One Chippenham

Easter Reflections concert in aid of The British Red Cross Ukraine Humanitarian Appeal
2022-04-02 19:30 (Europe/London) | St Andrew’s Church, St Mary’s Street, Chippenham, SN15 3JN, United Kingdom
The Village Singers are hosting an Easter Reflections concert. This is an unticketed free event, with all proceeds going to The British Red Cross Ukraine Humanitarian Appeal, DEC Member.

Quiz Night in aid of the Mayor’s Charity: Sight Research UK
2022-04-02 18:30 | Neeld Community & Arts Centre, The Neeld, High Street, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3ER, United Kingdom
Join the Mayor of Chippenham for a fun-filled quiz night in aid of the Mayoral Charity, Sight Research UK.
Sight Research UK funds pioneering research into the causes of eye disease, to develop better prevention methods and more effective treatments for children and adults to bring forward the day when sight loss and blindness are a thing of the past.
On the night there will be a raffle and other opportunities to fundraise for this great cause.
Tickets must be purchased in teams of 4 for this event.
Tickets: £20 for a team of four
Please note: Tickets are also available through our Box Office on 01249 446699, or alternatively tickets are also available at the Town Hall.
Please note: Tickets are non-refundable unless this event is cancelled or postponed due to COVID-19.

Eco-friendly seasonal flower basket arrangement workshop
2022-04-02 14:00 - 16:30 | Wiltshire
In this workshop we take you back to the days of floral designer Constance Spry, with British grown flowers, using techniques before the advent of floral foam. Using only sustainable methods and beautiful home grown seasonal flowers we will create a lovely arrangement in natural basket ware.
£50 per person to include tuition, all flowers and materials needed to make your unique arrangement and of course tea and cake!
To book please follow the link to our website and fill out the booking form – https://www.bloomingchic.co.uk/workshops/

Messy Easter
2022-04-02 14:00 - 16:00 | St Nicholas Church, United Kingdom
Easter story trail and crafts

Superstars of Wrestling
2022-03-26 19:00 - 21:00 | The Olympiad
2 hours of live all action family entertainment with wrestlers from all over the world taking on the very best of Great Britain. Come see live what the rest of the world see on TV.
Special ‘kids go free’ offer with every full paying adult.
Tickets on sale or on the door on the night of the event.
Box office: 0121 472 6688
www.ticketsellers.co.uk

The Knatty Knitters' fashion show
2022-03-26 11:00 | Chippenham Community Hub
Don’t miss Chippenham’s fantastic Knatty Knitters as they show off their fun, funky & fabulous knits on Saturday 26th March at 11am and 1pm. From socks to swimwear… and there might just be a mystery guest too. Raising funds for Ukraine.
The fashion show is taking place outside the Chippenham Community Hub in Borough Parade.

Cause Music Café
2022-03-25 19:00 - 21:00 | Cause Arts Centre, 42 The Causeway, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3DD, United Kingdom
Live music for cool cats 7-9pm on the last Friday of the month with full bar

Story Time
2022-03-20 15:00 - 2022-03-26 09:17 | Waterstones Borough Parade Chippenham
Waterstones story time – Tuesdays at 10.30am and Sundays at 3.00pm.

CLOGS Presents: The Addams Family, The Musical
2022-03-16 19:30 | Neeld Community & Arts Centre, The Neeld, High Street, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3ER, United Kingdom
CLOGs Musical Theatre is bringing everyone’s favourite kooky family to Chippenham and will be performing this spectacular musical comedy from the writers of multi award-winning hit musical Jersey Boys, with music and lyrics of Tony Award nominated Andrew Lippa.
Wednesday Addams is all grown up and has a shocking secret only her father, Gomez knows. She’s fallen in love with a sweet young man from a respectable family. With his cherished Morticia in the dark, will Gomez manage to keep his daughter’s secret until the two families meet for a fateful dinner with hilarious consequences?
Join the family, Uncle Fester, Lurch, Pugsley, Grandma and the Ancestors for a heart-warming story of love, family and friendship…..with a twist!
Standard Tickets: Flat seating £14 | Front tiered seating £18 | Rear tiered seating £16
Members & Concessions*: Flat seating £12.60 | Front tiered seating £16.20 | Rear tiered seating £14.40
*Concessions: Under 16’s & Over 65’s
Please note: Tickets are also available through our Box Office on 01249 446699, or alternatively tickets are also available at the Chippenham Town Council Town Hall.
Please note: Tickets are non-refundable unless this event is cancelled or postponed.

