🇬🇧 Day Trip from Southampton: Swindon Adventure!
Just 2 hours by train from Southampton (1 change), Swindon—closer to Bristol/Bath—offers a perfect mix of railway history and retail therapy. 🚂 Must-Visits 1️⃣ STEAM Museum Celebrating Great Western Railway (GWR) history. Student ticket: £11 | Try the train simulator and signal controls! Pro tip: Bring coins for the Penny Press souvenir machine (cash only). 2️⃣ Swindon Designer Outlet (Right across from STEAM!) 🛍️ Brands: M&S, John Lewis, Le Creuset, Ralph Lauren, Nike, Adidas, Clarks, etc. 💰 Discount hack: Download the McArthurGlen app for extra 10% off at select stores. 🍗 Food: Grab Slim’s Chicken (or Wagamama/Five Guys). 🚆 Transport Tip Trains from Bristol/Bath are even quicker! #UKDayTrips #Swindon #TrainLovers #ShoppingHaul