The easiest way to try climbing! Looking for a fun, easy way to try climbing? Our taster sessions are the perfect introduction – whether you’re after a one-off adventure or curious about taking it further. Climbing is a social, active and creative sport that’s surprisingly easy to get into – making it a fantastic way […]
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 […]
Experience our fashion-themed drop-in activities in a quieter way before the museum opens to the public. Sessions run from 9am-10am (last entry 9.45am) and are limited to four accompanied children. Ideal for those who would find the busy nature of our drop-in sessions uncomfortable, these sessions offer a relaxed environment. Please book a space for […]
Get creative in style! Join us every Tuesday and Thursday during the summer holidays for free ‘fashionable’ activities inspired by our summer exhibition Threads: Clothing, Memory and Identity. Activities are suitable for all ages. Under 10s must be accompanied by an adult. Please note, activities on Tuesdays and Thursdays will be the same each week. […]
A cafe with a warm welcome, chance to chat, free tea/coffee and cake, craft activities, children's toys. Christians Against Poverty (CAP) debt coaches will also be available to talk if you feel you might need a free, professional debt advice service. CAP’s debt counselling helps thousands of people become debt free every year. They are […]
Experience our fashion-themed drop-in activities in a quieter way before the museum opens to the public. Sessions run from 9am-10am (last entry 9.45am) and are limited to four accompanied children. Ideal for those who would find the busy nature of our drop-in sessions uncomfortable, these sessions offer a relaxed environment. Please book a space for […]
Get creative in style! Join us every Tuesday and Thursday during the summer holidays for free ‘fashionable’ activities inspired by our summer exhibition Threads: Clothing, Memory and Identity. Activities are suitable for all ages. Under 10s must be accompanied by an adult. Please note, activities on Tuesdays and Thursdays will be the same each week. […]
Weekly Community Yoga classes, Friday mornings (term time) at King Alfred Hall (St Andrews Church, central Chippenham). Friendly, supportive, All Levels classes include an exploration of yoga poses and connection to the breath. Soothe sore hips, loosen lower backs and release those tight shoulders! Beginners welcome.
Join us at The Arc in Chippenham for our big Open Day, packed full of climbing tasters, music, games, great food and family-friendly fun. Whether you’re a seasoned climber or just curious to give it a go, this is your chance to explore everything The Arc has to offer. Try climbing on our awesome walls […]
Join us for a more relaxed visit at the REME Museum during this special opening outside of our regular hours. We have designed these ‘Lights Up, Sounds Down’ days to reduce sensory input for individuals who would prefer a quieter experience. These sessions are primarily for, though not limited to, anyone who has sensory processing […]
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 […]
Experience our fashion-themed drop-in activities in a quieter way before the museum opens to the public. Sessions run from 9am-10am (last entry 9.45am) and are limited to four accompanied children. Ideal for those who would find the busy nature of our drop-in sessions uncomfortable, these sessions offer a relaxed environment. Please book a space for […]
If you like a challenge, you'll love our STEM Workshops designed to get young people using the principles of engineering while having fun! Design and launch your own bottle rocket or air powered car, using the same principles of engineering in rocket science! Check our website for other workshop/activities during the Summer Holidays. STEM workshops […]
A cafe with a warm welcome, chance to chat, free tea/coffee and cake, craft activities, children's toys. Christians Against Poverty (CAP) debt coaches will also be available to talk if you feel you might need a free, professional debt advice service. CAP’s debt counselling helps thousands of people become debt free every year. They are […]
Experience our fashion-themed drop-in activities in a quieter way before the museum opens to the public. Sessions run from 9am-10am (last entry 9.45am) and are limited to four accompanied children. Ideal for those who would find the busy nature of our drop-in sessions uncomfortable, these sessions offer a relaxed environment. Please book a space for […]
We're excited this Summer to be able to offer young people the opportunity to achieve their Arts Award while exploring the art we have on display around the museum. These sessions are led by our Education Officer and Education Assistant and must be pre-booked due to limited space. Arts Award sessions cost £5 per family […]
Come and join us at the Olympiad Chippenham between 6pm and 8pm on Friday for our adult skate session. All abilities and disciplines welcome including beginners, quads and inline skaters welcome. Bring your own skates! £7 per person (cash or card payments accepted). Adult only Facebook group - https://www.facebook.com/share/g/19aD4PUw2C/?mibextid=wwXIfr
Come and join us at the Olympiad Chippenham between 6pm and 8pm on Friday for our adult skate session. All abilities and disciplines welcome including beginners, quads and inline skaters welcome. Bring your own skates! £7 per person (cash or card payments accepted). Adult only Join the GYSO Facebook group to find out more!
