Jack & the Beanstalk- Grown Ups Only!
2024-01-26 19:30 - 21:30 (Europe/London) | Neeld Community & Arts Centre, The Neeld, High Street, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3ER, United Kingdom
Following the huge success of Cinderella & Aladdin, Made to Measure Productions are back on the road with a hilarious new pantomime for Grown-Ups – Jack and the Beanstalk!
Have you ever watched a pantomime and wondered what mischief the cast would get up to if there weren’t any children in the audience? Now’s your chance to find out…!
This unique production is not for the faint-hearted – it’s panto as you’ve never seen it before! The show is packed to the brim full of innuendo, hilarious comedy routines, parodies of well-known songs and audience participation, creating a performance that’s sure to be hilarious, cheeky, saucy and sometimes just a little bit naughty…okay…very naughty…!
Starring a whole host of experienced, professional pantomime performers alongside a dazzling ensemble cast, stunning scenery, great music and side-splitting comedy routines this is a night that audiences will remember for the rest of their lives!
Just how impressive is Jack’s beanstalk?! There’s only one way to find out…boys and girls!
Early booking is highly recommended as this adult panto invariably sells out theatres up and down the country – Don’t miss it!
Please Note: This production features strong language and adult themes and is not suitable for the easily offended.
Suitable for ages 16+

Senior Friendship Group
2024-02-01 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-02-15 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-02-22 10:00 - 12:00 | 23 Borough Parade, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3WL, Unit 23, Chippenham, SN15 3WL, United Kingdom
A weekly friendship group for Senior Members at the Chippenham Community Hub. Lots of laughter, fun and games with Bingo, quizzes and lots of biscuits, tea and coffee and chatter.

MOVEMENT for PARKINSON'S
2024-02-12 14:30 - 15:30, 2024-02-19 14:30 - 15:30, 2024-02-26 14:30 - 15:30 | Pewsham Community Centre, Lodge Road, Chippenham, SN5 3SY
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.

Rethink Football
2024-02-12 17:30 - 18:30, 2024-02-19 17:30 - 18:30 | Stanley Park
A weekly friendly kick-a-bout for men 18+ to team up and be part of a safe group where they can talk openly and freely without judgement.
WHEN: Starting on Monday 8th January, then weekly, 5:30 to 6:30pm
WHERE: Stanley Park Sports Ground, Chippenham, SN15 3RR
COST: £3 per session
Contact David if you are interested or have any questions:

Call: 07483 913159
Email: david.scourfield@rethink.org

It’s ok to talk
Visit Wiltshire Mental Health Inclusion Service online:
rethink.org/wiltsmhis
Facebook: WiltshireMHIS
Instagram: wiltshire_mhis

Chippenham Film Club February feature
2024-02-12 19:30 - 22:30 | The Reel Cinema, 91 Marshfield Rd, Chippenham, SN15 1JR, United Kingdom
On Body and Soul is a 2017 Hungarian drama/ comedy/ romance about the central finance officer (Géza Morcsányi) of a slaughterhouse, and the newly appointed meat quality inspector (Alexandra Borbély) who discover they can communicate with each other through their dreams, leading to an unlikely romance.
On Body and Soul won the Berlin Golden Bear in the main competition section of the 67th Berlin International Film Festival, was selected as the Hungarian entry for the Best Foreign Language Film and was nominated at the 90th Academy Awards. Alexandra Borbély won the European Actress award at the European Film Awards for her performance in the film.

Happy Café
2024-02-13 14:00 - 15:30, 2024-02-20 14:00 - 15:30 | Weatherspoons, The Bridge House, Borough Parade, SN15 3WL
A Happy Café is one which has agreed to be part of the Happy Café Network, which is being set up by members of the Action for Happiness movement.
Happy Cafés provide a warm welcome for anyone interested in happiness and wellbeing, encouraging people to meet together for a drink and friendly chat.
Your local Happy Café brought to you by the Wiltshire Mental Health Inclusion Service is at Weatherspoons (The Bridge House) every Tuesday 2-3.30pm
Contact David if you are interested or have any questions: 07483 913159

Kinship Carer Group
2024-02-14 12:00 - 14:00 | Chippenham Community Hub
Our group is for all kinship carers to come and chat over a cuppa in a friendly and confidential setting.
Kinship is the leading kinship care charity in England and Wales. We’re here for all kinship carers – the grandparents and siblings, the aunts, uncles, and family friends who step up to raise children when their parents can’t.

