History & Heritage

• Chippenham Civic Society - seek to promote civic pride in our town by encouraging an interest in its buildings and notable people. Find out about Chippenham heritage buildings and historical figures on their website.

 

• Chippenham Library - books and computers with free Ancestry licence access.

 

• Chippenham Museum - tells the fascinating story of this historic market town from its prehistoric origins to the present day and holds regular events and art exhibitions.

 

• Lucy Whitfield - Professional genealogist (reasonable rates), social, women's & house historian.

 

• The Wiltshire and Swindon History Centre - based in Chippenham is a focal point for heritage services in the county.