegraph

Swadlincote leisure centre plan to pave way for notorious 'pinch point' bridge upgrade

South Derbyshire District Council is set to approve its £60 million plans for a new leisure centre and council HQ

28 May 2026
BBC

New leisure centre and office plan set for approval in Swadlincote

Exciting news for Swadlincote! Plans for a brand-new leisure centre and office development look set to get the green light. This is a fantastic step forward for our town!

26 May 2026
Derby Telegraph

Man from Swadlincote named among UK's 12 most wanted fugitives

He is wanted in connection with drug supply and cultivation offences

14 May 2026
Derby Telegraph

Work starts on Derbyshire town's drive-through Costa coffee shop

The new Costa coffee shop is being built in Darklands Road, Swadlincote

27 April 2026

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