Paint Along Sessions
2022-04-25 10:00 - 12:00 (Europe/London) | 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

Feast of Fiddles
2022-05-06 19:30 | Neeld Community & Arts Centre, The Neeld, High Street, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3ER, United Kingdom
The Feast of Fiddles band-waggon gets moving again after two tour cancellations courtesy of the pandemic. Born in Nettlebed on Valentine’s Day 1994 as a one-off special concert, Feast of Fiddles has done 26 spring tours, 24 festivals and has 7 CDs to its name. Not bad for a bunch of old folk-rockers!
This is a band of friends that puts on a show of huge dynamic range performed with passion, joy and a liberal dose of fun. Typically, fiddlers Peter Knight (Gigspanner, Steeleye Span), Chris Leslie (Fairport Convention), Brian McNeill (Battlefield Band), Ian Cutler (Bully Wee), Tom Leary (Joe Brown) and Garry Blakeley (Band of Two) add the large range of fiddle playing styles to the rock back-line of guitars, keyboards, sax and accordion – all held together by legendary drummer Dave Mattacks.
A live music entertainment like no other on the circuit which is guaranteed to be enjoyed by even the most doubting of friends dragged along! This year Marion Fleetwood will deputise for Chris Leslie.
“Absolutely awesome!” – Sue Marchant, BBC East
“Britain’s fiddling supergroup” – Mark Radcliffe, BBC Radio 2
“The best fiddle players of a generation” – Ian A Anderson
“Crabtree pumps his accordion as though he’s powering his own heartbeat and each and every violinist fiddles frantically. Impressive, high energy stuff” – Manchester Review
Tickets: £22.50
Please note: Tickets for Feast of Fiddles 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

Mexican Food Night at The three Crowns
2022-05-07 19:00 | Three Crowns Pub, 18 The Causeway, Chippenham, SN15 3DB, United Kingdom
Fancy a nice night out with some fantastic food to kick off the fiesta!
Why not come along to the Mexican Food Night at The Three Crowns on Saturday 7th May and help us to raise some more needed funds for the Save Chippenham Campaign!
Gracias, mi amigos!

The Beach Boyz Tribute Show
2022-05-08 19:30 | Neeld Community & Arts Centre, The Neeld, High Street, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3ER, United Kingdom
Spread the word – they’re back!
Beach Boyz Tribute Band is back at The Neeld, with a brand new production show The Beach Boyz Tribute Show!
See the boys up close as featured on BBC TV, BBC Radio Wales, BBC local radio and independent local radio stations across the UK!
Come join a journey in time and space, back to the 1960s, across to the sunny shores of the Golden State of California where the surf sound was conceived.
Whether you are coming back to see Beach Boyz Tribute Band again or coming for the first time, the show is exhilarating as ever, filling the auditorium with glorious, rich vocal harmony, the five all-singing, all playing boys that are Beach Boyz Tribute Band continue to amaze, astound and defy belief in their recreation of America’s biggest and longest selling pop rock band The Beach Boys®.
No other tribute act can provide such a lively fun packed show that showcases over 30 hit records, all performed 100% live.
You’ll hear Beach Boyz Tribute Band re-create the early rock and roll sounds with such accurate authenticity you will be transported back to the days of black and white; then carried on a wave of harmony to the multi coloured complex orchestral works of Brian Wilson and the iconic critically acclaimed album Pet Sounds.
Do not be surprised if at the end of the performance you are on your feet, clapping and cheering for more, you will be in good company, for this tends to happen at every Beach Boyz Tribute Band concert, wowing audiences across the UK and beyond!
Tickets: £21.50
This is a seated event. Please contact the venue for any access requirements.
Please note: Tickets are also available through our Box Office on 01249 446699, or alternatively tickets are also available at the Town Hall.

Card Making Class
2022-05-09 10:00 - 12:00 | Chippenham Community Hub
Join us for some Creative Crafting. Take part, chat, do creative crafting and have a tea/coffee.
A small donation on the day is always appreciated so we can continue to run these groups in the future.

Ukraine Friendship Group
2022-05-11 10:00 - 12:00 | Chippenham Community Hub
The Chippenham Community Hub is running the Ukraine Friendship Group from 10am to 12pm on Wednesdays for Ukrainians and host families in the Chippenham area. Pop along for cuppa and to enjoy social time and support.

Gig for Ukraine
2022-05-13 19:00 - 23:00 | The Gladstone Arms, 34 Gladstone Arms, Chippenham, SN15 3BW, United Kingdom
Join us on the 13th of May. We are putting on an event that will raise money for the people of Ukraine. The tickets are £10 and this will include MUSIC & FOOD! (Hog roast)
We would like to thank Roughcut Rebels & DJ Boogaloo Stoo for volunteering to play on the night.
We will also be putting on a raffle so if any local businesses would like to donate, it would be highly appreciated.
All money from tickets and raffles will go to charity. Thank you & see you there!

