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SUMMARY:Town Walk
DESCRIPTION:Our free guided walks are back for 2026! \nJoin a member of the Chippenham Museum team on select Thursdays and Saturdays from May to September for a 40-minute journey through the town’s history\, from King Alfred and the Saxons to the present day. \nPerfect for residents\, visitors and groups! Meet at The Buttercross\, Market Place. Arrive 5 to 10 minutes before to allow for a prompt start. Spaces are limited so booking is essential via Eventbrite. \nSaturdays at 2pm: \n9 May\, 13 June\, 11 July\, 8 August\, 22 August & 12 September \nThursdays at 7pm: \n14 May\, 18 June\, 16 July\, 13 August & 17 September
URL:https://onechippenham.org.uk/event/town-walk/2026-06-18/
LOCATION:Chippenham Museum\, 9-10 Market Pl\, Chippenham\, SN15 3HF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Heritage,History,Museum,Walks
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chippenham Museum":MAILTO:heritage@chippenham.gov.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260618T173000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260618T190000
DTSTAMP:20260602T122051Z
CREATED:20260602T122051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T122051Z
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SUMMARY:History Talk: The Chippenham Carnival
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Chippenham Museum for a special illustrated talk with local historian Mike Stone. \nDiscover the fascinating evolution of the Chippenham Carnival\, from its origins in 1889 as a hospital fundraiser and the legendary ‘motor-khana’ displays in John Coles Park\, to the colourful modern-day parades through the town. \nWith the new Carnival returning on Saturday 4 July after several years away\, come and see how this tradition has evolved over the decades. \nGot memories? We want to see them! Bring along your old photos or ephemera\, as we’d love to add your stories to our collection. \nPlease note\, the doors will open at 5.15pm. \n \nFind out more about the Chippenham Our History on this website: https://onechippenham.org.uk/chippenham-our-history/ \n 
URL:https://onechippenham.org.uk/event/history-talk-the-chippenham-carnival/
LOCATION:Chippenham Museum\, 9-10 Market Pl\, Chippenham\, SN15 3HF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Chippenham - Our History,History,Museum,Talks & lectures
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260613T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260613T150000
DTSTAMP:20260421T134218Z
CREATED:20260421T134218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T134218Z
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SUMMARY:Town Walk
DESCRIPTION:Our free guided walks are back for 2026! \nJoin a member of the Chippenham Museum team on select Thursdays and Saturdays from May to September for a 40-minute journey through the town’s history\, from King Alfred and the Saxons to the present day. \nPerfect for residents\, visitors and groups! Meet at The Buttercross\, Market Place. Arrive 5 to 10 minutes before to allow for a prompt start. Spaces are limited so booking is essential via Eventbrite. \nSaturdays at 2pm: \n9 May\, 13 June\, 11 July\, 8 August\, 22 August & 12 September \nThursdays at 7pm: \n14 May\, 18 June\, 16 July\, 13 August & 17 September
URL:https://onechippenham.org.uk/event/town-walk/2026-06-13/
LOCATION:Chippenham Museum\, 9-10 Market Pl\, Chippenham\, SN15 3HF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Heritage,History,Museum,Walks
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chippenham Museum":MAILTO:heritage@chippenham.gov.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260609T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260609T210000
DTSTAMP:20260603T121829Z
CREATED:20260603T121829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T121829Z
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SUMMARY:History Portal Club: Are there tales from Chippenham workhouse?
DESCRIPTION:An interactive exploration of local history together\, where questions are encouraged and knowledge is shared\, this meeting of History Portal Club will take a look at Chippenham Union Workhouse through the ages. \nTogether\, we’ll do a deep dive into the history of the local union workhouse (now the hospital) – through the eyes of the town\, the staff\, and the inmates who found themselves within its walls. \nWho ran the place?\nWhat was it like inside?\nAre there inmates’ stories? \nThis friendly and interactive club session will explore the history of the workhouse\, right from its origins to its conversion into St Andrew’s Hospital\, taking in the life of the buildings that supported the poor and needy of the town. \nBooking essential. \nHistory Portal Club is a friendly regular meet-up for curious locals who love stories from the past\, hidden landmarks\, and great company.\nIt’s a great way to explore the local area’s past together – no lectures\, no stuffy rooms\, just walking\, talking\, pub chats\, and stories you won’t find in the guidebooks.\nFascinating tales\, good company\, and plenty of surprises. \nIt’s run by Lucy Whitfield\, Historian. Visit www.lucywhitfieldhistorian/history-club for more information and to book.
URL:https://onechippenham.org.uk/event/history-portal-club-are-there-tales-from-chippenham-workhouse/
LOCATION:Wine Monkey\, 20 Borough Parade\, Chippenham\, SN15 3WL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Adults,Community,Heritage,History,Indoor,Meeting,Talks & lectures
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260606T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260606T120000
DTSTAMP:20260224T204801Z
CREATED:20260224T204305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T204801Z
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SUMMARY:Treasures from History
DESCRIPTION:Do you like crafts and getting creative? Are you interested in history? If yes\, then these are the sessions for you! \nThis 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. \nPlease email archives@wiltshire.gov.uk to book your place (15 spaces available). \n2026 programme: \n7th February – Daily life in the late 18th and early 19th century Wiltshire villages\n7th March – Recipes from the Archives\n28th March – Wiltshire Lace\n25th April – Quilting and Patchwork in Wiltshire\n6th June – Wiltshire Bread and Beer\n4th July – Wiltshire Glove Making\n1st August – Wiltshire Basket Weavers/Makers\n5th September – Wiltshire Folklore\n3rd October – Lacock Dyes/Dyers of Wiltshire\n7th November – Historical Marginalia\n5th December – Christmas in Wiltshire \nPlease note that sessions are subject to change\, however participants will have ample warning should this be the case.
