CRAZY CRAFTING - FANCY DRESS AT THE HUB
2022-10-24 10:00 - 13:00 (Europe/London) | Chippenham Community Hub
Please come dressed in your own creative Halloween outfits to enter the Fancy Dress Competition. No shop bought will be judged.
One hour sessions which must be book at the Hub. 10 spaces per sessions from:
10am to 11am
11am to 12 Noon
12pm to 1.00pm
Making 👻 and 🕷 and lots of treats.

October Half-Term
2022-10-25 10:30 - 15:30 | Chippenham Museum, 9-10 Market Pl, Chippenham, SN15 3HF, United Kingdom
Discover climate stories from our collection throughout the museum this half term, and enjoy free family activities with an environmental twist.
Half-Term Family Activity: Paper Frame Decorating
Decorate your own paper frame, inspired by our RPS Documentary Photographer of the Year Exhibition. This activity will use scrap materials from past workshops, and the end product will be fully recyclable, making our session environmentally friendly.

Not-so-Spooky Stories and craft activities at Chippenham Library
2022-10-25 14:00 - 14:45 | Chippenham Library
Not-so-Spooky Stories and craft activities at Chippenham Library on Tuesday 25th October 2-2.45pm for children aged 4 – 11.
Come along and listen to some slightly spooky stories and try our craft activity.
Places limited so book early to avoid disappointment on 01249 650536 or drop into the library.

Music for the Mind Chippenham
2022-10-27 10:30 - 12:00 | Sheldon Methodist Church, Audley Road, SN14 0DU
Music for the Mind is uplifting and hugely beneficial for people living with dementia and their care partners alike.
The Chippenham group meets fortnightly on Thursday mornings at Sheldon Road Methodist Church. We gather from 10.30am for social time and a chance to catch up before the vocal warm-ups and singing starts at 11am.
Please note, to help towards our costs, we ask everyone to pay £2.50 on the door.
To come along or find out more please fill in the enquiry form on the Alzheimers Support website.
Visit our weekly events page to find other local events and check if there are any changes.

Half-Term Family Activity: Scrap Monsters
2022-10-27 10:30 - 15:30 | Chippenham Museum, 9-10 Market Pl, Chippenham, SN15 3HF, United Kingdom
Discover climate stories from our collection throughout the museum this half term, and enjoy free family activities with an environmental twist.
Create your own scrap monsters ready for Halloween. This activity will use scrap materials from past workshops, and the end product will be fully recyclable, making our session environmentally friendly.

Kundalini Yoga Class
2022-10-27 18:15 - 19:15 | Vitality Rooms, 4b Cavalier Court, Bumpers Way, Chippenham, SN14 6LH
Come along at 6.15pm to 7.15pm at The Vitality Rooms Chippenham for an hour long Kundalini Yoga session to be elevated physically and mentally.
We will practice a simple and peaceful set of exercises, finishing with deep relaxation and a short meditation to calm the heart.
It is for everyone, whether you are completely new to yoga or have been practicing for a while.
For more information visit my Facebook page or to book a space email Sat Dharam Kaur at satdharamky@gmail.com.

Donation for a Valuation!
2022-10-28 10:00 - 16:00 | King Alfred Hall, Market Place, Chippenham, SN15 3HT
Do you have any hidden treasures around the house or in the attic?
BBC’s Antiques Roadshow specialists Marc Allum and Lisa Lloyd are kindly doing a charity ‘Donation for a Valuation’ day at the King Alfred Hall, near St Andrews Church.
There will also be tea, coffee cake and additional stalls. Money raised will go towards the ‘Save Chippenham, Stop the Sprawl’ Campaign.

Music cafe
2022-10-28 19:00 - 21:30 | Cause Arts Centre, 42 The Causeway, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3DD, United Kingdom
Live music with a variety of performers and songs from jazz, folk, blues, classic and pop in a relaxed show with full bar.

Halloween Family Disco
2022-10-28 19:00 - 22:00 | Neeld Community & Arts Centre, The Neeld, High Street, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3ER, United Kingdom
Calling all witches, wizards, vampires, zombies, ghosts and ghouls!
Join us at The Neeld this Halloween for a spooktacular night. Booooooo-gie the night away with a fangtastic disco suitable for all the family. Dress up in your spookiest, kookiest costumes and get ready to monster mash.
With snacks and drinks available from the bar and a DJ playing all your family favourites, our supernatural Halloween Disco is great fun for all the family.
Please note, children must be accompanied by an adult/carer at all times.
Adults: £10. Children (under 16): £5. Family of Four: £27.50
This is a standing event with limited, unreserved seating. 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 available at the Town Hall.
Tickets are non-refundable unless this event is cancelled or postponed.
For more information, please visit: https://neeld.co.uk/whats-on/halloween-family-disco/

