Improvers Art workshops
2025-07-08 12:30 - 14:30, 2025-07-15 12:30 - 14:30 (Europe/London) | 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

Free Walking Netball Sessions in Chippenham
2025-07-08 13:30 - 14:30, 2025-07-15 13:30 - 14:30, 2025-07-22 13:30 - 14:30 | Lady Evangelical Church, Hungerdown Lane, Chippenham, SN14 0BA
Join us for Walking Netball – a low-impact version of the game where you walk instead of run. Perfect for all abilities!

Stay active in a fun, supportive environment
Meet new people and socialise
Enjoy a free cuppa and chat after each session
FREE weekly indoor sessions

No experience needed – everyone welcome!
Contact: rachael.cornish@wiltshire.gov.uk for more information

Free Weekly Walking Football Sessions
2025-07-08 14:45 - 15:45, 2025-07-15 14:45 - 15:45, 2025-07-22 14:45 - 15:45 | Lady Evangelical Church, Hungerdown Lane, Chippenham, SN14 0BA
Are you looking for a fun way to stay active and meet new people? Walking football might be just what you need! This slower and gentler version of the traditional game is designed to be inclusive – whether you’re a football enthusiast looking for a less intense way to enjoy the sport, or someone who’s never played before but wants to try something new, walking football offers a welcoming environment for everyone.
A great way to improve fitness, balance, and coordination whilst socialising and making new friends.
For more information about these free weekly sessions, please contact:

rachael.cornish@wiltshire.gov.uk
kev@doorwayproject.org.uk

Please note sessions run term times only.

Sparkly Singers
2025-07-10 20:00 - 21:15, 2025-07-17 20:00 - 21:15, 2025-07-24 20:00 - 21:15, 2025-07-31 20:00 - 21:15, 2025-08-07 20:00 - 21:15, 2025-08-14 20:00 - 21:15 | Lansdowne Hall – Derry Hill
Alongside our sessions in Chippenham (‘lighter’ 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.

Get Your Skates On (GYSO) - Friday Skate Club
2025-07-11 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-07-25 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-08-08 18:00 - 20:00 | The Olympiad
Come and join us at the Olympiad Chippenham between 6pm and 8pm on Friday for our adult skate session.
All abilities and disciplines welcome including beginners, quads and inline skaters welcome.
Bring your own skates!
£7 per person (cash or card payments accepted).
Adult only
Join the GYSO Facebook group to find out more!

Sparkly Lite singing group
2025-07-14 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-07-21 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-07-28 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-08-04 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-08-11 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.

Women’s Recreational Football Session
2025-07-14 18:30 - 19:30, 2025-07-21 18:30 - 19:30 | Stanley Park
For women over 18, these sessions are a chance to have a go at football, and meet some new friends in a relaxed, friendly, non competitive environment.
No matter your skill level, whether you’re a football enthusiast or just want to get more active, these sessions are open to ALL women.

Every Monday from 6:30 to 7:30pm
At Stanley Park Sports Ground, Chippenham, SN15 3RP
£4 per person
Must have football boots

Big Chippenham Bash
2025-08-16 10:00 - 2025-08-17 01:00 | The Neeld
If you love the Big Bath Bash then you will also love the Big Chippenham Bash!!! All day event!
EVENT DESCRIPTION
From 10am – 1am with workshops during the day from top weekender teachers, along with a tea dance in the afternoon and then the big 2 room freestyle in the evening till 1am with amazing DJ’s!
This event sells out every year so get your tickets quick!
This is a ticketed event and limited tickets are on sale now!
Full day price at just £47 per person. Just £6 per masterclass.
Teachers & DJ’s to be confirmed
Tea/coffee and home made cakes available throughout the tea dance.
Tea/coffee/cakes served late on during the evening freestyle.
EVENT TIMING AND PRICES
11am – 6pm – Masterclasses on the hour in the Chill Out Room
10am – 3pm – Main room classes on the hour (part of the all day package)
3pm – 6pm – Tea Dance
6pm – 8pm – Dinner Break
8pm – 1am – Two room freestyle
Advance tickets only
£47 for the whole day (includes 5 main room classes, afternoon tea dance & evening freestyle)
£16 tea dance only
£17 2 room evening freestyle only
£6 per masterclass – details to be advised
TRAVEL & PARKING INFORMATION
Lots of all day parking in the town centre or travel in by train. Just a 5 minute walk from the train station.
There are lots of Pay and Display car parks within a 3-6 minute walk. Please note all charge fees until 6pm even on Bank Holidays. Please check the website below as some are only valid for 2 hours.
Details of all car parks and charges at https://www.wiltshire.gov.uk/parking-chippenham
All day parking available at the following Car Parks:
Bath Road Car Park – 220 Spaces – Open 24 Hours
Cocklebury Road Car Park – 167 Spaces – Open 24 Hours
Train Station Car Parks – 590 Spaces – Open 24 Hours
Wood Lane – 70 Spaces – Open 24 Hours

Chippenham's secret tunnels - fact or fiction?
2025-08-26 19:00 - 21:00 | Wine Monkey, 20 Borough Parade, Chippenham, SN15 3WL, United Kingdom
The opening taster meeting for History Portal Club.
Together we’ll explore myths and truths about various tunnels believed to exist under the town.
Where are they?
Who built them?
Where do they go?
Why do we love the idea of a secret tunnel?
This fun opening session will look at the subject from all angles, and also help to establish the direction of the History Portal Club going forward.
History Portal Club aims to be a different sort of history club. No lectures, no stuffy rooms, just walking, talking, pub chats and stories you won’t find in the guidebooks. It’s about finding value in ordinary lives and heritage, and connecting with places. A meet-up for curious locals who love stories from the past, hidden landmarks, and great company. Taking on topics we see around us every day.
A club that isn’t afraid to ask “what is history anyway”? One that values and encourages ordinary experiences, doesn’t subscribe to the way history was traditionally taught, and values nostalgia and memory as well as books and facts.
It’s a meet-up for curious locals who love stories from the past, hidden landmarks, and great company.
There’s no obligation to become a member, just come along and give it a try. And, after this, there’ll be a programme of topics (walks and static) as we go into the autumn.

Sparkly Lite singing group
2025-09-01 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-09-08 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.
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 selection of fabulous 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 enquire about one of our FREE taster sessions and come and see what we’re all about.

Sparkly Singers
2025-09-04 20:00 - 21:15, 2025-09-11 20:00 - 21:15 | Lansdowne Hall – Derry Hill
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.
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.
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.
So if you simply love to sing, but have yet to find the choir that perfectly complements your sense of fun, why not enquire about one of our FREE taster sessions and come and see what we’re all about.