URL:https://onechippenham.org.uk/event/treasures-from-history/2026-06-06/
LOCATION:Wiltshire & Swindon History Centre\, Wiltshire & Swindon History Centre Cocklebury Rd\, Chippenham\, SN15 3QN
CATEGORIES:Adults,Heritage,History
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260604T191500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260604T203000
DTSTAMP:20260302T090244Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T090244Z
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SUMMARY:Louise Ryland-Epton talk: Agnes Mylles and the murder by witchcraft of William Bayntun
DESCRIPTION: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 from Stanley near Chippenham\, the child’s aunt\, Dorothy Bayntun\, and his mother\, Agnes Bayntun\, a cousin to Queen Elizabeth I. The three were accused by a fourth woman\, a witchfinder. The cases had dreadful consequences for almost all the protagonists\, leading to imprisonment\, torture\, and ultimately the execution of Agnes Mylles\, the first recorded person to be executed in England for the crime of witchcraft. This is a tragic tale of toxic family relationships played out in the Chippenham area against the backdrop of the Tudor Reformation. \nThe event is FREE but please register at Chippenham Library\, or call the library on 01249 6750536. \n \nFind out more about the Chippenham – Our History project on this website here.
URL:https://onechippenham.org.uk/event/louise-ryland-epton-talk-agnes-mylles-and-the-murder-by-witchcraft-of-william-bayntun/
LOCATION:Chippenham Library
CATEGORIES:Chippenham - Our History,Heritage,History,Talks & lectures
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260530T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260530T163000
DTSTAMP:20260421T100403Z
CREATED:20260415T164336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T100403Z
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SUMMARY:Chippenham Museum: Our History Day
DESCRIPTION:Chippenham Museum presents Our History Day at the Town Hall \nA Journey from the town’s Prehistory to its Future Plans \nUncover the secrets of your town! Join us at the Town Hall for a special day of discovery\, brought to you as part of the ‘Chippenham – Our History’ project\, in partnership with the Chippenham Civic Society & the VCH Wiltshire. \nWhen: Saturday 30 May | 10am – 4.30pm \nWhere: Chippenham Town Hall \nEntry: £6 (Includes coffee\, tea\, and biscuits). \nAny profits will be donated to the WVCH fund. \nFrom the ancient geology beneath our feet to the coaching inns\, canals\, and characters that shaped our streets\, hear from a panel of local experts in a series of fast-paced\, engaging presentations. \nThe Day’s Highlights: \nMorning (10.30am – 12.30pm): Talks covering Archaeology\, Manors\, and the Golden Age of Coaching.\nLunch (12.30pm – 13.30pm): A chance to explore the town or chat with fellow history lovers.\nAfternoon (13.30pm – 15.30pm): Talks featuring local Railways\, Architecture\, and the stories behind our Public Houses.\nGrand Finale (15.30pm): A full panel Q&A—your chance to ask the experts or share any knowledge you have of our town.! \nSpeakers include Mike Stone\, John Chandler\, Tony Pratt\, Louise Ryland-Epton\, Jack Konynenburg\, John Holden\, and Melissa Barnett. \nLocal books will be on sale at this event. \nA collection will be made for future VCH publications. \nInformation correct at the time of writing. \nTickets: £6 \nAge Restrictions: None \nPlease contact the venue for any access requirements. \nTickets are also available through our Box Office on 01249 446699\, from the Neeld Box Office or at the Town Hall. \nTickets are non-refundable unless this event is cancelled or postponed.
URL:https://onechippenham.org.uk/event/chippenham-museum-our-history-day/
LOCATION:Chippenham Museum\, 9-10 Market Pl\, Chippenham\, SN15 3HF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Chippenham - Our History,Heritage,History
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260530
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260531
DTSTAMP:20260505T161030Z
CREATED:20260427T135951Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T161030Z
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SUMMARY:Our Chippenham History Day - A Journey from prehistory to the future
DESCRIPTION:Uncover the secrets of your town! Join us at the Town Hall for a special day of discovery\, brought to you as part of the ‘Chippenham – Our History’ project\, in partnership with the Chippenham Civic Society & the VCH Wiltshire. \nWhen: Saturday 30 May | 10:00 am – 4:30 pm\nWhere: Chippenham Town Hall\nEntry: £6 (Includes coffee \,tea and biscuits) \nFrom the ancient geology beneath our feet to the coaching inns\, canals\, and characters that shaped our streets\, hear from a panel of local experts in a series of fast-paced\, engaging presentations. \nThe Day’s Highlights: \n\nMorning (10:30–12:30): 6 talks covering Archaeology\, Manors\, and the Golden Age of Coaching.\nLunch (12:30–13:30): A chance to explore the town or chat with fellow history lovers.\nAfternoon (13:30–15:30): 6 talks featuring local Railways\, Architecture\, and the stories behind our Public Houses.\nGrand Finale (15:30): A full panel Q&A—your chance to ask the experts or share any knowledge you have of our town.\nSpeakers include: Mike Stone\, John Chandler\, Dr Tony Pratt\, Louise Ryland -Epton\, Jack Konynenburg\, John Holden and Melissa Barnett.\n\nThis event is part of the Chippenham – Our History project. Find out more about this project on this website here.
