One Chippenham

Sparkly Singers
2025-01-09 20:00 - 21:15, 2025-01-16 20:00 - 21:15, 2025-01-23 20:00 - 21:15, 2025-01-30 20:00 - 21:15, 2025-02-06 20:00 - 21:15, 2025-02-13 20:00 - 21:15, 2025-02-20 20:00 - 21:15 (Europe/London) | Lansdowne Hall – Derry Hill
Alongside our sessions in Chippenham (Monday lunchtimes) and Royal Wootton Bassett (Tuesday evenings), the Sparkly Singers meet every Thursday evening from 8:00pm at the Lansdowne Hall in Derry Hill.
Founded with the simple aim of bringing the joy and benefits of group singing to everyone, our emphasis is on singing in a way that is, above all else, fun.
Rather than splitting into parts and learning harmonies, we prefer instead to sing in unison, infusing songs with our own rather unique mix of humour, movement and the occasional wacky prop.
So if you simply love to sing, but have yet to find the choir that perfectly complements your sense of fun, why not come along to one of our FREE taster sessions and see what we’re all about.

Sparkly Lite singing group
2025-01-13 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-01-20 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-01-27 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-02-03 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-02-10 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-02-17 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-03-03 12:00 - 13:00 | Pewsham Community Centre, Lodge Road, Chippenham, SN5 3SY
Sparkly Singers is the award-winning Wiltshire-based choir experience, founded with the simple aim of bringing the joy and benefits of group singing to everyone, regardless of age, experience or ability.
Launched in September 2023, our ‘lighter’ daytime sessions are perfect for anyone who just fancies popping out for an hour or so each week to meet new people and sing a fabulous selection of feel-good songs. No part-singing, no practising, no performing in public – just turn up each week and sing!
So if you love the idea of simply singing for the fun of it, why not come along to one of our FREE taster sessions and see what we’re all about.

Improvers Art workshops
2025-01-14 12:30 - 14:30, 2025-01-21 12:30 - 14:30, 2025-01-28 12:30 - 14:30, 2025-02-04 12:30 - 14:30, 2025-02-11 12:30 - 14:30, 2025-02-25 12:30 - 14:30 | The Cause Music and Arts Centre, 42 The Causeway, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3DD, United Kingdom
‘A really friendly place to learn from experienced people’
Uniquely designed and delivered 6 x 6 week courses for beginners. Taught by local artist and designer Charlie who has over 25 years experience teaching art.
Tuesdays at 12.30 – 2.30pm
Term 1 – Still life (drawing) – Sept 17th – October 22nd
Term 2 – Objects in interiors (drawing, painting)- November 5th – December 10th
Term 3 – Portrait (painting)- January 7th – Feb 11th
Term 4 – Interiors (drawing)- Feb 26th – April 2nd
Term 5 – Landscape (painting) – April 23rd – June 4th
Term 6 – Still life revisited (collage, mixed media) – June 11th – July 16th
In both beginners and improvers, the sessions we will follow the classic method for learning to draw and paint. It is easy to learn to draw by copying the example of a tutor leading the group, but this tends to produce a ‘house style’ where everyone ends up drawing in the same way. Your drawing style is as unique to you as your handwriting (if school hasn’t obliterated it) – here you will learn to enhance your own drawing style, not replace it with ours.
Please note: all courses begin with drawing, and include a talk about relevant art movements and practitioners.
Price includes all materials and coffee and biscuits (donations taken to help with refreshments)
Thank you – we look forward to meeting you soon

Drama improvisation 18+
2025-01-20 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-02-03 19:00 - 21:00 | The Cause Music and Arts Centre, 42 The Causeway, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3DD, United Kingdom
‘The most fun I have all week – I haven’t laughed so much in ages’
Alternate Monday’s at the Cause Arts Centre 7-9pm
Improvisation Workshops delivered by Laura.
If you’re interested but not sure what it is – just come and watch a session and have a cup of tea!
Come and join a lovely bunch of local budding thespians, who like to mess about, play games, take part in drama exercises and generally have fun while learning how to think on the spot, make up scenes and not be restricted by the script.
You’ll explore scenes, develop strong characters then improvise the content with some idea of the outcomes – Mike Leigh style. Some of our short form games are like ‘Who’s line is it anyway’ if you’re old enough to remember that!
If you have always wanted to try some drama, but are not sure that you want to commit, just pop in and do the bits that you want to, or just come and watch a session. We’d love you to join us – and can guarantee that you’ll meet some brilliant and supportive people along the way.

