Quiz Night in aid of the Mayor’s Charity: Sight Research UK
2022-04-02 18:30 (Europe/London) | Neeld Community & Arts Centre, The Neeld, High Street, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3ER, United Kingdom
Join the Mayor of Chippenham for a fun-filled quiz night in aid of the Mayoral Charity, Sight Research UK.
Sight Research UK funds pioneering research into the causes of eye disease, to develop better prevention methods and more effective treatments for children and adults to bring forward the day when sight loss and blindness are a thing of the past.
On the night there will be a raffle and other opportunities to fundraise for this great cause.
Tickets must be purchased in teams of 4 for this event.
Tickets: £20 for a team of four
Please note: Tickets are also available through our Box Office on 01249 446699, or alternatively tickets are also available at the Town Hall.
Please note: Tickets are non-refundable unless this event is cancelled or postponed due to COVID-19.

Easter Reflections concert in aid of The British Red Cross Ukraine Humanitarian Appeal
2022-04-02 19:30 | St Andrew’s Church, St Mary’s Street, Chippenham, SN15 3JN, United Kingdom
The Village Singers are hosting an Easter Reflections concert. This is an unticketed free event, with all proceeds going to The British Red Cross Ukraine Humanitarian Appeal, DEC Member.

A Song for Ukraine
2022-04-07 19:00 | Cause Arts Centre, 42 The Causeway, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3DD, United Kingdom
A concert of Folksong and solidarity. Featuring several musicians, and from 9.30pm an “open sing”. Licensed bar.
Reserve tickets by email to Fred at The Cause Venue – fred@thecausevenue.com

Wilts & Berks Canal Trust - Quiz Night
2022-04-08 19:00 - 22:30 | Neeld Community & Arts Centre, The Neeld, High Street, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3ER, United Kingdom
The Wilts & Berks Canal Trust are holding their popular Quiz Night at the Neeld Community & Arts Centre in Chippenham on Friday 8th April at 7pm. All welcome!
Tea, Coffee, and Cake available. Licensed Bar.
£20 per team (max 4 people per team)
E-mail quiz@wbct.org.uk with Team Name by Friday 11th March please.
Pre-Booking essential
ALL PROCEEDS IN AID OF THE WILTS & BERKS CANAL TRUST

The Covid Chronicle
2022-04-09 10:00 | Chippenham Museum, 9-10 Market Pl, Chippenham, SN15 3HF, United Kingdom
A textile art installation capturing the international collective experience of the pandemic. Visiting Chippenham Museum on a tour of the UK, The Covid Chronicle features work by 70 textile artists across the world including from the Chippenham community.
The Covid Chronicle is a textile patchwork project to record and commemorate our individual and collective experience of living with Covid. The resulting giant artwork – a kind of Bayeux Tapestry – captures this moment in our history.
Chippenham Museum is free to visit, open 10am – 4pm Monday – Saturday including Bank Holidays.
Late opening until 7pm on Thursday 14 April and Thursday 5 May.

Pewsham Preschool Easter Fair
2022-04-09 10:30 - 12:30 | Pewsham Preschool, Pewsham Preschool, King's Lodge, Lodge Road, Pewsham, Chippenham, Wiltshire, Sn153sy, United Kingdom
Come join us at our Easter Fayre. Fun for all the family including Games, BBQ, Easter Trail, Face Painting and much more!

The Arc Jam
2022-04-09 12:00 - 15:00 | The Arc, Westmead Lane, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3HZ, United Kingdom
The Arc Jam is a chance to celebrate the official opening of The Arc, a brand-new climbing centre, skatepark and cafe facility in Chippenham.
The Arc Jam will include: –

demonstrations by professional skateboarders
skatepark competitions with prizes
photos and video opportunities on the day to show off your skills in the bowl
climbing demonstrations on the outside wall

