Half-term Climbing Club 8-11 year olds
2025-02-22 09:45 - 11:15, 2025-02-23 09:45 - 11:30 (Europe/London) | The Arc, Westmead Lane, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3HZ, United Kingdom
Holiday climbing sessions at The Arc for 8-11 year olds. An hour and a half of climbing and games with expert coaching from one of our experienced instructors.
These sessions will allow our younger climbers to work on their climbing skills, NICAS logbooks, as well as engage in other activities and games. No experience necessary.
Book your session now via our website:

Monday 17th: 11am to 12.30pm
Friday 21st: 11am to 12.30pm
Saturday 22nd: 9.45am to 11.15am
Sunday 23rd:9.45am to 11.15am

Want to get the whole family involved? We also have a jam-packed schedule of Kids & Family Tasters on during the holidays.
Book now: theclimbingacademy.com

Half-term Climbing Club 12-15 year olds
2025-02-22 11:30 - 13:00 | The Arc, Westmead Lane, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3HZ, United Kingdom
Holiday climbing sessions at The Arc for 12-15 year olds. An hour and a half of climbing with expert coaching from one of our experienced instructors.
These sessions will allow our youth climbers to work on their climbing skills as well as engage in other activities and games.
No experience necessary. Sessions can be used for NICAS logbook consideration.
Book your session now via our website:

Monday 17th: 12.45pm to 2.15pm
Friday 21st: 12.45pm to 2.15pm
Saturday 22nd: 11.30am to 1.00pm
Sunday 23rd:11.30am to 1.00pm

Want to get the whole family involved? We also have a jam-packed schedule of Kids & Family Tasters on during the holidays.
Book now: theclimbingacademy.com

Valentines Disco
2025-02-22 17:30 - 19:00 | Fitzgraham Academy of Dance, Unit 3 Industrial Park Cricketts Lane 3EQ, Cricketts Ln,, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3EF, United Kingdom
🪩 It’s disco time! 🪩
Get ready for games, tattoos, glow sticks and a night filled of fun! Bring your friends along to kick off our show fundraising! 💖🎶

The Other Sister Josephine - Community Song Writing Workshop
2025-05-24 10:30 - 12:30 | Chippenham Museum, 9-10 Market Pl, Chippenham, SN15 3HF, United Kingdom
Chippenham’s Sister Josephine Toomey didn’t found the convent pontoon team or rest her boots on the altar screen (like the one of Jake Thackray fame), but she did escape the Irish famine, help found the town’s Catholic church, teach children and have stones thrown at her.
Bring instruments, voices and minds to help collaborate and create a new song exploring and celebrating her life.
Led by musician Louise Jordan (lead musician on Maud’s Way project 2024) and local women’s history specialist Lucy Whitfield (Women Who Made Me project). Part of Chippenham Folk Festival 2025, open to everyone.
Themes: Migration. Displacement. Famine. Prejudice. Faith. Poverty.

Shooting Roots Youth Folk Arts Workshops
2025-05-24 13:00 - 20:00 | Masonic Hall, Emery Lane, Chippenham, SN15 3AU, United Kingdom
Across Chippenham Folk Festival weekend, nationally-renowned youth folk arts organisation Shooting Roots are offering a series of workshops, which are heavily discounted for local young people.
There are workshops in singing and theatre, with evening folk arts activities, and a chance to perform on the festival’s main community stage on Monday.
Expect songs, harmonies, devising ridiculous plots, tableaus, games, music, and a chance to meet new friends. All take place at the Masonic Hall in Emery Lane, the YOUTH HUB for the festival weekend.
Local (all SN postcodes, plus BA14 and BA15) 11-17 year olds can access each Shooting Roots workshop for just £3 on the door. Or £20 for all sessions if a wristband is purchased from Chippenham Folk Festival box office.
More details here

Margaret's Search and Rescue - Community Song Writing Workshop
2025-05-24 14:30 - 16:30 | Chippenham Museum, 9-10 Market Pl, Chippenham, SN15 3HF, United Kingdom
Margaret Bruce Griffin (née Long) originally lived at Chippenham’s Rowden Hill House. She was a pioneer in training dogs for police work and bravely saved 21 lives in the blitz of World War Two.
Bring instruments, voices and minds to help collaborate and create a new song exploring and celebrating her life.
Led by musician Louise Jordan (lead musician on Maud’s Way project 2024) and local women’s history specialist Lucy Whitfield (Women Who Made Me project). Part of Chippenham Folk Festival 2025, open to everyone.
Themes: Innovation. Bravery. War. Motherhood. Dogs.

