Sutton Benger Art & Music Festival
2022-07-15 18:30 - 2022-07-17 18:30 (Europe/London) | Sutton Benger Recreational Ground, SN15 4RP
Sutton Benger Arts Festival – hosted by BArts
Friday 15th, Saturday 16th, Sunday 17th July 2022.
This Arts Festival is a weekend of Live Music, Dance, Theatre, Art, Song, Workshops and Children’s Activities. Everything from Folk, Rock and Jazz, to circus skills, Art Exhibitions, Arts and Craft stalls, amusements and even a collection of cherished vehicles from the local area. Variety of food traders, beer tent and Gin and Prosecco bar available all weekend.
Festival line-up:
Folk Friday (ticketed event)
Three fantastic professional Folk bands all at one venue will open the festival. These are: FALSE LIGHTS, FLATS & SHARPS, and SUTHERING

Gates open 6.30pm
Tickets and more information available at www.bengerarts.org

Festival Saturday
Fun packed family day with the choice to participate in art, crafts, theatre and music workshops, strolling around the art exhibition, browsing through the arts and craft stalls, enjoying the fairground rides and getting involved in dancing a Ceilidh (Barn Dance) the finale of the day will be to sit back and enjoy fantastic live music on the stage provided by local bands:
MICK O’TOOLE, MY BELOVED MONSTER, AIMIE K and RUSTY MIKES

Gates open 11am.
Live music will start at approximately at 4pm.

Jazz Brunch Sunday
Come along and chill out by enjoying a delicious brunch box available to purchase from Canape Kitchen and even a cocktail, whilst listening to the wonderful Big Brunch Band.

Gates open 10.30am

Truly something for everyone.
Location: Sutton Benger Recreational Ground, Chestnut Road, Sutton Benger, Wiltshire, SN15 4RP. Wiltshire village located just off Junction 17 of M4. Closest railway station: Chippenham Station.

To keep up to date on the latest news and information follow BARTS – Sutton Benger Arts Festival Facebook page or for more information, to book tickets visit BArts Festival website www.bengerarts.org

Wiltshire's Woodland Biography: a new Ancient Woodland Inventory
2022-07-15 11:00 - 12:00 | Wiltshire & Swindon History Centre, Wiltshire & Swindon History Centre Cocklebury Rd, Chippenham, SN15 3QN
A talk with Euan Mckenzie (Ancient Woodland Inventory Officer at Wiltshire & Swindon Biological Record Centre)
The Ancient Woodland Inventory maps woodlands which are at least 400 years old. These irreplaceable habitats have been shaped by centuries of use for fuel and building materials, but many are now under-managed or threatened from development.
As part of a Natural England-led project, Wiltshire & Swindon Biological Records Centre (WSBRC) is gathering evidence to recreate the Inventory from scratch. This will include reviewing historical maps and documents held at WSHC, as well as field surveys for woodland plants and archaeology. The new Inventory will capture ancient woodlands that are currently undesignated and help to protect them for future generations.
This talk will explore the historical and ecological value of ancient woodlands, how we are approaching this significant piece of landscape history research, and how volunteers can get involved.
FREE but please book online.
As the county’s environmental records centre WSBRC has been collecting, collating, managing and interpreting biological data for over 40 years. We make this detailed information about the wildlife, sites, habitats and geology of Wiltshire & Swindon available to agreement holders, customers and the public. By providing a range of data services we ensure that the data we hold is used to help monitor and protect the counties wildlife and habitats. http://wsbrc.org.uk/about-us/
The Wiltshire and Swindon History Centre houses the county Wiltshire & Swindon Archive and Local Wiltshire Studies Library, Archaeology team, Wiltshire Buildings Record and the Conservation and Museums Advisory Service. https://wshc.org.uk/

Craft and Chat at Chippenham Library
2022-07-14 13:30 - 14:30 | Chippenham Library
Bring your knitting, crochet or other craft to the library and meet other creative people on the second Thursday of each month 1.30-2.30pm

Summer Pop Up Garden
2022-07-13 - 2022-09-12 | Chippenham Town Centre
From Wednesday 13 July – Monday 12 September, there will be a Summer Pop Up Garden in the marketplace for you to enjoy.
This has been funded by the Government’s Reopening High Streets Safely scheme to produce imaginative and impactful dressing projects in town centres.
So, make yourself comfy, take some time out to enjoy the garden, meet friends for a coffee, have a picnic or sit and read a book.

