Swindon Magistrates' Court

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What brings you here?

Pick the one that matches your situation

I've received a letter from this court

A claim form, hearing notice, judgment, or other correspondence — see how to respond.

I have a hearing or my claim has been defended

Allocation, directions questionnaires, what happens at the hearing, costs and appeals.

I can't afford the court fee

Apply for help with fees (form EX160) if you're on benefits or low income.

I owe a CCJ but can't pay it all at once

Ask the court to let you pay by instalments using form N245 — keeps you out of enforcement.

I want to clear a paid CCJ

If you've paid a county court judgment, apply for a certificate of satisfaction (form N443).

I won my case but they won't pay

Enforce a judgment with a warrant of control, attachment of earnings, or charging order.

Opening hours

Court open

Monday to Friday

9am to 4:30pm

Telephone enquiries answered

Monday to Friday

9am to 5pm

Services available

Crime

Claims against employers

Single justice procedure

Benefits

Accessibility & facilities

Parking

Public parking is available adjacent to this court.

Accessibility features

Disabled access

toilet facilities

lifts

Hearing Loop

Interview room

Baby changing facility

Assistance dogs welcome

Sunflower scheme available

This court has Prison Video Link facilities which is also available for conferences and legal visits. To book a booth email wi-swindonmcadmin@justice.gov.uk, subject heading Video Link Booking or telephone 01793 699806 .

Languages

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Professional access scheme

This court participates in the scheme.

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