May Half Term - Autism Friendly Quiet Time
2025-05-27 09:00 - 10:00, 2025-05-29 09:00 - 10:00 | Chippenham Museum, 9-10 Market Pl, Chippenham, SN15 3HF, United Kingdom
Our Young Curators have been digging into the stories behind your favourite t-shirts – from band merch to memorable events – as part of their ‘Spilling the Tee’ project for our year exploring clothing, memory and identity. Their pop-up display launches Saturday 17 May, and we can’t wait for you to see how they’ve celebrated the humble t-shirt! 🧵✨
To mark the occasion, join us this May Half Term for our free creative activities inspired by the project. Check out their pop-up t-shirt display and learn all about this everyday item. Then get crafty and design your own t-shirt bunting. 👕🎨
For children who may find busy sessions overwhelming, we’re also offering Autism Friendly Quiet Time sessions. This will be a calmer, more relaxed way to enjoy the same activities, with limited numbers and booking required.
📅 Tuesday 27 May & Thursday 29 May
🕘 9.00am – 10.00am (last entry 9.45am)
🎟️ Free, booking essential
Please note, activities on both days are the same, so we recommend booking for one day only.

May Half Term - Drop-in Activities
2025-05-27 10:30 - 15:30, 2025-05-29 10:30 - 15:30 | Chippenham Museum, 9-10 Market Pl, Chippenham, SN15 3HF, United Kingdom
Our Young Curators have been digging into the stories behind your favourite t-shirts – from band merch to memorable events – as part of their ‘Spilling the Tee’ project for our year exploring clothing, memory and identity. Their pop-up display launches Saturday 17 May, and we can’t wait for you to see how they’ve celebrated the humble t-shirt! 🧵✨
To mark the occasion, join us this May Half Term for our free creative activities inspired by the project. Check out their pop-up t-shirt display and learn all about this everyday item. Then get crafty and design your own t-shirt bunting. 👕🎨
📅 Tuesday 27 May & Thursday 29 May
🕥 10.30am – 3.30pm
🎟️ Free, drop-in
Please note, activities on both days are the same.

In2Sport Holiday Camp
2025-10-23 - 2025-10-31 | Wiltshire
Looking for something exciting this October? Our In2Sport Holiday Camps are back — and they’re bigger, better, and busier than ever!
Your child can dive into a week full of energy, new skills, and great memories with our friendly expert coaches.
Choose your adventure:
• Multi-Sport
• Football
• Street Dance
Dates & Locations:
• Corsham, Chippenham & Melksham – 23rd–31st Oct
• Football Camp (Corsham) – 23rd & 31st Oct
• Street Dance @ Springfield – 23rd & 27th Oct (£18)
Halloween Fancy Dress – 31st Oct!
Costumes, games, and prizes for the spookiest looks! 🎃
Standard hours: 9am–3pm
Extended hours available
From £28 per day
🚀 Don’t miss out — spaces go fast every year!
👉 Book now at www.in2sportcoaching.co.uk
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October Half Term, Quiet Time Sessions
2025-10-28 09:00 - 10:00, 2025-10-30 09:00 - 10:00 | Chippenham Museum, 9-10 Market Pl, Chippenham, SN15 3HF, United Kingdom
Experience the museums free drop-in activities in a quieter way.
Last entry 9.45am.

