Free Family Activity Day with Wessex Water
2023-08-31 10:30 - 15:30 (Europe/London) | Chippenham Museum, 9-10 Market Pl, Chippenham, SN15 3HF, United Kingdom
Get involved with fun games and activities whilst learning about the water cycle, climate change and river quality.
As part of our summer series of free family creative activities we are pleased to have partnered with Wessex Water Community Connectors.
Join the Community Connectors’ Education Advisors to find out about where our water comes from and what happens to our wastewater.
For the grown-ups, there will be information on the range of support available if you are struggling with the cost of living and the extra help on offer through the Priority Services Register.
Free, there’s no need to book, drop-in 10.30am – 3.30pm.
If you’d like more information from Wessex Water Community Connectors, email education@wessexwater.co.uk

Tell Your Story: End of project gig
2023-08-31 15:30 - 17:00 | Neeld Community & Arts Centre, The Neeld, High Street, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3ER, United Kingdom
An acoustic gig from Riverbank Studios to celebrate the end of the Tell Your Story project. Open to those who attended the workshops – and anyone else who’d like to join us!

Talk - The 1921 Census: Highlights and Top Tips
2023-08-31 18:30 - 19:30 | Chippenham Museum, 9-10 Market Pl, Chippenham, SN15 3HF, United Kingdom
Join us for the final free talk in our summer series linked to our current exhibition ‘Chippenham Between the Wars’ as we are joined by Dr. Jessamy Carlson from The National Archives.
In this talk, Dr. Jessamy Carlson, will talk about the recent release of the 1921 Census, discuss the findings to date, and share some top tips for making the most of this genealogical resource.
The museum will be open until 6.30pm so visitors can enjoy the exhibition before the talk.
Dr. Jessamy Carlson leads the Community & Transport team in the Collections Expertise & Engagement department at The National Archives.
Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/talk-the-1921-census-highlights-and-top-tips-tickets-658281667187

Back to School Mindfulness and Meditation Workshop
2023-09-01 10:00 - 12:00 | Platinum House, Chippenham, 35 Market Place, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3HT, United Kingdom
Returning to school after the summer holidays can be a daunting prospect for many.
It can cause stress, anxiety and unease.
Perhaps your child is moving up to a secondary school.
Perhaps they are moving to a different school.
Perhaps your child is sensitive to change and finds it difficult to deal with.
Perhaps their experience of being at school is not always enjoyable.
Perhaps they just need a space in which they can re-charge and re-set their mind for the new school year.
I understand how stressful and demanding the transition can be both for children and parents.
This summer I’d like to help you make the experience a bit easier, smoother and less stressful.
That’s why we’ve decided to hold a mindfulness and meditation workshop.
What would it be like to spend 2 hours in a space in which your child can totally relax, escape their worries, be free of anxiety and stress ?
What would it be like for you and your child to spend 2 hours exploring your ability to find peace through fun mindful activities and games, through listening to soothing sounds and a guided visualisation?
What would it be like to learn techniques which can help you and your children ease their anxiety helping them manage their return to school better?
What would it feel like to be with your child, be truly present with them and create genuine connection for you so that you can support them during the transition back to school and beyond?
Our mindfulness and meditation workshop for parents and children offers just that.
I’m Katerina, founder of MindCraft, and at the very end of the summer holidays I bring you a unique workshop for children and their parents. My workshop is designed to support children, young teens and their parents who:
– find the transition back to school after the summer holidays a challenge
– suffer from anxiety, stress or overwhelm
are sensitive to change. New environments and people can cause anxiety and distress
are curious about mindfulness and meditation
– would like to learn tools and techniques to ease anxiety and stress
-look for a safe, supportive and non-judgemental space
– need to unwind and relax after a busy summer
– struggle with self-confidence
Tickets are £10 per child and £20 per adult. Book tickets here.

