Little Voices - Drama & Singing
2025-03-18 16:00 - 19:00, 2025-03-25 16:00 - 19:00, 2025-04-01 16:00 - 19:00 (Europe/London) | Pewsham Community Centre, Lodge Road, Chippenham, SN5 3SY
We’re SO excited to be welcoming lots of new pupils, tutors, and schools to Little Voices this year – 2025 is going to be BIGGER and better than ever!
We have recently launched at Pewsham Community Centre on Tuesdays, term time and have a selection of lessons available for ages 4-18yrs (school age)
We would love to welcome you along to join us for a free trial lesson, and for us to be a big part of Pewsham community – helping children find their voices, learn new skills and make new friends, having fun along the way.
Holiday workshops may be in the offing too if weekly lessons don’t suit your current timetables.

Quiet Time: Easter Holidays, Exhibition Inspired
2025-04-08 09:00 - 10:00, 2025-04-10 09:00 - 10:00 | Chippenham Museum, 9-10 Market Pl, Chippenham, SN15 3HF, United Kingdom
Be inspired by the sculptures of Katherine Gili from our latest exhibition. Explore her work, then transform cardboard into your own exciting sculptural creation.
These free Quiet Time sessions are available from 9am-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 8 April and Thursday 10 April will be the same.

Easter Holidays, Exhibition Inspired
2025-04-08 10:30 - 15:30, 2025-04-10 10:30 - 15:30 | Chippenham Museum, 9-10 Market Pl, Chippenham, SN15 3HF, United Kingdom
Be inspired by the sculptures of Katherine Gili from our latest exhibition. Explore her work, then transform cardboard into your own exciting sculptural creation.
Please note, activities on Tuesday 8 April and Thursday 10 April will be the same.

Quiet Time: Easter Holidays, Fashion Inspired
2025-04-15 09:00 - 10:00, 2025-04-17 09:00 - 10:00 | Chippenham Museum, 9-10 Market Pl, Chippenham, SN15 3HF, United Kingdom
Celebrate our “Year of Fashion” by creating and accessorising your own fancy hat. Plus, discover our plans for the year, how to get involved, and share your thoughts on what clothing means to you.
These free Quiet Time sessions are available from 9am-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 15 April & Thursday 17 April will be the same.

Easter Holidays, Fashion Inspired
2025-04-15 10:30 - 15:30, 2025-04-17 10:30 - 15:30 | Chippenham Museum, 9-10 Market Pl, Chippenham, SN15 3HF, United Kingdom
Celebrate our “Year of Fashion” by creating and accessorising your own fancy hat. Plus, discover our plans for the year, how to get involved, and share your thoughts on what clothing means to you.
Please note, activities on Tuesday 15 April & Thursday 17 April will be the same.

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.

Rocket Powered Workshops
2025-08-05 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-08-19 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-08-26 10:00 - 16:00 | REME Museum, Calne Road, MOD Lyneham, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 4XX, United Kingdom
If you like a challenge, you’ll love our STEM Workshops designed to get young people using the principles of engineering while having fun!
Design and launch your own bottle rocket or air powered car, using the same principles of engineering in rocket science!
Check our website for other workshop/activities during the Summer Holidays.
STEM workshops included in museum entry fee, simply drop-in to these sessions.

Yelde Hall Morning Openings
2025-08-16 10:30 - 2025-09-20 13:30 | The Yelde Hall
Chippenham’s medieval Grade I listed Yelde Hall has recently undergone major repairs by traditional building conservation experts. The work included timber repairs, restored plasterwork, limework, and the installation of a new pentice board, which will help preserve the building’s frontage.
This beautiful and iconic building can now be enjoyed once again in all its glory during our summer morning openings. Visit the historic Yelde Hall on select dates in August and September, where you can meet characters from the town’s past in the council chamber and pirates from 1709 in the lock-up!
👉 Yelde Hall Morning Openings
📅 August & September
⏲️ 10.30am – 1.30pm
🎟️ Free entry
Follow the link to view the full list of opening dates.

Summer Holidays: Autism Friendly Quiet Time
2025-08-19 09:00 - 10:00, 2025-08-21 09:00 - 10:00 | Chippenham Museum, 9-10 Market Pl, Chippenham, SN15 3HF, United Kingdom
Experience our fashion-themed drop-in activities in a quieter way before the museum opens to the public. Sessions run from 9am-10am (last entry 9.45am) and are limited to four accompanied children.
Ideal for those who would find the busy nature of our drop-in sessions uncomfortable, these sessions offer a relaxed environment. Please book a space for each accompanied child attending.
Please note, activities on Tuesday and Thursday will be the same each week.
Week 4: Function to Fashion
Join us to explore how status can be expressed in our clothing and have a go at making your own epaulettes.

Summer Holidays: Creative Activities
2025-08-19 10:30 - 15:30, 2025-08-21 10:30 - 15:30 | Chippenham Museum, 9-10 Market Pl, Chippenham, SN15 3HF, United Kingdom
Get creative in style! Join us every Tuesday and Thursday during the summer holidays for free ‘fashionable’ activities inspired by our summer exhibition Threads: Clothing, Memory and Identity.
Activities are suitable for all ages. Under 10s must be accompanied by an adult. Please note, activities on Tuesdays and Thursdays will be the same each week.
Week 4: Function to Fashion
Join us to explore how status can be expressed in our clothing and have a go at making your own epaulettes.