Canvas
The skatepark was designed and built by Bristol Skatepark design specialists, CANVAS, who will be hosting the range of activities around the skatepark on the 9th. The skatepark competitions will be split up into different categories depending on those in attendance on the day. These will be carried out in an ‘informal jam format’ to ensure that the day is inclusive to all ages and abilities. Prizes awarded to those e.g. who are doing impressive tricks, having the most fun, showing the most progression etc.
Climbing demonstrations
There will also be climbing demonstrations from a wide range of climbers on the outside wall from 12-3pm but the climbing centre and café will be open as normal.
Everest climber – Kenton Cool
Legendary British climber, Kenton Cool, will also be attending the launch event. In May this year he is attempting to summit Everest for a record-breaking 16th attempt. He was the first man to climb Nuptse, Everest and Lhotse in a climbing season. A great opportunity to see and meet one of Britain’s most high-profile and celebrated climbers.

The Arc was built by Chippenham Borough Lands Charity (CBLC) and is being run by The Climbing Academy (TCA). This brand new purpose-built centre offers bouldering, roped climbing, a cafe and the free skatepark overlooking Westmead playing field.
The Arc
The Arc is a safe and supportive space for families, individuals and youth or community groups. You can start bouldering anytime without doing a course, but the centre offers taster sessions and beginners roped courses for newcomers, as well as skills coaching.
An accessible sport
Climbing is a welcoming sport that is accessible to all shapes, sizes and ages. You can boulder from any age and over 70s climb for free at all TCA centres. The centre is fully accessible with free on-site parking for disabled customers. The sport, which featured in the recent summer Olympics for the first time, has proven benefits to both physical and mental health. Providing active movement, from energetic overhangs at height to balanced slab traverses only centimetres off a mat. It helps participants to improve confidence and focus.
The Climbing Academy
TCA opened its first centre in Bristol in 2008. The Arc is TCA’s 3rd centre in the south west of England and 5th centre in total, with 2 in Glasgow.
Chippenham Borough Lands Charity
Chippenham Borough Lands Charity is a grant giving organisation that supports local residents in welfare, education, arts and community projects. The Arc facility has been funded by the charity with support of a £100,000 grant from Sports England towards the climbing centre and a £200,000 grant from Wiltshire Council towards the skatepark.
Find out more
Find out more information about The Arc by visiting the TCA website here.

A Song for Ukraine
2022-04-09 19:00 - 21:30 | Cause Arts Centre, 42 The Causeway, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3DD, United Kingdom
A charity concert of singers and musicians to support Children in Ukraine

Easter Tennis Camp
2022-04-11 09:00 - 14:00, 2022-04-19 09:00 - 14:00 | Chippenham Tennis Club, Bristol Road, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 1NG, United Kingdom
We are offering tennis camps this Easter across two weeks. If you’re looking for your child to keep active this Easter, look no further!
Where? Chippenham Tennis Club
When? 11-14th & 19-22nd April, 9-2pm each day
What? Three tennis camps for 4-8yrs, 9-10yrs & 11-17 yrs
How much? £30 each day, discount for full week bookings & siblings
To book visit: https://clubspark.lta.org.uk/beyondtennis/Coaching/Camps
For any queries: enquiries@beyondtennis.co.uk

Comedy Characters (& Puppets!) – Easter Drama workshops for 7-11’s
2022-04-11 10:00 - 15:00 | Cause Arts Centre, 42 The Causeway, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3DD, United Kingdom
Join us at The Cause Arts Centre for a fun packed, 3-day workshop exploring different ways to be silly. We will be creating comedic characters and generally having tons of laughs. Dive into the dressing up box and learn the art of puppetry. Pick your favourite character and make your own comedy sketch to show your parents!
The details: –

10am-3pm from Monday 11th – Wednesday 13th April 2022
£75 for all 3 days.
All taking place at The Cause Arts Centre, Chippenham, SN15 3DD
Parents are invited to come and watch our silliness at 2.30pm on Wednesday 13th April

These sessions are subsidised, thanks to a generous grant from UK Youth. Helping us, to help you remember how to be creative and brilliant.

