Man Down Chippenham Group Meeting
2026-05-06 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-05-20 19:00 - 21:00, 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 (Europe/London) | 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

Sip & Paint at the Three Crowns
2026-05-07 19:00, 2026-10-08 19:00 | The Three Crowns, 18 The Causeway, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3DB, United Kingdom
Join Beki Wills and the team for a fun night of sipping and painting at The Three Crowns, Chippenham Wiltshire SN15 3DB.
Our Sip and Paint sessions offer a relaxed and creative atmosphere while unleashing your artistic side. Perfect for artists of all skill levels, our events are designed to foster creativity and community. Whether you’re looking for a unique night out or a way to unwind after a busy day, Sip and Paint provides the ideal setting for a memorable evening. Book your spot today and discover the joy of painting with a glass in hand.
In Feb we will be painting Ocean Bloom
In May we will be painting Vibrant Sunsets
In Oct we will be painting Monet Lillypads
*No drinks are included with ticket price. All drinks are purchased from the venues on site bar *

Chippenham Walking Rugby - open to all genders and ages!
2026-05-15 00:00, 2026-05-22 00:00, 2026-05-29 00:00 | 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’!!!

Fibre Arts Chippenham
2026-05-28 19:00 - 22:00, 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.

The Power of the Particular: Brief Lives Creative Writing Workshops
2026-06-03 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-07-01 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-08-05 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-09-02 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.
