Chippenham Walking Rugby - open to all genders and ages!
2026-05-29 18:30 - 19:30 (Europe/London) | Chippenham Rugby Club, Allington Field, Sheldon Corner, Frogwell, Chippenham, SN14 0YZ
Join our welcoming, all-inclusive group of men and women for Walking Rugby, a fun, low-impact version of the sport that’s great for all ages and fitness levels.
What is Walking Rugby?
In Walking Rugby there are no scrums, lineouts, rucks or mauls. To make a tackle, simply touch the ball carrier with two hands – the ball carrier must then stop and pass the ball to another player on their team.
No-one keeps score, instead the emphasis is on enjoyable and social rugby for all.
For more information see the RFU’s video – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nAdPp6FS2q4
What do I need?
All you need is sports wear, studded boots (don’t worry if you don’t have any we have some we can lend you some) as we normally play on our artificial pitch, and a bottle of water (believe us you will need it!), and remember …..we are WALKING!
When and Where?
We meet every Friday at Chippenham Rugby Club, 6.30pm until 7.30pm. We join up with other local rugby clubs on a regular basis to share enjoyable evenings of rugby and socialising, and also attend festivals hosted by other clubs which includes at least one each year where we are “on tour”
If you want to join in whether you have played before or are new to rugby and whatever your gender, please drop David Cowan an email on walkers@chippenhamrfc.co.uk and he will coordinate.
Come and give it a ‘Try’!!!

Sparkly Lite singing group
2026-06-01 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-06-08 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-06-22 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-06-29 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-07-06 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-07-13 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-07-20 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-07-27 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.

The Power of the Particular: Brief Lives Creative Writing Workshops
2026-06-03 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-07-01 19:00 - 21:00 | Chippenham Museum, 9-10 Market Pl, Chippenham, SN15 3HF, United Kingdom
Join the Chippenham Museum Creative Writing Group for a series of linked workshops celebrating the 400th anniversary of the birth of local antiquarian and famous biographer, John Aubrey. The workshops will be led by Lesley Taylor, an experienced facilitator, and will draw inspiration from Aubrey’s work and the museum’s summer exhibition.
Born in Kington St Michael in 1626, Aubrey was a biographer, archaeologist, scientist, naturalist, and oral historian. He valued the minutiae of everyday life, and his writing is rich with specific (and often witty) details that bring the past to life.
Drawing on his most well-known work, Brief Lives – written portraits of key figures of his day – the workshops will explore how to write with greater detail. Sessions will provide an opportunity to develop the skill of telling your own stories with clarity, experimenting with a range of forms including flash fiction, memoir, poetry, and creative non-fiction.
Suitable for beginners and experienced writers alike, this series of monthly workshops will culminate in An Evening with Aubrey at the museum, where participants’ work will be shared and celebrated. The date for this celebratory event is to be confirmed.
Each session costs £5 per person. Spaces are limited, so booking is essential. Please contact the museum to reserve your place.

Find out more about the Chippenham – Our History project on this website here.

Man Down Chippenham Group Meeting
2026-06-03 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-06-17 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-07-01 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-07-15 19:00 - 21:00 | The Olympiad
Man Down is a men’s (18+) group dedicated to removing the stigma and getting men talking.
We offer peer support from lived experiences, we are respectful, safe, non-judgmental, supportive, and completely confidential.
Just turn up, it’s free to attend, no need to book, listen or join in and share, it’s up to you, no pressure.
Every city, Every town, Every man
More info:
Website: mandown.org
Man Down Wiltshire Facebook page

Sparkly Singers
2026-06-04 20:00 - 21:15, 2026-06-11 20:00 - 21:15, 2026-06-25 20:00 - 21:15, 2026-07-02 20:00 - 21:15, 2026-07-09 20:00 - 21:15, 2026-07-16 20:00 - 21:15, 2026-07-23 20:00 - 21:15, 2026-07-30 20:00 - 21:15 | 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.
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.