Birth Network North Wiltshire's Chippenham Baby Show
2022-03-06 10:00 - 14:00 | Neeld Community & Arts Centre, The Neeld, High Street, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3ER, United Kingdom
The Birth Network North Wiltshire’s baby show is an opportunity for parents of babies and toddlers, as well as expectant parents, to find out about a huge range of local bump, birth and baby related organisations and services. Entry is free and the first 100 visitors get a free goody bag.

Andy Fairweather Low & the Low Riders
2022-03-05 20:00 | Neeld Community & Arts Centre, The Neeld, High Street, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3ER, United Kingdom
Andy Fairweather Low’s pedigree is the stuff rock dreams are made of. He first came to prominence at the vanguard of the new youthful expression of music as the lead singer in Amen Corner. The 60s saw them clock up hit after pop hit. Songs such as ‘Bend Me Shape Me’, ‘Hello Suzy’, ‘(If Paradise is) Half As Nice’ are internationally remembered to this day.
Since the early days Andy has gone on to work with Eric Clapton, George Harrison, Bob Dylan, Jimi Hendrix, David Crosby, The Band, Elton John, Roger Waters, Richard and Linda Thompson, Dave Gilmour, The Who, BB King, Joe Cocker … and hundreds more.
Now following a solo path, his first solo album in 24 years Sweet Soulful Music was released late in 2007 followed by The Very Best of Andy Fairweather Low which was released in the UK in June 2008 and the Live DVD followed hot on its heels.
Following an acclaimed UK Tour in Autumn 2012 Andy completed a third tour with The Low Riders in Germany. If you just remember Andy’s early work and major solo hits such as ‘Wide Eyed and Legless’, you’re in for a treat – there’s so much more!
Tickets: £22.50
Please note: Tickets are also available through our Box Office on 01249 446699, or alternatively tickets are also available at the Town Hall.
Please note: Tickets are non-refundable unless this event is cancelled or postponed due to COVID-19.

Art Auction and Sustainability Day
2022-03-05 10:00 - 15:00 | King Alfred Hall, Market Place, Chippenham, SN15 3HT
I am hosting a fundraising Art Auction and Sustainability Day. This is to raise funds for Kandu Arts which is a charity in Chippenham that works with our children with socialisation, music, art, crafts, film, therapy and so much more. There ethos is on sustainability and working together.
There will be a Vegan Cafe provided by Nana Betsy, Live Music from The Kandu Arts kids and team, kids craft and various sustainable businesses from Chippenham and surrounding areas. At 1pm we will hold an Art Auction. All items have been donated by local Artists..

The Fureys
2022-02-27 19:30 | Neeld Community & Arts Centre, The Neeld, High Street, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3ER, United Kingdom
Having sold out their last visit, legends of Irish music & song The Fureys, renowned for their hit songs ‘I will love you’, ‘When you were sweet 16’ and ‘The Green Fields of France’ return on Sunday 27th February 2022.
The Fureys have been entertaining audiences worldwide for 44 years, audiences that have included former Australian Prime Minister John Howard, Former Irish President Mary McAleese and the late Pope John Paul. Tony Blair has publicly stated his favourite peace song of all time is the Fureys “Green Fields of France” and President Michael D Higgins attended their last concert in National Concert Hall.
The oldest of the brothers, Eddie Furey left home in 1966 and travelled to Scotland at the time of the great folk revival where he shared accommodation with then unknown folk singers Billy Connolly, Gerry Rafferty and Alex Campbell. In 1969 with his brother Finbar, he was the special guest for the Clancy Brothers and Tommy Makem throughout the USA and Canada. In 1971 he moved to mainland Europe where he toured for seven years. Dave Stewart from the Eurythmics has credited Eddie with teaching him his first chords on guitar when they met up in the North East of England while Dave was still a teenager.
Standard ticket: £23.75
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

Take The Stage, Heat 2
2022-02-25 20:00 | Neeld Community & Arts Centre, The Neeld, High Street, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3ER, United Kingdom
Take The Stage is back for 2022! Starting in January, the competition will see 12 young acts compete across four heats for a place in the final with the chance to play for some great prizes. So long as you are under 21 years of age, you can apply to play at Take The Stage!
During each heat, every act will have their full 20 minute set recorded plus one song professionally filmed and edited. They will then receive a free mixed version of their performance as well as one live video shot and edited by our crew.
The winner of each heat is decided by a crowd vote, with the prizes in the final to be decided by representative judges. In the final, we ask representatives from each prize on offer to pick the band they think most suits their prize.
This means that there could be several prize winners in the final.
We do all we can to remain impartial throughout, and as such do not include ourselves on the judging panel as we often get to know the bands personally as the competition goes on.
Prizes so far include:
Free recording time, festival slots, plus support-slot opportunities. More information coming soon!
For information on applying to take part please see: https://www.riverbankchippenham.co.uk/takethestage
Tickets: £5
Please note: This is a standing event
Please note: Tickets for Take The Stage are also available through our Box Office on 01249 446699, or alternatively tickets are also available at the Town Hall.
Please note: Tickets are non-refundable unless this event is cancelled or postponed

