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 […]
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.
Experience the museum’s free summer 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 summer craft activities in a relaxed way. Each week in August […]
Pop into the Community Hub and find out more about their project with Wiltshire Police or visit www.takefive-stopfraud.org.uk.
Tell Your Story Find your creative voice. Talk about what matters. Make your voice heard. Free workshops with professional creatives in stand-up, performance poetry, music, podcasting, script-writing and devising. Limited spaces. Age 13+ Chippenham Town Hall: Tues 29th August 10.30 - 12.30 Thurs 31st August 10.30 - 12.30 Thurs 31st August 1.30 - 3.30 email: […]
We are delighted to welcome Strungout to this summer’s event for over 60s. Strungout are a ukelele band who love the music of the 50s, 60s and 70s. Come and listen to them perform whilst enjoying cake and a coffee. For the second part of the afternoon, try your hand at creating something arty using […]
Experience the museum’s free summer 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 summer craft activities in a relaxed way. Each week in August […]
Ann will be available in the Hub to help assist anyone wanting to have a chat.
Tell Your Story Find your creative voice. Talk about what matters. Make your voice heard. Free workshops with professional creatives in stand-up, performance poetry, music, podcasting, script-writing and devising. Limited spaces. Age 13+ Chippenham Town Hall: Tues 29th August 10.30 - 12.30 Thurs 31st August 10.30 - 12.30 Thurs 31st August 1.30 - 3.30 email: […]
Improve your CV and get noticed. Hone your interview techniques & more - Fridays at Chippenham Community Hub.
Returning to school after the summer holidays can be a daunting prospect for many. It can cause stress, anxiety and unease. Perhaps your child is moving up to a secondary school. Perhaps they are moving to a different school. Perhaps your child is sensitive to change and finds it difficult to deal with. Perhaps their […]
Join Yanni as he hosts an old skool reggae night with all your favourite tunes. The bar will be open and local reggae legend Super T will be heading up the DJ set. Under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Please note, this is a standing event. Last entry 11pm £10 Advance, £12 […]
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 […]
Pop into the Community Hub and find out more about their project with Wiltshire Police or visit www.takefive-stopfraud.org.uk.
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.
Allsorts Community Choir in Chippenham meet on Tuesday evenings from 7.30pm at Sheldon Road Methodist Church. All sorts of age and gender welcome. No singing experience necessary. No need to read music, No auditions, basically if you’re enthusiastic and committed, you’re in! All sorts of music styles from swing to gospel to folk and pop […]
NEW Intergenerational pre-school dance class at Flowers Manor Care Home, Chippenham Thursdays at 10am A fantastic opportunity for children and parents to take part in a diddi dance class in a caring and supportive environment with older adults and their carers. At diddi dance we realise and encourage endless enthusiasm and energy in an action […]
Ann will be available in the Hub to help assist anyone wanting to have a chat.
Improve your CV and get noticed. Hone your interview techniques & more - Fridays at Chippenham Community Hub.
Born in Poland in 1898, Peter Potworowski was part of the Parisian Artistic community of the 1920s that included the likes of Picasso, Bonnard, and Léger. After the Nazi-occupation of his home-land Potworowski settled in England in 1943, beginning a long association with the West Country. The majority of works in this selling exhibition are […]
Join us for lots of fun & help raise money to keep our unit going. bouncy castle hook a duck childrens rides tombola games live music stalls yummy food • and much more! 61 Long Close, Chippenham, SN15 3LA
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 […]
Saili Katebe - The Blissful Nomad is a writer, performer and workshop facilitator. Born in Zambia and now based in the South West of England, his work celebrates language and the power of story. Author of his debut poetry Pamphlet, “Katabasis”, published by Frosted Fire Press, his work has been featured on BBC Arts and […]
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 […]
Indoor thrift market 10am to 2pm - pre-loved items, kids clothes & shoes, makers & crafters. FREE entry. *If you are interested in having a stall - email cousin.normz@gmail.com with THRIFT MARKET as the title. Community groups and charities welcome.
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 […]
Pop into the Community Hub to find out more or visit www.takefive-stopfraud.org.uk.
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.
Join us at Wine Monkey on Tue, 12 Sep for a celebration of International Grenache Day! Get ready to indulge in the finest selection of Grenache wines from our collection. Tuesday, 12 September from 7:00-9:00pm 20 Borough Parade, Chippenham, SN15 3WL Immerse yourself in a vibrant atmosphere as you sip on exquisite Grenache wines, known […]
Allsorts Community Choir in Chippenham meet on Tuesday evenings from 7.30pm at Sheldon Road Methodist Church. All sorts of age and gender welcome. No singing experience necessary. No need to read music, No auditions, basically if you’re enthusiastic and committed, you’re in! All sorts of music styles from swing to gospel to folk and pop […]
NEW Intergenerational pre-school dance class at Flowers Manor Care Home, Chippenham Thursdays at 10am A fantastic opportunity for children and parents to take part in a diddi dance class in a caring and supportive environment with older adults and their carers. At diddi dance we realise and encourage endless enthusiasm and energy in an action […]
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.
Ann will be available in the Hub to help assist anyone wanting to have a chat.
Improve your CV and get noticed. Hone your interview techniques & more - Fridays at Chippenham Community Hub.
