Hail The Curious is the inaugural group exhibition from The Forbidden Carnival Gallery. It brings a diverse group of local, national, international and overseas artists together, from Lowbrow to Street to Dark to Surreal and back again. Artists include: Simon Griffiths, Miller, Rae Melody, Sarah Christie, BRT Street Pop Art, Matt Lodge , Montague Tott, David Nicholls and more… […]
Explore what life was like in Chippenham in the 1920s & 30s, as objects, costume, photographs & artworks bring the era to life. Marking the centenary of the opening of John Coles Park in 1923, this exhibition explores the glamour of the cinema and fashions from the period, as well as strikes, protests and the […]
Island Park will be the centre of the family and community programme. There's something for the whole family including performances from choirs, singer-songwriters, musicians, bands, learn to play Ukulele, dancing, storytelling, crafting, puppetry, face painters, play and sensory sessions for the under 5's and more! The full family and community programme is now available on the Chippenham […]
Join us in marking 50 years of Chippenham Folk Festival – an amazing community celebration of folk music, song, dance and arts. Bringing Chippenham and Wiltshire alive! Visit our website to see the current line-up with lots more to follow - BUY YOUR TICKETS NOW!
Weekly movement to music group for people with Parkinson's or other neurological conditions and their carers. Using creativity to focus on developing strength, balance, flexibility and to practice fluidity of movement . Followed by tea and biscuits. Email: iidconsortium@gmail.com Visit the iiD (inclusive, intergenerational dance) website here.
Experience the museums free drop-in activities in a quieter way before the museum is open to the public. Limited to four accompanied children our Autism Friendly Quiet Time sessions offer children, who find our busy drop-in sessions uncomfortable, an opportunity to enjoy our half term craft activities in a relaxed way, before we open to […]
6 x 6 week courses for beginners. Still Life/mark making – 13th September – 18th October 2022 Interiors/perspective – 1st November – 6th December 2022 Portraits/proportion – 3rd January – 7th February 2023 Abstraction/mixed media – 21st February – 28th March 2023 Landscape/Outdoors – 18th April – 23rd May 2023 Painting disciplines/colour 6th June – […]
Training offered for representatives of community groups that provide support for local people struggling with bills or needing extra support. This is a 'train the trainer' style session so that delegates can confidently share the advice to other staff and volunteers within their own organisations and support their service users. The Wessex Water Tailored Assistance […]
MINDFULNESS AND CREATIVITY WORKSHOPS FOR CHILDREN AND PARENTS in Chippenham Inviting you to unique workshops designed to bring mindfulness to children and families, providing an opportunity to relax, unwind, de-stress and create through mindful art. These workshops are perfect for children who may need a little mental health and emotional well-being support, have a lot going […]
Experience the museums free drop-in activities in a quieter way before the museum is open to the public. Limited to four accompanied children our Autism Friendly Quiet Time sessions offer children, who find our busy drop-in sessions uncomfortable, an opportunity to enjoy our half term craft activities in a relaxed way, before we open to […]
Get creative this half term at our free family drop in’s, celebrating 100 years of John Coles Park. Make a fun pinwheel with a John Coles Park twist to celebrate the centenary of the parks opening. Free, drop-in 10.30-3.30
The BRAND new 2023 tour of the bone-crunching superstars of LDN Wrestling are back! Bringing a host of top American wrestling stars to the ring to face the very best of home-grown talent and fans’ favourites, in a two-hour rip-roaring entertainment experience for all the family to enjoy. If you’ve been before, you know how […]
Welcome to The Museum of Marvellous Things, where the impossible can happen! Make stars in jars, catch moons like balloons, dance with Doo-Dahs in cages, sing with Noo-Nahs on stages. Because this is a museum like no other – it’s made from the magic of YOUR imagination – and you get to bring it alive. […]
Elvis 56 and his incredible If I Can Dream Band are performing live at the Constitutional Club, Chippenham on Saturday 3rd June. Doors open 7pm Tickets available behind the bar or via our ticket line 01249 652387. Members £8 Non Members £10
Come along to FREE Park Yoga at John Coles Park. Park Yoga is open to people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities. Join your local yoga instructor, Kyla, for your weekly dose. No need to book - just turn up! Every Sunday 9.30am - 10.30am, from Sunday 7th May to Sunday 17th September 2023. Things […]
