One Chippenham

Chippenham Film Club February feature
2025-02-10 19:30 - 22:00 (Europe/London) | The Reel Cinema, 91 Marshfield Rd, Chippenham, SN15 1JR, United Kingdom
Rona, fresh out of rehab, returns to the Orkney Islands; a place both wild and beautiful right off the Scottish coast. After more than a decade of living life on the edge in London, where she both found and lost love, Rona – now 30 – attempts to come to terms with her troubled past. As she reconnects with the dramatic landscape where she grew up, memories of her traumatic childhood merge with more recent challenging events that have set her on the path to recovery.

Beginners Art workshops
2025-02-11 09:30 - 23:30 | The Cause Music and Arts Centre, 42 The Causeway, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3DD, United Kingdom
Uniquely designed and delivered 6 x 6 week courses for beginners.
Taught by local artist and designer Charlie who has over 25 years experience teaching art.
Tuesdays at 9.30am – 11.30am
Term 1 – Still life (drawing) – Sept 17th – October 22nd
Term 2 – Objects in interiors (drawing, painting) – November 5th – December 10th
Term 3 – Portrait (painting)- January 7th – Feb 11th
Term 4 – Interiors (drawing)- Feb 26th – April 2nd
Term 5 – Landscape (painting) – April 23rd – June 4th
Term 6 – Still life revisited (collage, mixed media) – June 11th – July 16th
In both beginners and improvers, the sessions we will follow the classic method for learning to draw and paint. It is easy to learn to draw by copying the example of a tutor leading the group, but this tends to produce a ‘house style’ where everyone ends up drawing in the same way. Your drawing style is as unique to you as your handwriting (if school hasn’t obliterated it) – here you will learn to enhance your own drawing style, not replace it with ours.
(Please note: all Improvers courses begin with drawing, and include a talk about relevant art movements and practitioners)
Price includes all materials and coffee and biscuits (donations taken to help with refreshments)
Thank you – we look forward to meeting you soon

Improvers Art workshops
2025-02-11 12:30 - 14:30 | The Cause Music and Arts Centre, 42 The Causeway, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3DD, United Kingdom
‘A really friendly place to learn from experienced people’
Uniquely designed and delivered 6 x 6 week courses for beginners. Taught by local artist and designer Charlie who has over 25 years experience teaching art.
Tuesdays at 12.30 – 2.30pm
Term 1 – Still life (drawing) – Sept 17th – October 22nd
Term 2 – Objects in interiors (drawing, painting)- November 5th – December 10th
Term 3 – Portrait (painting)- January 7th – Feb 11th
Term 4 – Interiors (drawing)- Feb 26th – April 2nd
Term 5 – Landscape (painting) – April 23rd – June 4th
Term 6 – Still life revisited (collage, mixed media) – June 11th – July 16th
In both beginners and improvers, the sessions we will follow the classic method for learning to draw and paint. It is easy to learn to draw by copying the example of a tutor leading the group, but this tends to produce a ‘house style’ where everyone ends up drawing in the same way. Your drawing style is as unique to you as your handwriting (if school hasn’t obliterated it) – here you will learn to enhance your own drawing style, not replace it with ours.
Please note: all courses begin with drawing, and include a talk about relevant art movements and practitioners.
Price includes all materials and coffee and biscuits (donations taken to help with refreshments)
Thank you – we look forward to meeting you soon

Chippenham & Caine Good Afternoon Choir
2025-02-11 13:30 - 15:30 | Pewsham Community Centre, Lodge Road, Chippenham, SN5 3SY
Love to sing? Want to make friends? Come along to Pewsham Community Centre Tuesdays between 1.30-3.30pm. Taken by the wonderful Matt Finch. It’s all about having fun and singing in the afternoon!
Matt runs 4 popular Good Afternoon Community Choirs every week and loves the fun of singing together and making amazing music during the afternoons. Matt lives in Bath where he is well-known as Musical Director of the Bath Light Operatic Group, you may well have attended one of their wonderful shows at the Bath Theatre Royal in years past. All Good Afternoon Choir members enjoy singing Matt’s very special arrangements, especially at the Big Sings when all the Good Afternoon Choirs join together to sing in one venue.
A warm welcome awaits any new members, there are NO auditions and everyone is welcome! There is no charge for attending your first rehearsal. Come alone or with a friend – either way Matt and the Choir will be pleased to meet you. You will be joining over 1,000 people singing at Good Afternoon Choirs around the South West and beyond!
Membership forms are available to collect at every rehearsal. The choir rehearsals are in 4 terms of 10 weeks and members pay £58 per term – this covers room and piano hire, music, admin and musician fees. You do not need to join at the start of a term, you can simply come along to any rehearsal and pick up a membership form should you wish to join the choir – your fee will then be worked out for the remainder of that term.
If you have any questions about the Choir please contact Tracey or Karin via email gac@grenvillemusic.co.uk or tel 01761 472468.

