An exhibition celebrating the heritage of Chippenham Station, 180 years on from the station's opening in 1841. Enjoy a journey through the station’s history from Victorian times to the present day. Taking place in the medieval timber framed Yelde Hall, the exhibition is also a good opportunity to step inside one of Chippenham’s most historic […]
General Knowledge Quiz in aid of the restoration of the Wilts & Berks Canal. Friday 22nd October 7:00 pm for 7:30pm start Entry £15 per team (up to 4) Tea, Coffee, Cake available. Licensed Bar. To enter email Quiz@wbct.org.uk (preferably by 1st October but late entrants will be accepted if space available)
A special concert featuring the Patron of Chippenham Folk Festival - John Kirkpatrick. John has been patron of the Chippenham Folk Festival since 2019 and is a distinguished folk musician and morris dancer. Apart from being a brilliant Musician and a great teacher he is a thoroughly nice bloke. John has contributed music, song, and […]
This half term join Chippenham Museum’s Photoclub for some free photo fun. Exhibition ‘Our Photo Journey’ The club’s autumn photographic exhibition and first display together as a group. Museum Trail Take part in the club’s photographic challenge to see if you can find their favorite objects around the museum. Free Photography Workshops Wednesday 27 October, […]
A high quality dance workshop by Colin Hume, one of the leading dance callers in the country, with glorious music provided by Boldwood.
Jess and Richard Arrowsmith together with John Kirkpatrick will share children's songs and nursery rhymes. Plenty of joining in, actions and animal noises for all! Suitable for babies, toddlers, and big kids of all ages (even grown up ones). Children free with an accompanying adult.
Jenny Norris from BalFolk Bristol will introduce you to (or remind you of) the basics of some of the most common Bal folk dances so you're ready to throw yourself into the Bal. With beautiful music from Confluence Duo, Jos Style (also from BalFolkBristol) will be teaching the workshop with Jenny.
Come join the Playford Ball. Colin Hume, one of the leading dance callers in the country will lead the evening with music provided by the glorious Boldwood.
Join us for an evening concert featuring Belinda Kempster and Fran Foote, along with Melrose Quartet. Belinda Kempster and Fran Foote As mother and daughter, Fran and Belinda have sung together privately for years, but it’s only now we all have a chance to hear the duo bring timeless renditions, without frills or fuss, to […]
An evening of Ceilidh dancing.
Fun for all ages with all donations going to a local charity. ur popular refreshment stall will be open on the day to keep you fuelled between 10am and 4pm. Double up your day with a spot of trick or treating on the way round!
In his first solo exhibition, local artist Sam Heath depicts the everyday life of his local pub and its community. This exhibition is Chippenham Museum’s annual season dedicated to local art and artists – @ARTSPACE at Chippenham Museum. Visit between 10am to 4pm Monday to Saturday from 4th to the 30th November.