Chippenham Lions will be holding a Cherished Vehicle and Family Fun Day on Sunday 4 June from 11am in the fields at Meadow Farm Nurseries, Langley Burrell, Chippenham, SN15 4LW. This is the eleventh year we have held this event and it grows in size and popularity every year. We will have a large variety of attractions for […]
Enjoy a diverse lineup of local talented musicians at free weekly concerts Sundays in John Coles Park - listen to some amazing music in a beautiful outdoor setting. 07 May – Chippenham Town Band 14 May – The Cricklade Band 21 May – Wroughton Silver Band 28 May – Bristol East & Kingswood Brass Band […]
Weekly movement to music group for people with Parkinson's or other neurological conditions and their carers. Using creativity to focus on developing strength, balance, flexibility and to practice fluidity of movement . Followed by tea and biscuits. Email: iidconsortium@gmail.com Visit the iiD (inclusive, intergenerational dance) website here.
LIVE Comedy Improvisation Workshops with Rosie Simmonds! First Monday of the month (18+) The most I laugh all week! Come and join a lovely bunch of local budding thespians, who like to play games, take part in drama exercises and generally have fun! We'll explore scenes where we develop strong characters then improvise the content with […]
6 x 6 week courses for beginners. Still Life/mark making – 13th September – 18th October 2022 Interiors/perspective – 1st November – 6th December 2022 Portraits/proportion – 3rd January – 7th February 2023 Abstraction/mixed media – 21st February – 28th March 2023 Landscape/Outdoors – 18th April – 23rd May 2023 Painting disciplines/colour 6th June – […]
Allsorts Community Choir at Sheldon Melodist Church: Allsorts Community Choir are opening auditions, music reading, experience is not necessary. Enthusiasm, commitment, and a good sense of fun are essential. The first two sessions are FREE, once you have signed up, it is £3 per session. For more information, please visit: https://www.allsortschippenham.co.uk/
St. Mary’s Baby and Toddler group meets every Thursday morning between 9.30 and 11. A casual playgroup run by parent volunteers from the St. Mary’s community we are open to all. You don’t need to have a child at the school. With free play (indoors and out), snack and refreshments for the adults there is […]
Bath University is looking for young people (16-24 years) with vision impairment. They are running a free climbing event at The Arc on 9 June and are looking for participants. This is part of a project where visually impaired young people will co-design research to help identify the barriers and enablers for participation. There are […]
Beekeeping Experience at Cadenham Manor including lunch. A great experience for anyone fascinated by honeybees or considering keeping them. It’s an interesting day out in beautiful gardens. After an inclusive lunch you’ll suit up in protective clothing, see the bees close up, and get hands on experience if you choose. You’ll go home with a […]
Join Chippenham Museum for a free guided walk introducing the town’s history, from King Alfred and the Saxons to the present day. This 40 minute exploration of the town is perfect for both residents and visitors. These walks take place at 2pm on selected Saturdays from May-September. Meet at The Buttercross, Market Place. Booking is […]
You are warmly invited to an evening of debate, discussion, information sharing and community action on the climate crisis. Venue: St Paul’s Church, Malmesbury Road, Chippenham, SN15 1PS Date: 10th June 2023 Times: 6pm – 9pm Book Free tickets before the 26th May from: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/talking-climate-justice-tickets-620550211387 Dinner and refreshments: Will be sustainably sourced. Please walk or […]
Come along to FREE Park Yoga at John Coles Park. Park Yoga is open to people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities. Join your local yoga instructor, Kyla, for your weekly dose. No need to book - just turn up! Every Sunday 9.30am - 10.30am, from Sunday 7th May to Sunday 17th September 2023. Things […]
Join us for an afternoon of Cream Tea and Bubbles on Sunday 11 June, from 3 to 5 pm. You are warmly invited to to enjoy the wonderful Tree of Trees and Woodland garden at Combe Cottage, Moor Lane, Charlton, SN16 9DR (by kind permission of Teresa and Michael Bromley Garden). Booking essential, £10 in […]
Enjoy a diverse lineup of local talented musicians at free weekly concerts Sundays in John Coles Park - listen to some amazing music in a beautiful outdoor setting. 07 May – Chippenham Town Band 14 May – The Cricklade Band 21 May – Wroughton Silver Band 28 May – Bristol East & Kingswood Brass Band […]
Weekly movement to music group for people with Parkinson's or other neurological conditions and their carers. Using creativity to focus on developing strength, balance, flexibility and to practice fluidity of movement . Followed by tea and biscuits. Email: iidconsortium@gmail.com Visit the iiD (inclusive, intergenerational dance) website here.