Queen II
2022-02-19 19:30 | Neeld Community & Arts Centre, The Neeld, High Street, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3ER, United Kingdom
After two sell out shows at the Neeld in 2018 and 2019, Queen II are returning in 2022- this time with a brand new show.
Queen II have been touring Britain and Europe captivating audiences with their nostalgic tribute show. The band faithfully recreates the energy, excitement, and emotion of a classic Queen concert. An authentic tribute, the four-piece band delivers powerful vocals, driving rock anthems and flamboyant showmanship. Performing hits from every decade of Queen’s musical legacy including Bohemian Rhapsody, It’s A Kind Of Magic and We Will Rock You, Queen II truly are the Champions Of Tributes!
Following two sell out performances, this show is bound to sell out again.
Standard ticket: £22.50
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 due to COVID -19.

Beer Festival
2022-02-18 12:00 - 23:00 | Three Crowns Pub, 18 The Causeway, Chippenham, SN15 3DB, United Kingdom
A weekend of real ales and ciders at the Three Crowns

Winter Warmer
2022-02-17 10:30 - 16:30 | St Andrews Lodge, The Causeway, Chippenham, SN15 3HN, United Kingdom
Visit the new retirement apartments at St Andrew’s Lodge, The Causeway in Chippenham at 10:30am on Thursday 17th February 2022 for their Winter Warmer Event.
The line of the Chippenham Branch of the Wilts & Berks Canal ran right behind the lodge and they have kindly agreed that any proceeds raised on the day will be donated to the Wilts & Berks Canal Trust. Dave Maloney, Branch Chairman, and Val Melville, Education Officer, will be in attendance with displays and to chat about the canal and our aspirations for the future.

Destiny
2022-02-13 19:00 - 20:30 | The Neeld
Written and performed by Florence Espeut-Nickless
Directed by Jesse Jones

“They’re sayin I brought it on myself.
Oh yeah, they’ve heard about me. Basically it must’ve been my fault cause I’m me, Destiny”

Destiny dreams big. She dreams glamour. She’s gonna be an MTV Base backing dancer, you watch. If J-Lo can make it outta the Bronx then Destiny can make it off the Hill Rise estate in Chippenham. She’s fearless, ferocious and up for the fight (she’s had to be). Born below the breadline, she’s desperate to see beyond the neighbourhood and find hope in hopelessness.
This monologue follows the story of a teenage girl growing up on a rural Wiltshire council estate. After a big night out takes a turn for the worst, Destiny’s life spirals out of control as she desperately tries to learn how to love and be loved.
Age guidance: 14+
Trigger warning: Sexual abuse and violence.
Length: 70 minutes
TICKETS: In order to make this event as accessible to as many people as possible there is a pay what-you-can-afford ticketing system for this event. Please choose from £10, £5 or £2.

DESTINY is a recipient of The Pleasance’s 2021 National Partnerships Award with Bristol Old Vic FERMENT and was shortlisted for Theatre West’s Write On Women Award.
It has been developed with support from Tobacco Factory Theatres, Bristol Old Vic FERMENT, Pound Arts, Strike a Light, The Pleasance, Tim Crouch, Wiltshire Creative, Natural Theatre, Paper Arts, Theatre Bristol, Hawkwood College, Arts Council England and Gane Trust.

This event is funded thanks to support from Chippenham Borough Lands Charity

Wiltshire in Film & Song
2022-02-13 19:00 - 20:00 | Wiltshire & Swindon History Centre, Wiltshire & Swindon History Centre Cocklebury Rd, Chippenham, SN15 3QN
Travel back in time with an evening of wonderful and little seen archive film footage of the county dating from the 1930s to the 1980s, accompanied by evocative live traditional music and song.
Themes include agriculture, celebrations and local industry including Westinghouse, and views of Chippenham past, brought to you by the Windrose Rural Media Trust in partnership with the Wiltshire & Swindon History Centre.
LIVE STREAMING
This event will also be available to watch via a live stream. If you want to watch the event by live stream only please select that option at checkout. You only need to book one ticket per household to watch the live stream.
This event is funded thanks to support from Chippenham Borough Lands Charity