Waste-Not-Wednesday
2025-08-20 10:30 - 20:00 | Chippenham Museum, 9-10 Market Pl, Chippenham, SN15 3HF, United Kingdom
Join us on Wednesday 20 August at Chippenham Museum for Waste-Not-Wednesday, a day of free workshops and activities dedicated to slowing down fashion as part of our ‘Threads’ summer of fun!
👕 T-Shirt Bag Activity
📅 Wednesday 20 August
🕥 10.30am – 12.30pm
🎟️ Free, drop-in
Take part in a simple no-sew activity where you’ll learn a fun way to give an old T-shirt a new life. We’ll have some materials for use on the day, but to make the most of the activity bring along your own pre-loved t-shirt from home. Suitable for ages 4+, under 10s must be accompanied by an adult.
🪡 Visible Mending Workshop
📅 Wednesday 20 August
🕥 1.30pm – 3.30pm
🎟️ Free, booking essential: bit.ly/VisibleMendingWorkshop
Learn how to repair your clothes with a professional seamstress. You’ll be taught basic hand stitches, how to sew a patch, and ways to creatively embellish old clothing to give it a new lease of life. All materials and equipment will be provided. Suitable for ages 13–17.
🧵 Sewing Machine Workshop
📅 Wednesday 20 August
🕥 6pm – 8pm
🎟️ Free, booking essential: bit.ly/SewingMachineWorkshop
Got a sewing machine and want to start making or repairing clothes but not sure where to begin? Join our beginner-friendly workshop with a professional seamstress to learn how to use your machine, troubleshoot common issues, and build confidence. You’ll practice basic techniques while making a drawstring bag to take home. Please bring your own sewing machine, a few bobbins, and any sewing kit you have. Fabric will be provided. Suitable for ages 18+.
Book your tickets here 👉 bit.ly/ChippenhamMuseumEvents
For sold out events, email 📧 heritage@chippenham.gov.uk or call 📞 01249 705020 to join a waiting list.

Chippenham Museum: Bank Holiday Monday
2025-08-25 10:00 - 16:00 | Chippenham Museum, 9-10 Market Pl, Chippenham, SN15 3HF, United Kingdom
We’re open as usual on Bank Holiday Monday. Make the most of the long weekend with a visit to Chippenham Museum and explore our latest exhibition, ‘Threads: Clothing, Memory and Identity’. Plan your visit today!
📍 Chippenham Museum
📅 Monday 25 August
⏲️ 10am – 4pm
🎟️ Free entry
Plus, enjoy a special Bank Holiday opening of the historic Yelde Hall. Meet characters from Chippenham’s past in the council chamber and watch out for pirates from 1709 in the lock-up!
📍 Yelde Hall
📅 Monday 25 August
⏲️ 10.30am – 1.30pm
🎟️ Free entry

Summer Holidays: Autism Friendly Quiet Time
2025-08-26 09:00 - 10:00, 2025-08-28 09:00 - 10:00 | Chippenham Museum, 9-10 Market Pl, Chippenham, SN15 3HF, United Kingdom
Experience our fashion-themed drop-in activities in a quieter way before the museum opens to the public. Sessions run from 9am-10am (last entry 9.45am) and are limited to four accompanied children.
Ideal for those who would find the busy nature of our drop-in sessions uncomfortable, these sessions offer a relaxed environment. Please book a space for each accompanied child attending.
Please note, activities on Tuesday and Thursday will be the same each week.
Week 5: Finishing Touches
Explore a range of accessories and make your own plaited belt and paper buckle to finish off your look.

Summer Holidays: Creative Activities
2025-08-26 10:00 - 15:30, 2025-08-28 10:00 - 15:30 | Chippenham Museum, 9-10 Market Pl, Chippenham, SN15 3HF, United Kingdom
Get creative in style! Join us every Tuesday and Thursday during the summer holidays for free ‘fashionable’ activities inspired by our summer exhibition Threads: Clothing, Memory and Identity.
Activities are suitable for all ages. Under 10s must be accompanied by an adult. Please note, activities on Tuesdays and Thursdays will be the same each week.
Week 5: Finishing Touches
Explore a range of accessories and make your own plaited belt and paper buckle to finish off your look.

LEGO® Engineering Workshops
2025-08-27 10:00 | REME Museum, Calne Road, MOD Lyneham, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 4XX, United Kingdom
If you like a challenge, you’ll love our STEM Workshops designed to get young people using the principles of engineering while having fun!
Unleash your inner engineer and build a vehicle from genuine LEGO® parts 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.
STEM workshops included in museum entry fee. LEGO® Engineering Workshops must be booked in advance online – simply book your admission tickets on a workshop date, then add a workshop ticket onto your booking.

October Half Term, Quiet Time Sessions
2025-10-28 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.
