One Chippenham

Murder Mystery Dinner
2023-04-22 19:00 (Europe/London) | Chippenham Golf Club, The Club House, Malmesbury Road, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 5LT, United Kingdom
Get ready for a fun filled evening of drama and excitement as teams work out which suspect committed the crime!
Starting at 7pm a group of professional actors will take you on an interactive journey during a delicious 3-course meal with a big reveal at the end and prizes for the winning team!
Open to non-members.
For Food Menu and to book visit Chippenham Golf Club’s website here.

Three Choirs Sing Out
2023-04-22 19:30 - 21:30 | St Andrew’s Church, St Mary’s Street, Chippenham, SN15 3JN, United Kingdom
A concert for Wellboring Charity with 3 choirs performing a variety of songs ranging from Gospel and World Music to Pop and Folk

Family Open Day
2023-04-23 11:00 - 16:00 | Chippenham Sports Club

Beyond the Stars
2023-04-23 18:00 | St Andrew’s Church, St Mary’s Street, Chippenham, SN15 3JN, United Kingdom
Wiltshire Young Musicians most senior players showcase their hard work this year in an evening with a space theme. Both groups will perform a selection of pieces individually and they will also join forces to finish the evening, a sound not to be missed!

Featuring West Wiltshire Concert Band and West Wiltshire Youth Orchestra

Individual ticket price
£5.00 – £10.00*
*booking fee applies

Jay Miller’s Circus
2023-04-26 - 2023-05-01 | Allington Farm Shop, SN14 6LJ
ROLL UP. ROLL UP!! JAY MILLERS CIRCUS IS COMING TO TOWN.
Make sure to catch one of our SPECTACULAR BRAND NEW 2023 performances –
Wednesday – 6pm only
Thursday & Friday – 5pm & 7:30pm
Saturday & Sunday – 2pm & 5pm
Monday – 11am & 1:30pm
SUPER SAVER NIGHTS – Wednesday & Thursday – EVERYONE ENTERS FOR £10 PER PERSON!
BOOK NOW – https://www.jaymillerscircus.co.uk/tickets/ and collect your tickets 30 minutes prior to showtime.
Chippenham, Allington Farm Shop, SN14 6LJ
SEE YOU ALL THERE!

Stanton Grand Jumble Sale
2023-04-29 13:00 - 15:00 | Stanton Parish Hall, Church Ln, Stanton St Quintin, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN14 6DE
Stanton Grand Jumble Sale on Saturday 29 April at Stanton St Quintin Parish Hall, Church Lane, SN14 6DE – from 1pm to 3pm. Bring your collection along to the hall at 10am or reach Hilary or Gabrielle on 01666 837 850 and 01666 838 391. Then, on the day, ‘Come and Have a Rumble Through Our Jumble’.
Funds for Doorway, DEC, SSQ Primary School and The Church Roof Fund

A Midsummer Night's Dream Masquerade - The Mayors Charity Ball
2023-04-29 18:00 - 2023-04-30 01:00 | Neeld Community & Arts Centre, The Neeld, High Street, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3ER, United Kingdom
A night of magic, music and mischief awaits at the Mayor’s Charity Ball!
Join Cllr Liz Alstrom the Mayor of Chippenham for a magical night of live music and entertainment.
The full event ticket includes a welcome drink, 2-course meal, costumed performers, live music and a disco.
Or you can attend the after party only with live music and disco from 9:30pm.
Tickets: Full Event £50 | After-party only £12
With a dress code of Faerie Folk and Mythical Creatures, masquerade masks through to full costumes are absolutely encouraged, so let your imagination run wild and create something spectacular! (Prize for the Best Costume!) 🎭
We have the amazing Funke and the Two Tone Baby headlining, light spinning from Arcanic Events, mesmerising vocals from local talent Harmony-Asia and more.
Proceeds from the tickets and a cash raffle will support the Mayors chosen charities – Wiltshire Air Ambulance and Heals.
This event is brought to you with support from The Arts Society – Kington Langley and from Rag and Bone Arts.