Queen and Country - an exhibition at Chippenham Museum for the Jubilee
2022-05-14 - 2022-07-23 | Chippenham Museum, 9-10 Market Pl, Chippenham, SN15 3HF, United Kingdom
This summer the country celebrates Queen Elizabeth II’s Platinum Jubilee as she becomes the first British monarch to spend 70 years on the throne. This year also marks the 380th anniversary of the start of the English Civil War.
Pitting the monarchy against parliament, the civil war divided the entire country and ended with the execution of a king. To mark these anniversaries Chippenham Museum is holding a dual exhibition ‘Queen and Country’ from 14 May – 23 July.
Highlights in the exhibition include rare examples of 17th century gloves. One pair on loan from Dents Museum in Warminster are believed to have been belonged to King Charles I. The second pair have recently been acquired by Chippenham Museum with support from the Museums Association Beecroft Bequest. They are thought to have been worn by a member of the Talbot family of Lacock.
The exhibition will tie in with the Chippenham Town Council’s wider Jubilee celebrations in June, and the Civil War Re-enactment coming to Monkton Park 23-24 July. The exhibition will be joined by re-enactors from the English Civil War Society on Saturday 4 June.
Chippenham Museum, a Chippenham Town Council facility, is free to visit and openMonday to Saturday, including Bank Holidays, 10am to 4pm. Located in the Market Place, the museum tells the story Chippenham from its prehistoric origins to the present day.

Sewing and Craft Supplies De-Stash Sale
2022-05-14 13:00 - 15:30 | St Paul’s Church Hall, Malmesbury Road, Chippenham, SN15 1PS
Vintage Emphasis present their third Sewing and Craft Supplies De-Stash Sale. Includes tea, coffee and home made cakes. Seller stalls £5.

Comedy Improvisation workshops
2022-05-16 19:00 - 21:00 | Cause Arts Centre, 42 The Causeway, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3DD, United Kingdom
Acting, improvisation, fun! Games, exercises, laughs – spontaneity! Learn how to let go, think on your feet and respond to ideas. And most importantly – laugh more than you’ve laughed all week.
Beginners always welcome. Do the bits you like and sit out any bits you’re not sure of.
£10 per week (by bank transfer)
Book via our website or message us on Facebook!

Monkton Park Royal Scarecrow Trail
2022-05-21 10:00 - 17:00
Walk, scoot, run or cycle around Monkton Park estate and follow the trail to find the themed scarecrows.
Trail sheet £3
Available from 10am – 5pm from
Monkton Park Primary School &/or Monkton Park Golf Course
Prize for the most correct answers
BBQ on Saturday
Funds raised go to Friends of Monkton Park School.
Registered Charity Number 1186821.

Adult Creative Workshop: Lace Making at Chippenham Museum
2022-05-21 13:30 | Chippenham Museum, 9-10 Market Pl, Chippenham, SN15 3HF, United Kingdom
Try your hand at the age-old craft of lacemaking with Teresa Wheeler.
During this workshop you will be taught one traditional stitch, using modern materials and patterns. You will be taking home something a little different!
Tickets: £20
Please note: this workshop is suitable for ages 18+ as part of Chippenham Museum’s Creative Workshops for Adults series.
Please note: tickets are non-refundable unless this event is cancelled or postponed.

Annie Jr.
2022-05-21 19:00 | Neeld Community & Arts Centre, The Neeld, High Street, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3ER, United Kingdom
Clogettes present: Annie Jnr
Based on the popular comic strip and adapted from the Tony Award-winning Best Musical, with a beloved book and score by Tony Award-winners, Thomas Meehan, Charles Strouse and Martin Charnin, Annie JR. features everyone’s favourite little redhead in her very first adventure.

With equal measures of pluck and positivity, little orphan Annie charms everyone’s hearts despite a next-to-nothing start in 1930s New York City. Annie is determined to find the parents who abandoned her years ago on the doorstep of an orphanage run by the cruel Miss Hannigan. Annie eventually foils Miss Hannigan’s evil machinations, finding a new home and family in billionaire Oliver Warbucks, his personal secretary, Grace Farrell, and a lovable mutt named Sandy.

Classic Car Run
2022-05-22 09:00 - 17:00
The Rotary Club of Chippenham invite you to bring your classic car for a 75 mile drive through Wiltshire and Gloucestershire and help raise money for Dorothy House and local Rotary club charities.

Arts and Crafts Fair for Wiltshire Air Ambulance
2022-05-22 11:00 - 15:00 | Pewsham Community Centre, Lodge Road, Chippenham, SN5 3SY
Arts and crafts fair to raise money for the Wiltshire Air Ambulance. There will be a huge range of arts, crafts and even plants for sale.

