Allsorts Community Choir
2025-01-14 19:30 - 21:00, 2025-01-21 19:30 - 21:00 (Europe/London) | 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).

Teen Drama Improv - HALF PRICE TERM
2025-01-15 17:30 - 19:00, 2025-01-22 17:30 - 19:00 | St Pauls church hall, Malmesbury rd, Malmesbury Rd, Chippenham, SN15 1PW, United Kingdom
We’re back!
For ages 13+ – (mature aged 12’s welcome) you can do art and design or acting improvisation next door.
Delivered in 10 week blocks
For 12-17yrs: 5.30pm – 7pm at St Pauls Church Hall, Malmesbury Rd Chippenham – AN EXTRA HOUR YOUTH CLUB FOR THE FIRST 5 WEEKS!
Term 2: January 8th 2025 – Feb 5th 2025/ Feb 26th -March 26th 2025 (HALF PRICE TERM AND EXTRA HOUR YOUTH CLUB IN JAN)
Term 3: April 23rd – May 21st/ June 4th – July 2nd 2025
We won’t be doing shows in this session, but honing our improvisation skills and maybe doing a gig to a paying audience, for those who want to take this leap. If your’e keen and able, you’ll be asked to join our Saturday Theatre Company to work with the adults 🤩
Taught by professional actor Jim Coupland and workshop assistant Izzy Perkins. Come along and learn how to think on your feet, respond and listen and make up scenes using just your brilliant mind and spontaneous ideas.
Sign up here: https://forms.gle/DeoX5iKNMPpAboHN7
Do the first session before paying if you like – but we’ll need your info if you’re new please. (N/B If you have an EHCP we will need to see this before enrolling you and discuss if we’re able to support your needs )
Subsidised by Wiltshire Council’s Chippenham Area board and Kington Langley Arts Society. Helping us keep our sessions well resourced and our staff to student ratio high, to fully support those attending. With huge thanks.

Drama Tots Rising Stars (for children age 18 months - 3 years)
2025-01-16 10:00 - 10:40, 2025-01-23 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.

Drama Tots Bright Stars (for children age 3-5 years)
2025-01-16 11:00 - 11:45, 2025-01-23 11:00 - 11:45 | Langley Burell Village Hall, Langley Burrell, Chippenham, SN15 4LL, United Kingdom

Wellbeing
2025-01-16 12:30, 2025-01-23 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.

Dick Whittington
2025-01-16 19:30 - 2025-01-18 19:30 | Neeld Community & Arts Centre, The Neeld, High Street, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3ER, United Kingdom
Dick Whittington comes alive on stage at The Neeld, in January 2025!
We follow the adventures of Dick Whittington on his search for fame, fortune and romance. However, he finds the streets of London are covered in rat droppings, not gold as Queen Rat tries to take over with her rodent army. Watch the fun unfold as he befriends Fairy Bow Bells, Dame Dotty, her daughter Penny, Captain Cockles, and his First Mate Matty.
Tickets: Standard from £17* | Concessions (under 12s) from £10*

Sparkly Singers
2025-01-16 20:00 - 21:15, 2025-01-23 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.

Saturday Stretch with FLexercise - 45 minute adult exercise class
2025-01-18 09:00 - 09:45, 2025-01-25 09:00 - 09:45 | Sheldon School, Hardenhuish Lane, SN14 6HJ
Simple aerobics (for cardio benefit), lots of stretching, strength work with small weights and Pilates-style routines on a mat. Beginners welcome.

Come & Meet Wessex Water
2025-01-20 10:00 - 12:00 | Chippenham Library
Do you have a query about your water bill, how to save water and prevent blockages, or your water and sewerage services?
Wessex Water will be holding drop-in sessions at Chippenham Library on Monday 20 January 2025, 17 March and 12 May to answer all of your water related questions. These sessions will run between 10am-12pm and 1pm-2pm.
To find out more, visit: https://www.wessexwater.co.uk/community-drop-ins

Exhibition: Spotlight On 4 - Modern and Contemporary Art from the Collection of Chippenham Museum
2025-01-20 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.