Seniors Strong
2024-02-15 09:30 - 10:30, 2024-02-22 09:30 - 10:30 | Chippenham Sports Club
Do you want to get more active?
Retired and wanting to meet like minded people?
Come and join my amazing, supportive and friendly fitness Community.
I appreciate the hardest step is the first one through the door so you will always be guaranteed a warm friendly welcome.
Classes at Chippenham Sports Club:
Monday FitSteps
Tuesday Gentle Pilates then 10:30am Sit Fitness
Wednesday Zumba Gold
Thursday Seniors Strong
Friday Zumba Gold
First class FREE (must be booked in advance)
What class will you try? Get in contact to book your free taster:-
Email: fitsteps6@gmail.com
Website: https://www.sheilaswellbeing.co.uk

PSG Choirs
2024-02-15 20:00 - 21:30, 2024-02-22 20:00 - 21:30 | King Alfred Hall, Market Place, Chippenham, SN15 3HT
This lively and popular choir meet on Thursday’s at 8:30pm at the King Alfred Hall. We sing a wide range of Pop, Soul and Gospel arrangements. New members are always welcome. Please get in touch if you would like to come along to a free taster session.
Find out more – www.psgchoirs.co.uk

Valentines Ball - Terry Franks and 41 degrees big band
2024-02-18 20:00 | Neeld Community & Arts Centre, The Neeld, High Street, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3ER, United Kingdom
Dress to impress for an evening of big band music, singing, and dancing. Terry Franks and the 41 degrees big band have been performing for many years and will transport you back to that golden era of jazz, swing, and crooning.
Over 18s only – £22 per ticket
Prosecco and nibbles will be included.
10% discount for complete table bookings.
Every single penny of profit will be given to Sarcoma UK
Doors open 1930
Event starts 2000
Tickets available from: https://fixr.co/event/valentines-big-band-ball-tickets-385397693

Life Drawing
2024-02-20 19:00 | Cause Arts Centre, 42 The Causeway, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3DD, United Kingdom
‘The best life drawing class I’ve found in years’
Tuesday evenings – 7-9pm (also runs on Wednesday mornings 9.30 – 11.30am) Starting on January 2nd 2024!
£99 for 6 weeks or £20 drop in – all materials, coffee, tea and biscuits included.
A chance to indulge, draw and to practice some essential drawing skills in a beautiful environment, guided by someone with 30 years teaching experience. You’ll use a diverse range of styles and techniques that stretch you and keep you motivated to improve.
All while enjoying fresh coffee and meeting some other lovely local artists. You can work at your own pace and be left alone to draw if this is how you prefer to learn.
We look forward to meeting you.

Thursday Club
2024-02-22 10:30 - 11:30 | Chippenham Library
Thursday Club is a new club at Chippenham Library for those who would like to join in lively and interesting discussions.
The first discussion theme (22nd Feb) will be ‘Libraries then and now’.
Each week will have a different topic to discuss – remember how things were, how things are going to be – who knows where the conversation will take you?!
Head along meet new people and get chatting, it’s good to talk!

