Week of Events
Monday, June 1, 2026
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Tuesday, June 2, 2026
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Wednesday, June 3, 2026
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June 3, 2026 - RecurringThe Power of the Particular: Brief Lives Creative Writing Workshops
The Power of the Particular: Brief Lives Creative Writing Workshops
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 […]
Thursday, June 4, 2026
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June 4, 2026 -Louise Ryland-Epton talk: Agnes Mylles and the murder by witchcraft of William Bayntun
Louise Ryland-Epton talk: Agnes Mylles and the murder by witchcraft of William Bayntun
In 1563 a witchcraft act was passed by the English parliament. It formed the legal basis for all English witchcraft trials. In early 1564, a baby, William Bayntun died in north Wiltshire, allegedly murdered by witchcraft. Three legal cases followed, and three women were implicated in the murder plot — a local widow, Agnes Mylles […]
Friday, June 5, 2026
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Saturday, June 6, 2026
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June 6, 2026The Extraordinary World of John Aubrey
The Extraordinary World of John Aubrey
Join us at the History Centre on Saturday 6th June at 2pm for a fascinating look at the life of John Aubrey. Dr Louise Ryland-Epton will take you on a journey of discovery, including how dragons, witches & murderous clouds connect with 17th century scientific thinking and the Wiltshire-born polymath. Tickets are £10 Reserve your […]
Sunday, June 7, 2026
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