Primary Easter Art Fun!
2022-04-11 13:00 - 15:00 | Cause Arts Centre, 42 The Causeway, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3DD, United Kingdom
Join us for three days of making art that celebrates the return of Springtime!
We’ll be making seasonal masks and pop-up cards across the three days, while learning lots of new skills and meeting new friends.
And they’ll be biscuits!!!
For 7-11 year olds – only £35 for all three sessions thanks to a generous grant from UK Youth.
Tutored by Charlie, a local artist and set designer with 30 years experience in workshop delivery in Further and Higher Education and experienced artist and teacher of young and old.
Book on the website to save a place.

Crafty Café: Meet the Artist
2022-04-11 14:00 - 14:40 | Chippenham Museum, 9-10 Market Pl, Chippenham, SN15 3HF, United Kingdom
Join Chippenham Museum’s resident crafters for a relaxed afternoon with Fi Redmond. Fi is a local textile artist whose work features in the museum’s exhibition, The Covid Chronicle.
Over tea and cake, find out more about how lockdown and the global pandemic influenced Fi’s practice and gain insight into taking part in this national project featured in the museum’s gallery. This event is free to enjoy but booking is essential.
Chippenham Museum’s Crafty Café meet once a fortnight 2pm – 3.30pm for an afternoon of craft, coffee and conversation. Drop-in for a chance to talk with other crafters, swap patterns and share skills.
You are welcome to stay for the full 1.5 hour session and bring your own crafts. You can also find out about the Crafty Café’s Joy of Community Jubilee Bunting project, with more details here: https://bit.ly/ChippenhamJubileeBunting
The Covid Chronicle exhibition is open at Chippenham Museum 9 April – 7 May with free entry. A textile art project capturing the national collective experience of the pandemic, the large scale work is touring the UK and features work by the Chippenham community, including local artist Fi Redmond.

Quiet Time: Create Your Own Bunting
2022-04-12 09:00 - 10:00 | Chippenham Museum, 9-10 Market Pl, Chippenham, SN15 3HF, United Kingdom
Book one of four places on Tuesday 12 and 19 April for accompanied children to enjoy our free drop-in workshop in a quieter way.
These free sessions are for children who would find the busy nature of our drop-in sessions uncomfortable. Instead, book to join a smaller group of children in a quieter session before the museum is open to the public
These sessions are free, with booking essential. Please book a space for all accompanied children attending.
Workshop details:
Come and create your own simple bunting at Chippenham Museum and find out more about adding your own triangle to Chippenham’s Jubilee Bunting project. These sessions are free for all ages on Tuesdays in the Easter holidays.
Join us in the gallery to create your decoration to take home. Be inspired by the colours, patterns and textures of the textile art in the museum’s exhibition The Covid Chronicle.
Open at Chippenham Museum 9 April – 7 May with free entry, The Covid Chronicle is a textile art project capturing the national collective experience of the pandemic. The large-scale artwork is touring the UK and features work by the Chippenham community.
Families, individuals, schools and groups are invited to add their own triangle to the museum’s Joy of Community Jubilee Bunting by the end of April. For more details visit: https://bit.ly/ChippenhamJubileeBunting

Playtime
2022-04-12 10:30
Join Sidney & Tristan from The Last Baguette for a fun, relaxed participatory theatre session.
There’ll be silliness, play-acting, games and music… Expect to play, move, watch and laugh.
Sessions last 1 hour, and are aimed for ages 2-4 and their grown-ups. Younger siblings are welcome!
There will be one session for the next 3 months, each with a different theme. Come along as a one-off or to the whole series!

The details: –

Book via www.thelastbaguette.com
Get in touch on thelastbaguette@gmail.com if you’d like to know more
10.30am at The Cause, Chippenham on Thursday 12th April, 10th May and 14th June

Find us on social media at @thelastbaguette

Coming up soon…

King Arthur – a fun & farcical family adventure touring outdoors summer 2022 https://youtu.be/tYysjhZdrEA
Also keep your eyes peeled for Playtime – participatory play sessions for 2+

