SPACE ROCKS: Mini Mission
2024-02-25 13:30 - 14:00 (Europe/London)
You are in mission control, monitoring the re-entry of the space probe FringeFeb, which is returning from the edge of the solar system. Will the probe return safely? What will you find when you open it? Has it brought back alien life?
Join space communicator and ESERO-uk Space Ambassador Paul Hill, and explore space. Get involved in a hands-on, interactive show which brings space science to your fingertips.
Family theatre
FREE EVENT
1.30-2pm at The Buttercross (in case of wet weather indoors location TBC)
3-3.30pm at Waterstones

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

aKa Dance Theatre present Shed-ache, Fringe Feb
2024-02-25 16:00 - 17:00 | Constitutional Club, 36 Foghamshire, Chippenham, SN15 1HB, United Kingdom
Be prepared to be blown away by aKa’s brand new family friendly show which is bright and sunny!
Today’s forecast includes brisk boogying, severe silliness and spells of confetti showers.With extreme movement travelling in all directions, we predict joy spreading across large areas.
You’ll need to hold on to your hats, as we foresee a high chance of slapstick, with all predictions pointing towards it raining snacks and socks.
Unpredictable and unusual conditions prompt us to travel hand in hand as we join together to soak up the silly.
With 100% chance of laughter you’ll be reminded of the importance of embracing experiences whatever the weather.

Aimed at 3-8yrs but older and younger children very welcome
Tickets – on the door £5-7, but pre-book in advance for £5 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

Winnie The Pooh Easter Trail at The Pewsham
2024-03-28 - 2024-04-05 | The Pewsham, The Pewsham, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3RU, United Kingdom
Easter holiday fun @thepewsham 🐣
A little Easter trail with Winne the Pooh & friends
£1 a map for charity
Find out who stole all the eggs
*free babycino with every adult coffee bought while trail is on.
#thepewsham #thepewshameastertrail #thepewshamcoffee #chippenhameasterfun #easterholidays #eastertrail #whatsonchippenham

Roaring Easter
2024-03-30 11:00 - 15:00
Join us in celebrating Easter at Emery Gate on Saturday, 30th of March, from 11 am to 3 pm, as we embark on a thrilling ‘Roarsome Dino Easter Trail’ throughout the centre!
🦖🥚 Hunt for the dino eggs hidden in our store windows and make sure you scan the QR codes as they reveal an important clue!
Solve the clue and note it down on your trail sheet. ✅
When you’ve completed your mission, return it to one of our amazing event staff and they’ll present an Easter Dino treat!
Good luck! 🌟
T&C’s Apply see link below.
https://www.emerygate.co.uk/news/2024/3/21/join-us-for-dino-easter-at-emery-gate

Easter Activities at the REME Museum
2024-04-01 10:00 - 2024-04-12 16:30 | REME Museum, Calne Road, MOD Lyneham, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 4XX, United Kingdom
Bring the whole family for a visit this Easter holidays and get involved in some craft-based and STEM activities.
Make and Do

Monday 1 April – Sunday 7 April (Bank Holiday Monday inclusive)
Self-guided, drop-in
Show off your artistic skills with our Easter-themed and WW2-themed art projects, which you can get stuck into in our galleries amongst our array of historic vehicles and artefacts.

Meccano Makes Workshops

Tuesday 9 and Thursday 11 April
Pre-bookable sessions
Get hands-on with Meccano construction sets to engineer your own vehicle, equipment and more!
Led by our Education Officer in our dedicated Education Suite.
Each session lasts about 2 hours with each family working as a team.
Due to small parts this is activity is not open to anyone under the age of 7.

Bottle Rockets Workshops

Wednesday 10 and Friday 12 April
Drop-in sessions
Do you have what it takes? We challenge you to build a Bottle Rocket and see how high you can make it fly!
Sessions led by our Education Officer. No need to book, just drop-in to our Education Suite!
Tickets for pre-bookable sessions can be purchased online and include Museum entry, general entry applies (see our website).