URL:https://onechippenham.org.uk/event/our-chippenham-history-day-a-journey-from-prehistory-to-the-future/
LOCATION:Chippenham Town Hall\, High Street\, Chippenham\, Afghanistan
CATEGORIES:Chippenham - Our History,Community,Heritage,History
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chippenham Museum":MAILTO:heritage@chippenham.gov.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260528T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260528T153000
DTSTAMP:20260505T160642Z
CREATED:20260505T152814Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T160642Z
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SUMMARY:May Half Term Free Creative Activities
DESCRIPTION:Join us this May Half Term for free creative activities inspired by Local History Month! \nOur creative activities can also be enjoyed in a quieter session before the museum opens\, for those who may find the busy nature of our drop-in sessions overwhelming and prefer a calm\, relaxed environment. These sessions run from 9am to 10am\, with last entry at 9.45am. \nFor more information or to book your Quiet Time session\, please contact Chippenham Museum. You can email us at heritage@chippenham.gov.uk or call us on 01249 705020. \nPlease note that the activities will be the same on both days. \n \nThis event is part of the Chippenham – Our History project. Find out more about this project on this website here.
URL:https://onechippenham.org.uk/event/may-half-term-free-creative-activities/2026-05-28/
LOCATION:Chippenham Museum\, 9-10 Market Pl\, Chippenham\, SN15 3HF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Chippenham - Our History,Crafts,Family,Family Friendly,Half-Term,History,School holiday
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chippenham Museum":MAILTO:heritage@chippenham.gov.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260526T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260526T153000
DTSTAMP:20260505T160641Z
CREATED:20260505T152814Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T160641Z
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SUMMARY:May Half Term Free Creative Activities
DESCRIPTION:Join us this May Half Term for free creative activities inspired by Local History Month! \nOur creative activities can also be enjoyed in a quieter session before the museum opens\, for those who may find the busy nature of our drop-in sessions overwhelming and prefer a calm\, relaxed environment. These sessions run from 9am to 10am\, with last entry at 9.45am. \nFor more information or to book your Quiet Time session\, please contact Chippenham Museum. You can email us at heritage@chippenham.gov.uk or call us on 01249 705020. \nPlease note that the activities will be the same on both days. \n \nThis event is part of the Chippenham – Our History project. Find out more about this project on this website here.
URL:https://onechippenham.org.uk/event/may-half-term-free-creative-activities/2026-05-26/
LOCATION:Chippenham Museum\, 9-10 Market Pl\, Chippenham\, SN15 3HF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Chippenham - Our History,Crafts,Family,Family Friendly,Half-Term,History,School holiday
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chippenham Museum":MAILTO:heritage@chippenham.gov.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260524T154500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260524T171500
DTSTAMP:20260421T101152Z
CREATED:20260418T095432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T101152Z
UID:60876-1779637500-1779642900@onechippenham.org.uk
SUMMARY:Harriet Willes' Ball
DESCRIPTION:Dearest Gentle Reader… You are cordially invited to Harriet Willes’ Ball.\nMiss Harriet Willes invites you to attend an afternoon of her favourite dances\, as documented in her own hand. \nEvent part of Chippenham Folk Festival\, in partnership with Wiltshire and Swindon History Centre.\nNo experience necessary. All dances taught on the day. \nDress up regency style\, as your favourite Jane Austen or Bridgerton character\, or come as you are. \nHarriet Willes was the sister of the vicar of the village of Christian Malford in the 1790s\, and collected tunes and dances in her musical scrapbooks\, now held in the Wiltshire and Swindon History Centre.\nShe probably knew Jane Austen. A project\, “Music.Heritage.Place.”\, unearthed her collection in 2024\, and this ball will have tunes and dances unplayed for more than 200 years. \nThis event is part of the Chippenham – Our History project.
URL:https://onechippenham.org.uk/event/harriet-willes-ball/
LOCATION:Neeld Community & Arts Centre\, The Neeld\, High Street\, Chippenham\, Wiltshire\, SN15 3ER\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Chippenham - Our History,Dance,Festival,Heritage,History
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chippenham Folk Festival":MAILTO:info@chippfolk.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260523T113000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260523T143000
DTSTAMP:20260519T094924Z
CREATED:20260519T094924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T094924Z
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SUMMARY:Celebrating Life around the Canal: A themed morning at Chippenham Folk Festival
DESCRIPTION:Celebrating the rich history and life around canals\, Chippenham Folk Festival presents a morning exploring canals. \nJoin Dave Maloney\, volunteer from the Wilts and Berks Canal Trust\, sharing wonderful stories of our local canal. This is a tale of history\, community\, and the long-term project to restore the local canal.\nStoryteller and narrowboat dweller Ian Douglas has salvaged a wealth of stories from the depths. \nMurder and mystery\, heroes and love\, devils and oatcakes are all wrapped up in this storytelling session on canal life. \nAfter a brief intermission the Towpath Singers share their canal-based shanties.