6 x 6 week courses for beginners. Still Life/mark making – 13th September – 18th October 2022 Interiors/perspective – 1st November – 6th December 2022 Portraits/proportion – 3rd January – 7th February 2023 Abstraction/mixed media – 21st February – 28th March 2023 Landscape/Outdoors – 18th April – 23rd May 2023 Painting disciplines/colour 6th June – […]
Our engaging role play village provides opportunities for children to learn through their play in a safe and welcoming environment. With 13 different play areas and themed challenges in each one, no two sessions are ever the same! During June we are getting busy in the role play village and outdoor explorer area with activities […]
Allsorts Community Choir at Sheldon Melodist Church: Allsorts Community Choir are opening auditions, music reading, experience is not necessary. Enthusiasm, commitment, and a good sense of fun are essential. The first two sessions are FREE, once you have signed up, it is £3 per session. For more information, please visit: https://www.allsortschippenham.co.uk/
Runny Snotts acoustic session - the 2nd Wednesday of every month. OPEN MIC Come join us, bring a song and an instrument if you play one and lets make some music. If you don’t sing or play why not have a drink and listen to some songs. Look forward to seeing you there.
St. Mary’s Baby and Toddler group meets every Thursday morning between 9.30 and 11. A casual playgroup run by parent volunteers from the St. Mary’s community we are open to all. You don’t need to have a child at the school. With free play (indoors and out), snack and refreshments for the adults there is […]
Explore your creative side with different crafts in our free friendly creative carer groups. No experience needed, just a desire to have fun. Tea and coffee supplied but please bring your own lunch. The Chippenham group meets every 3rd Friday of the month, 11:30am - 1:30pm.
CLASSIC SOUL & MOTOWN SOUL KINDA WONDERFUL featuring RICHIE SAMPSON (formerly in the Drifters) The UKs No.1 award-winning tribute to The Four Tops and The Temptations. Thoroughly re-live that splendid era with Soul Kinda Wonderful, this is Soul and Motown at its very best. Classic tracks performed on the night include: Heard It Through The […]
We are set up to provide Chippenham and the 18 surrounding villages with a pride event that will bring fun and vibrancy into the town centre and provide a chance to celebrate, support, educate and represent all members of the LGBTQIA+ community. If you would like to attend Chippenham Pride then we ask that you […]
Come along to FREE Park Yoga at John Coles Park. Park Yoga is open to people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities. Join your local yoga instructor, Kyla, for your weekly dose. No need to book - just turn up! Every Sunday 9.30am - 10.30am, from Sunday 7th May to Sunday 17th September 2023. Things […]
Enjoy a diverse lineup of local talented musicians at free weekly concerts Sundays in John Coles Park - listen to some amazing music in a beautiful outdoor setting. 07 May – Chippenham Town Band 14 May – The Cricklade Band 21 May – Wroughton Silver Band 28 May – Bristol East & Kingswood Brass Band […]
Get creative at the Chippenham Community Hub. All welcome. Small minimum donation of a minimum £2.00 to contribute towards materials.