Easter Holiday Workshops
2024-04-08 14:00 - 15:15 | The Wilding Studio, The Barn, Charlcutt,, Calne, SN11 9HH
We are delighted to be offering 3 workshops in the Easter holidays. These do book up quickly so please head to our website for more information or to secure your space!
Monday 8th April 2pm – 3.15pm – Clay Moon Gazing Hares
Wednesday 10th April 10am – 11.15am – Mini Dried Flower Wreaths
Thursday 11th April 2pm – 3.15pm – Stoneware Egg Cups
Please note: During the Moon Gazing Hare workshop we will be using air-drying clay so pieces can be taken home straight away. However when making egg cups we will be using stoneware clay which will need to be left at the studio for approximately 2 weeks for glazing and firing.
Suitable for children aged 4+ – Parents must stay and are encouraged to get involved!
https://www.wildlingstudio.co.uk/easter-holidays

Zip-wire, mobile climbing wall and Stand Up Paddle Boarding event - Tues 9th April
2024-04-09 | Monkton Park, Chippenham
Come along to River Island, Monkton Park for either a climb / zip-wire event or a taster Stand Up Paddle Board (SUP) session.
Chippenham Zip n Climb Event
Experience the 50m zip-wire and climb the 7.2m climbing wall. Suitable for aged 8 – 85.
SUP Chippenham
Have a session with our Stand Up Paddle Board guru! Explore the beautiful River Avon and see Chippenham from a different angle. Suitable for ages 7 upwards.

Find out more about each activity in the Easter Holidays 2024 section of our website here.

Easter Stay and Play
2024-04-11 10:00 - 12:00 | Kingsley Road Community Hall, Kingsley Road, Chippenham, SN14 0AS
Get ready for an egg-citing Easter event! Join us for a hopping good time from 10am to 12pm and 1pm to 3pm.
Meet Chase & Rubble, bounce on our castles, enjoy the ball pool, get crafty with biscuit decorating, and don’t miss the afternoon Forest Session with Bulldog Bouncer Ali!

International Lunch
2024-04-13 12:00 - 15:00 | The Cause Music and Arts Centre, 42 The Causeway, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3DD, United Kingdom
Unity in Diversity!
Many diverse nationalities live here in Chippenham and the surrounding area.
Come and share a lunch together!
Make new friends! Activities for children!
Book by emailing diversityinchippenham@gmail.com
and let us know what you can bring to share.
Any donations on the day will help cover costs and excess will be given to Doorway, a local charity.

Salvation Army’s Messy Church
2024-04-20 11:00 - 13:00, 2024-05-18 11:00 - 13:00, 2024-06-15 11:00 - 13:00 | Salvation Army, Foghamshire, Foghamshire, Chippenham, Wiltshire, Sn15 1hb, United Kingdom
Join us 11am – 1pm at Salvation Army, Foghamshire:
Let the kids release their inner madness, have fun, get messy and enjoy a lunch on us.
It’s all free and it’s all a little bit crazy 🎉

Chippenham Parkrun
2024-04-27 09:00 | Monkton Park, Chippenham
Why don’t you kick off your morning of the Teen Takeover weekend with a brisk 5k!!
Chippenham Parkrun is a FREE weekly 5km event for runners of all standards, which takes place every Saturday at 9am in Monkton Park, Chippenham, Wiltshire. Meet: 8:50am at the Multi-use Games Area in Monkton Park
The course is run on a mixture of trail paths, tarmac paths and gravel paths. Some sections of the course may accumulate mud, leaves and puddles after rain.
It offers an opportunity for all the local community, regardless of age or gender, to come together on a regular basis to enjoy the outdoors and get physically active. We want to encourage people to run, jog, walk and volunteer together – this event is truly open to all and best of all it really is FREE!
Taking part is easy – just register before your first ever parkrun and remember to bring a scannable copy of your registration barcode, that way your running time will be recorded.
Suitable for ages 11+ (under 11’s welcome to walk/run the course but must complete the course with an adult)
For more details visit: https://www.parkrun.org.uk/chippenham/

Did you know Chippenham junior parkrun takes place every Sunday (ages 4 to 14) – junior parkrun is a series of 2k runs for children aged between 4 and 14. They are open to all, free, and are safe and easy to take part in.

