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  1. Who we are
  2. Our Trustees and Patrons

Trustees and Patrons

Sian Cook - Founder and Patron

Sian Cook - Founder and Patron

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Published: 1st May, 2019

Updated: 2nd March, 2020

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Tor Sandars - Chair of Trustees

Tor Sandars - Chair of Trustees

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Published: 2nd May, 2019

Updated: 10th May, 2022

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Quona Constable - Trustee

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Published: 3rd May, 2019

Updated: 16th May, 2021

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Luisa Godfrey - Trustee

Luisa Godfrey - Trustee

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Published: 4th May, 2019

Updated: 2nd March, 2020

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Derek Hardman - Trustee

Derek Hardman - Trustee

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Published: 4th May, 2019

Updated: 16th May, 2021

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Jeff Ives - Trustee

Jeff Ives - Trustee

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Published: 5th May, 2019

Updated: 16th May, 2021

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Caroline Johnson - Trustee

Caroline Johnson - Trustee

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Published: 6th May, 2019

Updated: 3rd September, 2020

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Mike Megan - Trustee

Mike Megan - Trustee

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Published: 6th May, 2019

Updated: 24th March, 2022

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Amanda Walburn-Green - Trustee

Amanda Walburn-Green - Trustee

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Published: 8th May, 2019

Updated: 16th May, 2021

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Sangeeta Bhabra - Patron

Sangeeta Bhabra - Patron

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Published: 9th May, 2019

Updated: 3rd September, 2020

Author: Laura Lewis

Richard Benyon - Patron

Richard Benyon - Patron

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Published: 9th May, 2019

Updated: 11th February, 2021

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Mary Cameron - Patron

Mary Cameron - Patron

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Published: 10th May, 2019

Updated: 2nd March, 2020

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Graeme Murty - Patron

Graeme Murty - Patron

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Published: 11th May, 2019

Updated: 2nd March, 2020

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Alastair Storey OBE - Patron

Alastair Storey OBE - Patron

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Published: 12th May, 2019

Updated: 2nd March, 2020

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Chris Tarrant OBE - Patron

Chris Tarrant OBE - Patron

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Published: 13th May, 2019

Updated: 2nd March, 2020

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  • And the winners are...

    And the winners are...

    The winners of our Easter Egg Hunt in association with Visit Newbury have been announced! Thank you to everyone who took part and well done to the winners.

  • Temporary Phone Number

    Temporary Phone Number

    The phones at Swings & Smiles are currently not working and we are using a temporary phone number. If you have an enquiry please call 01635 017480 or email [email protected]

  • Thank You Woolton Hill Village Market!

    Thank You Woolton Hill Village Market!

    We were very lucky to be supported by the Woolton Hill Village Market during 2020 and 2021 and were thrilled to receive a cheque for an amazing £700!

  • 100km Jurassic Coast Challenge

    100km Jurassic Coast Challenge

    Walking 100km (62 miles) over two days from Corfe Castle to Bridport. 58km day one and 42km day two. Jurassic Coast Ultra Challenge.
    Pete and Ju walking 100km.
    Danny walking Day 2 42km.

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  • Our sessions

    Our sessions

    Swings & Smiles is open seven days a week, providing a place to play and support for children with special needs and their families. Find out what's on offer and how you can book to come along.

  • Book a session

    Book a session

    Once you've completed our assessment form you'll be told which sessions you can attend at Swings & Smiles. You can book online via the website or email - we hope to see you soon!

  • What we do

    What we do

    Swings & Smiles is a place to play for children with special needs and their families. It offers a unique environment where the whole family feels supported and where they can spend quality time together. Our services include play sessions, sibling support and outreach.

  • Our facilities

    Our facilities

    Swings & Smiles offers play sessions for children with special needs and their whole family at our centre in Thatcham.

  • Sibling support

    Sibling support

    We understand just how different life is when you have a brother or sister who has a disability or special needs. We run three sessions a month for siblings which are free to attend, as well as offering a 5 week course in schools.

  • Contact us

    Contact us

    How to get in touch with or find Swings & Smiles in Thatcham, West Berkshire with details of opening times.

  • Music Quiz Hosted by Chris Tarrant

    Music Quiz Hosted by Chris Tarrant

    We're so excited to be holding an exclusive Music Quiz hosted by the one and only Chris Tarrant, taking place at The Owners Club at Newbury Racecourse on Friday 10th June 2022!

  • Work with us

    Work with us

    Find out about our latest job opportunities at Swings & Smiles.

  • Welcome Sangeeta

    Welcome Sangeeta

    Swings & Smiles welcome ITV Meridian News Presenter Sangeeta Bhabra as a patron. Sangeeta is an adult sibling carer and has written an article for carers week, illustrating some of the challenges she faces but also the many positives she experiences from having a disabled brother.

  • About outreach

    About outreach

    Swings & Smiles is able to provide outreach in the community free of charge. We're able to visit schools, groups and individuals with lots of lovely sensory equipment and activities.

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Swings & Smiles is registered in England as charity number 1120598