Create Your Own Bunting
2022-04-12 10:30 - 15:30 | Chippenham Museum, 9-10 Market Pl, Chippenham, SN15 3HF, United Kingdom
Come and create your own simple bunting at Chippenham Museum and find out more about adding your own triangle to Chippenham’s Jubilee Bunting project. These sessions are free for all ages on Tuesdays in the Easter holidays, simply drop in 10.30am 3.30pm.
Join us in the gallery to create your decoration to take home. Be inspired by the colours, patterns and textures of the textile art in the museum’s exhibition The Covid Chronicle.
We also have Quiet Time sessions 9am – 10am on both dates for children that would find the busy nature of our drop-in sessions uncomfortable. Places are limited to four children, with booking essential.
Open at Chippenham Museum 9 April – 7 May with free entry, The Covid Chronicle is a textile art project capturing the national collective experience of the pandemic. The large-scale artwork is touring the UK and features work by the Chippenham community.
Families, individuals, schools and groups are invited to add their own triangle to the museum’s Joy of Community Jubilee Bunting by the end of April. For more details visit:
https://bit.ly/ChippenhamJubileeBunting

The Friends of Chippenham Station - Community litter-pick
2022-04-14 10:00 - 12:00 | Chippenham Train Station, short stay car park area
Save The Date – The Friends of Chippenham Station will be taking part in a community litter-pick on 14th April. If you can spare a couple of hours, please pop down and join in.

Messy Church
2022-04-16 11:00 - 13:00 | Salvation Army, Foghamshire, Chippenham, SN15
Join us at 11am for Messy Church. Arts, Crafts and a lunch on us.
Whether you’ve been all your life, or have never stepped foot inside a church, you’re welcome to join us for some fun for all the family.
This event will be held on 16th April at 11am and is aimed at families with children. There will be crafts, fun and lunch for families, and this is completely free of charge.

Chippenham Sports Club Open Day
2022-04-17 11:00 - 16:00 | Chippenham Sports Club
Join us for a fun packed day of fun at Chippenham Sports Club Open Day. Everyone welcome. Free entry.
If you would like to attend our Open Day 2022 with a craft stall or similar types of stalls we are only charging £10 for the day which will all go directly to our chosen charity
If you are a charity yourself or a club/group or association, you are also very welcome to have a stall and use the day as a fundraising opportunity for yourselves
If you have a business you would like to advertise and promote, our Open Day is also an ideal opportunity for this. Please contact Jo on enquiries@chippenhamsportsclub.co.uk

Textile Art Mini-Me
2022-04-21 10:30 - 12:30 | Chippenham Museum, 9-10 Market Pl, Chippenham, SN15 3HF, United Kingdom
Inspired by Chippenham Museum’s textile art exhibition, discover a range of techniques with local artist Fi Redmond to create yourself in stitch.
You will try appliqué and simple stitches including running, long and French knots. Both beginners and experienced stitchers are welcome.
This session is for ages 8+ (unaccompanied) and booking is essential.
Fi Redmond is a local textile artist whose work features in the museum’s exhibition, The Covid Chronicle.
Open at Chippenham Museum 9 April – 7 May with free entry, The Covid Chronicle is a textile art project capturing the national collective experience of the pandemic. The large-scale artwork is touring the UK and features work by the Chippenham community, including local artist Fi Redmond.

Twirlywoos Live!
2022-04-22 08:00 - 13:30 | Neeld Community & Arts Centre, The Neeld, High Street, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3ER, United Kingdom
THE TWIRLYWOOS ARE BACK FOR A GREAT BIG ADVENTURE!
Join Great BigHoo, Toodloo, Chickedy, Chick and their friends as they discover the wonderful world around us! Expect mischief, music and plenty of surprises as they set sail in their big red boat.
The funny, loveable Twirlywoos are brought to life on stage with beautifully inventive puppetry promising an hour of colourful fun and laughter. From the producers of The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show and Sarah and Duck Live on Stage, Twirlywoos Live is an enchanting introduction to theatre for all ages.
★ ★ ★ ★ ‘All the fun, mischief and colourful characters of the hit show. My son adored every second’ Manchester Evening News
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ‘A lovely show for all little children to enjoy.’ What’s Good to Do
★ ★ ★ ★ ‘A laugh-out-loud adventure, lapped up by little ones, great family fun.’ Opening Night
★ ★ ★ ★ ‘A wondering array of bright colours, music, bubbles, signing and costumes. An enchanting show for young audiences’ – West End Wilma
Tickets: £14.25
Please note: Tickets for Twirlywoos Live! are also available through our Box Office on 01249 446699, or alternatively tickets are also available at the Town Hall.
Please note: Tickets are non-refundable unless this event is cancelled or postponed