Movie Trail
2024-02-23 09:00 - 2024-02-25 17:00 | Cousin Norman’s, 5 Union Road, Chippenham, SN15 1HW
Hidden in the streets of Chippenham are references to 20 classic movies, from across the decades… some are masquerading as street signs, others are hidden in shops and amongst the information that we walk past every day.
The more you can find, the closer you’ll be to winning the top prize of a £50 voucher for Reel Cinema Chippenham!
You can pick up an answer sheet from Cousin Norman’s or Chippenham Museum.
Good luck, and happy hunting!
£1 suggested donation

The Movie Trail will be up from 9am on Friday 23rd February until 5pm on Sunday 25th February.
Copies of the quiz & a map to follow can be collected from Chippenham Museum (10am-4pm on Friday and Saturday) – or from Cousin Norman’s (10am-4pm on Friday and 9am-4pm on Saturday).
You can also download a copy of the map and the Movie quiz here.
Hand in your answers to either venue by Friday 5th March for a chance of winning.
In the event of a tie names will be drawn at random to choose a winner.

This event is part of a three-day arts festival happening around Chippenham from the 23rd-25th February. Find out more about Chippenham Fringe Feb 2024 and the other creative and vibrant Fringe performances and activities taking place by visiting our website here.
Chippenham Fringe Feb is produced and delivered by Melt Productions in collaboration with Chippenham Borough Lands Charity (CBLC) and the Chippenham Chat group. Funding for the event is provided by Chippenham Borough Lands Charity.
#FringeFeb24 #FringeFeb #ChippEvent

Instant Wit! The Quick-Fire Comedy Improvisation Show
2024-02-23 19:00 - 20:45 | Constitutional Club, 36 Foghamshire, Chippenham, SN15 1HB, United Kingdom
Expect the unexpected, smirk for the bizarre in an evening of unalloyed merriment, courtesy of the brilliant Instant Wit – a show to make you literally wobble with laughter!
‘A quick-fire comedy improvisation show packed full of sketches, gags, songs, surreal situations, flying packets of ‘Instant Whip’ and prizes!’ Hackney Gazette.
Completely improvised and directed by the audience the show is highly addictive, interactive, engaging & fun. Participate as much or as little you like: shout out during the show or write down suggestions in the interval to win prizes.
Running for over 10 years. A well developed & successful format with an established & loyal following. Brought to you by Rag and Bone Arts CIC for the fifth year – dedicated to increasing the arts provision in our town.
For audiences aged 12+ – BRING THE TEENS!
Event details:

Doors Open at 6.00pm
Performance starts at 7.00pm and runs until 8.45pm
Tickets range from £6-12 (+ booking fee)
Book your tickets here.

This event is part of a three-day arts festival happening around Chippenham from the 23rd-25th February. Find out more about Chippenham Fringe Feb 2024 and the other creative and vibrant Fringe performances and activities taking place by visiting our website here.
Chippenham Fringe Feb is produced and delivered by Melt Productions in collaboration with Chippenham Borough Lands Charity (CBLC) and the Chippenham Chat group. Funding for the event is provided by Chippenham Borough Lands Charity.
#FringeFeb24 #FringeFeb #ChippEvents

Drink and Draw at 31.Co.work, Fringe Feb
2024-02-23 19:00 - 23:00 | 31.Co.work, 31.Co.work, Chippenham, SN15 3HP
Calling all artists, illustrators and doodlers of Chippenham! A NEW drop in event for all you budding artists.
We’re launching a social evening packed full of creativity. Come along and get involved with a few drawing games, communal doodle piece, work on your sketchbook and collaborate with other artists. All art supplies provided, but feel free to bring your own.
A friendly safe space to meet other creatives and dedicate a couple of hours to having fun and getting some drawings done. No pressure, No judgement, all levels and abilities welcome. Come and be inspired, informally. Bring your favourite drink, meet other local artists and start a new creative community with us.
This is the launch night but we hope to run this once a month if there’s enough interest. We might even create new groups or more events once we’ve got together to chat and draw.

For ages 18+
From 7:00PM to 11:00PM
Tickets bookable here.