Chippenham Film Club's July Presentation
2022-07-11 19:30 - 21:30 | The Reel Cinema, 91 Marshfield Rd, Chippenham, SN15 1JR, United Kingdom
Chippenham Film Club’s next offering will be Sweet Bean, a lovely Japanese film starring the late Kirin Kiki.
Made in 2015, Sweet Bean tells the story of Sentaro, the manager of a pancake stall, who finds himself confronted with an odd but sympathetic elderly woman looking for work. A taste of her homemade red bean paste convinces him to hire her, which starts a relationship that is about much more than just street food.
Tickets are available through the film club’s website.

Chippenham Town Band 30th Anniversary concert
2022-07-10 14:00 - 16:00 | The Cause Music and Arts Centre, 42 The Causeway, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3DD, United Kingdom
Chippenham Town Band will be celebrating our 30th anniversary with a special concert on Sunday 10th July 2022, 2-4pm at The Cause in Chippenham.
It’s also a chance to celebrate 20 years of The Cause Music & Arts.
If you plan to attend please RSVP to norma@thecausevenue.com or telephone 01249 446893.

Cherished Vehicle & Family Fun Day
2022-07-10 11:00 - 17:00 | Meadow Farm Nurseries, Langley Burrell, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 4LW, United Kingdom
Chippenham Lions will be holding a Cherished Vehicle and Family Fun Day on Sunday 10 July.
We will have a large variety of attractions for all the family to enjoy! We expect to have more than 250 cherished cars attending as well as a performance arena, a fairground, local foods, craft, charity and trade stands.
The entrance fee is £7 for adults and under 10’s go free, all the money raised will go to Wiltshire Air Ambulance and relate to Lions Charities.
For more information, please visit: http://cvs.rocks/

Chippenham Lions - Cherished Vehicle & Family Fun Day
2022-07-10 11:00 - 16:00 | Meadow Farm Nurseries, Langley Burrell, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 4LW, United Kingdom
This is the tenth year we have held this event and it grows in size and popularity every year.
The site is in the Chippenham countryside with the Avon close by – and a couple of miles north of Chippenham and about three miles south of the M4 J17.
It has good access through wide lanes with plenty of easy parking – so why not make it a day out…
We will have a large variety of attractions for all the family to enjoy and we expect to have in excess of 250 cherished cars attending as well as a performance arena, a fairground, Local Foods, Craft, Charity and Trade Stands.
The entrance will be £7 for adults (children under 10 go free) and all money raised will go to Wiltshire Air Ambulance and Relate with Lions Charities – local, national and international.

Little Pickles Markets
2022-07-10 10:00 - 11:30 | Sheldon School Dance Studio, Sheldon School, Hardenhuish Lane, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN14 6HJ, United Kingdom
Buy and sell great quality baby & children’s clothes & equipment. From furniture to maternity clothes, books to toys, pushchairs to children’s clothes 0-5 years & much more!

Book your entry tickets – https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/little-pickles…/e-qqazva

Or reserve one of the last sellers spaces (nearly new or as a business) to make some money for Summer days out – https://bookthatin.com/link/IKSV9O

Summer Concert - WCO Goes to the Movies!
2022-07-09 19:30 | St Andrew’s Church, St Mary’s Street, Chippenham, SN15 3JN, United Kingdom
Join Wessex Concert Orchestra for our summer concert! Featuring music from:
Mission Impossible
Gladiator
The Pink Panther
Les Misérables
Star Trek
Witches of Eastwick
Star Wars
ET
West Side Story
Tickets:
£12 adults / £10 concessions
To buy your tickets online, please click here.