Elvis & Dolly at The Pewsham
2023-04-29 18:30 | The Pewsham, The Pewsham, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3RU, United Kingdom
A night with Dolly and Elvis on the big stage at The Pewsham.
Book tickets online –
www.ticketsource.co.uk/the-pewsham-livemusic
#dollyparton #dollypartontribute #elvispresley #elvispresleytribute #livemusicatthepewsham #livemusicchippenham

Meet the Funder: Arts Council Project Funding and other local funders
2023-05-04 17:30 - 20:00 | Chippenham Town Hall, High Street, Chippenham, Afghanistan
An opportunity to learn more about the National Lottery Project Grants application process and guidance with Declan Westwood, Relationship Manager, Arts Council England.
Declan will talk through Arts Council England’s open access funding scheme, National Lottery Project Grants, including what it funds, how to apply, and what happens to your application.
Following an overview there will be time for a brief Q&A session.
We’ll also have short talks by some other local funders, including about their funding for community groups, charities and CIC’s.

5.30 – 6.30pm Arts Council Project grant funding
6.30 – 7pm Light refreshments
7-8pm Other local funders including Chippenham Borough Lands Charity and Wiltshire Area Board

Tickets are free but limited. Please book via the event link below.
This event is being hosted by Chippenham Borough Lands Charity with thanks to Chippenham Town Council for use of their venue.

Hail the Curious
2023-05-05 - 2023-06-30 | The Forbidden Carnival Gallery, 64a Market Place, Chippenham, SN15 3HG
Hail The Curious is the inaugural group exhibition from The Forbidden Carnival Gallery.
It brings a diverse group of local, national, international and overseas artists together, from Lowbrow to Street to Dark to Surreal and back again.
Artists include:
Simon Griffiths, Miller, Rae Melody, Sarah Christie, BRT Street Pop Art, Matt Lodge , Montague Tott, David Nicholls and more…
Exhibition running between 5th May – 30th June 2023. Open Saturdays and Sundays 10am-3pm. Other times by appointment only.
Gallery & Exhibition Opening night – Friday 5th May 6.30-9pm.

64A Market Place
Chippenham
Wiltshire
SN15 3HG
Check out The Forbidden Carnival website for more information.

Coronation Live Screening
2023-05-06 11:00 - 18:00 | John Coles Park, John Coles Park, Chippenham, SN15 1NZ, United Kingdom
VENUE UPDATE: this event is now taking place at the Town Hall due to inclement weather.
The Coronation of His Majesty The King and Her Majesty The Queen Consort will be live-streamed on a large screen in John Coles Park.
Come along with a picnic and enjoy the special occasion. The Derek Nash 6-piece band will play live from the bandstand afterwards.
To finish the afternoon, there will be a showing of Disney’s Lion King (2019 live-action version) for everyone to enjoy.

Park Yoga Chippenham
2023-05-07 09:30 - 10:30 | John Coles Park, John Coles Park, Chippenham, SN15 1NZ, United Kingdom
Come along to FREE Park Yoga at John Coles Park. Park Yoga is open to people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities. Join your local yoga instructor, Kyla, for your weekly dose. No need to book – just turn up!
Every Sunday 9.30am – 10.30am, from Sunday 7th May to Sunday 17th September 2023.
Things to bring:
– mat (or towel or blanket)
– bottle of water
– a friend
PLEASE NOTE – all sessions are weather dependant. Be sure to keep an eye on the Park Yoga Facebook page regarding any cancellations (announced at least an hour before the start). We will go ahead in light rain.
💚 If you would like to support the Park Yoga charity in whatever way you can, you can:
– Go online at www.parkyoga.co/donate
– Text PARKYOGA to 70560
Find out more about Park Yoga Chippenham here.

