Services for Residents

The following services are available to residents of the Parish of Covingham.

Speed Indicator Devices

The Parish Council operates two Speed Indicator Devices to help improve road safety.
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Allotments

Information about allotments available to Covingham residents can be found here.
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Grants to Voluntary and Charitable Organisations

The Council offers grants to support local voluntary and charitable groups.
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Flower Boxes

Residents can help maintain flower boxes around street name signs near their homes.
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Services to the Community

These services are carried out on behalf of all residents of the Parish of Covingham.

Grass Cutting

Grass areas across Covingham are cut every two weeks from March to October, weather permitting.

Leisure Equipment Inspections

All parish leisure equipment is regularly inspected to ensure safety.
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Litter Picking

Between 40 and 60 sacks of litter are collected each week. We work hard to keep Covingham tidy and appreciate your help by using litter bins or taking rubbish home.

Emptying of Dog and Litter Bins

• 14 dog waste bins are emptied weekly
• 20 litter bins are emptied most days

Please note these bins are for litter only. Domestic waste should be placed in your wheelie bins or recycling boxes provided by Swindon Borough Council.

Hedge Trimming

Hedges are trimmed annually, with additional cutting carried out if growth becomes a safety hazard.

Road Sweeping

All roads in Covingham are professionally swept twice a year — in July and again in late autumn after leaf fall.

Dorcan Stream Checks

Regular inspections of Dorcan Stream are carried out to monitor water levels and identify blockages or potential flood risks and escalate any matters to Swindon Borough Council and/or the Environment Agency as a precautionary measure.