Kandu Arts Unlock Reset Festival 2025. Come and join Kandu Arts as we put on our 5th annual Unlock Reset Festival at The Pitch and Putt Golf Course, Monkton Park, Chippenham on the 9th & 10th August to help raise funds and awareness for Kandu Arts Community Projects & Events! This August expect two days […]
Popular open days on a restored stretch of canal between near Chippenham are due to return this weekend. Hundreds of people attended last year’s events at Pewsham Locks, a flight of locks which once lifted narrowboats on their journey north along the Wilts & Berks Canal. Visitors can enjoy a pop-up café, boat trips, and […]
Kandu Arts Unlock Reset Festival 2025. Come and join Kandu Arts as we put on our 5th annual Unlock Reset Festival at The Pitch and Putt Golf Course, Monkton Park, Chippenham on the 9th & 10th August to help raise funds and awareness for Kandu Arts Community Projects & Events! This August expect two days […]
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 […]
Experience our fashion-themed drop-in activities in a quieter way before the museum opens to the public. Sessions run from 9am-10am (last entry 9.45am) and are limited to four accompanied children. Ideal for those who would find the busy nature of our drop-in sessions uncomfortable, these sessions offer a relaxed environment. Please book a space for […]
Come along and work with: Saili Katebe - professional actor/writer/poet In this session you will learn how to express yourself through spoken words even if you think that writing poetry or rap is an impossible dream. This could be traditional poetry, performance poetry, lyrical poetry/rap or any other medium you can think of, all through […]
Come along and work with: Emily Malcolm - musical theatre writer and performer. Emily is the Founder and Creative Director of Yesterday's Story CIC, an organisation that brings history to life through creative projects. Learn about what makes a musical and how to devise your own from scratch. Session 1: 10 - 12pm Pizza 12 […]
A cafe with a warm welcome, chance to chat, free tea/coffee and cake, craft activities, children's toys. Christians Against Poverty (CAP) debt coaches will also be available to talk if you feel you might need a free, professional debt advice service. CAP’s debt counselling helps thousands of people become debt free every year. They are […]
Join us at Kingsley Road Community Hall (SN14 0AS) for a warm welcome and chance to connect with neighbours. Enjoy a cuppa &/or a light lunch and friendly chat. Weekly Schedule: 11.30am–12pm – Tea, coffee and access to pantry 12pm–1pm – Help yourself cold lunch Pop-up Pantry: If you have any spare fruit or vegetables, produce […]
Experience our fashion-themed drop-in activities in a quieter way before the museum opens to the public. Sessions run from 9am-10am (last entry 9.45am) and are limited to four accompanied children. Ideal for those who would find the busy nature of our drop-in sessions uncomfortable, these sessions offer a relaxed environment. Please book a space for […]
Creative dance session that will include some basic contemporary & hip hop dance technique suitable for anyone, regardless of previous experience. There will also be an opportunity to create your own movement and try out your own creative ideas. Aisha is a multi-disciplinary artist who uses dance, physical theatre and writing to create work and […]
Come along and work with: Anna Randall - Film and TV make-up artist Come and learn how to safely sever your finger with latex moulding and bruise yourself up with the magic of makeup. In this session you will go behind the scenes for both stage and screen and what it takes to make someone […]
If you love the Big Bath Bash then you will also love the Big Chippenham Bash!!! All day event! EVENT DESCRIPTION From 10am - 1am with workshops during the day from top weekender teachers, along with a tea dance in the afternoon and then the big 2 room freestyle in the evening till 1am with […]
Chippenham’s medieval Grade I listed Yelde Hall has recently undergone major repairs by traditional building conservation experts. The work included timber repairs, restored plasterwork, limework, and the installation of a new pentice board, which will help preserve the building’s frontage. This beautiful and iconic building can now be enjoyed once again in all its glory […]
Visit the historic Yelde Hall on select dates in August and September, where you can meet characters from the town’s past in the council chamber and pirates from 1709 in the lock-up!
