John Coles Park Centenary Celebrations

A “Roaring 20s” themed event will take place in John Coles Park with lots of fun and free activities for all the family to enjoy. You are encouraged to dress in the attire of this time period if you would like to.

Some of the attractions will include:

• Traditional carousel and swing boats
• Chloe’s Mobile Farm
• Clare’s Circus activities
• 1920’s props for dressing up selfies
• Atwell Wilson will be bringing a 1920’s car of the day
• British Martial Arts demonstrations and opportunity to try out
• Town Mayor’s Tombola
• Participate in some sporting activities
• Chippenham Museum will bring oral history recording equipment along to record memories of the park to connect with the photographic project.

The programme for the day includes:

• Chippenham Hospital Radio various slots between 10am to 5pm
• Ivan Andre Trumpet Player 11am to 1pm
• Allsorts Choir 1.30pm to 2pm
• Trip for Biscuits Band 2pm to 2.30pm
• Dance Academy 2.30pm to 2.45pm
• Trip for Biscuits Band 2.45pm to 3.15pm
• Time Capsule Event in the Sensory Garden 3.15pm – 3.30pm
• Trip for Biscuits Band 3.30pm to 4pm

The kiosk and an additional unit will be open for refreshments, and there will be a food court with offers from The Rolling Stoves, The Pasty Cove and Ranch Pizzas. Please feel free to bring your picnics, blankets and chairs to be able to sit and enjoy the entertainment.

Please note: For this event, the car park in John Coles Park will be reserved for blue badge holders. If you are able, please use public transport or walk to the park. If you are driving, please park respectfully to local residents who live in the vicinity of the park. Thank you.