Coronation Party
2023-05-07 14:00 - 19:00 | Monkton Park Golf Course, Monkton Park, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3PE, United Kingdom
Book a table by contacting Monkton Park Golf Course

Weekly bandstand concerts in John Coles Park
2023-05-07 15:00 - 17:00 | John Coles Park, John Coles Park, Chippenham, SN15 1NZ, United Kingdom
Enjoy a diverse lineup of local talented musicians at free weekly concerts Sundays in John Coles Park – listen to some amazing music in a beautiful outdoor setting.
07 May – Chippenham Town Band
14 May – The Cricklade Band
21 May – Wroughton Silver Band
28 May – Bristol East & Kingswood Brass Band
04 June – Saxophonics
11 June – City of Bath Brass Band
18 June – Wilton Royal British Legion Band
25 June – Dodington Parish Band
02 July – Malmesbury Concert Band
09 July – Chippenham Town Band
16 July – Wootton Silver Band
23 July – Bratton Silver Band
30 July – Cirencester Band
06 August – Centenary Celebrations
13 August – North Swindon Big Band
20 August – Ramsbury Silver Band
27 August – Wiltshire Police Band
03 September – Swindon Brass Band
10 September – Marshfield Band
17 September – Chippenham Town Band

Tiny Forest - Monkton Park - Progress Session
2023-05-08 10:00 - 12:00 | Tiny Forest at Monkton Park, 22 Station Hill, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3QF, United Kingdom
Join us on Monday, May 8th to observe the growth and progress of our trees. In addition, you can engage with us in a range of activities, such as having a friendly chat, learning about citizen science tasks related to biodiversity, or even lending a hand to help remove any thistles or other invasive plants that may be competing with our trees for vital resources like water and nutrients.
Your involvement in our efforts to care for and protect our environment would be greatly appreciated. We hope to see you there!

Digital Skills for Everday Life and Work Progression
2023-05-10 09:30 - 14:30 | Wiltshire College, Cocklesbury Lane, Chippenham
Would you like to improve your digital skills? Know someone who could benefit from a digital skills course?
Join us on every Wednesday for 3 weeks from 10 May, 9:30am to 2:30pm, and you will gain digital skills to help with everyday life including:
👉 Learn how to find information online or complete simple personal or household tasks
👉 Create and save documents, images or video
👉 Send online communications
👉 Learn how to use digital devices safely and responsibly
👉 Identify and respond to technical problems
*This course is free to those who earn under a certain threshold or are on benefits. If you don’t meet eligibility criteria, you can pay a fee of £75 per person to participate.
Give us a call on 0845 345 2235 to find out more or click here

Chippenham One Plan - public drop in events
2023-05-11 09:00 - 17:00 | Wiltshire
Residents and businesses are invited to share their valuable views and ideas on the development of an all-encompassing Town Centre Masterplan for Chippenham.
The Chippenham One Plan aims to revitalise the town’s economy, enhance the environment, and celebrate its rich heritage. This is your chance to contribute towards shaping an exciting future for Chippenham’s town centre.
To ensure a thorough discussion of the proposals and to provide an opportunity for any queries to be addressed by the Board members, the following in-person public drop in events are being held: –

Borough Parade, Thursday 11 May 2023, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
The Olympiad, Saturday 13 May 2023, from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Chippenham Library, Friday 19 May 2023, from 9:30 AM to 2:00 PM

All feedback on the Chippenham One Plan needs to be submitted by 5:00 PM on Tuesday 6 June 2023.
For more information, please visit: https://www.wiltshire.gov.uk/news/opportunity-to-shape-an-exciting-future-for-chippenham-town-centre

Chippenham Harriers Beginners Course
2023-05-12 18:15 | Chippenham Sports Club
The Chippenham Harriers Beginners Course is returning on May 12th – a fully supported journey to 5K for all levels.
If you’re keen to give running a try, returning to it after a break, or would like some support progressing your running, this course is for you.
We’ll have three different groups so you can choose a level that suits you, and lots of support from our team of leaders throughout the course, helping you progress towards your 5k goal (yes, it is 100% achievable, we promise!)
Find out more and sign up here: https://www.chippenhamharriers.co.uk/beginners/
If you have any questions, drop us a message or email beginners@chippenhamharriers.co.uk and we’ll get back to you asap. We can’t wait to welcome you along!