The Village Singers
2025-02-11 19:15 - 21:15 | St Andrew’s Church, St Mary’s Street, Chippenham, SN15 3JN, United Kingdom
Love to sing?
The Village Singers are a community choir with members of all ages coming from the villages and towns around Chippenham. We have no auditions and we always welcome new members. We have been making music together since 2011.
We are united by our love of music and our love of fun but also through many shared emotional experiences. As well as performing in local churches we have had several wonderful tours including singing in Bruges, Paris, New York and Amsterdam.
We meet at St Andrew’s Church Chippenham every Tuesday during term time from 7.15pm-9.15pm.
Why not come along and have a free taster?
If you would like to try us, please email info@villagesingers.co.uk
Find out more by visiting our website: villagesingers.co.uk
2025 REHEARSAL SCHEDULE

7th January – 11th February rehearsals (7.15pm- 9.15pm)
18th February:- NO REHEARSAL HALF TERM
25th February – 1st April rehearsals (7.15pm- 9.15pm)
8th April & 15th April:- NO REHEARSAL EASTER BREAK
22nd April – 20th May rehearsals (7.15pm- 9.15pm)
May 27th:- NO REHEARSAL HALF TERM
3rd June – 15th July rehearsals (7.15pm – 9.15pm)
SUMMER BREAK
2nd September – 23rd September rehearsals (7.15pm- 9.15pm)
September 30th:- NO REHEARSAL HALF TERM
7th October – 16th December rehearsals (7.15pm- 9.15pm)
CHRISTMAS BREAK.

Allsorts Community Choir
2025-02-11 19:30 - 21:00 | Sheldon Road Methodist Church, Audley Road, Chippenham, SN14 0DU, Sheldon Road Methodist Church, Audley Road, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN14 0DU, United Kingdom
Allsorts Community Choir in Chippenham meet on Tuesday evenings from 7.30pm at Sheldon Road Methodist Church.
All sorts of age and gender welcome. No singing experience necessary. No need to read music, and there are no auditions; basically if you’re enthusiastic and committed, you’re in! All sorts of music styles from swing to gospel to folk and pop with a generous helping of everything in between.
Two weeks free trial, then £3 per session (paid termly).

Drama Tots Rising Stars (for children age 18 months - 3 years)
2025-02-13 10:00 - 10:40 | Langley Burrell Village Hall, Langley Burrell, Chippenham, SN15 4LL, United Kingdom
Drama Tots provides award-winning drama, music and imaginative play classes for children aged 18 months to 5 Years. We run weekly classes, nursery sessions, parties and events.
We combine music, movement and creative play to allow your child to be imaginative, gain confidence and have fun in a friendly and nurturing environment.
We use a fantastic range of props, puppets and instruments to bring our adventures to life.
Become part of the Drama Tots family today and join us on a trip to the moon, build a sandcastle on the beach and even go for a ride on Santa’s sleigh! There are no limits to our adventures, the possibilities are endless!
The Drama Tots programme has been carefully written using the Early Year Foundations Stage Curriculum.

Chippenham Memory Cafe
2025-02-13 10:30 - 12:00 | Sheldon Road Methodist Church, Audley Road, Chippenham, SN14 0DU, Sheldon Road Methodist Church, Audley Road, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN14 0DU, United Kingdom
Our first café opened in 2009 as a meeting place for people with dementia and their families, at a time when there were few opportunities to socialise with others affected. Since then our seven cafés have developed into much-valued social and information-gathering occasions where people can strike up friendships, chat informally to professionals, find out more about dementia and support from a wide range of speakers, and enjoy refreshments and entertainment.
Chippenham Memory café meets fortnightly for activities, chat, and a chance to catch up informally with dementia professionals. As well as the general café, there is also a quieter area where couples can sit and enjoy the refreshments and entertainment.
Find out more and book here.