Yanni’s Old Skool Reggae Night
2023-09-02 20:00 - 2023-09-03 01:00 | Neeld Community & Arts Centre, The Neeld, High Street, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3ER, United Kingdom
Join Yanni as he hosts an old skool reggae night with all your favourite tunes. The bar will be open and local reggae legend Super T will be heading up the DJ set.
Under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
Please note, this is a standing event.
Last entry 11pm
£10 Advance, £12 on the door

Relationship Fraudsters
2023-09-04 09:00 - 15:00 | Chippenham Community Hub
Pop into the Community Hub and find out more about their project with Wiltshire Police or visit www.takefive-stopfraud.org.uk.

Allsorts Community Choir
2023-09-05 19:30 - 21:00 | Sheldon Methodist Church, Audley Road, SN14 0DU
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, 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).

diddi dance NEW Intergenerational dance class
2023-09-06 10:00 - 10:45 | Flowers Manor Care Home, Wood Lane, Chippenham, SN15 3DQ
NEW Intergenerational pre-school dance class at Flowers Manor Care Home, Chippenham Thursdays at 10am
A fantastic opportunity for children and parents to take part in a diddi dance class in a caring and supportive environment with older adults and their carers.
At diddi dance we realise and encourage endless enthusiasm and energy in an action packed, full of fun 45-minute dance class.
Classes are suitable for children when they are steady on their feet, so to see if your toddler will enjoy it why not contact your local diddi dance today to book a trial.
*FREE drink and biscuit after the session with the residents (optional)
Parents and carers are encouraged to join in and share the enjoyment with their diddi dancer. Week after week you will soon see their confidence blossom. We do realise that some toddlers are more confident than others and this is why we offer a trial, so you can be confident it’s a class they’ll enjoy. Bookings are then taken in half term blocks instead of having to book for a whole term.
Email caroline.steele@diddidance.com for further information.

Peter Potworowski: West Country Exile
2023-09-09 10:00 - 2023-11-11 16:00 | Chippenham Museum, 9-10 Market Pl, Chippenham, SN15 3HF, United Kingdom
Born in Poland in 1898, Peter Potworowski was part of the Parisian Artistic community of the 1920s that included the likes of Picasso, Bonnard, and Léger. After the Nazi-occupation of his home-land Potworowski settled in England in 1943, beginning a long association with the West Country.
The majority of works in this selling exhibition are from his time living in Cornwall, Devon, Somerset and Wiltshire. In 1949 he joined the teaching staff at the Bath Academy of Art, Corsham, where his own work as an artist matured in contact with the English landscape.
Chippenham Museum, a Chippenham Town Council facility, is free entry, open Monday-Saturday 10am-4pm, including bank holidays.

Chippenham Sea Cadets Summer Fair
2023-09-09 11:00 - 17:00 | Chippenham Sea Cadets, Long Close, Chippenham
Join us for lots of fun & help raise money to keep our unit going.

bouncy castle
hook a duck
childrens rides
tombola
games
live music
stalls
yummy food • and much more!

61 Long Close, Chippenham, SN15 3LA

Live at the Yelde - Saili Katebe
2023-09-09 19:30 | The Yelde Hall
Saili Katebe – The Blissful Nomad is a writer, performer and workshop facilitator. Born in Zambia and now based in the South West of England, his work celebrates language and the power of story.
Author of his debut poetry Pamphlet, “Katabasis”, published by Frosted Fire Press, his work has been featured on BBC Arts and BBC Radio Bristol.
From commissions to collaboration, he looks for opportunities to explore and express the nuances of moving through the world.
“Saili’s work is profoundly personal, skilful and abundant with narrative and raw feeling. His creative energy is laced with hope and a sense of possibility. He draws on his rich heritage and experiences as a black person living in rural England to craft stunning poems that are moving and vibrant on both the stage and the page.” Irisi Magazine
‘One of the most captivating poets that I’ve seen over the last few years .” Matt Abbott
£7.50 (in advance or cash only on the night)

Norm’s Thrift Market
2023-09-10 10:00 - 12:00 | Cousin Norman’s, 5 Union Road, Chippenham, SN15 1HW
Indoor thrift market 10am to 2pm – pre-loved items, kids clothes & shoes, makers & crafters. FREE entry.
*If you are interested in having a stall – email cousin.normz@gmail.com with THRIFT MARKET as the title. Community groups and charities welcome.

