The plans submitted would have seen the McDonald's restaurant at the north of the site, with an outdoor seating area. Starbucks would have been situated nearer the entrance to the site off Laines Way, further south, with a drive-through facility, as well as parking for those who would want to eat or drink inside. Subscribe now for a faster news experience - https://t.co/ayrpkI4RBy#StayInformed pic.twitter.com/29G5fKsluc — Swindon Advertiser (@swindonadver) September 20, 2025There would also be a commercial development towards the southwest of the site. But Swindon Borough Council planners were not impressed by significant aspects of the proposals. "The proposal would therefore fail to achieve a suitable level of accessibility and connectivity.