Family Fun Day and Shire Horse
2022-07-09 12:00 - 15:00 | The Pheasant Inn, Bath Road, Chippenham, SN14 0AE
We have Sam from Wadworth Shire Horses coming to visit us on Saturday 9th of July so why not make a celebration of it with a Family Fun Day.
Join us for fun and entertainment with singing from Jodie Evans, our amazing Adele Tribute Act, let the kids bounce on our bouncy castle and have your face painted with other activities as well.
Looking to be a great day for all.

Family Fun Day
2022-07-09 12:00 | The Pheasant Inn, Bath Road, Chippenham, SN14 0AE
Join The Pheasant Inn team for a family fun day. With Sam (Wadworth Shire Houses), bouncy castle, facepainting, music and an Adele Tribute Act.

Cepen Park South Scarecrow Trail 2022
2022-07-09 - 2022-07-17 | Cepen Park
Follow the trail of Scarecrows (red, white and/or blue theme), collect the letters and solve the bonus anagram! And most importantly, have fun!
Please donate to Wiltshire Mind via our Just Giving link to take part… https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/CPS-Scarecrow-Trail-2022

Our map can be printed off or, if you have a smart phone, save paper by downloading & using it directly from your phone.
#scarecrowfestival #scarecrow #scarecrowtrail #craft #scarecrows #cpsscarecrowtrail #crafts

Once Upon a Musical
2022-07-08 19:30 | St Peters Church, Kington Langley, SN15 5NR
Fancy a night at the musicals? ‘Once upon a musical’ – features songs from musicals based on books performed by Chippenham’s Clogs Musical Theatre group.
Book tickets by sending an email.

Silent Disco
2022-07-08 07:30 - 22:00 | The Neeld
Make waves on the dance floor and curate the soundtrack to your night at our Silent Disco!
Get your dancing shoes on for an unforgettable night as our three DJs battle for your attention. Will the 80’s, 90’s or 00’s be triumphant?
This event is for age 18+
To book tickets, please visit: https://neeld.co.uk/whats-on/silent-disco/

Chippenham Harriers River Run
2022-07-06 18:00 - 20:30 | Wiltshire
The River Run is back for 2022!
The 5k River Run and 2k Fun Run follow a largely traffic free multi-terrain route along the banks of the River Avon, starting and finishing in Monkton Park, near the Olympiad Leisure Centre.
The River Run is a great community event which attracts people of all abilities and ages. The 5k distance means that it is ideal for the beginners and the inclusion of the Fun Run makes it the perfect summer evening event for families. The 5k is open to anyone aged 13 and over and the Fun Run is for 4 – 14 year olds.
Prizes in age categories for both races. All 5k finishers will receive a Tech T shirt with a brand new design for 2022. All Fun Run 2k finishers receive a medal.

Wimbledon afternoon for the over 60's
2022-07-06 14:30 - 17:00 | The Neeld
Come along and watch Wimbledon live on our big screen whilst enjoying some delicious food!
This event is for over 60s and brought to you thanks to funding from Wiltshire Council’s Chippenham Area Board.
For more information and to book tickets, please visit: https://thelittleboxoffice.com/neeld/book/event/159028

The Arts Society Kington Langley July Lecture - Hybrid Illustrated Lecture
2022-07-05 10:30 - 12:00 | Kington Langley Village Hall, Church Street, Kington Langley , Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 5NJ, United Kingdom
‘Bombed, Burned or Bulldozed’ – Britain’s Lost House‘.
There is something incomparably romantic about a long-lost country house, and although Britain still possesses some of the finest of these architectural treasures to be found anywhere, many have been destroyed. A single ruined lodge or pavilion, an over-grown drive or group of mature trees are sometimes all that now exists to remind us of a lost house and pleasure-ground.
This lecture tells the story of just some of these losses to our National Heritage – destroyed for a variety of reasons; from neglect, arson, enemy action, incompetence, family rivalry, financial disaster or even insanity! In the mid-twentieth century particularly, profound social change, wars, high taxation and bad management often contributed to the demise of many grand houses. Hundreds were demolished after 1945 – some beautiful, some ugly, but each lost house, as the lecture shows, is fascinating in its own way.
You can join Matthew Williams (experienced lecturer, writer and broadcaster) and us in either Kington Langley Village Hall or via zoom from 10:15am. More information can be found on the event website (see below link).

