Welcome to
the Baydon Village Website
The village
lies on the ancient Roman Road of Ermin
Way; between Newbury in Berkshire and Swindon in
Wiltshire. Rising to 230 metres above sea level,
Baydon is the second highest village in Wiltshire,
comprising some 300 homes, including outlying farms,
with a population around 600. Nearby villages include
Aldbourne,
Lambourn,
and Ramsbury; with
the famous market town of Marlborough
being nine miles to the south.
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Baydon Book Exchanges
Located in the Church,
(open daily 8-4.30)
The book exchange has been refreshed.
Thank you for donating to our much used and valued village resource.
A Children's Book Exchange is also available. 
Donations are always welcome.
Join our 100 Club and
help raise much needed funds to run the
church. It's only £5 per month!
Each month, 35% of the money received is
paid out in three prizes.
More subscribers means,
Bigger prizes!
The draw takes place after the 8th day of
each month with results posted on the Church
notice boards.
For more information please contact
Mike Gray
mrbgray@btinternet.com
Or
Tel. 01672 540783.
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Baydon Stores & Post Office
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Parish Council
Minutes
from
Meetings:
Monday 23rd June.
Available
here.
The Sun is shining, Bees are buzzing and
Aldbourne Light Entertainment Club
has some casting to do!
Auditions for the
Carnival Murder Mystery
and this year’s November show
will take place on:
Monday 14th and Wednesday 16th July
at Aldbourne Memorial Hall.
Anyone interested in either or both shows
are very welcome to pitch up and join us.
Click the link above for more info.
Could You Be the Next Chair of
The Merchant’s House Trust?
The Merchant’s House in Marlborough –
a beautifully restored 17th-century silk merchant’s home and much-loved local
treasure —
is looking for a new Chair of Trustees.
We’re seeking someone who is passionate about local heritage,
enjoys working with people, and is ready to guide a small,
dedicated team into the future. Ideally, you’ll live locally
and value the importance of Marlborough’s history and culture.
As Chair, you’ll support our staff,
lead our Board, and help ensure the House thrives as a vibrant community and cultural space.
This is a voluntary role – perfect for someone who wants to make a real difference.
For more information on the Chair role or to arrange a confidential conversation,
please contact:
trustmanager@themerchantshouse.co.uk
or visit
www.themerchantshouse.co.uk
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Monday 7th July
Recycling Collections
Monday - Kerbside collections:
Recycling -
(No Glass)
Black box-
Glass items only
Click for
recycling details.
Tuesday - Kerbside collection:
Garden waste
(a subscription service).
Tuesday - Prayer meeting
@ St Nicholas, from 7:00 pm
Thursday - Mobile Library -
Outside the School -
10:50 /11:40
Thursday - Baydon Flyers
gather on the Green - 6:30 pm
Friday - Table Tennis Club
BYPA Village Hall - 7-9 pm
Sunday - Holy Communion
@ St Nicholas from 09:30 am.
Monday 14th July
Domestic Waste Collections
Tuesday - Kerbside collection:
Rubbish -
General household waste
Tuesday - Prayer meeting
@ St Nicholas, from 7:00 pm
Thursday - Baydon Flyers
gather on the Green - 6:30 pm
Friday - Table Tennis Club
BYPA Village Hall - 7-9 pm
Sunday - All Age Worship
@ St Nicholas from 09:30 am.
Food Bank Collection Point
All items go to
Swindon Food Collective.
ALDBOURNE AND BAYDON
LINK SCHEME
Is a lifeline to assist if you have no transport or are temporarily unable to drive or cannot access normal public transport, but you still need to get to that appointment at the Hospital, Doctors or Dental surgery.
We can help.
BUT WE ARE SEEKING MORE DRIVERS (expenses paid),
especially based
in BAYDON.
For further details please contact:
Coordinator 07767 116 895
or Alan Duck 540198
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Village Defibrillator