Our Try Climbing fun day is a perfect opportunity to have a go at rock climbing, play games, find out about climbing and meet the team behind Chippenham’s new activity centre. Event details 9.30am – 4.00pm on Saturday 21st and Sunday 22nd August 2021* at Westmead Playing Field, off Westmead Lane, Chippenham, SN15 3HZ Meet staff from The Climbing Academy who […]
Join us for a day of all things Victorian. From croquet to lacemaking and how to dance a quadrille discover the genteel pastimes of Kilvert’s World. Enjoy a day of events with costumed Victorian re-enactors suitable for all the family. Free entry, no need to book
In this one hour workshop create your own simple mini scrap book inspired by our latest exhibition. Use words, photos and your own drawings to explore this popular Victorian pastime. Wednesday 25 August, 10am / 11.30am / 1pm / 2.30pm £4, booking essential. Ages 6+ (under 8s accompanied) 10am book here, 11.30am book here, 1pm book […]
join with our wonderful community for an exciting, varied, inspired and creative Bank Holiday Weekend. Show appreciation for all those who helped us all through the pandemic. We're all looking forward! Visit the Kandu Arts Facebook page for the latest information.
Join writer, facilitator, and performer Ruth Hill for a series of six creative writing sessions inspired by the museum’s exhibition Kilvert’s World. The exhibition focusses on local Victorian diarist Rev. Francis Kilvert with two of his three remaining diaries on display, on loan from the National Library of Wales. Using the exhibition for inspiration, Ruth […]
This course will encourage experimentation using many different processes to produce quick studies, culminating in a day long portrait painting session. A luxurious way to spend 2 summer days with like minded people, expertly guided by Charlie Graham-May, a Chippenham based artist and graphic designer who has 25 years experience teaching drawing and painting.
Take a walk in Monkton Park with a bit of a difference. Join local artist Kirsty Jones with Chippenham Museum to explore the park’s riverside paths, open spaces and architectural views. Experiment with different drawing exercises and mediums to capture your evening stroll. This workshop is inspired by the museum’s exhibition, as local Victorian diarist […]
We're a fun Community Choir who meet on Tuesday's, 7.30pm, at Sheldon Road Methodist Church, Chippenham. First two sessions FREE, £3 per session once joined. Auditions, music reading, & experience NOT necessary! Enthusiasm, commitment, & a good sense of fun essential! All sorts of styles from swing to gospel, to folk and pop with a […]
An exhibition of new works at The Yelde, showcasing ten of Chippenham's brilliant local artists. Part of the 10 day Peacock Arts Exhibition, celebrating and showcasing the breadth of skill and artistic talent in North Wiltshire. The artists include -Dominic Clare, Charlie Graham-May, Sam Heath, Helen Osbourne-Swan, Glyn Overton, Sam Perry, Clifton Powell, Bob Rudd […]
CLOGs Musical Theatre is bringing everyone’s favourite kooky family to Chippenham and will be performing this spectacular musical comedy from the writers of multi award-winning hit musical Jersey Boys, with music and lyrics of Tony Award nominated Andrew Lippa. Wednesday Addams is all grown up and has a shocking secret only her father, Gomez knows. […]
Don't miss Chippenham's fantastic Knatty Knitters as they show off their fun, funky & fabulous knits on Saturday 26th March at 11am and 1pm. From socks to swimwear... and there might just be a mystery guest too. Raising funds for Ukraine. The fashion show is taking place outside the Chippenham Community Hub in Borough Parade. […]
Expect the unexpected as the Nativity story unfolds through an unlikely cast of characters, a variety of songs, and a wealth of laughter. God has come to dwell with us - now that is a Christmas worth celebrating! There will be three performances: Saturday 16th December at 7:00pm Sunday 17th December at 4:00pm and 7:00pm […]
