A SWINDON man accused of breaking into a house in Chippenham town centre is to face trial by jury.

Timothy Powell is charged with burglary at a property on Queens Square on Thursday, May 6, last year.

The 36-year-old is said to have taken jewellery, money and other personal effects in the raid on the home.

Powell, of Jarvis House, Swindon, pleaded not guilty to the offence and was granted unconditional bail when the matter was adjourned for a trial.