URL:https://onechippenham.org.uk/event/celebrating-life-around-the-canal-a-themed-morning-at-chippenham-folk-festival/
LOCATION:The Angel Hotel\, Market Place\, Chippenham\, SN15 3HD
CATEGORIES:Adults,Family Friendly,Festival,Heritage,History,Music,Singing,Storytelling,Talks & lectures,Teens
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chippenham Folk Festival":MAILTO:info@chippfolk.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260523T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260523T114500
DTSTAMP:20260518T195842Z
CREATED:20260518T195842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260518T195842Z
UID:62220-1779532200-1779536700@onechippenham.org.uk
SUMMARY:Talk: Wiltshire Women & Music: From the Archives to the Airwaves
DESCRIPTION:Wiltshire Women & Music: From the Archives to the Airwaves. Nancy Kerr and Lucy Whitfield in conversation. \nLucy Whitfield is a genealogist\, historian\, and author of the Extraordinary Ordinary Women of Wiltshire book series. Nancy Kerr is Co-Investigator on the AHRC project Music\, Heritage\, Place\, which is unlocking the musical collections within English County records.\nThey recently joined forces as part of the 10-part BBC Radio 3 series The Song Detectorists\, available on BBC Sounds and nominated for Best Documentary at the New York Radio Festival Awards. \nJoin these two researchers in conversation to hear how they have been bringing to life some of the songs & tunes\, cures\, recipes and other remnants of women’s lives found in our historical archives – with a special focus on Chippenham and Wiltshire.\nThis organic\, informal presentation aims to provoke thought\, invite your questions\, and perhaps even get you singing some local musical gems. \nNancy Kerr is one of England’s most celebrated contemporary folk artists and composers. Her songs are widely sung by other artists and choirs in the UK and abroad. She won BBC Radio 2 “Folk Singer of the Year “ in 2015. She has recorded and toured with James Fagan\, Eliza Carthy\, The Full English\, Simpson Cutting Kerr\, Tim van Eyken\, Sāwol\, Rob Harbron\, Melrose Quartet\, Luke Daniels\, The Magpie Arc and many other collaborations. She is highly regarded both as a fiddle player and a singer-songwriter\, but also has a deep love of traditional song. The daughter of songwriter Sandra Kerr and Northumbrian piper Ron Elliott\, Nancy also is a qualified music therapist and a folk academic\, former Professor at Leeds College of Music and currently Lecturer at the University of Newcastle. She’s co-investigator on the nationwide research project “Music\, Heritage\, Place” in partnership with Royal Holloway University\, uncovering hidden musical gems in the County Records archives.
URL:https://onechippenham.org.uk/event/talk-wiltshire-women-music-from-the-archives-to-the-airwaves/
LOCATION:Cause Arts Centre\, 42 The Causeway\, Chippenham\, Wiltshire\, SN15 3DD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Adults,Chippenham - Our History,Festival,Heritage,History,Music,Talks & lectures,Teens,Young adults
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chippenham Folk Festival":MAILTO:info@chippfolk.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260521T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260521T200000
DTSTAMP:20260421T134217Z
CREATED:20260421T134217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T134217Z
UID:60997-1779390000-1779393600@onechippenham.org.uk
SUMMARY:Town Walk
DESCRIPTION:Our free guided walks are back for 2026! \nJoin a member of the Chippenham Museum team on select Thursdays and Saturdays from May to September for a 40-minute journey through the town’s history\, from King Alfred and the Saxons to the present day. \nPerfect for residents\, visitors and groups! Meet at The Buttercross\, Market Place. Arrive 5 to 10 minutes before to allow for a prompt start. Spaces are limited so booking is essential via Eventbrite. \nSaturdays at 2pm: \n9 May\, 13 June\, 11 July\, 8 August\, 22 August & 12 September \nThursdays at 7pm: \n14 May\, 18 June\, 16 July\, 13 August & 17 September
URL:https://onechippenham.org.uk/event/town-walk/2026-05-21/
LOCATION:Chippenham Museum\, 9-10 Market Pl\, Chippenham\, SN15 3HF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Heritage,History,Museum,Walks
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chippenham Museum":MAILTO:heritage@chippenham.gov.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260516T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260516T170000
DTSTAMP:20260505T084602Z
CREATED:20260505T084454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T084602Z
UID:61569-1778922000-1778950800@onechippenham.org.uk
SUMMARY:Could you be a local history detective?