Sparkly Lite singing group
2025-01-20 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.

Come and meet wessex water in Chippenham
2025-01-20 13:00 - 14:00 | Chippenham Library
Our sessions, which are being held at locations across our water supply area, will give you the chance to speak with a Customer Adviser who will act as the point of contact for your local community.
They can:

Answer questions about your bill
Refer you for support if you are struggling to pay your bill
Provide advice on saving water and avoiding blockages
Answer questions about water quality, plumbing and drainage.

Drama improvisation 18+
2025-01-20 19:00 - 21:00 | The Cause Music and Arts Centre, 42 The Causeway, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3DD, United Kingdom
‘The most fun I have all week – I haven’t laughed so much in ages’
Alternate Monday’s at the Cause Arts Centre 7-9pm
Improvisation Workshops delivered by Laura.
If you’re interested but not sure what it is – just come and watch a session and have a cup of tea!
Come and join a lovely bunch of local budding thespians, who like to mess about, play games, take part in drama exercises and generally have fun while learning how to think on the spot, make up scenes and not be restricted by the script.
You’ll explore scenes, develop strong characters then improvise the content with some idea of the outcomes – Mike Leigh style. Some of our short form games are like ‘Who’s line is it anyway’ if you’re old enough to remember that!
If you have always wanted to try some drama, but are not sure that you want to commit, just pop in and do the bits that you want to, or just come and watch a session. We’d love you to join us – and can guarantee that you’ll meet some brilliant and supportive people along the way.

Basic introduction, get to know each other, ground rules for improv and how to let your brain avoid filtering (too much)
Introduction to creating characters to use in scenes – emphasis on the physical. Levels of performance style – 1-10
Further character development – using the voice to compliment the physical. Tone, pitch, accent. Introducing costume for characters.
How to respond to offers and add value to a scene. Can we develop a plot using the people that we have found?
What do we need to do to become more believable? What clues can other actors give each other when in an improvised scene?
Feedback – audience to watch. Teens invited to join us.

£65 for 5 week blocks
Block 1 – Monday January 6th and 20th, Feb 3rd, March 3rd and 17th
Block 2 – Monday April 7th, May 19th, June 2nd and 16th July 7th.
(Thursday evening Improv Slams also running at the Old Road Tavern 7.30 – 9pm £10 – drop in on second Thursday of the month if you can’t commit to blocks and want to do short form only. January 9th, Feb 13th, March 13th, April 10th, May 8th, June 12th. No booking needed)

Beginners Art workshops
2025-01-21 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
2025-01-21 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

The Village Singers
2025-01-21 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.

Unarmed - Two Day Stage Combat Course
2025-01-22 10:00 - 18:00 | St Peter’s Church Hall, Lords Mead, Chippenham, SN14 0LL
Looking for something for your young one to do this half term? Look no further!
Step Into the shoes of your heroes as you learn to punch, kick and grapple for the stage! Specifically tailored for ages 10-17, this stage combat course covers all of the introductory unarmed techniques for beginners.
This two day Unarmed course will teach you important skills and build your confidence, communication and teamwork.
Across the two days you will learn the basics, be taught a section of choreography, add a script, mould this into a scene, and finally perform your scene for an examiner on the final day. Once you have successfully completed your training we will grant you a Foundation Stage Combat Certificate which will be presented to you.
Book now to secure your place on this fun and exciting exploration through the world of performance combat.