The Mary Lou Revue
2022-02-13 15:00 - 17:00 | Cause Arts Centre, 42 The Causeway, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3DD, United Kingdom
The Mary Lou Revue is an all-singing all-dancing celebration of Golden Age entertainment, performed by crooner Slim Ditty and the ever-so versatile, Miss Mary Lou.
Featuring the songs of Frank Sinatra, Louis Armstrong and Peggy Lee among others, our show will sweep you off your feet on a wave of nostalgia. With dance numbers, physical comedy and many heart-warming moments, the Mary Lou Revue is sure to put a spring in your step and a song in your heart.
This event is funded thanks to support from Chippenham Borough Lands Charity

A Real Fiction
2022-02-13 14:00 - 15:00 | The Yelde Hall
Fasten your seatbelts, A Real Fiction is coming and it is filled with fun, funk and foam bananas! A Real Fiction has been whipping up a storm and collecting memories on the way through!
Loaded with current affairs, childhood nostalgias and one hit wonders this work has been co-created with the community, for the community.
A hyperactive mix of dance, theatre, meme and pop culture. You can expect the unexpected as you lose yourself in other peoples memories, whilst we guarantee you’ll have an unforgettable time.

This event is funded thanks to support from Chippenham Borough Lands Charity

The Dance We Made
2022-02-13 11:00 - 13:15 | Wiltshire
The TDWM Team have just 2 hours to create a brand new dance, and they need your help!
Help the dancers create some new moves and watch the performance come together before your very eyes. Each newly created dance will then be performed by the TDWM Team on location, filmed and uploaded to YouTube. It’s the show where everyone is a choreographer, so grab one of the team and “Let’s Make a Dance!” – no experience required!
Watch more at YouTube.com/thedancewemade
Follow us on Social Media:
Twitter: @thedancewemade
Instagram: thedancewemade
Hashtag: #TDWM
Facebook: The Dance WE Made
Website: thedancewemade.co.uk

This event is funded thanks to support from Chippenham Borough Lands Charity

Wil Hodgson's Waffle House
2022-02-12 20:00 - 22:00 | Old Road Tavern
A brand new show from Wil Hodgson, fresh from Leicester Comedy Festival.
Chippenham’s premier rambling non binary punk storyteller is back with a few yarns and plenty of obscure pop culture references.
“Genius” – Russell Howard
“This is punk rock” – Mark Thomas
As seen on Russell Howard’s Lubricant on Netflix
Support acts TBC

This show is free but you still need to book a ticket online.
There will be a mix of seated and standing room available on a first come, first served basis.
If you need to reserve a seat, please email us and we will take care of this: chippenhamcomedy@gmail.com
There will be a donation bucket raising funds for Unity House Chippenham, voluntary donations welcome

This event is funded thanks to support from Chippenham Borough Lands Charity

The Bean Spillers: The Improvised Musical
2022-02-12 20:00 - 21:00 | Wiltshire
Farting at a funeral. Calling your teacher ‘Mum’. Farting at your teacher’s funeral then calling the Vicar ‘Mum’! We’ve all heard some juicy gossip, but have you ever wondered if there’s more to the story?

Following the success of their five star hit ‘Timpson: The Musical’, Gigglemug Theatre (Winners of The Stage Edinburgh Award) bring you a brand-new improvised musical based on gossip from the audience.
‘Gloriously silly’ – Metro
★★★★ ‘Has the potential to be one of the best improv shows you’ll see’ – Theatre Weekly
‘A slick, fun and frivolous show’ – Chortle
★★★★ ‘This impro musical delivers laughs aplenty’ – The Reviews Hub
‘A hilarious, witty, musical masterpiece’ – Huddersfield Times
★★★★ ‘An energetic and hysterical performance’ – LondonTheatre1
★★★★ ‘Improv is difficult, and The Bean Spillers make it look like playtime’ – The Independent
Nominated for the Brighton Fringe Balkan/Otherplace Award.

This event is funded thanks to support from Chippenham Borough Lands Charity
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Cult Figure: Kenneth Williams
2022-02-12 17:00 - 18:00 | Cause Arts Centre, 42 The Causeway, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3DD, United Kingdom
Written and Performed by Colin Elmer, Directed by Tim Astley
Kenneth Williams was one of the most unique and beloved figures in British comedy history. From show stealing performances on the radio in Hancock’s Half Hour and Round the Horne and over twenty years of starring in the Carry On films to becoming the darling of the chat shows, Williams was a rare talent who could turn from broad slapstick to erudite wit in a split second.
Celebrated actor and impressionist, Colin Elmer, who played Kenneth Williams in the UK tours of Round the Horne and Hancock’s Half Hour, reprises his role in this new production, telling the great man’s story in his own words, using anecdotes, writings and some of the material for which the comedy legend was so well-known.
So stop messing about and join us for a hilarious and engaging evening in the company of a true cult figure.
“funny, fast-paced and… beautifully performed”
– Birmingham Review
“Colin Elmer’s Kenneth Williams was hilarious and endearing“
– Reading Chronicle on ‘Round the Horne’
“a performance which relies on finely-observed respect rather than pure mimicry“
– Get West London on ‘Round the Horne’
“[Elmer] replicates the mannerisms, facial gestures and, most importantly, the voice brilliantly“
– The Reviews Hub on ‘Round the Horne’