DESCRIPTION:Join local historian Lucy Whitfield at Chippenham library for a local history trail.\nHunt throughout the building\, and the shelves\, for clues to piece together the history of two local Chippenham characters. And be in the running for a special chocolate prize. \nHidden amongst the shelves in the library will be clues to these two special characters of Chippenham – Margaret Griffin and Ann Colborne – and your job is to find all the information and put together their stories. \nYou can follow the story of Ann or Margaret\, or even look at them both.\nAnd there’s two ways to look too – a simpler trail for families (under-14s)\, and a more in-depth trail for individuals (15-adults) which involves more research in the library – so suitable for anyone and everyone who’s interested in the history of our fabulous town. \nThere’ll be four chances of a chocolate prize – each drawn from the families and from the individual answers of both the Ann trail and the Margaret trail\, so lots to play for. \nCan YOU discover the trail and piece the clues together? \nCompletely free. No need to book. \n \nThis event is part of the Chippenham – Our History project. Find out more on this website here.
URL:https://onechippenham.org.uk/event/could-you-be-a-local-history-detective/
LOCATION:Chippenham Library
CATEGORIES:Adults,Chippenham - Our History,Community,Family,Family Friendly,Family Fun Day,Heritage,History,Indoor,Primary age children,Teens,Trail,Tweens,Young adults
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260514T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260514T200000
DTSTAMP:20260421T134216Z
CREATED:20260421T134216Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T134216Z
UID:60996-1778785200-1778788800@onechippenham.org.uk
SUMMARY:Town Walk
DESCRIPTION:Our free guided walks are back for 2026! \nJoin a member of the Chippenham Museum team on select Thursdays and Saturdays from May to September for a 40-minute journey through the town’s history\, from King Alfred and the Saxons to the present day. \nPerfect for residents\, visitors and groups! Meet at The Buttercross\, Market Place. Arrive 5 to 10 minutes before to allow for a prompt start. Spaces are limited so booking is essential via Eventbrite. \nSaturdays at 2pm: \n9 May\, 13 June\, 11 July\, 8 August\, 22 August & 12 September \nThursdays at 7pm: \n14 May\, 18 June\, 16 July\, 13 August & 17 September
URL:https://onechippenham.org.uk/event/town-walk/2026-05-14/
LOCATION:Chippenham Museum\, 9-10 Market Pl\, Chippenham\, SN15 3HF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Heritage,History,Museum,Walks
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://onechippenham.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Town-Walk.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Chippenham Museum":MAILTO:heritage@chippenham.gov.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260512T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260512T210000
DTSTAMP:20260505T091329Z
CREATED:20260505T091329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T091329Z
UID:61558-1778612400-1778619600@onechippenham.org.uk
SUMMARY:History Portal Club: Historical MURDER Club
DESCRIPTION:In 1903\, the body of an unidentified woman was found in the river near Back Avon Bridge.\nThe man with her was charged with her murder.\nWhat happened next\, and did justice prevail? \nTogether\, we’ll explore a true crime from Chippenham’s past\, assessing all the evidence collected at the time\, and bringing our modern perspective and knowledge to the case to assess if the right judgement was made. \nThis friendly and interactive club session will explore the case from all angles and all perspectives\, including hindsight information not available to the legal team at the time. We’ll work together to see if we can bring new light to this old and very sad case.
URL:https://onechippenham.org.uk/event/history-portal-club-historical-murder-club/
LOCATION:Wine Monkey\, 20 Borough Parade\, Chippenham\, SN15 3WL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Heritage,History,Meeting,Murder Mystery
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260510T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260510T163000
DTSTAMP:20260205T103348Z
CREATED:20260205T103348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T103348Z
UID:56150-1778407200-1778430600@onechippenham.org.uk
SUMMARY:Wartime Britain
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendar for the REME Museum’s annual re-enactment and living history event Wartime Britain on 9 – 10 May 2026! \nThis weekend always promises to be an amazing day out exploring the equipment\, military life and home front culture experienced by many during World War II. Every year the event gets bigger and better\, with more re-enactment groups and exciting performances. \nVisit this Victory-worthy 1940s event featuring: \n\n1940s costume and decoration\nRe-enactors and living history groups telling the stories of those who lived\, served and fought in WW2\nWW2-era vehicles from the museum’s Reserve Vehicle Collection\, private collectors and enthusiasts around the country\n‘Live’ demonstrations of WW2 equipment\, including firearms\, munitions and more (subject to groups attending and availability of equipment)\nWartime musical performances from Jayne Darling\n1940s dance performances and opportunities to join in with White Horse Swing\n\nRefreshments will be available to purchase from Crown’s Café\, which will only be open to visitors with a ticket to the event. \nFree parking will be available in the museum’s large car park\, visitors are asked to please reserve a parking space if you need one in advance. Blue Badge spaces are available on a first-come-first-served basis and you must have reserved a parking space online. If you can\, please consider travelling by alternative means.\nDogs are welcome on the museum grounds but are not allowed inside the building\, with the exception of assistance dogs. \nPlease be aware that during the Wartime Britain event\, there may be loud noises from ‘live’-firing of firearms which could scare dogs visiting. Check the schedule and event map on the day to make preparations for these times.