Spooky Swimming Weekend
2022-10-29 - 2022-10-31 | Starfish Hydrotherapy Pool, Malmesbury Road, Chippenham, SN15 1QF, United Kingdom
Join us at Starfish Hydrotherapy Pool for a spook-tacular weekend of fun! The pool will be decorated, there’ll be spooky pools toys, a Halloween play list and a lucky dip for very child. Each session is 45 minutes long, allowing you plenty of time to enjoy our lovely warm water! Come and join in the fun!
£6 members/£7 non-members

Festive Glass Stars Workshop
2022-10-29 11:00 - 12:30 | Chippenham Museum, 9-10 Market Pl, Chippenham, SN15 3HF, United Kingdom
Join Chippenham based glass artist Mary Quarmby to make your own fused glass star decoration with these relaxed workshops at Chippenham Museum. The workshops are 1 ¼ hour, with four taking place during the Chippenham Town Council’s week-long Festival of Christmas.
Mary Quarmby
Website: https://maryquarmby.wixsite.com/maryquarmbyglass/about-me
Instagram: @quarmbymary

Murder Mystery Dinner
2022-10-29 18:00 - 23:00 | The Angel Hotel, Market Place, Chippenham, SN15 3HD
Murder Mystery Dinner at The Angel Hotel.
Everyone is having fun until someone gets killed…
Don’t be afraid to join us for a Halloween Murder Mystery Dinner.
For more information, please visit: https://www.visitwiltshire.co.uk/whats-on/murder-mystery-dinner-p3153523

Murder Mystery Dinner
2022-10-29 18:30 | The Angel Hotel, Market Place, Chippenham, SN15 3HD
Join the afterparty for a 3 Course Dinner to celebrate the release of blockbuster movie Little House of Horrors II.
£40.00 per person
Halloween dress code encouraged
with prize for best dressed.
Contact: reservations@angelhotelchippenham.co.uk to book places

Halloween Scavenger Hunt and Dr Bike
2022-10-30 11:00 - 15:00 | Monkton Park Estate
For spooky family fun in the October half-term, join our Halloween Scavenger Hunt in Monkton Park (near the 10th Hole Tearoom), Chippenham on Sunday 30th October between 11am and 3pm.
Pick up your entry sheet from the Connecting Wiltshire stall in the park on the day, find the clues and unscramble them to enter a scarily good prize draw.
Active travel information and giveaways available to help you walk, scoot and cycle. Dress up if you like, frightfully and warm. No booking necessary. Children under 8 to be accompanied by an adult. It will be a scream!
And if you cycle along, you can bring your bicycle to the Dr Bike event running alongside for a free bicycle health check!

Halloween Spooktacular
2022-10-30 14:30 - 17:00 | Neeld Community & Arts Centre, The Neeld, High Street, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3ER, United Kingdom
This Halloween Made to Measure Productions brings “HALLOWEEN SPOOKTACULAR” to the Neeld Community and Arts Centre.
You’ll need to get ready for rib-tickling laughter and bags of audience participation as you join our intrepid explorers on the Halloween Adventure of a lifetime!
Jam-packed with your favourite Halloween Hits and amazing ultra-violet puppetry, HALLOWEEN SPOOKTACULAR is guaranteed to bring a smile to children of all ages!
Adult £12, Child (under 16) £10.
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
For more information, please visit the Neeld Community and Arts Centre’s website.

Chippenham Art Group
2022-11-02 14:00 - 15:30 | King Alfred Hall, Market Place, Chippenham, SN15 3HT
The Chippenham Art Group will meet monthly on Wednesdays in King Alfred Hall, St Andrew’s Church in Chippenham Market Place. It’s led by artist Fran Young and organised by our experienced community services coordinator Pam Ollis.
Our art groups are friendly, relaxing, therapeutic and fun. People living with dementia and a family carer create their own art projects under Fran’s guidance with projects ranging from painting and drawing to collage, printing, crafts, clay modelling and more. We work at a leisurely pace with plenty of time for conversation and connection. No previous experience of art is necessary and everyone works at their own pace. People can also work on their own projects and develop their own ideas.
Family carers are welcome at the group as full members and encouraged to join in to create their own pieces of art. Trained volunteers are on hand to lend support as needed. If you’d like to volunteer at the group, please call Annie Clayton on 01986 624005 or email Annie.
If you’d like to come along as a group member, or for more information, please call Pam on 01380 739055, or book your place on the Alzheimers Support website.
This group is kindly part-funded by Chippenham Borough Lands Charity. Please note, to help towards our costs and materials we ask everyone to pay £4 ‘on the door’.
Visit our weekly events page to find other local events and check if there are any changes.