This event is part of a three-day arts festival happening around Chippenham from the 23rd-25th February. Find out more about Chippenham Fringe Feb 2024 and the other creative and vibrant Fringe performances and activities taking place by visiting our website here.
Chippenham Fringe Feb is produced and delivered by Melt Productions in collaboration with Chippenham Borough Lands Charity (CBLC) and the Chippenham Chat group. Funding for the event is provided by Chippenham Borough Lands Charity.
#FringeFeb24 #FringeFeb #ChippEvents

Chippenham Community Mural
2024-02-24 10:00 - 16:30 | The Buttercross, Market Place, Chippenham
Love to draw? Come and make your mark on our very own COMMUNITY MURAL.
Hosted by local artist Kirsty Jones, it’s time to pick up a pen and design your very own piece of tile art to add to the collection
The mural is something for the local community to enjoy for years to come, forming part of this year’s Chippenham Fringe February.
We’ll be situated at The Buttercross on Sat 24th between the hours of 10:00 and 16:30.
All welcome, we suggest artists are over 4 years old (due to the use of permanent markers!
Come and get involved and become a part of Chippenham’s history!
#Chippenham #FringeFeb #GetInvolved #WhatsOn #Community #Art #Design

This event is part of a three-day arts festival happening around Chippenham from the 23rd-25th February. Find out more about Chippenham Fringe Feb 2024 and the other creative and vibrant Fringe performances and activities taking place by visiting our website here.
Chippenham Fringe Feb is produced and delivered by Melt Productions in collaboration with Chippenham Borough Lands Charity (CBLC) and the Chippenham Chat group.

Funding for the event is provided by Chippenham Borough Lands.

Hidden Canvases - 'Street Art and the City' A talk by Doug Gillen
2024-02-24 13:00 - 14:00 | Platinum House, Chippenham, 35 Market Place, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3HT, United Kingdom
There’s more to the world of street art than Banksy – Hidden Canvases is a beginner’s guide to the biggest art movement since pop art.
Doug Gillen is the man behind Fifth Wall TV, a London based production channel, and digital platform that investigates all aspects of graffiti and street art. Originally from Scotland. He created Fifth Wall TV six years ago, and he’s been filming and talking about the world of street art and graffiti ever since. From train writing in New York to interactive technology that brings murals to life, the concept of un-commissioned public art is a very different beast to that which it once was.
Hidden Canvases explores the key stages in street art’s growth examining the different elements and styles that comprise the scene with no rules.
From the international superstars to the local underground heroes you’re guaranteed to leave knowing your Invader from your Aryz and who knows – you might even start looking at the world a little differently.
Brought to you by The Arts Society Kington Langley – part of The Arts Society.

Platinum Hall, (please note that the Hall is on the first floor)
Talk is 1 hour 1:00PM – 2:00PM
Tickets: £5 (+ booking fee)
Suggested age 14+
Under 18’s free
Book here.

This event is part of a three-day arts festival happening around Chippenham from the 23rd-25th February. Find out more about Chippenham Fringe Feb 2024 and the other creative and vibrant Fringe performances and activities taking place by visiting here.
Chippenham Fringe Feb is produced and delivered by Melt Productions in collaboration with Chippenham Borough Lands Charity (CBLC) and the Chippenham Chat group. Funding for the event is provided by Chippenham Borough Lands Charity.
#FringeFeb24 #FringeFeb #ChippEvents

Poetry Workshop
2024-02-24 14:30 - 16:30 | Chippenham Library
Come along and celebrate Fringe Feb!
Join us for an afternoon poetry workshop with local poet, Nigel Linacre. Places are limited, so book early to avoid missing out.
For further information or booking, please pop into Chippenham Library or call us on 01249 650536

This event is part of a three-day arts festival happening around Chippenham from the 23rd-25th February. Find out more about Chippenham Fringe Feb 2024 and the other creative and vibrant Fringe performances and activities taking place by visiting here.
Chippenham Fringe Feb is produced and delivered by Melt Productions in collaboration with Chippenham Borough Lands Charity (CBLC) and the Chippenham Chat group. Funding for the event is provided by Chippenham Borough Lands Charity.
#FringeFeb24 #FringeFeb #ChippEvents

'Steppin' Thru Time', Fringe Feb
2024-02-24 15:00 - 16:00 | The Yelde Hall
Mary Lou Revue, a vintage song and dance duo presents ‘Steppin’ Thru Time’; a celebration of music and stars from the 1930s through to the 1970s.