Drama Tots Bright Stars (for children age 3-5 years)
2025-02-13 11:00 - 11:45 | Langley Burell Village Hall, Langley Burrell, Chippenham, SN15 4LL, United Kingdom

Wellbeing
2025-02-13 12:30 | Chippenham Community Hub, 1 Gladstone Parade, Timber Street, Chippenham, SN15 3BS
This course is like a warm hug: five lovely sessions that will give participants a lift. The course reminds us how important it is to look after our wellbeing and shares some simple steps to boost mood and resilience.
New learners will need to attend the welcome session on Thursday 9 January 12.30 and the course starts on Thursday 16 January 12.30pm – 2.30pm, running weekly for five weeks.
Contact familyandcommunitylearning@wiltshire.gov.uk, call the FaCL team on 01225 770478 or visit https://workwiltshire.co.uk/family-and-community-learning/.
Phone or complete a booking form here Enrolment – Work Wiltshire.

Painting Smiles Together - Children's Draw & Paint Class in Chippenham
2025-02-13 18:00 - 19:00 | Sheldon Methodist Church, Audley Road, SN14 0DU
Unleash your child’s creativity with this exciting Kids Drawing and Painting Class! Join me every other Thursday evening from 6 to 7 PM during the school term. In each class, the kids choose the subject for the session, and together we’ll draw and paint, allowing each child to create their own unique piece of art.
What to Expect:
Guided Creativity: I will demonstrate how to draw and paint the chosen subject, guiding the kids step-by-step. However, I encourage them to ‘make it their own’ and explore their creativity, rather than just copying my example
Skill Development: Through repetition and practice, students will gain confidence and learn new skills in every session
Artwork to Take Home: Each child will create their own masterpiece to take home after every class
All Materials Provided: There’s no need to bring anything except clothes that can get a bit messy. I’ll supply all the art materials!
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Exhibition in August: As we approach the next summer holidays (2025), we will prepare for a proper art exhibition where the children can display their art work in a professional manner, to exhibit to the general public as well as friends and family.
Class Details:

Location: Sheldon Road Church, Audley Road, Chippenham
Cost: £30 per month
Schedule: Every other Thursday, 6 – 7 PM​
Approx age 7-11 years old.

Why Join Me?

Creative Fun: These classes are both fun and challenging, designed to inspire creativity and artistic expression.
Safe Environment: I am fully DBS-checked, so you can leave your kids with me for the hour with peace of mind.
Affordable Pricing: Only £30 per month. The first payment is taken on 1 September and then monthly on a rolling basis. Each payment covers all classes that fall within that month.

Don’t miss out on the opportunity for your child to develop their artistic skills in a fun, supportive environment. Spaces are limited, so sign up today and secure your spot
Term Dates up to end of July 2025:
30 January
13 February
27 Feb
13 March
27 March
24 April
8 May
22 May
5 June
19 June
3 July
17 July

Sparkly Singers
2025-02-13 20:00 - 21:15 | Lansdowne Hall – Derry Hill
Alongside our sessions in Chippenham (Monday lunchtimes) and Royal Wootton Bassett (Tuesday evenings), the Sparkly Singers meet every Thursday evening from 8:00pm at the Lansdowne Hall in Derry Hill.
Founded with the simple aim of bringing the joy and benefits of group singing to everyone, our emphasis is on singing in a way that is, above all else, fun.
Rather than splitting into parts and learning harmonies, we prefer instead to sing in unison, infusing songs with our own rather unique mix of humour, movement and the occasional wacky prop.
So if you simply love to sing, but have yet to find the choir that perfectly complements your sense of fun, why not come along to one of our FREE taster sessions and see what we’re all about.

Gem/Bead Tree Workshop
2025-02-14 19:00 - 21:00 | Bargammon’s Tavern, 35 Market Place, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3HT, United Kingdom
Create your own precious stone or beaded tree at our craft workshop. A beautiful gift or keepsake and a new skill. All materials provided. Price includes a soft drink.
Tickets available on our website: bargammon.co.uk/events

TAKE THE STAGE 2025
2025-02-14 20:00 - 22:00 | Neeld Community & Arts Centre, The Neeld, High Street, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3ER, United Kingdom
Take The Stage is back for 2025!
Starting in February, the competition will see 12 young music acts compete across two heats for a place in the final, with the chance to play for some great prizes. So long as you are under 21 years of age, you can apply.
Keep an eye on Riverbank Studios | Take The Stage on Instagram or Facebook for further information and how to enter this year’s battle.
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: Purchased in advance £5 | Purchased on door £6
Doors: 7.30pm for an 8pm start. Approx. 10pm finish.
This is a standing event with limited, unreserved seating available.
Tickets are also available through our Box Office on 01249 446699, or at the Town Hall.
Tickets are non-refundable unless this event is cancelled or postponed.