Basic introduction, get to know each other, ground rules for improv and how to let your brain avoid filtering (too much)
Introduction to creating characters to use in scenes – emphasis on the physical. Levels of performance style – 1-10
Further character development – using the voice to compliment the physical. Tone, pitch, accent. Introducing costume for characters.
How to respond to offers and add value to a scene. Can we develop a plot using the people that we have found?
What do we need to do to become more believable? What clues can other actors give each other when in an improvised scene?
Feedback – audience to watch. Teens invited to join us.

£65 for 5 week blocks
Block 1 – Monday January 6th and 20th, Feb 3rd, March 3rd and 17th
Block 2 – Monday April 7th, May 19th, June 2nd and 16th July 7th.
(Thursday evening Improv Slams also running at the Old Road Tavern 7.30 – 9pm £10 – drop in on second Thursday of the month if you can’t commit to blocks and want to do short form only. January 9th, Feb 13th, March 13th, April 10th, May 8th, June 12th. No booking needed)

Renew You: Wellness Day
2025-01-25 12:00 - 16:30 | Rotary Hall, 18B Station Hill, Chippenham, SN15 1EG, United Kingdom
Rotaract Chippenham are holding their first event for 18-30 year olds to try new workout classes and have a moment of zen this January.
Get ready to kick off the New Year with an exciting opportunity to try something new! ReNew You: Wellness Day is here, hosted by Rotaract Chippenham – a community group for young adults (ages 18-30) who want to get involved with the local community, connect with others, and make a positive impact.
This event is all about discovering new activities in a welcoming space where you can unwind, recharge, and maybe even find your next hobby! Each 45-minute session is designed for beginners, followed by 15 minutes to chat, connect, and enjoy a warm cup of tea or coffee with fellow participants.
Whether you’re looking to meet new people, learn new skills, or simply take a breather from the January hustle, ReNew You: Wellness Day has something for everyone. So come along, explore a new class, and join us in making this first event an experience to remember!

Rethink Football
2025-01-27 17:30 - 18:30, 2025-02-03 17:30 - 18:30, 2025-02-10 17:30 - 18:30, 2025-02-17 17:30 - 18:30, 2025-02-24 17:30 - 18:30 | Stanley Park
A weekly friendly kickabout for men 18+ to team up and be part of a safe group where they can talk openly and freely without judgement.

Every Monday from 5:30 to 6:30pm
Stanley Park Sports Ground, Chippenham, SN15 3RR
£4 per session

Please contact David if you are interested or have any questions
Tel: 07483 913159
Email: david.scourfield@rethink.org

FREE Walking Football sessions
2025-01-28 14:45 - 15:45 | Ladyfield Evangelical Church, Hungerdown Lane, Chippenham, SN14 0BA
Come along and try these fun, friendly and inclusive sessions and experience the gentler version of the traditional game of football.

Sessions take place weekly at Ladyfield Evangelical Church.

Enjoy 45 minutes of activity, followed by refreshments.

For more information or to express your interest in either session, please email: rachael.cornish@wiltshire.gov.uk or kev@doorwayproject.org.uk

Lighten Up! Physical games workshops
2025-02-28 10:30 - 12:00 | St Pauls church hall, Malmesbury rd, Malmesbury Rd, Chippenham, SN15 1PW, United Kingdom
A new 6 week course for women as part of She Can Be Active (WASP)! 🕺
Don’t find exercise easy? You won’t even think of this as exercise, and will laugh your way through the session!
How many years since you played Stuck in the Mud? Ever tried Bombs and Shields? The aeroplane game Playing shouldn’t be left in the playground when you hit 12. It should stay in your life and help you keep active and healthy.
Book in for a session at a time and see if you can remember how to have fun and play!
Tickets here: https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/rag-and-bone…/t-moxzzjp
See you soon!