October Half Term Activities
2025-10-28 10:00 - 2025-10-31 16:00 | REME Museum, Calne Road, MOD Lyneham, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 4XX, United Kingdom
This October Half Term, join us at the REME Museum for spooktacular STEM and crafts activities for all the family to enjoy.
‘Rocket Powered’ – Tuesday 28 October
Drop-in, Education Suite
Design and launch your own bottle rocket or air powered car, using the same principles of engineering in rocket science! Led by our Education Officer, Andrew.
LEGO® Engineering – Wednesday 29 October
Pre-bookable sessions, Education Suite
Unleash your inner engineer and build a vehicle from LEGO® that will actually drive! Recommended for ages 7 and above.
Meccano Makes – Thursday 30 October
Drop-in, Education Suite
Get hands-on with Meccano construction sets to engineer your own vehicle, equipment and more! Recommended for ages 7 and above.
‘Build a Tank’ Junk Modelling – Friday 31 October
Self-led, Creation Station
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. The only limit is your imagination!
Miniature Assault Course – Every day 28-31 October
Drop-in, outdoors
Take on our miniature army-style assault course! Race your way across the course or take your time and enjoy the challenge! Please note: This activity is weather dependent.

All activities included in museum entry fee. LEGO® Engineering workshops must be pre-booked.
If you would like to visit during Half Term but would prefer a quieter environment, please take a look at our October Lights Up, Sounds Down day. There will be no workshops or extra activities on this day.
If you are planning to visit as a Holiday Club or similar group, please contact us to arrange a special booking. We can accommodate larger groups if you book in advance.

October Half Term, Drop-in Creative Activities
2025-10-28 10:30 - 15:30, 2025-10-30 10:30 - 15:30 | Chippenham Museum, 9-10 Market Pl, Chippenham, SN15 3HF, United Kingdom
Join us for some free, fun, creative activities at Chippenham Museum.

FREE Hamilton-Inspired Workshop with Lisa Southam
2025-10-29 11:00 - 16:00 | Neeld Community & Arts Centre, The Neeld, High Street, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3ER, United Kingdom
Step into the room where it happens!
Join actor and drama coach Lisa Southam for a high-energy drama and musical theatre workshop inspired by the smash-hit musical Hamilton.
Through rap, rhythm, movement, script and character work, you’ll dive into the world of Alexander Hamilton and the American Revolution. Expect fun warm-ups, scene and song exploration, creative devising, and even your own mini rap battle. Perfect for young performers who love to sing, act, move – and make some noise!

Messy Church - St Peter's
2025-10-30 10:00 - 12:00 | St Peter’s Church, Lords Mead, Chippenham, SN14 0LL, United Kingdom
A morning of crafts, games, singing, toast, hot drinks, and a whole lot of fun as we explore the story of Jonah and the Whale together! Aimed at those in primary school, but all ages are welcome. No need to book, you don’t need to come to church normally, and no cost.

February Half Term Activities
2026-02-17 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-02-18 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-02-19 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-02-20 10:00 - 16:00 | REME Museum, Calne Road, MOD Lyneham, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 4XX, United Kingdom
STEM activities for all ages to get stuck into at the REME Museum.
LEGO® Engineering Workshops – Tuesday 17 and Wednesday 18 February
Pre-bookable sessions, Education Suite
Unleash your inner engineer and build a vehicle from LEGO® that will actually drive! Led by our Education Officer, Andrew, these sessions are limited in capacity to allow for suitable supervision, please book your space in advance to avoid disappointment. Recommended for ages 7 and above.
‘Build a Tank’ Junk Modelling – Thursday 19 February
Self-led, Education Creative Area
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. The only limit is your imagination!
Magnus Flyers Workshops – Friday 20 February
Drop-in sessions, Education Suite
Discover the phenomenon known as the ‘Magnus Effect’ as we teach you how to turn plastic cups into a gliding object flying through the air!
Miniature Assault Course – every day Tuesday – Friday, 10.00 – 15.00 (weather permitting)
Take on our miniature army-style assault course! Supervised by serving soldiers, will your young explorers make it to the top of the leaderboard?
All activities included in entry fee, general entry applies (see details on our website).