URL:https://onechippenham.org.uk/event/wartime-britain-2/2026-05-10/
LOCATION:REME Museum\, Calne Road\, MOD Lyneham\, Chippenham\, Wiltshire\, SN15 4XX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,History,Museum,Outdoor
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ORGANIZER;CN="REME Museum":MAILTO:enquiries@rememuseum.org.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260509T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260509T150000
DTSTAMP:20260421T134216Z
CREATED:20260421T134216Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T134216Z
UID:60989-1778335200-1778338800@onechippenham.org.uk
SUMMARY:Town Walk
DESCRIPTION:Our free guided walks are back for 2026! \nJoin a member of the Chippenham Museum team on select Thursdays and Saturdays from May to September for a 40-minute journey through the town’s history\, from King Alfred and the Saxons to the present day. \nPerfect for residents\, visitors and groups! Meet at The Buttercross\, Market Place. Arrive 5 to 10 minutes before to allow for a prompt start. Spaces are limited so booking is essential via Eventbrite. \nSaturdays at 2pm: \n9 May\, 13 June\, 11 July\, 8 August\, 22 August & 12 September \nThursdays at 7pm: \n14 May\, 18 June\, 16 July\, 13 August & 17 September
URL:https://onechippenham.org.uk/event/town-walk/2026-05-09/
LOCATION:Chippenham Museum\, 9-10 Market Pl\, Chippenham\, SN15 3HF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Heritage,History,Museum,Walks
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://onechippenham.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Town-Walk.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Chippenham Museum":MAILTO:heritage@chippenham.gov.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260509T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260509T133000
DTSTAMP:20260421T134413Z
CREATED:20260421T134413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T134413Z
UID:60977-1778322600-1778333400@onechippenham.org.uk
SUMMARY:Yelde Hall Summer Opening
DESCRIPTION:Want to discover more about Chippenham’s history? Visit the Yelde Hall on select dates from May to September\, where you can meet characters from the town’s past in the council chamber and pirates from 1709 in the lock-up! \nThe Yelde Hall is free to enter and will be open from 10.30am to 1.30pm. \nOpening dates: \nSaturday 9 May\nSaturday 11 July\nSaturday 8 August\nSaturday 22 August\nSaturday 12 September
URL:https://onechippenham.org.uk/event/yelde-hall-summer-opening/2026-05-09/
LOCATION:The Yelde Hall
CATEGORIES:Heritage,History,Museum
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://onechippenham.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Yelde.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Chippenham Museum":MAILTO:heritage@chippenham.gov.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260509T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260509T163000
DTSTAMP:20260205T103348Z
CREATED:20260205T103348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T103348Z
UID:56142-1778320800-1778344200@onechippenham.org.uk
SUMMARY:Wartime Britain
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendar for the REME Museum’s annual re-enactment and living history event Wartime Britain on 9 – 10 May 2026! \nThis weekend always promises to be an amazing day out exploring the equipment\, military life and home front culture experienced by many during World War II. Every year the event gets bigger and better\, with more re-enactment groups and exciting performances. \nVisit this Victory-worthy 1940s event featuring: \n\n1940s costume and decoration\nRe-enactors and living history groups telling the stories of those who lived\, served and fought in WW2\nWW2-era vehicles from the museum’s Reserve Vehicle Collection\, private collectors and enthusiasts around the country\n‘Live’ demonstrations of WW2 equipment\, including firearms\, munitions and more (subject to groups attending and availability of equipment)\nWartime musical performances from Jayne Darling\n1940s dance performances and opportunities to join in with White Horse Swing\n\nRefreshments will be available to purchase from Crown’s Café\, which will only be open to visitors with a ticket to the event. \nFree parking will be available in the museum’s large car park\, visitors are asked to please reserve a parking space if you need one in advance. Blue Badge spaces are available on a first-come-first-served basis and you must have reserved a parking space online. If you can\, please consider travelling by alternative means.\nDogs are welcome on the museum grounds but are not allowed inside the building\, with the exception of assistance dogs. \nPlease be aware that during the Wartime Britain event\, there may be loud noises from ‘live’-firing of firearms which could scare dogs visiting. Check the schedule and event map on the day to make preparations for these times.
URL:https://onechippenham.org.uk/event/wartime-britain-2/2026-05-09/
LOCATION:REME Museum\, Calne Road\, MOD Lyneham\, Chippenham\, Wiltshire\, SN15 4XX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,History,Museum,Outdoor
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ORGANIZER;CN="REME Museum":MAILTO:enquiries@rememuseum.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260502T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260502T120000
DTSTAMP:20260224T204800Z
CREATED:20260224T204305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T204800Z
UID:57398-1777719600-1777723200@onechippenham.org.uk
SUMMARY:Treasures from History
DESCRIPTION:Do you like crafts and getting creative? Are you interested in history? If yes\, then these are the sessions for you! \nThis 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. \nPlease email archives@wiltshire.gov.uk to book your place (15 spaces available). \n2026 programme: \n7th February – Daily life in the late 18th and early 19th century Wiltshire villages\n7th March – Recipes from the Archives\n28th March – Wiltshire Lace\n25th April – Quilting and Patchwork in Wiltshire\n6th June – Wiltshire Bread and Beer\n4th July – Wiltshire Glove Making\n1st August – Wiltshire Basket Weavers/Makers\n5th September – Wiltshire Folklore\n3rd October – Lacock Dyes/Dyers of Wiltshire\n7th November – Historical Marginalia\n5th December – Christmas in Wiltshire \nPlease note that sessions are subject to change\, however participants will have ample warning should this be the case.