Chippenham Library February Half-Term
2025-02-15, 2025-02-16 00:00 - 23:59, 2025-02-17 00:00 - 23:59, 2025-02-18 00:00 - 23:59 | Chippenham Library
This half-term we will have lots to keep everyone entertained so pop the dates in your diary and plan a great holiday for your little (and not so little) ones! For further information, or to book either of the bookable events, please call 01249 650536 or visit us at the library.

Half Term Holiday Sports Coaching
2025-02-17 08:00 - 2025-02-21 16:00 | Ivy Lane School Field
In2Sport holiday clubs are the perfect solution for every active family in Chippenham & beyond with a choice of venues across Wiltshire and Bath.
Children can experience an action packed day, whilst parents can rest safely in the knowledge that their child is in a safe environment having lots of fun.
The sessions are stimulating and engaging, and cater for children between the ages of 4-12 years old regardless of their ability.
All children attending in2sport’s holiday clubs will be able to participate in a wide range of sports and activities, which are structured to entertain, progress and widen children’s interest in leading an active life!
Children will always have a choice in what activities they wish to participate in. From dance, gymnastics, football, soft axe throwing, soft archery, tennis, cricket, athletics, ball skills & much more!
A normal in2sport day runs from 9:00am – 3:00pm but we have additional hours available to meet the demands of your busy schedule:
9.00am – 3.00pm – £28.00 per day!*
Additional Hours available from 8.00am – 4.00pm for just an additional £5.50 per hour!
Book and pay via: www.in2sportcoaching.co.uk

Exhibition: Spotlight On 4 - Modern and Contemporary Art from the Collection of Chippenham Museum
2025-02-17 10:00 - 16:00 | Chippenham Museum, 9-10 Market Pl, Chippenham, SN15 3HF, United Kingdom
Open Monday – Saturday, 10am – 4pm, until 8 March.
This exhibition is the fourth in Chippenham Museum’s Spotlight series dedicated to its growing Modern and Contemporary Art Collection.
The project began in 2019 with the desire to celebrate the rich artistic history of this part of North Wiltshire. As a permanent collection, it acts as a source of inspiration, education and enjoyment for all.
At the heart of the Modern and Contemporary Art Collection are works that acknowledge the legacy of the Bath Academy of Art in Corsham, a pioneering residential art school that counted some of the biggest names in modern and contemporary art amongst its teachers and students.
North Wiltshire’s creativity proudly extends beyond the Academy, and the collection records and celebrates the many contemporary artists who continue to live and work in this area today.
The exhibition featured work by the following artists:
Kay Le Seelleur Ara, Kenneth Armitage, Guy Bigland, Alma Boyes, Susie Brooks, John Chilver, Dominic Clare, Andrew Cross, William Crozier, Anna Currey, Simone Dawood, Stephen Ellis, Alex Faulkner, Selina Fischer, Astrid Furnival, John Furnival, Katherine Gili, Patrick Haines, Keith Harrison, Verity James, Richard Kennedy, David King, Julia Manning, Michael Stubbs, Marianne Fox-Ockinga, Ione Parkin, Tim Parry-Williams, Michael Pennie, Jackie Pope, Terry Pope, Paul Rudall, James Scott, Robert Scott, William Scott, Jack Shirreff, Alice Sielle, Hugh Hamshaw Thomas, Julia Vezza, Helen Wilks, and Alistair Young.
Further details about the artworks can also be found in the accompanying catalogue available in the museum shop.

Free Music Train Concert
2025-02-17 10:30 - 12:00 | The Neeld
For a toe-tapping good time, come aboard The Music Train, and enjoy this inclusive event with an opportunity to listen to, and join in with, our talented musicians.

Half-term Climbing Club 8-11 year olds
2025-02-17 11:00 | The Arc, Westmead Lane, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3HZ, United Kingdom
Holiday climbing sessions at The Arc for 8-11 year olds. An hour and a half of climbing and games with expert coaching from one of our experienced instructors.
These sessions will allow our younger climbers to work on their climbing skills, NICAS logbooks, as well as engage in other activities and games. No experience necessary.
Book your session now via our website:

Monday 17th: 11am to 12.30pm
Friday 21st: 11am to 12.30pm
Saturday 22nd: 9.45am to 11.15am
Sunday 23rd:9.45am to 11.15am

Want to get the whole family involved? We also have a jam-packed schedule of Kids & Family Tasters on during the holidays.
Book now: theclimbingacademy.com

A Hat Full of Sea
2025-02-17 11:00 | Chippenham Library
Half term treat! An opportunity to meet children’s author, Maudie Smith. Join Maudie as she brings the seaside to the library – in her hat! £3/child book in advance

• Find out how the seaside and a real life seashell story have inspired Maudie’s picture books
• Listen to the story of A Hat Full of Sea and discover how clever Cora collects the sea in her hat for her Grandpa Jim
• Decorate a fish your way – will it be stripy, spotty or all the colours of the rainbow?! Then help Maudie bring a whole shoal of fish swimming to Grandpa Jim!
• And if you have a favourite hat, bring it along. Maudie will definitely be wearing hers!