Teen Takeover - Chippenham Youth Council: Meet & Mini Debate
2024-04-27 14:00 - 14:45 | Chippenham Museum, 9-10 Market Pl, Chippenham, SN15 3HF, United Kingdom
The Teen Takeover weekend is a new initiative led by the Local Youth Network (the LYN) as part of the Chippenham Area Board.
The weekend of 27-28 April is dedicated to young people from the Chippenham area aged 13-19 and up to 24 for those with SEND needs and is to showcase the current youth provision that is available for young people in the Chippenham area.
As part of the Teen Takeover weekend, the Youth Council will be holding an informal session giving young people a chance to share their views on key topics such as the environment and vaping. Open to any young people (approx.11-17yrs), particularly if you are interested in the voices of young people being heard.
Places are limited, so book now to avoid disappointment.

Rugbytots Chippenham
2024-04-28 08:30 - 12:30, 2024-05-19 08:30 - 12:30, 2024-05-26 08:30 - 12:30, 2024-06-02 08:30 - 12:30, 2024-06-09 08:30 - 12:30, 2024-06-16 08:30 - 12:30, 2024-06-23 08:30 - 12:30 | Sheldon School Dance Studio, Sheldon School, Hardenhuish Lane, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN14 6HJ, United Kingdom
🏉🌟 Rugbytots: Where Little Champions Score Big! 🌟🏉
Calling all mini ruckers! Our action-packed classes blend rugby, fun, and skill-building for kids aged 18 months to 6 years.
From scrums to giggles, we’re all about developing motor skills, fostering teamwork, and creating a love for an active, healthy life. Join the scrum-tastic adventure today!
Sessions last between 30-45 minutes with FREE taster sessions available! Plus, we’re so confident your little one will have a blast that we offer a full money-back guarantee if you don’t enjoy the first two classes. No try, no cry! 😄👍

Derry Tots
2024-05-01 09:30 - 11:30, 2024-05-15 09:30 - 11:30, 2024-05-22 09:30 - 11:30, 2024-06-05 09:30 - 11:30, 2024-06-12 09:30 - 11:30, 2024-06-19 09:30 - 11:30 | Lansdowne Hall – Derry Hill
Derry Tots Under 5’s playgroup located at The Lansdowne Hall in Derry Hill. Fun, friendly and social group for parents/carers and children alike!
Term time only
Wednesdays – 9.30-11.30am

May Half Term Activities at REME Museum
2024-05-28 10:00 - 2024-05-31 16:30 | REME Museum, Calne Road, MOD Lyneham, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 4XX, United Kingdom
A range of family-friendly activities suitable for all ages and abilities!
Junk Tank Model Making
Drop-in sessions
Come and create your own special REME-inspired vehicle to take away with you! Get creative and see what you can make from recycled materials. No booking necessary, a drop-in session led by our Education Officer, suitable for all ages and artistic abilities.
Assault Course
Drop-in
Please note: This activity is weather dependent. Challenge yourself to our miniature army-style assault course based on our grounds. Supervised by serving REME soldiers, you’ll be sure to have fun and surprise yourself!

Half Term Girls Gym Camp
2024-05-30 09:30 - 15:00 | Unit 18, Forest Gate Business Park, Pewsham, Chippenham SN15 3RS, 18 Forest Gate, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3RS, United Kingdom
Aged 12-18? Join us to gain confidence in the gym in a safe, female-only environment.
The day will run from 9:30am to 3pm and will be jam packed full of fun activities such as a speed camp, strength session, female specific athletic workshop. You will leave the day with new friends, increased confidence and ability in a gym environment!
Thursday 30th May, 2024
9:30-15:00
Southern Academy of Sport HQ
£35

Monkton Park Golf Course Charity Music Fete
2024-06-01 14:00 - 18:00 | Monkton Park Golf Course, Monkton Park, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3PE, United Kingdom
Join us for a fabulous afternoon of live music, stalls and family fun to help raise funds for Chippenham District Transport.
There will be a cash bar, BBQ and a variety of local businesses to support so it is set to be a fabulous afternoon.