Happy Days Platinum Jubilee Show
2022-05-23 14:00 | Neeld Community & Arts Centre, The Neeld, High Street, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3ER, United Kingdom
This amazing show is coming to Neeld Community & Arts Centre on Monday 23rd May. Come and join this toe tapping ‘Royal Knees up’ as we celebrate Her Majesty’s Platinum Jubilee. With songs from the 40’s, 50’s and 60’s you’ll be singing along reminiscing at the good old days!
With our fantastic flag waving finale, we visit the Last Night of the Proms in true pomp and circumstance! Come join us for an afternoon of sensational vocalists, dazzling costumes, stunning dance routines and hilarious comedy. This truly is a show not to be missed!
Grab your tickets here.

FREE Family & Social History drop-in sessions
2022-05-25 17:00 - 18:30 | The Old Road Tavern, SN15 1JA
Want to know more about your family? Your house? Already carried out some research and would like an expert to check it over? Do you need advice on how to go further? How can you discover all those amazing additional resources that you don’t even know about yet? It doesn’t even matter if your family isn’t local!
Pop along to chat to friendly local historian, Lucy Whitfield, in The Old Road Tavern. No need to book.

Friendship Group at the Chippenham Community Hub
2022-05-26 10:30 - 12:30 | Chippenham Community Hub
Come and join in our NEW Friendship Group on 26th May 2022 and meet new people with a sense of adventure. The first meeting will be an informal group meeting and also a quiz to finish off.

Dan Antopolski at Chippenham Comedy Club
2022-05-26 20:00 - 23:00 | The Old Road Tavern, SN15 1JA
We are absolutely delighted to be bringing Dan Antopolski to Chippenham Comedy Club this month! An award-winning comedian, you might recognise him from some of his acting roles including Good Omens and Hyperdrive.
· “Spectacular displays of verbal pyrotechnics … A confident, splendidly silly and sometimes dazzling show.” Stephanie Merritt, THE OBSERVER
· “He is one of the funniest and hardest-working comedians out there. His material is edgy without going too far, his routines are complex and assured, he’s likeable … and has some of the best gags I’ve heard.” Matt Brereton, THE SCOTSMAN
The club starts at 8pm in the barn at The Old Road Tavern. Support acts tbc, your host as always is our own award-winning comedian Wil Hodgson. Tickets need to be bought online in advance, just click the link below to purchase on Eventbrite.

Chippenham Folk Festival 2022
2022-05-27 - 2022-05-29
Tickets for the festival, which runs from Friday 27th – Sunday 29th May 2022, are on sale now.
Featuring Belshazzar’s Feast, 3 Daft Monkeys and Kathryn Roberts & Sean Lakeman.

The Flying Monk: Cider Festival
2022-05-27 08:00 - 2022-05-29 22:00 | The Flying Monk, 6 Market Place, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3HD, United Kingdom
Come down to the Flying Monk between 27th – 29th May to experience over twenty traditional Ciders and Perries.
For more information, please visit: https://www.facebook.com/theflyingmonkpub/

Chippenham Folk Festival
2022-05-27 16:00 - 2022-05-29 23:00 | Chippenham
This famous festival has been running for 45 years and features headline acts John Kirkpatrick, 3 Daft Monkeys, Belshazzar’s Feast, and Kathryn Roberts & Sean Lakeman.
Ticket holders can expect music, song, dance, workshops, children’s events and so much more. Weekend and day passes still available on the Chippenham Folk Festival website.

There are lots of free events taking place across Chippenham – from performances including Magic shows, Punch & Judy and local choirs on the Community Stage to gigs taking place at different pubs & cafes across the town.
Visit the Chippenham Folk Festival website to find out more.

Wiltshire Folklore
2022-05-27 19:15 - 20:15 | Chippenham Library
Julie Davis takes a fascinating look at the development and evolution of Wiltshire folklore, with examples of Wiltshire myths, tales and remedies at Chippenham Library on Friday 27 May.
Numbers are limited. Book by telephone – 01249 705500 or email – archives@wiltshire.gov.uk.
Wiltshire and Swindon History Centre have a host of local experts sharing some fascinating topics at Wiltshire libraries during Local History Month this May. More events and exhibitions to be found along with full details and booking information can be found in this blog post or in this PDF booklet.

Crazy Goat
2022-05-27 20:30 - 23:00 | The Three Crowns, 18 The Causeway, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3DB, United Kingdom
We are delighted to welcome back pub favourite Crazy Goat. They’ll be bringing traditional vibes from the heart of the West Country.
Crazy Goat have entertained us at the Three Crowns several times on Folk Festival weekends (pre-pandemic) & were one of the first online music acts to perform when we set up our Virtual Pub in April 2020 during the first lockdown. Don’t miss them!

The Roughcut Rebels at The Pheasant Inn
2022-05-27 21:00 - 23:00 | The Pheasant Inn, Bath Road, Chippenham, SN14 0AE
Come on down for an evening of the very best in British mod and indie music!