The show, featuring classic songs made famous by Frank Sinatra, Louis Armstrong, Tom Jones, Ella Fitzgerald, Peggy Lee and the Mammas and Papas, will have you tapping your toes and singing along.
With timeless melodies and nifty dance moves, there’s something for all ages. Guaranteed to put a spring in your step and a song in your heart.

Doors Open 2.30pm, with the performance running from 3-4pm
Tickets £5 (+ booking fee)
Book tickets here: https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/chippenhamchat/t-earxvzy

This event is part of a three-day arts festival happening around Chippenham from the 23rd-25th February. Find out more about Chippenham Fringe Feb 2024 and the other creative and vibrant Fringe performances and activities taking place by visiting our website here.
Chippenham Fringe Feb is produced and delivered by Melt Productions in collaboration with Chippenham Borough Lands Charity (CBLC) and the Chippenham Chat group. Funding for the event is provided by Chippenham Borough Lands Charity.
#FringeFeb24 #FringeFeb #ChippEvents

The Rosellys at The Rivo Lounge, Fringe Feb
2024-02-24 16:30 - 18:00 | The Rivo Lounge, 2-4 The Bridge, Chippenham, SN151EX
Calling all fans of original Country and Americana – the Rosellys will be performing upstairs at The Rivo Lounge with beautiful harmonies and an array of instruments, including pedal guitar.
The Rosellys are a 5-piece British-Americana band with a love for alternative country music, The Rosellys draw influence from artists like James Taylor, Chris Stapleton and Alison Krauss to name a few.
The family-led band is not short of musical talent, with vocals, guitar, banjo, drums, keys, fiddle, peddle steel, accordian and bass all accounted for.
“Production is top-dollar and this is a band full of taste and talent, an outfit with a firm grip and grasp of the modern country scene” (Music News Nashville)
“The Rosellys displayed boundless energy” (American UK Live Review, 2023)
“Capturing the essence of country, with folk ingredients baked into a transatlantic roots fusion” (R2 Magazine)
“The Rosellys blend English accents with lyrical references to both the UK and US alongside well pitched bass, feisty drum beats and stunning pedal steel and fiddle to create a sound that walks the fine line between Celtic folk and Americana” (Nashville Over Here)

4:30PM – 6:30PM upstairs at The Rivo Lounge
£5.00 (+booking fee)
Discounted tickets for ages 18-29yr olds
Book your tickets in advance here.

This event is part of a three-day arts festival happening around Chippenham from the 23rd-25th February. Find out more about Chippenham Fringe Feb 2024 and the other creative and vibrant Fringe performances and activities taking place by visiting here.
Chippenham Fringe Feb is produced and delivered by Melt Productions in collaboration with Chippenham Borough Lands Charity (CBLC) and the Chippenham Chat group. Funding for the event is provided by Chippenham Borough Lands Charity.
#FringeFeb24 #FringeFeb #ChippEvents