In our next Collection Conversation, we will be joined by Jane King and Judith Beeby. Jane King studied for her Masters in ceramics at Bath Spa University’s Corsham Court Campus. King’s ceramic sculptures combine opposites of form, texture, and colour as metaphors for perfection and imperfection, control and chaos. Judith Beeby studied at Bath Spa […]
Experience our fashion-themed drop-in activities in a quieter way before the museum opens to the public. Sessions run from 9am-10am (last entry 9.45am) and are limited to four accompanied children. Ideal for those who would find the busy nature of our drop-in sessions uncomfortable, these sessions offer a relaxed environment. Please book a space for […]
Come along and work with: Anna Randall - Film and TV make-up artist Come and learn how to safely sever your finger with latex moulding and bruise yourself up with the magic of makeup. Session 1: 10 - 12pm Pizza (provided): 12 - 1pm Session 2: 1-3pm Anna is a Hair And Makeup Effects Artist, […]
Come along and work with: Rebecca Osborne - Actor, improvisor and stage combat instructor Come and learn the secrets to great improvising and stage combat skills through a wide variety of games and activities aimed at improving your improvising. In this session you will learn through a variety of fun, accessible and constructively challenging games […]
A cafe with a warm welcome, chance to chat, free tea/coffee and cake, craft activities, children's toys. Christians Against Poverty (CAP) debt coaches will also be available to talk if you feel you might need a free, professional debt advice service. CAP’s debt counselling helps thousands of people become debt free every year. They are […]
Join us on Wednesday 20 August at Chippenham Museum for Waste-Not-Wednesday, a day of free workshops and activities dedicated to slowing down fashion as part of our 'Threads' summer of fun! 👕 T-Shirt Bag Activity 📅 Wednesday 20 August 🕥 10.30am - 12.30pm 🎟️ Free, drop-in Take part in a simple no-sew activity where you’ll […]
Join us at Kingsley Road Community Hall (SN14 0AS) for a warm welcome and chance to connect with neighbours. Enjoy a cuppa &/or a light lunch and friendly chat. Weekly Schedule: 11.30am–12pm – Tea, coffee and access to pantry 12pm–1pm – Help yourself cold lunch Pop-up Pantry: If you have any spare fruit or vegetables, produce […]
Experience our fashion-themed drop-in activities in a quieter way before the museum opens to the public. Sessions run from 9am-10am (last entry 9.45am) and are limited to four accompanied children. Ideal for those who would find the busy nature of our drop-in sessions uncomfortable, these sessions offer a relaxed environment. Please book a space for […]
Come along and work with: Lottie Bywaters - Costume designer and maker Come and learn the process of costume design, how your favourite film and theatre costumes started out as a simple sketch and even design and make your own. In this session you will learn what goes into costume design and production. You will […]
Come along and work with: Angie Belcher - comedian and comedy writer Come and learn the secrets to making people laugh. Discover your comedy style and how to use it in a fun and friendly workshop. In this session you will learn how to structure your own comedy scene and find your own natural comedy […]
Come and join us at the Olympiad Chippenham between 6pm and 8pm on Friday for our adult skate session. All abilities and disciplines welcome including beginners, quads and inline skaters welcome. Bring your own skates! £7 per person (cash or card payments accepted). Adult only Facebook group - https://www.facebook.com/share/g/19aD4PUw2C/?mibextid=wwXIfr
Join our annual quest for bats and moths in and around Baydons Meadow! Meet at 8.30pm on Friday, 22nd August, by the interpretation board and log seat near the cycle path and blue footbridge over the Avon. Paul Darby, who used to work for the Wiltshire Wildlife Trust, will chat about the bats and lend […]
Visit the historic Yelde Hall on select dates in August and September, where you can meet characters from the town’s past in the council chamber and pirates from 1709 in the lock-up!