Waverley Album Listening Club
2025-01-22 19:30 - 23:00 | The Waverley, Chippenham, United Kingdom
Monthly fundraiser event for Dorothy House Hospice.
January 2025
WAVERLEY ALBUM LISTENING CLUB
The first 2025 WALC fund-raising event for Dorothy House Hospice, will be held as usual at The Waverley, Chippenham on Wednesday 22nd January, starting at 7.30pm with the first stylus drop around 8pm.
We will start the year with a ‘prog rock’ flavour and will be listening to a record that was suggested and requested by a couple of people at the October 2024 WALC, namely ‘A Trick Of The Tail’ from 1976 – the tricky first Genesis album released after Peter Gabriel left the band in 1974.
Alongside this we will listen to ‘Mirror In Blue Light’ the excellent debut vinyl album by Bristol-based band Pocket Sun which was released in September 2024. Members of the band will be attending to talk about their music and will have merchandise available to buy.

Alzheimer's Support Memory Cafe, Chippenham
2025-01-23 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
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.
If this is your first time then please call us on 01380 739055. If you are a regular visitor to our cafe just turn up!
We look forward to seeing you soon.
Please note, to help towards our costs we ask everyone to pay £4.50 on the door.

Aftermirth Comedy Show
2025-01-25 11:00 - 12:30 | Neeld Community & Arts Centre, The Neeld, High Street, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3ER, United Kingdom
Do you own a baby? Are you sick of singing cute songs? Do you want grown-up laughs?
Then look no further. ‘Aftermirth’ do adult, sweary comedy, especially for new parents. Join us for our daytime comedy gigs at our glorious venues, where you can catch top national circuit comedians and have a lovely time. We don’t mind if your babies (or you) cry either.
We welcome babies up to 12 months old, please don’t bring older children as they tend to heckle.
All the acts were brilliant, came away feeling so uplifted. Best medicine ever!’ George Southville
‘The best thing I did during maternity leave’ Jo Redland
‘Something for myself that’s still baby friendly, I’ll defo be going again’ Ellie Easton
‘So good, it was worth having a second baby for’ Kate, Bishopston

Renew You: Wellness Day
2025-01-25 12:00 - 16:30 | Rotary Hall, 18B Station Hill, Chippenham, SN15 1EG, United Kingdom
Rotaract Chippenham are holding their first event for 18-30 year olds to try new workout classes and have a moment of zen this January.
Get ready to kick off the New Year with an exciting opportunity to try something new! ReNew You: Wellness Day is here, hosted by Rotaract Chippenham – a community group for young adults (ages 18-30) who want to get involved with the local community, connect with others, and make a positive impact.
This event is all about discovering new activities in a welcoming space where you can unwind, recharge, and maybe even find your next hobby! Each 45-minute session is designed for beginners, followed by 15 minutes to chat, connect, and enjoy a warm cup of tea or coffee with fellow participants.
Whether you’re looking to meet new people, learn new skills, or simply take a breather from the January hustle, ReNew You: Wellness Day has something for everyone. So come along, explore a new class, and join us in making this first event an experience to remember!

Chippenham Roller Disco
2025-01-25 16:00 - 17:30 | The Olympiad
We’re delighted to welcome you back to Chippenham Roller disco roller disco, at the Olympiad Leisure Centre.
Join us for skating fun, games and great music, hosted by our volunteer marshal team who work hard so you can skate safely. Bring your own skates or borrow ours – hire skates and safety kit (strongly recommended!) are included in the ticket price.
Get your tickets here: https://elevenrollerdisco.org/booking/

4 Stars Dance – Throwback
2025-01-26 14:00 - 16:00 | Neeld Community & Arts Centre, The Neeld, High Street, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3ER, United Kingdom
4Stars Dance invites you to celebrate our 10th anniversary with an evening of dancing.
Join us as we embark on a journey recreating some of our favourite pieces from over the years.
We can’t wait to share these magical memories brought to life at ‘4 Stars Throwback’ in 2025!
Tickets: Standard £11.50 | Over 65s & children under 5 £10.00
Duration: 2 hours
Please contact the venue for any access requirements.
Tickets are also available through our Box Office on 01249 446699, from the Neeld Box Office or at the Town Hall.
Tickets are non-refundable unless this event is cancelled or postponed