URL:https://onechippenham.org.uk/event/treasures-from-history/2026-05-02/
LOCATION:Wiltshire & Swindon History Centre\, Wiltshire & Swindon History Centre Cocklebury Rd\, Chippenham\, SN15 3QN
CATEGORIES:Adults,Heritage,History
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260501T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260501T153000
DTSTAMP:20260414T195400Z
CREATED:20260414T195400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T195400Z
UID:60705-1777644000-1777649400@onechippenham.org.uk
SUMMARY:Heritage Cafe: F.W. Jones - The Funerals of Chippenham's History
DESCRIPTION:This month a representative from F.W. Jones will give a talk on The Funerals of Chippenham’s History. Frederick William Jones began the business as both a funeral director and cabinetmaker in 1930. Since then\, the business has progressed through two successive Jones generations\, serving the community of Chippenham throughout those years. The F.W. Jones team of today will present how the business evolved from 1930 to now\, highlighting some very important and unique funerals along the way. We hope you can join us in the museum’s Education Room. \nNon-members who attend are invited to donate £2 to Friends of Chippenham Museum; annual membership is £5 per person\, renewed each July. If you are interested in joining\, please visit the website to download a membership form or pop into the museum on your next visit. \nFriends of Chippenham Museum supports the museum by fundraising\, promoting activities and organising an enjoyable social programme for members. Being a Friend gives you the opportunity to receive newsletters with special interest articles and news from the Museum\, attend monthly coffee afternoons called Heritage Café for socialising and special interest talks\, and take part in special activities such as local trips\, parties\, events\, etc. \nThe Friends of the Museum group was launched in June 2012 with the help of a small\, dedicated band of volunteers\, celebrating with a special event in the town’s Yelde Hall\, the home of the original museum. \nOur main aim at the time was to build a bridge between the museum and the public\, increasing local engagement and making the institution more approachable. \nToday\, that relationship has worked exceptionally well. Our Friends act as vital ambassadors\, providing specialized local knowledge and expertise. This small\, enthusiastic group of supporters has grown to nearly 100 members.
URL:https://onechippenham.org.uk/event/heritage-cafe-f-w-jones-the-funerals-of-chippenhams-history/
LOCATION:Chippenham Museum\, 9-10 Market Pl\, Chippenham\, SN15 3HF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Heritage,History,Museum,Talks & lectures
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chippenham Museum":MAILTO:heritage@chippenham.gov.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260404T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260404T120000
DTSTAMP:20260224T204759Z
CREATED:20260224T204305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T204759Z
UID:57397-1775300400-1775304000@onechippenham.org.uk
SUMMARY:Treasures from History
DESCRIPTION:Do you like crafts and getting creative? Are you interested in history? If yes\, then these are the sessions for you! \nThis 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. \nPlease email archives@wiltshire.gov.uk to book your place (15 spaces available). \n2026 programme: \n7th February – Daily life in the late 18th and early 19th century Wiltshire villages\n7th March – Recipes from the Archives\n28th March – Wiltshire Lace\n25th April – Quilting and Patchwork in Wiltshire\n6th June – Wiltshire Bread and Beer\n4th July – Wiltshire Glove Making\n1st August – Wiltshire Basket Weavers/Makers\n5th September – Wiltshire Folklore\n3rd October – Lacock Dyes/Dyers of Wiltshire\n7th November – Historical Marginalia\n5th December – Christmas in Wiltshire \nPlease note that sessions are subject to change\, however participants will have ample warning should this be the case.
URL:https://onechippenham.org.uk/event/treasures-from-history/2026-04-04/
LOCATION:Wiltshire & Swindon History Centre\, Wiltshire & Swindon History Centre Cocklebury Rd\, Chippenham\, SN15 3QN
CATEGORIES:Adults,Heritage,History
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://onechippenham.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Scone-recipe-sampled-scaled.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260401T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260401T203000
DTSTAMP:20260224T211030Z
CREATED:20260224T211030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T211030Z
UID:57510-1775071800-1775075400@onechippenham.org.uk
SUMMARY:Amy Jeffs in Conversation: Stories\, Saints and Songs
DESCRIPTION:We chat to bestselling author Amy Jeffs as she takes us on a journey encompassing the mythology of Britain (including tales of Stonehenge and Bath)\, early modern folk ballads with their themes of witchcraft and the fey\, and a smattering of medieval saints’ legends! How do stories\, saints and songs provide a window into the past? \nTickets £10 \nEmail archives@wiltshire.gov.uk to book \nThe Corsham Bookshop will be joining us to sell copies of Amy’s books and there will be the chance to get them signed after the event!
URL:https://onechippenham.org.uk/event/amy-jeffs-in-conversation-stories-saints-and-songs/
LOCATION:Wiltshire and Swindon History Centre\, Cocklebury Road\, Chippenham\, SN15 3QN
CATEGORIES:Heritage,History
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ORGANIZER;CN="Wiltshire & Swindon History Centre":MAILTO:heritageadmin@wiltshire.gov.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260331T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260331T210000
DTSTAMP:20260326T125331Z
CREATED:20260326T125331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T125331Z
UID:59767-1774983600-1774990800@onechippenham.org.uk
SUMMARY:History Portal Club: Women on the Edge
DESCRIPTION:Together\, we’ll explore the town’s women who weren’t exactly respectable in the eyes of society – witches\, criminals\, herbalists\, prostitutes\, and those who didn’t conform to what a well-behaved person should have done. \nWho were some of Chippenham’s disreputable characters?\nWhere was the first executed witch in England based?\nWhat did the herbalist do to kill her patient? \nThis friendly and interactive club session will explore the history of the town’s women through the stories of those who didn’t conform\, or were caught up in events beyond their control to be branded “bad” by society at large\, and how they fit into a larger national picture.