Treasures from History
2026-06-06 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-07-04 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-08-01 11:00 - 12:00 | Wiltshire & Swindon History Centre, Wiltshire & Swindon History Centre Cocklebury Rd, Chippenham, SN15 3QN
Do you like crafts and getting creative? Are you interested in history? If yes, then these are the sessions for you!
This is an opportunity for you to explore some of the amazing documents in the Wiltshire and Swindon History Centre’s archive collections in a friendly and informal setting. Embrace the opportunity to handle original documents which reveal the creative side of archives through the stories of people, places or events.
Please email archives@wiltshire.gov.uk to book your place (15 spaces available).
2026 programme:
7th February – Daily life in the late 18th and early 19th century Wiltshire villages
7th March – Recipes from the Archives
28th March – Wiltshire Lace
25th April – Quilting and Patchwork in Wiltshire
6th June – Wiltshire Bread and Beer
4th July – Wiltshire Glove Making
1st August – Wiltshire Basket Weavers/Makers
5th September – Wiltshire Folklore
3rd October – Lacock Dyes/Dyers of Wiltshire
7th November – Historical Marginalia
5th December – Christmas in Wiltshire
Please note that sessions are subject to change, however participants will have ample warning should this be the case.

Lashing Out with Sheila Tackya
2026-06-12 18:30 | The Ruze, 7 Union Road, Chippenham, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 1HW
Get hyped for a night that’s all about fun and sparkle!⁠⁠We’re starting off Pride weekend with the amazing Sheila Tackya, who’s bringing her awesome new show, Lashing Out to The Ruze.⁠Let’s celebrate 40 years of queer culture, joy, and love together. This isn’t just any show; it’s a colourful shoutout to our community! You definitely don’t want to miss this night of incredible talent and unapologetic pride! ⁠⁠Snag your tickets and let’s make some unforgettable memories!

Drink and Draw - Watercolour
2026-06-12 19:00 - 23:00 | 31.Co.work, 31.Co.work, Chippenham, SN15 3HP
We’re bringing Drink & Draw back — this time as a quarterly night out with a particular art medium focus.
Think less “workshop” and more good vibes, good people, and something fun to get stuck into. Each session centres around a different medium, the first being watercolour painting, using a ScrawlrBox (included with your ticket — yours to keep), so you can try something new without overthinking it.
Grab a drink, take a seat, open your kit and just see where it goes. Follow the guide, ignore it completely, paint, experiment, chat — it’s totally up to you.
We’ll throw in a few loose prompts to get things going, but there’s no structure you have to follow and definitely no pressure to be “good”.
What makes this one different:
– A themed watercolour night
– Your own ScrawlrBox to use and take home (£25 value)
– Smaller group (just 15 spots) for a better atmosphere
– Still relaxed, still social — just with a bit more direction
It’s a chance to try something new, have a laugh, and spend a couple of hours making something with other creative people.
No rules. No judgement. Just a good night out with a brush in hand.
Ages 18+ | BYO drinks

Fibre Arts Chippenham
2026-06-25 19:00 - 22:00 | The Three Crowns, 18 The Causeway, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3DB, United Kingdom
Discover creativity and community at our Fibre Arts Group – where yarn, fabric, and friendship comes together.

The last Thursday of each month | 7–10 pm | Free entry

Search for Fibre Arts Chippenham public group on Facebook.

Summer Behind-the-Scenes Tour
2026-07-09 14:00 - 16:00 | Wiltshire and Bath Air Ambulance Airbase, Wiltshire and Bath Air Ambulance, Semington, Wiltshire, BA14 6JX, United Kingdom
Join the team on one of our behind-the-scenes tours of the Charity’s airbase.
We will be opening the doors to our airbase to give our guests a unique experience.
The tour will cover our flight room, helicopter hangar and simulation room.
All monies raised will go directly to help save lives in Wiltshire and Bath.
Please note, the tour will be led by our volunteers and as this will be an operational day, we cannot guarantee the crew or helicopter will be present during your visit.
During the tour guests will be on their feet for up to two hours. While walking around the base it will include 22 stairs up to our viewing platform (however there is a lift at this location) and 22 stairs down to the hangar. Please advise us in advance if you would struggle with this. Please note the majority of the tour is inside but if the aircraft is at the base during the tour it will involve some time outside.