Coffee and cake
2022-04-22 10:00 - 11:30 | Salvation Army, Foghamshire, Chippenham, SN15
Join us each and every Friday morning at 10 for a coffee and cake on us. (Our menus vary depending on the week).
This is open for all, and is simply our way of opening our doors to the Chippenham community.
Everyone welcome.. we’d love to see you!

The Mayor of Chippenham’s Transport Extravaganza
2022-04-22 14:00 | Chippenham Museum, 9-10 Market Pl, Chippenham, SN15 3HF, United Kingdom
Take a look at great transport events over land, sea and air with the Mayor of Chippenham from the past few decades, using his own personal recordings. All proceeds will be going to the Mayor’s chosen charity, Sight Research UK
The show is expected to include video of the GWR Steam Railmotor in action in various locations, the loco King Edward II on the Dartmouth Railway, steam on the Underground in central London, a spectacular display of Spitfires, Hurricanes and Messerschmitt 109s to mark the 75th Anniversary of the Battle of Britain, the final public flying display of the Avro Vulcan, and vintage trams in action in Lisbon and New Orleans, with added variety provided by paddle steamers.

Women in Rock
2022-04-23 19:30 | Neeld Community & Arts Centre, The Neeld, High Street, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3ER, United Kingdom
THE ULTIMATE CELEBRATION OF THE WORLD’S GREATEST FEMALE ANTHEMS
Since 2016, Women In Rock have been wowing audiences across Europe with their high energy performances of classic female rock. Performing to audiences of up to 120,000 and backed by a band of world class musicians, these women are ready to take you on a spectacular journey through ﬁve decades of female rock, leaving you cheering for more.
Featuring the songs of Cher, Blondie, Janis Joplin, Republica, Belinda Carlisle, Bonnie Tyler, P!nk, Suzi Quatro, Tina Turner & many more, Women In Rock are guaranteed to get you on your feet. Grab your tickets and let’s get ready to sing, dance and ROCK!
REVIEWS
‘The audience were held in reminiscent bliss from start to ﬁnish, outstanding!’ – AT THE THEATRE
‘The girls held the audience captive with their outstanding energy and vocals. Bravo Women In Rock!’ – HARLEY DAVIDSON (EUROPE)
‘Women In Rock is a must-have show for our venue, keeps our audiences on their feet like no other” – CHEQUER MEAD THEATRE
Tickets £20
This is a seated event. Please contact the venue for any access requirements.
Please note: Tickets are non-refundable unless this event is cancelled or postponed.
Please note: Tickets are also available through our Box Office on 01249 446699, or alternatively tickets are also available at the Town Hall.

Paint Along Sessions
2022-04-25 10:00 - 12:00 | Cafe Grounded, 1 Bath Rd, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 2BB, United Kingdom
Paint Along with Lucia Lovatt and create a beautiful work of art that you can take home. Paint a different animal each time.
Each session is a stand alone class on it’s own, and you will be guided through the 2 hour process to paint your own work of art to take home.
If you decide to come to more sessions, then you will develop the skills needed to paint a variety of animals, as well as gaining confidence to use these skills in all areas of your painting practice.
Sessions will be every other Monday morning 10am-12pm in Cafe Grounded, Chippenham, during school term times.
All equipment and materials are included.