£3/child – please book in advance by visiting us at the library or calling 01249 650536

Photography Workshop for Young Carers
2025-02-17 11:00 - 13:30 | Lacock Abbey
An exciting opportunity for young carers aged 11-16.
11am – 1.30pm on Monday 17th February
Lacock Abbey, SN15 2LJ
Book your space now!
Email: admin@carersupportwiltshire.co.uk
Tel: 0800 181 4118

Sparkly Lite singing group
2025-02-17 12:00 - 13:00 | Pewsham Community Centre, Lodge Road, Chippenham, SN5 3SY
Sparkly Singers is the award-winning Wiltshire-based choir experience, founded with the simple aim of bringing the joy and benefits of group singing to everyone, regardless of age, experience or ability.
Launched in September 2023, our ‘lighter’ daytime sessions are perfect for anyone who just fancies popping out for an hour or so each week to meet new people and sing a fabulous selection of feel-good songs. No part-singing, no practising, no performing in public – just turn up each week and sing!
So if you love the idea of simply singing for the fun of it, why not come along to one of our FREE taster sessions and see what we’re all about.

Half-term Climbing Club 12-15 year olds
2025-02-17 12:45 | The Arc, Westmead Lane, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3HZ, United Kingdom
Holiday climbing sessions at The Arc for 12-15 year olds. An hour and a half of climbing with expert coaching from one of our experienced instructors.
These sessions will allow our youth climbers to work on their climbing skills as well as engage in other activities and games.
No experience necessary. Sessions can be used for NICAS logbook consideration.
Book your session now via our website:

Monday 17th: 12.45pm to 2.15pm
Friday 21st: 12.45pm to 2.15pm
Saturday 22nd: 11.30am to 1.00pm
Sunday 23rd:11.30am to 1.00pm

Want to get the whole family involved? We also have a jam-packed schedule of Kids & Family Tasters on during the holidays.
Book now: theclimbingacademy.com

Over 30s Day Clubbing
2025-02-17 17:00 - 22:00 | Constitutional Club, 36 Foghamshire, Chippenham, SN15 1HB, United Kingdom
Love to dance but can’t handle the late nights? We’ve got you covered! It’s time to reclaim the dance floor, designed exclusively for the over-30s who still know how to bring the moves. Get ready for an electrifying mix of nonstop hits from the 80s, 90s, and 00s—all the music you love, with an atmosphere that’s pure magic and a bedtime that suits your lifestyle. Let’s party like it’s your prime, because guess what? It still is!
We have limited tickets available for this first event! So please don’t miss out! Don’t say we didn’t warn you!

Rethink Football
2025-02-17 17:30 - 18:30 | Stanley Park
A weekly friendly kickabout for men 18+ to team up and be part of a safe group where they can talk openly and freely without judgement.

Every Monday from 5:30 to 6:30pm
Stanley Park Sports Ground, Chippenham, SN15 3RR
£4 per session

Please contact David if you are interested or have any questions
Tel: 07483 913159
Email: david.scourfield@rethink.org

Three Crowns Pub Quiz
2025-02-17 20:00 | The Three Crowns, 18 The Causeway, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3DB, United Kingdom
Arrive early to grab a table and relax with a drink, before the quiz fun kicks off at 8pm!
£1 entry per player, with all money going into the pot… and the top team will win the lot!!
Stay alert for the bonus round, and you could win yourself a bottle of wine!
Fancy yourself as a Quiz Master?! Come and give it a shot! Our quiz is held fortnightly, and we’re always happy to have new faces setting the questions!

Quiet Time: February Half Term
2025-02-18 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 before the museum is open to the public. The sessions run from 9am-10am, with last entry at 9.45am.
Limited to four accompanied children our Quiet Time sessions are available for children who would prefer a more relaxed environment to enjoy our activities.
These sessions are free, with booking essential. Please book a space for each accompanied children attending.
Workshop details: Inspired by our current exhibition, Spotlight 4, Modern & Contemporary Art from the Collection of Chippenham Museum. Get creative with letters and words and have a go at making your own visual poetry.