Voodoo Room: A Night of Hendrix, Clapton & Cream
2023-05-12 19:30 - 22:30 | Neeld Community & Arts Centre, The Neeld, High Street, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3ER, United Kingdom
A warm welcome to this stunning power trio featuring some of the UK’s finest musicians who present an incredible live show in the true spirit of these legendary superstars.
No wigs, no gimmicks – simply great music played by great musicians!
Hear classics such as: Watchtower, Cocaine, Hey Joe, Sunshine Of Your Love, Purple Haze, Layla etc.
Members of Voodoo Room have recorded and toured with Stevie Winwood, Massive Attack, Arthur Brown, Fish, Thunder and many other high-profile artists.
With standing ovations the norm, the word on the street is, Voodoo Room are NOT TO BE MISSED!
‘STUNNING!’ – Time Out
www.voodoo-room.com
Tickets: £18.50
Duration: approx. 2 hours 30 minutes including an interval
Please contact the venue for any access requirements.
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

Town Walks
2023-05-13 14:00 - 14:40 | Chippenham Museum, 9-10 Market Pl, Chippenham, SN15 3HF, United Kingdom
Join Chippenham Museum for a free guided walk introducing the town’s history, from King Alfred and the Saxons to the present day.
This 40 minute exploration of the town is perfect for both residents and visitors. These walks take place at 2pm on selected Saturdays from May-September. Meet at The Buttercross, Market Place.
Booking is essential as places are limited. Families are welcome, please book a place for all adults and accompanied under 18s attending, using the Eventbrite link below.

Abba's Angels at The Pewsham
2023-05-13 18:30 - 23:00 | The Pewsham, The Pewsham, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3RU, United Kingdom
Abba tribute band Abbas Angels perform live at The Pewsham.
Tickets £17.50

Clogettes Present Peter Pan Jr.
2023-05-13 19:00 | Neeld Community & Arts Centre, The Neeld, High Street, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3ER, United Kingdom
Based on J.M. Barrie’s classic tale this high-flying Tony Award-winning musical has been performed around the world and delighted audiences for 60 years and is now adapted for young performers.
Peter and his mischievous fairy sidekick, Tinkerbell, visit the nursery of the Darling children late one night and, with a sprinkle of pixie dust, begin a magical journey across the stars that none of them will ever forget. In the adventure of a lifetime, the travellers come face to face with a ticking crocodile, the fierce Brave Girls, a band of bungling pirates and, of course, the villainous Captain Hook.
Featuring the iconic songs, “I’m Flying,” “I’ve Gotta Crow,” “I Won’t Grow Up” and “Never Never Land,” and a rousing book full of magic, warmth and adventure, Peter Pan JR. is the perfect show for the child in all of us… who dreamed of soaring high and never growing up.
Tickets: Standard £13.25 / Concessions (under16’s / over 65’s) £11.00
Please contact the venue for any access requirements.
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

Crochet for Beginners - Baby Booties
2023-05-15 19:00 - 21:00 | The Springfield Community Campus Corsham, Beechfield Road, Corsham, Wiltshire, SN13 9DN, United Kingdom
Learn how to make a set of baby booties with base crochet stitches.
Your kit will also include the yarn and pattern to make matching mittens and hair bow.
For this project, we use the finest cashmere-merino blend yarn which is super soft and washable at a 30°c heat.

Chippenham Film Club May feature
2023-05-15 19:30 - 22:30 | The Reel Cinema, 91 Marshfield Rd, Chippenham, SN15 1JR, United Kingdom
Ali (Matthias Schoenaerts) meets Stephanie (Marion Cotillard) when he saves her from a brawl at the nightclub. Their casual acquaintance develops into something much more after a horrible accident. As Stephanie draws on Ali’s physical strength, an unexpected courtship slowly comes to life.
Cotillard was nominated for a whole slew of major awards for her performance, Schoenaerts picked up a Cesar for best newcomer. The London Film Critics Circle awarded Rust and Bone best foreign language film.