This event is funded thanks to support from Chippenham Borough Lands Charity

GAMES WITH JAMES!
2022-02-12 16:00 - 17:00 | The Rivo Lounge, 2-4 The Bridge, Chippenham, SN151EX
Fun for all the family.
Award-winning comedian and UK board-gaming champion James Cook invites you to play board games live on stage. Buckaroo, Guess Who, Hungry Hippos and more, done like you’ve never seen them before. As seen at The Edinburgh Fringe and The Comedy Store.

This is a free event, as part of Fringe Feb, but you must still book a ticket online. Booking details below. There will be a donation bucket raising funds for Chippenham Borough Lands Charity, voluntary donations welcome.
Audience reviews:
“Fantastic show! Enjoyed by all three of my girls (5,10,12). Hats off to James for keeping the laughs going and keeping the kids and adults engaged from start to finish. PS Best version of Buckaroo ever!”
“If you can only pick one children’s show, go see ‘Games With James’. We’ve seen 7 shows and this was our fave. The kids loved getting involved.”

This event is funded thanks to support from Chippenham Borough Lands Charity

Disco Litter Queens
2022-02-12 12:00 - 12:30 | Chippenham High Street
Never thought of picking up litter in the streets or just too embarrassed to tidy up in public? Perhaps a funky beat will make it easier. Hey gang, Let’s Pick it Up!

This event is funded thanks to support from Chippenham Borough Lands Charity

Fashion Police
2022-02-12 11:30 - 12:00 | Chippenham High Street
CHIPPENHAM YOU’RE UNDER A VEST!
Fashion Police, Ralph and Lauren are on official fashion business – operation glitz and glam.
They’ll be rolling out the red carpet ready for the best cat walk, hop, skip and a jump. Sharing their expertise and high end collection. There’s nothing clothes minded about these two fashion icons.
This event is funded thanks to support from Chippenham Borough Lands Charity

Sweet Soul Music Singalong
2022-02-12 11:00 - 17:00 | Neeld Community & Arts Centre, The Neeld, High Street, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3ER, United Kingdom
If you love soul music, what better way to blow the winter blues away than to join members of Chippenham Allsorts community choir in a soul and Motown singalong spectacular.
You don’t need to be in a choir. You don’t need to read music. Just come along and sing! Words, music and guidance supplied by experienced choir leaders Cindy Stratton and Marius Frank.
Safe Covid practice will be observed at all times.

Instant Wit!
2022-02-11 20:00 - 22:00 | Cause Arts Centre, 42 The Causeway, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3DD, United Kingdom
The best in improvised comedy. Fresh and inventive, each show throws up new nuggets of hilarity crafted by a company of the highest calibre. It’s a pick-me-up tonic with unexpected twists and a dash of sauce.
There’ll be sketches, songs and general silliness – and all of it based around audience suggestions. And if you’re too shy to shout anything out? Well don’t worry, you’ll have the chance to write things down in the interval. We’re the ones who’ll look daft, not you!
So now’s the time to indulge yourself of you’ve always had a secret yearning to see something really bizarre on stage. A country and western song about a musical cat flap? Julius Ceasar on a camping holiday with Cleopatra? Well, why not? Your wish is our command. Good suggestions get flying packets of custard, the best a bottle of wine.
Many people have seen improvised comedy on the t.v. – but remember, this is not recorded and edited, but totally live, making it trickier for the actors but more exciting for the audience. So, if you like your comedy fast-paced and with a slightly unusual edge, this is definately for you.
We’re proud to use some of the best local talent, with our performers regularly appearing at the Tobacco Factory, Theatre Royal Bath and Bristol Old Vic.
Instant Wit – a bunch of very unusual suspects who are forever on the run from the comedy police!
“These are conspicuously skilful performers – everyone is exhilarated on stage and off!” – The Guardian
“Extremely funny, on occasion hilarious… Very clever and skilful with their improvised comedy sketches. They got the audience involved at every opportunity – they even made up a song about a round of sausage sandwiches I had had for breakfast!” – Bristol Evening Post