Soil and Stem pop up plant shop
2022-11-04 09:00 - 2022-11-05 15:00 | Goldiggers hair salon, Timber street, Chippenham, SN153BS, United Kingdom
Soil and Stem are pleased to announce our very first pop up shop at Goldiggers hair salon.
Friday 4th & Saturday 5th November 9am-3pm

West End has Faith
2022-11-04 19:30 - 22:30 | St Paul’s Church, Malmesbury Road, Chippenham, SN15 1PW, United Kingdom
Songs from the Musicals performed by a variety of singers from the West End shows, with their own stories of faith and life.

Julie July Band: The Sandy Denny Experience Tour
2022-11-04 20:00 | Neeld Community & Arts Centre, The Neeld, High Street, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3ER, United Kingdom
A celebration and tribute to Sandy Denny’s defining role in British Folk-Rock Music.
In Sandy’s brief career she left a legacy of beautiful, haunting original and traditional compositions. Richard Thompson called her – The greatest artist of her generation.
Inspired by Sandy’s work and the wider folk, rock and blues movements of the Sixties and Seventies. The band will also perform songs from their own self-penned Albums ‘Lady of the First Light’ and ‘Wonderland’.
The line-up features musicians with Folk-Rock roots Dik Cadbury from 1970’s Decameron (Bass, Vocals), Mick Candler – Decameron, Roll Movement (Drums), Steve Rezillo (Lead Guitarist), Caley Groves (Acoustic Guitarist), Carol Lee Sampson (Keyboards, Vocals) and Julie July (Vocals).
“Julie July and her band have delivered a first-rate collection of contemporary Folk-Rock music. Quality songs, superb vocals and forthright lyrics delivered with skill, technique and conviction. Perfectly conceived, recorded and superbly realised – this is proof that she is one of the brightest talents in the UK right now” John O’Regan Journalist & Broadcaster – fRoots, Living Tradition, LCCR.

For more information, please visit: https://www.bandsintown.com/e/102657422-julie-july-band-at-neeld-community-and-arts-centre

Ceramics Decorating Workshop
2022-11-05 10:30 - 12:30 | Chippenham Museum, 9-10 Market Pl, Chippenham, SN15 3HF, United Kingdom
Immerse yourself in a world of pattern, colour and collage. Join Mark from Blue Artemis at Chippenham Museum to hand decorate either a bone china mug or two Christmas baubles.
Booking & event details can be found here.
Blue Artemis
Website: https://www.blueartemis.com/
Instagram: @blueartemisdesign
Facebook: https://bit.ly/BlueArtemis

Christian Malford Bonfire & Firework Display
2022-11-05 17:30 - 22:30 | Christian Malford Meadow, SN15 4BQ
The Region’s Best Bonfire and Firework Experience.
The Village Bonfire and Firework Display has been running in the Village for the past 25 years plus. It has developed into one of the region’s biggest and best displays but still keeping its ‘Village’ feel. This is something the organisers strive to keep – a friendly, safe and real value for money event.
We have been extremely fortunate to have living within the village a fireworks expert who has designed and developed fireworks over many years. He is also is a special effects expert making many effects for theme parks and movies in the UK and abroad.
The event includes, free sparklers in safe area for kids, kids fair ground entertainment, full bar, hog roast + other food concessions, pizza, burgers, churros etc.
Free Parking – Advance Online Tickets Sales Only.
Gates open 17:30 hours – Bonfire lighting 18:30 fireworks after 19:30
Adults (16 yrs & Over) £10
Kids 5 – 15 yrs £5
Under 5 Free

Genesis Visible Touch: Abacab @ 40 (+1) Tour
2022-11-05 20:00 - 22:30 | Neeld Community & Arts Centre, The Neeld, High Street, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3ER, United Kingdom
Genesis Visible Touch are the ultimate Phil Collins-era Genesis show!
In 1981, Genesis released their iconic and ground-breaking album “Abacab”. To celebrate the 40th (+1 metre!) anniversary, GVT are touring in 2022 performing material from the album alongside hits like “Mama” and “Land Of Confusion”, as well as some favourites and old classics for good measure!
“The best exponents of Collins-fronted Genesis I’ve seen”
(Nick Davis, Genesis’ producer)
A ‘must see’ show!”
(Dave Hutchins, Genesis’ engineer on The Lamb…),
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 at the Town Hall.
Tickets are non-refundable unless this event is cancelled or postponed
For more information, please see: https://www.chippenham.gov.uk/event/genesis-visible-touch-abacab-40-1-tour

