2020 marked 150 years since the Rev. Francis Kilvert first began his diaries, now enjoyed across the globe for their enchanting accounts of rural life in Victorian Britain. Born in […]
Our Try Climbing fun day is a perfect opportunity to have a go at rock climbing, play games, find out about climbing and meet the team behind Chippenham’s new activity […]
Join us for a day of all things Victorian. From croquet to lacemaking and how to dance a quadrille discover the genteel pastimes of Kilvert’s World. Enjoy a day of […]
In this one hour workshop create your own simple mini scrap book inspired by our latest exhibition. Use words, photos and your own drawings to explore this popular Victorian pastime. […]
join with our wonderful community for an exciting, varied, inspired and creative Bank Holiday Weekend. Show appreciation for all those who helped us all through the pandemic. We're all looking […]
Join writer, facilitator, and performer Ruth Hill for a series of six creative writing sessions inspired by the museum’s exhibition Kilvert’s World. The exhibition focusses on local Victorian diarist Rev. […]
This course will encourage experimentation using many different processes to produce quick studies, culminating in a day long portrait painting session. A luxurious way to spend 2 summer days with […]
Take a walk in Monkton Park with a bit of a difference. Join local artist Kirsty Jones with Chippenham Museum to explore the park’s riverside paths, open spaces and architectural […]
We're a fun Community Choir who meet on Tuesday's, 7.30pm, at Sheldon Road Methodist Church, Chippenham. First two sessions FREE, £3 per session once joined. Auditions, music reading, & experience […]
From 10 to 19 September, the free trail ‘Kilvert’s Langley Burrell’ encourages you to explore this scenic village on the outskirts of Chippenham through the eyes of Victorian diarist Rev. […]
North-West Wiltshire’s Peacock Arts Trail flies again, from 11-19 September, and over 70 fabulous artists and craftspeople from Corsham, Chippenham and Melksham are taking part. The free-to-visit event will see […]
An exhibition of new works at The Yelde, showcasing ten of Chippenham's brilliant local artists. Part of the 10 day Peacock Arts Exhibition, celebrating and showcasing the breadth of skill […]