URL:https://onechippenham.org.uk/event/history-portal-club-women-on-the-edge/
LOCATION:Wine Monkey\, 20 Borough Parade\, Chippenham\, SN15 3WL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Heritage,History,Talks & lectures
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260327T163000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260327T183000
DTSTAMP:20260121T092358Z
CREATED:20260121T092358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T092358Z
UID:55393-1774629000-1774636200@onechippenham.org.uk
SUMMARY:Free Family & Social History drop-in sessions
DESCRIPTION:A new set of dates for completely free family & social history drop-in sessions. \nI offer anyone the chance to drop in for a chat about anything ancestry or family tree related – I’m a professional genealogist with years of experience. I can suggest where to start\, or new places to look\, and give fresh eyes to research brick walls. \nNo charge\, no need to book\, just pop in. \n 
URL:https://onechippenham.org.uk/event/free-family-social-history-drop-in-sessions-2/2026-03-27/
LOCATION:Chippenham Library
CATEGORIES:Adults,Family,History
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://onechippenham.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/IMG_3886.jpeg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260313T163000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260313T183000
DTSTAMP:20260121T092358Z
CREATED:20260121T092358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T092358Z
UID:55392-1773419400-1773426600@onechippenham.org.uk
SUMMARY:Free Family & Social History drop-in sessions
DESCRIPTION:A new set of dates for completely free family & social history drop-in sessions. \nI offer anyone the chance to drop in for a chat about anything ancestry or family tree related – I’m a professional genealogist with years of experience. I can suggest where to start\, or new places to look\, and give fresh eyes to research brick walls. \nNo charge\, no need to book\, just pop in. \n 
URL:https://onechippenham.org.uk/event/free-family-social-history-drop-in-sessions-2/2026-03-13/
LOCATION:Chippenham Library
CATEGORIES:Adults,Family,History
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://onechippenham.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/IMG_3886.jpeg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260307T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260307T120000
DTSTAMP:20260224T204759Z
CREATED:20260224T204305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T204759Z
UID:57390-1772881200-1772884800@onechippenham.org.uk
SUMMARY:Treasures from History
DESCRIPTION:Do you like crafts and getting creative? Are you interested in history? If yes\, then these are the sessions for you! \nThis 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. \nPlease email archives@wiltshire.gov.uk to book your place (15 spaces available). \n2026 programme: \n7th February – Daily life in the late 18th and early 19th century Wiltshire villages\n7th March – Recipes from the Archives\n28th March – Wiltshire Lace\n25th April – Quilting and Patchwork in Wiltshire\n6th June – Wiltshire Bread and Beer\n4th July – Wiltshire Glove Making\n1st August – Wiltshire Basket Weavers/Makers\n5th September – Wiltshire Folklore\n3rd October – Lacock Dyes/Dyers of Wiltshire\n7th November – Historical Marginalia\n5th December – Christmas in Wiltshire \nPlease note that sessions are subject to change\, however participants will have ample warning should this be the case.
URL:https://onechippenham.org.uk/event/treasures-from-history/2026-03-07/
LOCATION:Wiltshire & Swindon History Centre\, Wiltshire & Swindon History Centre Cocklebury Rd\, Chippenham\, SN15 3QN
CATEGORIES:Adults,Heritage,History
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://onechippenham.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Scone-recipe-sampled-scaled.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260306T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260306T153000
DTSTAMP:20260223T100401Z
CREATED:20260223T100401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T100401Z
UID:56912-1772805600-1772811000@onechippenham.org.uk
SUMMARY:Heritage Café - Friends of Chippenham Museum
DESCRIPTION:This month\, Paul Stanford is returning for a third talk which encompasses his passion as fourth generation railwayman with local knowledge of a bygone era. A Train Journey Chippenham to Swindon on Sea will be a journey in archive railway photographs from Chippenham to Weymouth by train through charming Wiltshire\, Somerset\, and Dorset through to Weymouth. With his gentle and charismatic way of speaking\, we look forward to welcoming Paul who always attracts a good audience. Paul and his wife\, Fiona\, are founders of Head-Shunt\, a charity dedicated to helping members of the UK railway family uphold good mental health\, and as author to three books\, money raised from sales of his publications go towards their charity. \nNon-Members welcome\, but an annual membership to become a Friend of Chippenham Museum is £5 per person\, renewed each July. If you are interested in joining\, please visit the website to download a membership form or pop into the museum on your next visit.
URL:https://onechippenham.org.uk/event/heritage-cafe-friends-of-chippenham-museum/
LOCATION:Chippenham Museum\, 9-10 Market Pl\, Chippenham\, SN15 3HF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Community,History,Talks & lectures
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chippenham Museum":MAILTO:heritage@chippenham.gov.uk
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