70's Disco
2022-11-11 19:30 - 23:00 | Neeld Community & Arts Centre, The Neeld, High Street, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3ER, United Kingdom
Step back to the era of disco dancing, punk rock, and soul music as The Neeld Community and Arts Centre becomes a retro haven for 70’s disco lovers.
We’re digging deep into our record collection to bring you hits from ABBA, Bee Gees, and Elton John to David Bowie, Diana Ross, and Queen!
Our Video DJ, Eventimate, will be bringing not only the music but also the classic music videos for a truly immersive experience.
Age 18+
Please note: Tickets are sold through our Box Office on 01249 446699, or at the town hall.
For more information, please visit: https://neeld.co.uk/whats-on/70s-disco/

Charity Aerobics Mash up for Springboard
2022-11-12 09:00 - 10:00 | Hardenhuish School, Hardenhuish Lane, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN14 6RJ, United Kingdom
Tickets are selling for our Charity Event for Springboard!
Aerobics MASH UP CLASS
Come and experience all the class styles we offer rolled into a one hour charity class and raise money for a fantastic cause too! You don’t have to be a member to participate and it’s suitable for all levels and abilities.
Where? Hardenhuish School Chippenham
When? 9am to 10am on 12th November

2 Tone All Ska
2022-11-12 19:00 | Constitutional Club, 36 Foghamshire, Chippenham, SN15 1HB, United Kingdom
2 Tone All Ska are back bringing you all your favourite ska hits!
For more information, please see: https://www.consticlub.co.uk/regular-events/

Charity Quiz Night
2022-11-12 19:00 - 22:00 | King Alfred Hall, Market Place, Chippenham, SN15 3HT
Come and support our charity quiz night for Springboard Chippenham.

Fantastic quiz host
Raffle tickets available on the night with some great prizes
Bring your own drinks and snacks
Prize for the winning team

Book your tickets via the Springboard Chippenham website here. £5 per person. Maximum of 6 in a team.

Chippenham Film Club November feature
2022-11-14 19:30 - 22:00 | Reel Cinema Chippenham, 91 Marshfield Road, Chippenham, SN15 1JR
Scarlett Johansson stars as a mysterious and seductive alien who prowls the streets of Glasgow in search of prey, unsuspecting men fall under her spell however, events lead her to begin a process of self-discovery.
The film received acclaim for Johansson’s performance, Johnathan Glazer’s direction, and Mica Levi’s score receiving numerous accolades and awards, was included in many best-of-the-decade lists, and was ranked 61st on the BBC’s 100 Greatest Films of the 21st Century list.

The Dazzling Diamonds - Drag Show
2022-11-18 19:30 - 21:30 | The Neeld
The Dazzling Diamonds are coming to Chippenham with their brand-new comedy variety drag show. The show is packed with high energy dance routines, spectacular live vocals, and side-splitting comedy sketches, not forgetting the spectacular costumes which are bound to leave your jaw on the floor!

Featuring favourite singalong songs from artists such as Cher, Adele, and Dolly Parton, as well as songs from some of your favourite movies, the show is certain to have something for everyone!
Receiving 5* reviews from audiences, The Dazzling Diamonds is a cast of three drag artists all of whom have performed internationally across Europe. Join Miss Lola Lush, Miss Alexis and Bailey La Creame for an unforgettable night filled to the brim with glamour, laughter, and fun. It’s guaranteed to be a night to remember!

For more information, please see: https://www.chippenham.gov.uk/event/the-dazzling-diamonds-drag-show

Chippenham & District Artists
2022-11-19 10:00 | Chippenham Museum, 9-10 Market Pl, Chippenham, SN15 3HF, United Kingdom
The Chippenham & District Artist Selling exhibition will be opening on 19 November at Chippenham Museum. Running until 3rd December, the exhibition is free entry for everyone.
You can find out more about Chippenham & District Artists through their website.
Chippenham Museum is open:
10 am- 4 pm
Monday- Friday
Find out more about current, past, and future exhibitions here.

Christmas Crafting Fair @ The Hub
2022-11-19 10:00 - 14:00 | Chippenham Community Hub
Beautiful, crafted gifts made by the people of the Chippenham Community Hub too raise funds to help keep the Hub sustainable whilst giving you the ability to buy quality Christmas Gifts.