Holiday Fraudsters
2023-09-11 09:00 - 15:00 | Chippenham Community Hub
Pop into the Community Hub to find out more or visit www.takefive-stopfraud.org.uk.

Chippenham Film Club September feature
2023-09-11 19:30 - 22:30 | The Reel Cinema, 91 Marshfield Rd, Chippenham, SN15 1JR, United Kingdom
Proxima stars Eva Green as Sarah, a woman trying to balance work and family life. As she prepares for a year-long stint on the International Space Station, she also tries to prepare her eight-year-old daughter Stella (Zélie Boulant), for life without her.
The film also stars Lars Eidinger as Thomas, her ex-husband and Stella’s father and Matt Dillon as Mike, her colleague. Mike is initially dismissive of her abilities as an astronaut but with his help, and Sandra Huller as Wendy, a psychologist, Sarah and Stella find their way through the complexities of the situation.
Chippenham Film Club provides entertaining, interesting and thought-provoking cinema in Chippenham. Find out more about the club on our website – chippenhamfilmclub.co.uk

Got Grenache? A Celebration Of International Grenache Day At Wine Monkey
2023-09-12 19:00 - 21:00 | Wine Monkey, 20 Borough Parade, Chippenham, SN15 3WL, United Kingdom
Join us at Wine Monkey on Tue, 12 Sep for a celebration of International Grenache Day! Get ready to indulge in the finest selection of Grenache wines from our collection.
Tuesday, 12 September from 7:00-9:00pm
20 Borough Parade, Chippenham, SN15 3WL
Immerse yourself in a vibrant atmosphere as you sip on exquisite Grenache wines, known for their bold flavours and versatility. Whether you’re a wine enthusiast or just looking for a fun evening out, this event promises a memorable experience.
Discover new favourites, meet fellow wine lovers, and enjoy the charming ambiance of Wine Monkey. Our wine expert will guide you through the tasting journey, sharing interesting facts and stories about the featured wines and serving delectable paired canapés to further enhance your experience.
Don’t miss out on this fantastic event celebrating the beloved Grenache grape. Grab your friends and join us at Wine Monkey for a night filled with great wine and great company!
Afterwards, the bar and shop will be open exclusively for you to continue the evening, all while enjoying a 10% discount on wines to drink in or take away. It promises to be an unforgettable experience!
Book your ticket online or direct by contacting us via email thecellar@winemonkey.co.uk or phone 01249 249804.
*Please let us know when booking of any dietary requirements.*

Heritage Day - Open Day Events @ The Cause Venue
2023-09-16 | The Cause Music and Arts Centre, 42 The Causeway, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3DD, United Kingdom
The Cause Venue are holding an open day to celebrate National Heritage Day on Saturday 16th September.
Take a look around the Venue and see the original site of the Quaker meeting house and the beautiful former Methodist church – now an auditorium.
Why not also join one of the free singing sessions during the day & come to our evening Showcase?
12 – 12.30am Singalong group – Norma leads our Tuesday afternoon singing group and will be giving a free demonstration of the group. Join in or come and see.
2 – 3pm Choir free workshop. What is it like to sing in a community choir? What is it like to sing in a world music choir? Do you like singing but don’t know where to begin? Come along and see how we learn and how you can sing in a choir without having to read music or have much prior experience.
7.30 – 9.30pm Showcase. The two choirs who rehearse weekly at The Cause, Lingmara World Music choir and Chippenham Gospel Choir, will give demonstrations and performances of some of their varied repertoire. Full bar. Entrance £5 – tickets on door

The Cause Venue is a community centre for quality choirs, music, visual and performing arts, crafts, fitness, Buddhist and Quaker meetings.
www.thecausevenue.com

Chippenham parkrun
2023-09-16 09:00 - 10:00 | Monkton Park, Chippenham
A free, weekly, timed 5k run, jog or walk in the park.
Organised by local volunteers, the 5k parkrun event encourages individuals and groups to meet their mental as well as physical health goals in a friendly community atmosphere.
We have runners out to beat the course record, their own Personal Best and meet with friends as well as walkers out to do almost exactly the same!

