Wednesday 14 February to Saturday 17 February 10.30am – 3.30pm Free, in the Yelde Hall Visit the historic Yelde Hall for a display of work by this talented group of Young Photographers. Find out more about the museums after school club including their current project ‘More time to play’ celebrating play and sporting activities. On […]
Thursday 15 February 10.30am – 3.30pm Free, drop-in Join the Wilts & Berks Canal Trust and Chippenham Museum for our annual celebration of the Chippenham Arm of the Wilts & Berks Canal. Find out about the history of the canal and join in with free family friendly activities. Canal Day is a great opportunity to […]
Explore objects in the galleries through the words of the Chippenham Museum Creative Writing Group as they celebrate the end of their latest project ‘Write around the Museum’. Over the past six month the group, led by local writer and theatre-maker Ruth Hill, have been writing, right around the museum! Visit the galleries and hear […]
30 March – 11 May Step into Spring with the Diamond anniversary celebrations of Sindy, curated by local collectors Karen Colley and Bonita Turner. Opening Times: Monday - Saturday 10am - 4pm
Join us at the REME Museum for our annual re-enactment and living history event "Wartime Britain" over the weekend of 11 - 12 May 2024! Come along for an amazing weekend exploring the equipment, military life and home front culture experienced by many during World War II. Featuring: WW2-era vehicles from the Museum’s Reserve Collection […]
Saturdays and Thursdays Free, booking essential via Eventbrite Join a member of the Chippenham Museum team for a free guided walk introducing the town’s history, from King Alfred and the Saxons to the present day. This 40 minute exploration of the town is perfect for both residents and visitors, families welcome. Our walks are free […]
Saturdays and Thursdays Free, booking essential via Eventbrite Join a member of the Chippenham Museum team for a free guided walk introducing the town’s history, from King Alfred and the Saxons to the present day. This 40 minute exploration of the town is perfect for both residents and visitors, families welcome. Our walks are free […]
Saturdays and Thursdays Free, booking essential via Eventbrite Join a member of the Chippenham Museum team for a free guided walk introducing the town’s history, from King Alfred and the Saxons to the present day. This 40 minute exploration of the town is perfect for both residents and visitors, families welcome. Our walks are free […]
Saturdays and Thursdays Free, booking essential via Eventbrite Join a member of the Chippenham Museum team for a free guided walk introducing the town’s history, from King Alfred and the Saxons to the present day. This 40 minute exploration of the town is perfect for both residents and visitors, families welcome. Our walks are free […]
In celebration of Armed Forces Day, we're hosting our first ever REME Museum Extravaganza! This fun-filled open day will take place throughout the entire Museum grounds, including the galleries and garden spaces! This event combines the best parts of our previous Armed Forces Day events with a traditional Summer Fete, so expect an exciting day […]
Saturdays and Thursdays Free, booking essential via Eventbrite Join a member of the Chippenham Museum team for a free guided walk introducing the town’s history, from King Alfred and the Saxons to the present day. This 40 minute exploration of the town is perfect for both residents and visitors, families welcome. Our walks are free […]
Saturday 20 July 10.30am – 3.30pm Free, suitable for all ages Join us as we explore all things Medieval as part of the 550th anniversary celebration of Maud Heath and her Causeway. With the help of some inspiring re-enactors, we will be recreating a Medieval market in the town’s Market Place. Discover what life was […]