Weekly movement to music group for people with Parkinson's or other neurological conditions and their carers. Using creativity to focus on developing strength, balance, flexibility and to practice fluidity of movement . Followed by tea and biscuits. Email: iidconsortium@gmail.com Visit the iiD (inclusive, intergenerational dance) website here.
All you need to crochet is to know how to do two things: Yarn over and pull up a loop. Then you can do anything. On the day, you will receive your granny square kit. We will start by going over the basics, then jump in to the first techniques to start your granny square. […]
6 x 6 week courses for beginners. Still Life/mark making – 13th September – 18th October 2022 Interiors/perspective – 1st November – 6th December 2022 Portraits/proportion – 3rd January – 7th February 2023 Abstraction/mixed media – 21st February – 28th March 2023 Landscape/Outdoors – 18th April – 23rd May 2023 Painting disciplines/colour 6th June – […]
Allsorts Community Choir at Sheldon Melodist Church: Allsorts Community Choir are opening auditions, music reading, experience is not necessary. Enthusiasm, commitment, and a good sense of fun are essential. The first two sessions are FREE, once you have signed up, it is £3 per session. For more information, please visit: https://www.allsortschippenham.co.uk/
St. Mary’s Baby and Toddler group meets every Thursday morning between 9.30 and 11. A casual playgroup run by parent volunteers from the St. Mary’s community we are open to all. You don’t need to have a child at the school. With free play (indoors and out), snack and refreshments for the adults there is […]
Join us for the first of our free summer talks linked to our current exhibition ‘Chippenham Between the Wars’. Exhibition curator Alan Fuller will talk about some of the surprising and well-known products, phrases and appliances that have their origins in the 1920s and 30s. The museum will also be open until 6.30pm so visitors […]
The Free Association presents St. Doctor’s Hospital The improvised medical drama, directed by Graham Dickson Welcome to St Doctor’s Hospital We’d like to save your life For the brave frontline heroes at St Doctor’s Hospital, no procedure is too convoluted, no disease is too made-up, and no relationship saga is too inappropriate for the operating […]
Kington Langley Artists are holding an exhibition/sale of their fabulous and varied paintings in aid of Doorway Chippenham. Some of the Doorway artists' work will also be on display and for sale. Pop along on Saturday 24 June between 10am and 4pm at Kington Langley Village Hall. Tea, coffee, and cake will be available. You can also have […]
Join us for a special day marking the development of one of the town’s biggest employers, Westinghouse Brake and Signal Company, established in the 1920s. See some of the objects collected by Chippenham Museum and share your own memories of Westinghouse. Chippenham Museum are delighted to be working with Westinghouse Model Railway Club, who will […]
Show your support for the men and women who make up the Armed Forces community. Join us at the REME Museum to find out more about the REME Corps and learn from serving personnel themselves! We'll be joined by Soldiers and Officers from 5 Force Support Battalion and 8 Training Battalion, as well as the […]
Our weekly Sunday walks typically range from 4 to 12 miles. We offer the option of meeting in Chippenham so that we can car share to the start of the walk and give members without cars a lift. This enables us to take as few cars as possible. We extend a warm welcome to all […]
Come along to FREE Park Yoga at John Coles Park. Park Yoga is open to people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities. Join your local yoga instructor, Kyla, for your weekly dose. No need to book - just turn up! Every Sunday 9.30am - 10.30am, from Sunday 7th May to Sunday 17th September 2023. Things […]
Enjoy a diverse lineup of local talented musicians at free weekly concerts Sundays in John Coles Park - listen to some amazing music in a beautiful outdoor setting. 07 May – Chippenham Town Band 14 May – The Cricklade Band 21 May – Wroughton Silver Band 28 May – Bristol East & Kingswood Brass Band […]
Get creative at the Chippenham Community Hub. All welcome. Small minimum donation of a minimum £2.00 to contribute towards materials.