Wanderers and Loiterers
2022-04-25 17:00 - 19:00 | Refashion my Town, 13 Borough Parade,, Chippenham, SN15 3WL, United Kingdom
Art sessions for 12-18 Year Olds.
Come along and help us make 2D and 3D from found materials for an installation across Chippenham Town Centre.
Work at your own pace, under the expert guidance of our very own artist and designer, Charlie. Beginners very welcome.
£55 for 6 x 2 hour sessions, starting on Monday April 25th.
(£10 per session if drop in)
Please speak to us if finances are a barrier to attendance
Book on our website www.ragandbonearts.com
Sessions held at :-
Refashion My Town
13 Borough Parade,
Chippenham SN15 3WL

2022 Chippenham Beer, Cider & Perry Festival at the Olympiad Leisure Centre, Chippenham
2022-04-29 17:30 - 23:00 | The Olympiad
The 2022 Chippenham CAMRA Beer, Cider & Perry Festival is Back.
Three separate ticketed sessions –

5.30pm – 11pm on Friday 29th April
11am – 4pm & 7pm – 11pm on Saturday 30th April

There will be food available at each session and live music on the Saturday sessions with an acoustic session on the lunch time and a band on the Saturday night.
Tickets are now available to purchase via the event link below or in person (cash only) at The Three Crowns pub.
Friday evening and Saturday afternoon (£10). Saturday evening tickets (£8)
This includes £5.00 worth of tokens for CAMRA members (on production of a valid CAMRA membership card), and £3.00 for non-members.

Take The Stage, FINAL
2022-04-29 20:00 | Neeld Community & Arts Centre, The Neeld, High Street, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3ER, United Kingdom
Take The Stage is back for 2022! It started in January, with young acts competing across heats for a place in the final with the chance to play for some great prizes.
During each heat, every act had their full 20 minute set recorded plus one song professionally filmed and edited. They then received a free mixed version of their performance as well as one live video shot and edited by our crew.
The winner of each heat was decided by a crowd vote and the prizes in the final will be decided by representative judges.
In the final, representatives from each prize on offer pick the band they think most suits their prize. This means that there could be several prize winners in the final.
Prizes include:
Free recording time, festival slots, plus support-slot opportunities.
For information please visit: https://www.riverbankchippenham.co.uk/takethestage
Tickets: £5
Please note:

This is a standing event
Tickets for Take The Stage are also available through our Box Office on 01249 446699, or alternatively tickets are also available at the Town Hall.
Tickets are non-refundable unless this event is cancelled or postponed

Afternoon Tea with Allsorts Community Choir
2022-04-30 15:00 - 16:30 | The Beacon Centre at Sheldon Road Methodist Church, Audley Road, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN14 0DU, United Kingdom
There will be lots of glorious goodies to eat, hot & cold drinks to enjoy, and a little singing to entertain.

Band Stand Concerts in John Coles Park 2022
2022-05-01 08:00 - 17:00 | John Coles Park, John Coles Park, Chippenham, SN15 1NZ, United Kingdom
We are happy to announce the schedule of live music to John Coles Park, starting from 1 May every Sunday 3pm-5pm*. The bandstand concerts are free to attend, and they are a wonderful opportunity to relax, meet up with friends and family and listen to some fantastic music in the park.
*5 June we are fortunate enough to have music in the park from 11am to 5pm hosted by Chippenham Hospital Radio as part of our Jubilee picnic for the local community. In the afternoon we will hear some spectacular music from the British Jazz award winning Derek Nash Acoustic Quartet from 1pm to 3pm.
01 May Chippenham Town Band
08 May The Cricklade Band
15 MayRoyal Wootton Bassett Brass Band
22 May Cirencester Band
29 May Big Brunch Band
05 June Platinum Jubillee Celebration: Bring a picnic!
Derek Nash Aucoustic Quartet 1pm-3pm
Chippenham Hospital Radio 11am-5pm
12 June Swindon Brass Band
19 June Dodington Parish Band
26 June Malmesbury Concert Band
03 July Chippenham Town Band
10 July City of Bath Brass Band
17 July Saxophonics
24 July Bristol East & Kingswood Band
31 July BJ Big Band
07 August Wilton Royal British legion Band
14 August Redland Windband
21 August Wroughton Silver Band
28 August North Swindon Big Band
04 September Ramsbury Silver Band
11 September Chippenham Town Council