Daft Laffs - A night of comedy greats, Fringe Feb
2024-02-24 20:00 - 22:00 | King Alfred Hall, Market Place, Chippenham, SN15 3HT
Join us for a night of top class stand-up comedy from some of the hottest comedians to grace the comedy circuit!
‘Daft Laffs’ brings together a diverse range of comedians to celebrate the weird and wonderful world that we all call home. From observational humour to downright silliness, we have carefully curated a line up with something for everyone to enjoy!
Hosted by Chippenham Comedy Club legend Wil Hodgson, ‘Daft Laffs’ has been produced by Melt Productions as part of Chippenham Fringe February.
With brilliant comedians Spencer Jones, Priya Hall, Abi Clarke and Sophie Duker!
Spencer Jones has been nominated for the Edinburgh comedy award twice, has Bafta Nominations, Created The Mind of Herbert Clunkerdunk, appeared in Ted Lasso, Upstart Crow, Mr Winner, Big Babies. ”Spencers chaotic live act is aways visual and musical’ – The Guardian
Priya Hall is a stand up comedian and writer. She has featured on  Comedy Central Live (Comedy Central), BBC  Presents:  Stand up for Live Comedy (BBC One & Three), Live From Aberystwyth Pier (BBC One Wales and BBC Radio Wales), Fred At The Stand (BBC Radio 4), Machynlleth Comedy Showcase (BBC Radio Wales), Stand Yp (S4C). She was a semi-finalist in the BBC New Comedy Awards 2021.
She has written on the revival of the BBC Three sitcom Bad Education, which is available on BBC iPlayer.
Abi Clarke is a stand-up comedian and presenter from Bristol who took to the internet in 2020 due to lockdown and achieved remarkable success. In her first year online, she amassed over a million followers across Instagram and TikTok, and now boasts a large following of 367k followers on Instagram, 893k followers on TikTok and 590k subscribers on YouTube. Abi was named as one of the eleven comedy stars of the internet by The Independent, and has had her viral sketches shared by the likes of E! News, Buzzfeed, LadBible, Good Morning Britain, and BBC One.
Sophie Duker is a comedian and writer whose Edinburgh Fringe Show, Venus, saw her nominated for the Best Newcomer award and gained critical acclaim and five star reviews, leading to a two week sold out run at Soho Theatre.
Sophie is a regular guest on Frankie Boyle’s New World Order (BBC2). She has appeared on Live at The Apollo (BBC2), Mock the Week (BBC2), 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown (Channel 4) and Hypothetical (Dave). Sophie is the winner of the 13th series of Taskmaster (Channel 4).

For ages 18+
Doors Open at 7:30PM
Book tickets in advance here to avoid disappointment

This event is part of a three-day arts festival happening around Chippenham from the 23rd-25th February. Find out more about Chippenham Fringe Feb 2024 and the other creative and vibrant Fringe performances and activities taking place by visiting here.
Chippenham Fringe Feb is produced and delivered by Melt Productions in collaboration with Chippenham Borough Lands Charity (CBLC) and the Chippenham Chat group. Funding for the event is provided by Chippenham Borough Lands Charity.
#FringeFeb24 #FringeFeb #ChippEvents

ELVIS IN BLUE HAWAII! Fringe Feb
2024-02-25 19:30 - 20:40 | King Alfred Hall, Market Place, Chippenham, SN15 3HT
Spitz & Co presents – ELVIS IN BLUE HAWAII!
Determined to give Oscar-nominated Austin Butler a run for his money, award-winning Elvis impersonator Joe Reeve stars in his own version of the classic Elvis film “Blue Hawaii”. His long-time tour manager Josephine Cunningham is there to keep the show on the road … next stop Vegas!
A musical which will leave you all shook up. So dig out your best Hawaiian shirt and escape to Paradise! Expect the usual mayhem and lots of audience interaction, plus all your favourite Elvis songs.
From the creators of “Gloriator”, “Glorilla’, and “Les Gloriables”.
Original, witty and great fun! An appreciative Chedworth audience once again filled our Village Hall with hoots of laughter. Spitz & Co have done it again(Event organiser)
An absolutely brlliant show!!! I laughed until I cried!!! (Audience member)
Devised and performed by Susie Donkin and Joe Reeve. Directed by Greg Banks , Angus Barr and Rina Vergano. Designed by Sue Condie.
Tickets

£6-£14.00 on the door
Booked in advance all tickets £6 – available to book here.

This event is part of a three-day arts festival happening around Chippenham from the 23rd-25th February. Find out more about Chippenham Fringe Feb 2024 and the other creative and vibrant Fringe performances and activities taking place by visiting our website here.
Chippenham Fringe Feb is produced and delivered by Melt Productions in collaboration with Chippenham Borough Lands Charity (CBLC) and the Chippenham Chat group. Funding for the event is provided by Chippenham Borough Lands Charity.
#FringeFeb24 #FringeFeb #ChippEvents
