Swindon Crown Court
Shares a building with Swindon County Court
General Info
- NameSwindon
- TypeCrown
- TierThird
- RegionWestern
- Opening Times8.30am to 5pm
Contact Info
- AddressThe Law Courts. Islington Street. Swindon. SN1 2HG
- Telephone Open Times9am to 5pm
- Phone01793 690500
- Fax08707395785
- DXDX 98430 Swindon 5
- Enquiries Email[email protected]
Facilities & Accessibility
- Disabled AccessThis Court has disabled access and lift facilities.
- Hearing LoopThe building has a portable hearing enhancement system available by prior arrangement. Please contact the court by telephone or email to let us know o
- Interview RoomsInterview rooms are available at this Court.
- Video FacilitiesThis court has Prison Video Link facilities which is also available for conferences and legal visits. To book a booth email Enquiries8@justice.gov
- RefreshmentsVending Machine facilities.
Going to Swindon Crown Court
When to arrive
Arrive at least 30 minutes before your hearing time to clear security and find your courtroom. The building is open 8.30am to 5pm. Check the daily court lists on arrival to confirm your courtroom number.
What to bring
Bring photo ID, any paperwork or letters about your case, and the name of your solicitor or barrister if you have one. Dress smartly. Phones must usually be switched off in the courtroom.
Do you need a lawyer?
For Crown Court matters most people are represented by a solicitor or barrister. You may be eligible for legal aid. See the legal help below or speak to a solicitor as early as possible.
Getting there
The Law Courts. Islington Street. Swindon. SN1 2HG. Use the directions link above for travel and parking. Accessibility: This Court has disabled access and lift facilities..
General guidance only — not legal advice. Always check official instructions on your court letter and at GOV.UK.
Swindon Crown Court listings today & tomorrow
Daily hearing lists for Swindon Crown Court by courtroom, time and case reference, updated from official HM Courts & Tribunals Service sources through the sitting day.
Lists change at short notice. Always confirm your courtroom and time from the daily list on arrival. Free email alerts are available on the listings page. How busy is this court?
Swindon Crown Court: common questions
What time does Swindon Crown Court open?
Swindon Crown Court is open 8.30am to 5pm. Counter: Call 0300 123 5577. The telephone enquiry line is open 9am to 5pm. Arrive at least 30 minutes before your hearing time to get through security and find your courtroom.
How do I find out which courtroom my case is in at Swindon Crown Court?
Check the daily court list. It is published by HM Courts & Tribunals Service the working day before and shows each case by courtroom, time and case reference. On the day, the same list is displayed on screens inside the building and ushers can direct you. Cases are sometimes moved between courtrooms at short notice, so check again when you arrive.
See today's listings for Swindon Crown CourtWhat is the phone number for Swindon Crown Court?
The enquiries number for Swindon Crown Court is 01793 690500. You can also email [email protected]. For anything about your own case, contact your solicitor first.
Where is Swindon Crown Court?
Swindon Crown Court is at The Law Courts. Islington Street. Swindon. SN1 2HG. Document exchange: DX 98430 Swindon 5.
Get directionsIs there parking at Swindon Crown Court?
Available opposite Court. Allow extra time if you are driving; public car parks near courts fill up early on sitting days.
Is Swindon Crown Court accessible?
This Court has disabled access and lift facilities.. Hearing loop: The building has a portable hearing enhancement system available by prior arrangement. Please contact the court by telephone or email to let us know o. If you need an adjustment for your hearing, tell the court in advance using the contact details above.
Can I take my phone into Swindon Crown Court?
Yes. Phones go through the security scanner on the way in and must be switched off or silent inside the courtroom. Recording, photographing or filming anything inside a court building is a criminal offence. Some courts ask you to hand phones in at the public gallery door for certain trials.
What should I bring to a hearing at Swindon Crown Court?
Photo ID, any letter or paperwork about your case, and the name of your solicitor or barrister if you have one. Dress smartly. Allow time for security: bags are searched and sharp objects, glass and aerosols are not allowed in.
Do I need a solicitor for a Crown Court hearing?
Almost everyone appearing in the Crown Court is represented. Legal aid is usually available for Crown Court cases, although you may be asked to contribute. If you have a hearing listed and no representation, contact a criminal defence firm as early as possible.
Criminal defence solicitors near SwindonCan members of the public watch a hearing at Swindon Crown Court?
Yes. Almost all Crown Court hearings are open to the public and there is a public gallery in each courtroom. You do not need to book. Some hearings are closed or have reporting restrictions, and the usher will tell you if you cannot enter.