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Margaret's Search and Rescue - Community Song Writing Workshop
2025-05-24 14:30 - 16:30 (Europe/London) | 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.

Doorstep Sports Club
2025-06-06 16:30 - 18:00, 2025-06-13 16:30 - 18:00, 2025-06-20 16:30 - 18:00, 2025-06-27 16:30 - 18:00, 2025-07-04 16:30 - 18:00, 2025-07-11 16:30 - 18:00, 2025-07-18 16:30 - 18:00 | Ladyfield Evangelical Church, Hungerdown Lane, Chippenham, SN14 0BA
Are you looking for a fun, active way to spend Friday afternoons? Our Doorstep Sports Club brings exciting sports and activities to Chippenham – completely free of charge!
What is Doorstep Sports Club?
Doorstep Sports Club offers weekly sessions packed with games, sports, and activities designed to get young people moving, laughing, and making new friends. These free sessions take place right in your community, making it easy for children to participate regardless of their background or experience level.
The Details
When: Every Friday, 4:30-6:00 PM (during term time)
Where: Lady Evangelical Church, Hungerdown Lane, Chippenham, SN14 0BA
Who: Young people aged 8-16
Cost: Completely FREE!
Why Join?
Our sessions are led by professional coaches from the Bath Rugby Foundation who bring their expertise and enthusiasm to create a positive, engaging environment. Every week features different activities designed to:

Build confidence and social skills
Develop teamwork and communication
Improve physical fitness and coordination
Create a sense of community and belonging
Most importantly—have FUN!

Beyond Participation
For teens aged 16 and over, we offer exciting leadership opportunities! As a young leader, you can:

Support younger participants
Gain valuable experience for your CV
Access specialised training and mentorship
Develop confidence and leadership skills

Our Mission
At Doorstep Sports Club, we believe every young person deserves access to quality sports and activities. By bringing these opportunities directly to your community, we remove barriers like transportation and cost that might otherwise prevent participation.
Our partnerships with local organisations, charities, schools, and sports clubs help us create safe, consistent spaces where young people can thrive, build confidence, and develop healthy habits that last a lifetime.
For more information, contact our Sports Development team via email.

Basketball Club
2025-06-25 18:00, 2025-07-02 18:00, 2025-07-09 18:00, 2025-07-16 18:00, 2025-07-23 18:00 | Sheldon School, Hardenhuish Lane, SN14 6HJ
Aged 8 to 16? Come join the Chippenham Cheetahs!
Email: chippenhambasketball@gmail.com
Visit us on Facebook.

Youth Club
2025-09-24 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-01-14 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-01-21 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-01-28 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-02-04 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-02-11 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-02-25 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-03-04 19:00 - 20:00 | St Paul’s Church Hall, Malmesbury Road, Chippenham, SN15 1PS
We’re starting a FREE youth club for relaxing, playing games and having fun with people your own age (12+).
Thanks to the National Lottery and Department of Culture Media and Sport – part of our Tell Your Story project with Knapsack Productions – we’ve heard that this is what you want and we’re bringing it to you.
We’ll play some games, run around or sit and chat – it’s up to you how you spend the time, as long as you’re having a nice time.
Join us – all we need is an emergency contact number, a few details and you can join some of our artists and actors from the Teen session 5.30 – 7pm.

Junior Dodgeball
2026-01-22 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-01-29 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-02-05 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-02-12 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-02-19 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-02-26 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-03-05 19:00 - 20:00 | Chippenham Sports Dome
Chippenham Chargers are a community club hosting sessions for U11s, U15s, men & women. Come and join us, new members welcome!
Register via email to: chippenhamchargers@gmail.com

Take the Stage 2026, Heat 1
2026-02-13 19:30 - 22:00 | The Neeld
Riverbank Studios presents Take The Stage
Take The Stage is back for 2026! Starting in February, the competition will see 9 young music acts compete across three heats for a place in the final, with the chance to play for some great prizes.
Keep an eye on Riverbank Studios | Take The Stage for further information.
Under 15s must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
Photos and video for use by Chippenham Town Council and Riverbank Studios will be taken at this event.
Tickets: £6
Age Restrictions: Under 15s must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
Please contact the venue for any access requirements.
Tickets are also available through our Box Office on 01249 446699, from the Neeld Box Office or at the Town Hall.
Tickets are non-refundable unless this event is cancelled or postponed.

Take the Stage 2026, Heat 2
2026-03-06 19:30 - 22:00 | The Neeld