February Half Term Creative Activities, Exhibition Inspired
2026-02-17 10:30 - 15:30, 2026-02-19 10:30 - 15:30 | Chippenham Museum, 9-10 Market Pl, Chippenham, SN15 3HF, United Kingdom
Join us this February Half Term for free activities inspired by our current exhibition Subversive Forms. We’ll also be taking part in the Kids in Museums Art Trail, which will be an exciting introduction to the world of contemporary art for young creatives.
Free Quiet Time sessions are available from 9am to 10am for these activities. Book in for a quieter, more relaxed experience before the creative drop-ins. Spaces are limited, so booking is essential via Eventbrite.
Please note, activities on Tuesday 17th February and Thursday 19th February will be the same.

Canal Day: February Half Term at Chippenham Museum
2026-02-19 10:30 - 15:30 | Chippenham Museum, 9-10 Market Pl, Chippenham, SN15 3HF, United Kingdom
Join volunteers from Wilts & Berks Canal Trust for their annual celebrations of the Chippenham Arm of the Wilts & Berks Canal.
Come along to discover more about the history of the canal and get involved in activities suitable for all ages. Canal Day is also a great opportunity to meet the volunteers from the trust to learn about the ongoing restoration of Pewsham Locks, which is a remarkable industrial site and natural haven on the footpath between the Pewsham estate and Lacock.
Details of how to reach the site and volunteer opportunities to support its restoration will be available at the event.

Parkour (ages 14-18)
2026-02-20 14:45 - 16:15 | The Olympiad
Join our Parkour Workshop and learn the basics of this exciting urban sport. With a passionate team of experienced instructors, Actualise Parkour is dedicated to providing top quality training and guidance to individuals of all ages and skill levels. Whether you’re a beginner looking to learn the basics or an advanced practitioner seeking to refine your technique, by emphasising safety, creativity, and personal growth, we empower our students to overcome obstacles, push boundaries, and truly actualise their parkour potential!
Actualise Parkour was founded by Alex Grinter, who discovered the transformative power of Parkour as a teenager. It boosted his confidence and provided a sense of purpose as he struggled academically and felt out of place in school. Inspired by his own experiences, Alex became determined to share the benefits of Parkour with others.
Requirements: Wear comfortable, non-restrictive clothing and a pair of trainers.
For more info about Actualise Parkour visit:
https://www.actualiseparkour.co.uk
Thanks to the National Lottery and DCMS Million Hours Fund.
A Rag and Bone Arts ‘Tell Your Story’ project.
Event Details
From 2.45 – 4.15pm

LEGO® Engineering Workshops
2026-03-31 10:00 - 16:00 | REME Museum, Calne Road, MOD Lyneham, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 4XX, United Kingdom
Unleash your inner engineer and build a vehicle from LEGO® that will actually drive! Led by our Education Officer, Andrew, these sessions are limited in capacity to allow for suitable supervision, please book your space in advance to avoid disappointment.
Included in entry fee. Recommended for ages 7 and above.
If you are planning to visit as a Holiday Club or similar group, please contact us to arrange a special booking. We may be able to accommodate larger groups if you book in advance.
Check out our other activities during the Easter Holidays.

Paper Airplane Engineering Workshops
2026-04-01 10:00 - 16:00 | REME Museum, Calne Road, MOD Lyneham, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 4XX, United Kingdom
How many ways are there to build a paper plane? As it turns out, there are quite a few! But which way will make your plane fly the furthest distance? Drop-in sessions held in our Education Suite. Included in entry fee.
If you are planning to visit as a Holiday Club or similar group, please contact us to arrange a special booking. We may be able to accommodate larger groups if you book in advance.
Check out our other activities during the Easter Holidays.

Aubrey Origami Workshop
2026-05-23 10:30 - 15:30 | Chippenham Museum, 9-10 Market Pl, Chippenham, SN15 3HF, United Kingdom
Get inspired by John Aubrey and take part in our special origami butterfly day.
Help towards our goal of making 400 origami butterflies, one for each year since John Aubrey’s birth, with the help of our origami artist-in-residence, Alex Ray. Make a model to take home and one for our exciting community art piece that will feature in our summer exhibition.
This event is suitable for all ages.

This event is part of the Chippenham – Our History project. Find out more about this project on this website here.