Heritage Open Days: Chippenham's Heritage Quarter
2023-09-16 10:00 - 16:00 | Chippenham Museum, 9-10 Market Pl, Chippenham, SN15 3HF, United Kingdom
Unwrap Chippenham’s creativity and explore Chippenham’s Heritage Quarter for Heritage Open Days!
With a range of open doors, tours, walks, art exhibitions & street performances to enjoy. For a full programme of events visit our website or drop into the museum.
All events are free but some require pre-booking. Please visit our website or view our programme for more details.

Carbon Measuring at the Tiny Forest Monkton Park
2023-09-16 14:00 - 15:30 | Tiny Forest at Monkton Park, 22 Station Hill, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3QF, United Kingdom
It’s Carbon Measuring week from 16th -24th September at the Tiny Forest, Monkton Park and we need your help!
Any time over the week go down to the Tiny Forest and measure the trees with the silver circle numbers and upload the information at https://tinyforest.earthwatch.org.uk/carbon-week or come along on Saturday 16th September between 14:00-15:30, bring a tape measure and smart phone if you have them, if not paper copies and tape measures will be available.
We also need people to clear the surrounding weeds so we can get to the trees.
Hope to see you there, last year was a great success and it will be good to get the comparison data, the trees are growing really well as you can see in the above photo.

Chippenham Roller Disco
2023-09-16 16:00 - 17:30 | The Olympiad
We’re delighted to welcome you to Chippenham Roller disco, at the Olympiad Leisure Centre on Saturday 16th September.
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 of £7.
Buy tickets here

Chippenham Half Marathon & Family Fun Day
2023-09-17 09:30 - 15:30 | Chippenham Sports Club
Come and join us for our Chippenham Half Marathon and family fun day at Chippenham Sports Club on Sunday 17th September.
There will be a variety of sports on offer to try out for free and we have lots of activities for the children, some shown in the photos below as well as much more.

FREE ENTRY 9.30am – 3pm. Bar open all day.
You can park in the football car park from 9.45pm onwards.

Accoustic Country
2023-09-17 15:00 - 17:00 | The Gladstone Arms, 34 Gladstone Arms, Chippenham, SN15 3BW, United Kingdom
A relaxed afternoon of Acoustic Country music in the Garden at The Gladstone 3pm-5pm

Writing, Publishing and the Secrets of Success
2023-09-18 19:30 - 21:00 | Chippenham Library
Join our local Wiltshire writers Rachel Brimble, L.B. Griffin and JS. (Jane) Lark as they let us into the secrets of successfully writing and publishing a novel.

Doorway's Supermarket Sweep
2023-09-24 | Chippenham
Sign up to Doorways Supermarket Sweep cycling fundraising event – taking place on Sunday 24th September, there are a few routes for all abilities, including a gentle family friendly route starting in John Coles Park cycling to Morrisons, and routes of 25 miles and 45 miles for those wanting to get the miles in and challenge themselves, why not get your family, friends and work colleagues to sponsor you!?
All the routes incorporate stops at Supermarkets where you can buy some items off our shopping list to restock our food bank and then cycle to the finish point at Cousin Norman’s to continue the fundraising with a delicious BBQ (included in the ticket price) and a fantastic silent auction to help raise even more for Doorway.
If this is sounding like it could be fun and you want to take part but its missing a little something…….here is what the final little surprise might be….you don’t have to worry if you don’t have any lycra cycling shorts…we encourage you to dress up, wear something fun, bright and colourful and you could win a prize for the best dressed.
It’s going to be a fun day for all with plenty of entertainment after the hard work of cycling and raising money for Doorway.