Undivided: The Ultimate Boy Band
2022-07-02 19:00 - 22:00 | Constitutional Club, 36 Foghamshire, Chippenham, SN15 1HB, United Kingdom
Come and see Undivided singing all your ultimate Boy band Hits.
Tickets available behind the bar.
For more information, please see: https://www.consticlub.co.uk/regular-events/

Wine and Dine with the Music of Sir Karl Jenkins
2022-07-02 18:00 - 22:30 | Wiltshire
Gather your friends, pack your picnic and join the celebration on Saturday 2nd July as The Village Singers and friends serve up three courses of favourites from The Armed Man, Miserere and Symphonic Adiemus.
If you haven’t been to one of our picnic concerts before – they are really good fun. It’s a chance to get dressed up (if you want to), relish in some quality time with friends over a few drinks and a picnic and enjoy great music!
Tables and chairs will be set up for you ready for you to bring your own picnic or why not pre-order a mouth-watering grazing box from www.thepickledradish.co.uk and have it waiting for you?! There will be a sparkling bar and wine will be available for purchase from the bar or you can pre-order it from Wine Monkey and it will be delivered to your table.
Limited tickets available from: Kington St Michael Shop, Christian Malford Shop or via their website, www.villagesingers.co.uk/events
Tables seat 8* and cost £25pp (central aisle) £18pp (side aisle). *If you wish to attend as an individual or small group, please contact us at www.villagesingers.co.uk
(seated at tables indoors so no rugs or wet weather options needed!)

Summer Fete at St Peter's Church
2022-07-02 11:00 - 14:00 | St. Peter’s Church, Chippenham, Lord's Mead, Chippenham, SN14 0LL, United Kingdom
At St. Peter’s Church on the corner of Frogwell & Lords Mead, there’ll be Raffle, Tombola, Books, Toys, Cakes, Plants, DIY, Bags & Boxes, Bottle Stall, Bric-a-Brac, Games, Refreshments & Snacks, and much more!

Vintage market
2022-07-02 10:00 - 15:00 | Wiltshire
An opportunity to browse vintage clothing, music, jewellery and more in the beautiful setting of Chippenham’s medieval Yelde Hall.

Hells Bells
2022-07-01 19:00 - 22:00 | Constitutional Club, 36 Foghamshire, Chippenham, SN15 1HB, United Kingdom
Hells Bells are back with a vengence! Singing all your favourite AC-DC hits.
Tickets available behind the bar
For more information, please see: https://www.consticlub.co.uk/regular-events/

The Chippenham Comedy Festival
2022-07-01 19:00 | The Old Road Tavern, SN15 1JA
We’re so excited to bring you the long-awaited return of The Chippenham Comedy Festival!
Running from 1st – 3rd July 2022 at The Old Road Tavern, we’ve got a fantastic line up in store for you.
Most of the acts who’ll be joining us will be performing their ‘work in progress’ shows for the Edinburgh Fringe Festival so you’ll be getting to see their new work before everyone else.
All shows will take place in The Barn at The Old Road Tavern (entry via the Beer Garden). Each show will have a mixture of seating and standing room – seats are on a first come, first served basis. If you have any accessibility needs, please do not hesitate to contact us to let us know how we can accommodate you or if you need to reserve seating (chippenhamcomedy@gmail.com)
Our Weekend Tickets are £60 (+ Eventbrite fee) and are limited so buy yours now to avoid disappointment! https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/weekend-ticket-for-the-chippenham-comedy-festival-2022-tickets-345858069797
The weekend ticket is the best way to see everything AND save some money. It will give you entry to every show at the festival whilst saving £17
Individual shows are all priced at £7 each (+ Eventbrite fee) so still an absolute bargain if you can’t manage to see everything.
LINE UP
Friday 1st July:
7pm Sam Michael & John Matthews: Cister Act
8.30pm Juliette Meyers: Passport Face
10pm James Dowdeswell: Beers of a Clown
Saturday 2nd July:
5pm Jo Caulfield: Here Comes Trouble
6.30pm Sooz Kempner: Playstation
7.45pm Katie Mitchell: She Festers
9pm Andrew O’Neill: We Are Not In The Least Afraid Of Ruins; We Carry A New World In Our Hearts
10.15pm Wil Hodgson: Barbicidal Tendencies
Sunday 3rd July
5.30pm Jessie Nixon, Dannie Johns & Millie Haswell: Dumb Belles
7pm Joe Wells: I am Autistic
8.30pm Beth Black: TBC
Go to www.chippenhamcomedy.co.uk for links to all show tickets including the Weekend Ticket which saves you £17
We’ll be sharing more about all the shows and acts we’ve got lined up for you on our Facebook page – keep your eyes peeled!