The Cause Venue are holding an open day to celebrate National Heritage Day on Saturday 16th September. Take a look around the Venue and see the original site of the Quaker meeting house and the beautiful former Methodist church - now an auditorium. Why not also join one of the free singing sessions during the […]
A free, weekly, timed 5k run, jog or walk in the park. Organised by local volunteers, the 5k parkrun event encourages individuals and groups to meet their mental as well as physical health goals in a friendly community atmosphere. We have runners out to beat the course record, their own Personal Best and meet with […]
Unwrap Chippenham’s creativity and explore Chippenham’s Heritage Quarter for Heritage Open Days! With a range of open doors, tours, walks, art exhibitions & street performances to enjoy. For a full programme of events visit our website or drop into the museum. All events are free but some require pre-booking. Please visit our website or view […]
It's Carbon Measuring week from 16th -24th September at the Tiny Forest, Monkton Park and we need your help! Any time over the week go down to the Tiny Forest and measure the trees with the silver circle numbers and upload the information at https://tinyforest.earthwatch.org.uk/carbon-week or come along on Saturday 16th September between 14:00-15:30, bring […]
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 […]
Come and join us for our Chippenham Half Marathon and family fun day at Chippenham Sports Club on Sunday 17th September. There will be a variety of sports on offer to try out for free and we have lots of activities for the children, some shown in the photos below as well as much more. […]
A relaxed afternoon of Acoustic Country music in the Garden at The Gladstone 3pm-5pm
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.
Join our local Wiltshire writers Rachel Brimble, L.B. Griffin and JS. (Jane) Lark as they let us into the secrets of successfully writing and publishing a novel.
Allsorts Community Choir in Chippenham meet on Tuesday evenings from 7.30pm at Sheldon Road Methodist Church. All sorts of age and gender welcome. No singing experience necessary. No need to read music, No auditions, basically if you’re enthusiastic and committed, you’re in! All sorts of music styles from swing to gospel to folk and pop […]
NEW Intergenerational pre-school dance class at Flowers Manor Care Home, Chippenham Thursdays at 10am A fantastic opportunity for children and parents to take part in a diddi dance class in a caring and supportive environment with older adults and their carers. At diddi dance we realise and encourage endless enthusiasm and energy in an action […]
A free, weekly, timed 5k run, jog or walk in the park. Organised by local volunteers, the 5k parkrun event encourages individuals and groups to meet their mental as well as physical health goals in a friendly community atmosphere. We have runners out to beat the course record, their own Personal Best and meet with […]
Sign up to Doorways Supermarket Sweep cycling fundraising event - taking place on Sunday 24th September, there are a few routes for all abilities, including a gentle family friendly route starting in John Coles Park cycling to Morrisons, and routes of 25 miles and 45 miles for those wanting to get the miles in and […]
Don’t miss the Chippenham and District Artists’ Exhibition and sale of paintings at the Yelde Hall until Saturday 30th September. Lots of beautiful paintings, prints and greetings cards for sale. We hope to see you! www.chippenhamartists.co.uk
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.
“A Producer Showcase: The Organic Wines of Mas Baux” - Roussillon wines with specially selected food pairings Where Bryan’s very first venture into the wine world began, join him and the team to learn about this incredible “diamond in the rough” vineyard and their small-yield artisan wine production. Discover the artistry of winemaking as you taste […]
Allsorts Community Choir in Chippenham meet on Tuesday evenings from 7.30pm at Sheldon Road Methodist Church. All sorts of age and gender welcome. No singing experience necessary. No need to read music, No auditions, basically if you’re enthusiastic and committed, you’re in! All sorts of music styles from swing to gospel to folk and pop […]
NEW Intergenerational pre-school dance class at Flowers Manor Care Home, Chippenham Thursdays at 10am A fantastic opportunity for children and parents to take part in a diddi dance class in a caring and supportive environment with older adults and their carers. At diddi dance we realise and encourage endless enthusiasm and energy in an action […]
NEW Class for the over 50’s starting Thursday 28th September at Chippenham Sports Club 9:15am to 10am As we age we naturally lose strength, balance and muscle. This class will help improve all of those things and more! New research suggests the amount of muscle someone has determines how long they will live. So it’s […]
Gentle and effective fitness classes. FLexercise is a blend of low-impact aerobics, stretching/flexing and strength work. Beginners welcome at this friendly class. Thursdays (term-time only) at 11.30am for 45 mins at Pewsham Community Centre, Lodge Road, SN15 3SY. Cost: £5 pay on arrival. Website: www.fl-exercise.com Follow us on Facebook
Culture Cafe's are back! Starting with local photographer Gerard Hilderly in association with Doorway homelessness charity. The Absurdity of the Unoccupied is a socially engaged photography project that observes the existence of properties left permanently empty. Developed over 2 years, the photography questions the ongoing preservation of such buildings and the detrimental effect upon the […]
A free, weekly, timed 5k run, jog or walk in the park. Organised by local volunteers, the 5k parkrun event encourages individuals and groups to meet their mental as well as physical health goals in a friendly community atmosphere. We have runners out to beat the course record, their own Personal Best and meet with […]
Women’s clothes swap. Come swap your pre-loved clothing for re-wear! Help us save textiles from landfill and reduce your carbon footprint to help fight climate change. Bring up to 10 items of good quality adult clothing, and swap them for some new items for your wardrobe. £2 entry fee. If you don't have enough items […]
Who doesn't love a bit of meatloaf? The Ultimate Meatloaf tribute act are performing live at the Constitutional Club, Chippenham on Saturday 30th September. Doors open 7pm Tickets available behind the bar or via our ticket line 01249 652387. Members £8 Non Members £10