Chippenham & District Artists Exhibition and Sale
2023-09-25 10:00 - 2023-09-30 16:00 | The Yelde Hall
Don’t miss the Chippenham and District Artists’ Exhibition and sale of paintings at the Yelde Hall until Saturday 30th September.
Lots of beautiful paintings, prints and greetings cards for sale. We hope to see you!
www.chippenhamartists.co.uk

Wine Tasting Series #2
2023-09-26 19:00 - 21:00 | Wine Monkey, 20 Borough Parade, Chippenham, SN15 3WL, United Kingdom
“A Producer Showcase: The Organic Wines of Mas Baux” – Roussillon wines with specially selected food pairings
Where Bryan’s very first venture into the wine world began, join him and the team to learn about this incredible “diamond in the rough” vineyard and their small-yield artisan wine production. Discover the artistry of winemaking as you taste a curated selection of their finest wines. Whether you’re a wine enthusiast or just looking for a fun evening out, come experience the essence of French terroir right here in Chippenham.
Tuesday, 26 September @ 7:00-9:00pm
£26 per person
6 wines with paired canapés
Afterwards, the bar and shop will be open exclusively for you to continue the evening, all while enjoying a 10% discount on wines to drink in or take away. It promises to be an unforgettable experience!

Seniors Strong Class
2023-09-28 09:15 - 10:15 | Chippenham Sports Club
NEW Class for the over 50’s starting Thursday 28th September at Chippenham Sports Club 9:15am to 10am
As we age we naturally lose strength, balance and muscle. This class will help improve all of those things and more!
New research suggests the amount of muscle someone has determines how long they will live. So it’s important to maintain and build muscle.
We all want to live a healthy and active life for as long as we can.
Strength training;

Preserves muscle size and strength
Preserves Bone Density
Lowers the risk of falls
Improves mobility
Improves insulin sensitivity
Helps you stay fit and functional, so you can do the things you enjoy! 😊

Seniors Strong™ is a functional strength, cardio, and mobility class designed to improve cardiovascular fitness and functional fitness for older adults.
Seniors Strong is a modern, inspiring and fresh class for older adults
Exercising within a group is motivating, fun and sociable.
Bring a couple of tins, filled water bottles or some dumbbells (if you have them.)
You will learn the correct technique for exercise and you can also practice at home too! 😉
FIRST CLASS FREE!
Then £7 per class (block booking will be available at a discounted rate.)
Booking is essential as spaces are limited.
Please message/email or text me and I will send you the online registration form.

FLexercise
2023-09-28 11:30 | Pewsham Community Centre, Lodge Road, Chippenham, SN5 3SY
Gentle and effective fitness classes. FLexercise is a blend of low-impact aerobics, stretching/flexing and strength work. Beginners welcome at this friendly class.
Thursdays (term-time only) at 11.30am for 45 mins at Pewsham Community Centre, Lodge Road, SN15 3SY.
Cost: £5 pay on arrival.
Website: www.fl-exercise.com
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The Absurdity of the Unoccupied - A Culture Cafe Talk
2023-09-29 17:30 - 18:30 | The Cause Music and Arts Centre, 42 The Causeway, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3DD, United Kingdom
Culture Cafe’s are back! Starting with local photographer Gerard Hilderly in association with Doorway homelessness charity.
The Absurdity of the Unoccupied is a socially engaged photography project that observes the existence of properties left permanently empty. Developed over 2 years, the photography questions the ongoing preservation of such buildings and the detrimental effect upon the local community.
Informed by the work of Allan Sekula and Peter Kennard, the work aims to challenge economic influence and the conventions of power.
A 30 minute talk with Q and A
Bar available. The Cause Music Cafe to follow (£5)

Cause Music Cafe
2023-09-29 19:00 - 21:30 | Cause Arts Centre, 42 The Causeway, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3DD, United Kingdom
A great evening of 6 different musical acts playing Jazz, Folk and classic pop.