Self Help Wellbeing Coffee Morning
2022-07-01 10:30 - 12:00 | Cafe Grounded, 1 Bath Rd, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 2BB, United Kingdom
Pop along to Grounded in Chippenham to learn self help techniques for headaches and migraines from Sarah Jones Soft Tissue Therapist and Tracey Andresen Reflexology. £15 per person with a drink included.
Email to book. Payment in advance required.

Life Drawing
2022-06-29 09:30 - 11:30 | Cause Arts Centre, 42 The Causeway, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3DD, United Kingdom
Join Charlie in the beautiful auditorium of the Cause Arts Centre, to keep those essential art skills up to date. A great way of practicing your observation and drawing techniques.
It’s also a great way to for leave all of your worries outside and do something just for you. You’ll find a group of lovely people all very happy to be doing the same.
You can attend the first session as a drop in, then pay the balance if you sign up for the term.
We are happy to answer any questions – feel free to get in touch for more information.
We’re a Chippenham based social enterprise, dedicated to increasing our arts provision.
For the full range of our art, dance and drama workshops and performances, go to www.ragandbonarts.com.

Life Drawing
2022-06-28 19:00 - 21:00 | Cause Arts Centre, 42 The Causeway, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3DD, United Kingdom
Join Charlie in the beautiful auditorium of the Cause Arts Centre, to keep those essential art skills up to date. A great way of practicing your observation and drawing techniques.
It’s also a great way to for leave all of your worries outside and do something just for you. You’ll find a group of lovely people all very happy to be doing the same.
You can attend the first session as a drop in, then pay the balance if you sign up for the term.
We are happy to answer any questions – feel free to contact us for more information.
We’re a Chippenham based social enterprise, dedicated to increasing our arts provision.
For the full range of our art, dance and drama workshops and performances, go to www.ragandbonarts.com.

Stanton Village Fete and Novelty Dog Show
2022-06-25 12:00 - 16:00 | Stanton Manor Hotel
The Stanton Fete and Novelty Dog Show is being held on Saturday 25 June in the beautiful gardens of The Stanton Manor Hotel. Just, bring your dog along and enter on the day.
Within these beautiful gardens you will find all the fun of a traditional village fete with plenty for the family to enjoy and a group of dogs, each competing to be the best. In our entertainment arena we will have dancing and gymnastics displays including Chippenham Dance Academy and The Wilde Bunch and you will be able to listen to our Jazz & Blues Band. A Licensed Bar will be available with BBQ and Tea Tent.
The event will support Julia’s House, Teach Us Too, Stanton Primary School and Stanton Parish Hall.
Find out more, including how to be a stall holder here.

King's Lodge School Summer Fair
2022-06-25 12:00 - 14:00 | King’s Lodge School, Lodge Road, Chippenham, United Kingdom
King’s Lodge School are back with their Summer Fair.
Lots of stalls, games, refreshments, displays, bbq and more.

Enjoy a beekeeping experience at Cadenham Manor
2022-06-25 10:00 - 16:00 | Wiltshire
Discover the world of honeybees – their lifecycle and how they live together. See how hive products are made and taste a selection of English honeys. A great experience for anyone considering keeping bees or just looking for a fun day out.
Hannah Reeves, qualified bee farmer, will lead the day’s experience in the beautiful, nectar rich 4-acre Cadenham gardens. After lunch, you’ll ‘suit up’ and get hands on experience with the bees. At the end of the day, you will go home with a goody bag and photo of yourself beekeeping.
Tickets – £60.00 (including lunch) – book here.