Weekly movement to music group for people with Parkinson's or other neurological conditions and their carers. Using creativity to focus on developing strength, balance, flexibility and to practice fluidity of movement . Followed by tea and biscuits. Email: iidconsortium@gmail.com Visit the iiD (inclusive, intergenerational dance) website here.
6 x 6 week courses for beginners. Still Life/mark making – 13th September – 18th October 2022 Interiors/perspective – 1st November – 6th December 2022 Portraits/proportion – 3rd January – 7th February 2023 Abstraction/mixed media – 21st February – 28th March 2023 Landscape/Outdoors – 18th April – 23rd May 2023 Painting disciplines/colour 6th June – […]
Allsorts Community Choir at Sheldon Melodist Church: Allsorts Community Choir are opening auditions, music reading, experience is not necessary. Enthusiasm, commitment, and a good sense of fun are essential. The first two sessions are FREE, once you have signed up, it is £3 per session. For more information, please visit: https://www.allsortschippenham.co.uk/
St. Mary’s Baby and Toddler group meets every Thursday morning between 9.30 and 11. A casual playgroup run by parent volunteers from the St. Mary’s community we are open to all. You don’t need to have a child at the school. With free play (indoors and out), snack and refreshments for the adults there is […]
Come and join us in celebrating a momentous occasion - the 50th Anniversary of Chippenham Library! To mark this special milestone, we are hosting a quiz night that promises to be an evening of fun. Dust off your bell-bottoms, find your disco fever, and don your best 1970s fancy dress attire, as there will be […]
The Chippenham Comedy Festival is back with fantastic line up of comedians and new shows. There really is something for everyone with some familiar faces and some new ones too. Most of these shows are Edinburgh Fringe previews so you are in for a treat before everyone else. You can buy a ticket for individual shows […]
Our weekly Sunday walks typically range from 4 to 12 miles. We offer the option of meeting in Chippenham so that we can car share to the start of the walk and give members without cars a lift. This enables us to take as few cars as possible. We extend a warm welcome to all […]
A relaxing and fun evening of a wide range of great music from classic pop to folk and jazz to country music
Uncle Jack's Live Jukebox are here playing any song you request! Just like an interactive Jukebox, on Saturday 1st July at the Constitutional Club, Chippenham. Doors open 7pm Tickets available behind the bar or via our ticket line 01249 652387. Members Free Non Members £3
On Saturday 1st July at 7:30pm Chippenham Male Voice Choir and Mendip Male Voice Choir will combine forces for an evening of song in the wonderful acoustic of St Andrew's Church. Tickets at £10 are available from Choir members, Dolman Furnishers, Chippenham Museum, St Andrews Church and Haine & Smith Opticians.
Our weekly Sunday walks typically range from 4 to 12 miles. We offer the option of meeting in Chippenham so that we can car share to the start of the walk and give members without cars a lift. This enables us to take as few cars as possible. We extend a warm welcome to all […]
Come along to FREE Park Yoga at John Coles Park. Park Yoga is open to people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities. Join your local yoga instructor, Kyla, for your weekly dose. No need to book - just turn up! Every Sunday 9.30am - 10.30am, from Sunday 7th May to Sunday 17th September 2023. Things […]
Following our fantastic scarecrow trail, FOMPS are now hosting a BYO Picnic on Sunday 2 July at Monkton Park school field. This is a community event, so grandparents, uncles, aunties, neighbours - everyone is welcome! Please note Dogs are not allowed on the school field.
Enjoy a diverse lineup of local talented musicians at free weekly concerts Sundays in John Coles Park - listen to some amazing music in a beautiful outdoor setting. 07 May – Chippenham Town Band 14 May – The Cricklade Band 21 May – Wroughton Silver Band 28 May – Bristol East & Kingswood Brass Band […]