We're open as usual on Bank Holiday Monday. Make the most of the long weekend with a visit to Chippenham Museum and explore our latest exhibition, 'Threads: Clothing, Memory and Identity'. Plan your visit today! 📍 Chippenham Museum 📅 Monday 25 August ⏲️ 10am - 4pm 🎟️ Free entry Plus, enjoy a special Bank Holiday […]
Visit the historic Yelde Hall on select dates in August and September, where you can meet characters from the town’s past in the council chamber and pirates from 1709 in the lock-up!
Experience our fashion-themed drop-in activities in a quieter way before the museum opens to the public. Sessions run from 9am-10am (last entry 9.45am) and are limited to four accompanied children. Ideal for those who would find the busy nature of our drop-in sessions uncomfortable, these sessions offer a relaxed environment. Please book a space for […]
Come along and work with: Mark Lodge - Musician and DJ Do you like listening to or playing music? Come and have a go at a new or old instrument and find out what it takes to be a DJ. In this session you can pick up a new instrument, or one you are already […]
Come along and work with: Deepraj Singh - creative industry professional, improvisor and movement specialist. Session 1 runs from 10 - 12pm Pizza lunch (provided) from 12 - 1pm Session 2: 1-3pm We will spend the morning warming up through a range of movement based games and learning a bit more about scenes through physicality. […]
If you like a challenge, you'll love our STEM Workshops designed to get young people using the principles of engineering while having fun! Unleash your inner engineer and build a vehicle from genuine LEGO® parts that will actually drive! Led by our Education Officer, Andrew, these sessions are limited in capacity to allow for suitable […]
A cafe with a warm welcome, chance to chat, free tea/coffee and cake, craft activities, children's toys. Christians Against Poverty (CAP) debt coaches will also be available to talk if you feel you might need a free, professional debt advice service. CAP’s debt counselling helps thousands of people become debt free every year. They are […]
Join us at Kingsley Road Community Hall (SN14 0AS) for a warm welcome and chance to connect with neighbours. Enjoy a cuppa &/or a light lunch and friendly chat. Weekly Schedule: 11.30am–12pm – Tea, coffee and access to pantry 12pm–1pm – Help yourself cold lunch Pop-up Pantry: If you have any spare fruit or vegetables, produce […]
Experience our fashion-themed drop-in activities in a quieter way before the museum opens to the public. Sessions run from 9am-10am (last entry 9.45am) and are limited to four accompanied children. Ideal for those who would find the busy nature of our drop-in sessions uncomfortable, these sessions offer a relaxed environment. Please book a space for […]
Get creative in style! Join us every Tuesday and Thursday during the summer holidays for free ‘fashionable’ activities inspired by our summer exhibition Threads: Clothing, Memory and Identity. Activities are suitable for all ages. Under 10s must be accompanied by an adult. Please note, activities on Tuesdays and Thursdays will be the same each week. […]
Sheila Tackya returns to grace Rivo Lounge's first floor - and this time, she's bringing the summer heat with her! Join us for round after round of bingo, with high stakes and high entertainment value! Bingo cards are cash only, and booking is advised. 7pm, Thursday 28th August 18+ only Cash prizes for the winners […]
Join us for As-We-See-It-Saturday, a celebration of all things photography at Chippenham Museum. This special event marks 25 years since the original ‘As We See It’ project, in which three young people created a photographic record of Chippenham through over 500 black-and-white film images. Now, a new generation from the museum’s Photo Club is recreating […]
Join us for an afternoon of fun in and outside Kingsley Road Community Hall. Clare's Circus Wild Science (12.30-1.30) Live Music from Seren, Harmony, Kane Pollstrone and The Vivas A selection of games and children's activities Plant yourself a pot of spring bulbs to take home Westcroft seed swap Refreshments. We hope to see you […]