Living Spit: One Man & His Cow
2023-05-19 20:00 - 22:00 | Neeld Community & Arts Centre, The Neeld, High Street, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3ER, United Kingdom
Living Spit presents ONE MAN AND HIS COW
Farmer Trevor has a big problem. Given just months to live, he is faced with the dilemma of which one of his three children to bequeath his beloved farmstead to.
Each has their own beguiling qualities and Trevor just can’t choose between them. Then one fateful night in the cowshed, help arrives from the most unlikely of sources…
A rural romp, written and performed by “the Morecambe and Wise of Weston Super Mare” (The Daily Telegraph), featuring a multitude of agricultural antics and farmyard frolics, all told with homespun charm and wit and entirely in rhyme and song.
“World-class actors at the top of their game.” The FTR
“Like King Lear. But with a cow” audience member
Age suggestion: 10+
Audience warnings: Some mild dodgy language and terrible puns
Howard Coggins, who wrote the show and created the role of Trevor way back in 2013 has taken a leave of absence due to sickness. The part of Trevor will be played by…well…someone else. Check livingspit.co.uk for up-to-date casting details.
Tickets: £14
Duration: 1 hour 40 minutes including interval
Please contact the venue for any access requirements.
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

Biodiversity Survey Week at the Tiny Forest Monkton Park
2023-05-20 - 2023-05-28 | Tiny Forest at Monkton Park, 22 Station Hill, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3QF, United Kingdom
Individuals, Families, Schools and Groups – a great opportunity to carry out biodiversity surveys at a time to suit you between 20-28th May.
Butterfly timed count
Butterfly species list
Pollinator timed count
Ground Dwelling survey – lift one of the 6 concrete slabs and photograph what you see and add to the website
All resources and information is provided by Earthwatch at https://tinyforest.earthwatch.org.uk/biodiversity-week
Why take part?
Biodiversity Week will have huge benefits – both for you, and for science!
The health and wellbeing benefits of spending time in nature are well-documented. Taking part in a Tiny Forest citizen science survey is a great opportunity to spend some meaningful time outside in your local area. It’s also a brilliant way to connect with your community and spend time with family and friends in the fresh air and green space.
By taking part in citizen science, you become a vital part of our environmental research. We use science to better understand the environmental challenges we face, and to find solutions to these issues. In particular, the data you provide will allow us to better understand how a Tiny Forest can support wildlife in urban areas.

Walk of Life 2023
2023-05-20 08:00 - 17:00 | Kennet and Avon Canal
Join RUHX for our annual Walk of Life, along the beautiful Kennet and Avon Canal on Saturday 20 May. Whether you opt for the full 26.2mile walk or decide the 10 mile walk is more up your street, there is a way to get moving for everyone.
Enjoy a delicious free lunchtime BBQ, a selection of tasty treats dotted along the route, a festival finish, and a chance to meet likeminded individuals – this is more than just a walk, it is a chance to make a real difference.
Sign up today and do your bit for your community, whilst raising valuable funds for the RUH, because together, we can do more.

Monkton Park Scarecrow Trail: A weekend at the MOVIES
2023-05-20 10:00 - 17:00 | Monkton Park Estate
Walk, scoot, run or cycle around Monkton Park estate and follow the trail to find the Family Films themed scarecrows.
TRAIL SHEETS £3
Available 10am – 5pm
from Monkton Park Primary School & Monkton Park Golf Course
Extra fun at the School:
Saturday: Family Fun day with activities and a BBQ
Sunday: Cakes and Ice-Cream sale

Chippenham Between the Wars
2023-05-20 10:00 - 2023-09-02 16:00 | Chippenham Museum, 9-10 Market Pl, Chippenham, SN15 3HF, United Kingdom
Explore what life was like in Chippenham in the 1920s & 30s, as objects, costume, photographs & artworks bring the era to life.
Marking the centenary of the opening of John Coles Park in 1923, this exhibition explores the glamour of the cinema and fashions from the period, as well as strikes, protests and the legacy and threat of war.
To accompany the exhibition, there will be a programme of talks and events. More information can be found on the ‘What’s On’ page of our website.
Chippenham Museum, a Chippenham Town Council facility, is free entry, open Monday-Saturday 10am-4pm, including bank holidays.

Chippenham Pre-Pride Picnic
2023-05-20 11:00 | Monkton Park, Chippenham
Chippenham Pride are holding a Pre-Pride Picnic in Monkton Park* on Saturday 20th May – the final social before the very first Chippenham Pride!

*British weather dependent – if it’s awful cake at Grounded instead.

Visit the Chippenham Pride Facebook page to find out the latest.
