Doorway Presents Cathy Come Home
2024-03-14 18:30 - 22:00 (Europe/London) | Neeld Community & Arts Centre, The Neeld, High Street, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3ER, United Kingdom
As part of its 20th anniversary celebrations Doorway invites you to watch the ground-breaking drama Cathy Come Home, directed by Ken Loach. We are extremely pleased to announce that Ken Loach himself will be joining us to introduce the film, which will be followed by a Q&A session and a raffle with some amazing prizes.
Cathy Come Home was first broadcast in 1966 and tells the story of Cathy and Reg, a couple with three young children, who find their life spiralling into poverty when Reg loses his job. It’s gripping and emotional, and it remains a truly ground-breaking piece of dramatic fiction that helped make change back then, and raises questions for us now about current levels of poverty and homelessness.
Tickets are available through our Box Office on 01249 446699, from the Neeld Box Office or at the Town Hall.

Thursday Club
2024-03-14 10:30 - 11:30, 2024-03-07 10:30 - 11:30 | Chippenham Library
Thursday Club is a new club at Chippenham Library for those who would like to join in lively and interesting discussions.
The first discussion theme (22nd Feb) will be ‘Libraries then and now’.
Each week will have a different topic to discuss – remember how things were, how things are going to be – who knows where the conversation will take you?!
Head along meet new people and get chatting, it’s good to talk!

Senior Friendship Group
2024-03-14 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-03-07 10:00 - 12:00 | 23 Borough Parade, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3WL, Unit 23, Chippenham, SN15 3WL, United Kingdom
A weekly friendship group for Senior Members at the Chippenham Community Hub. Lots of laughter, fun and games with Bingo, quizzes and lots of biscuits, tea and coffee and chatter.

Seniors Strong
2024-03-14 09:30 - 10:30 | Chippenham Sports Club
Do you want to get more active?
Retired and wanting to meet like minded people?
Come and join my amazing, supportive and friendly fitness Community.
I appreciate the hardest step is the first one through the door so you will always be guaranteed a warm friendly welcome.
Classes at Chippenham Sports Club:
Monday FitSteps
Tuesday Gentle Pilates then 10:30am Sit Fitness
Wednesday Zumba Gold
Thursday Seniors Strong
Friday Zumba Gold
First class FREE (must be booked in advance)
What class will you try? Get in contact to book your free taster:-
Email: fitsteps6@gmail.com
Website: https://www.sheilaswellbeing.co.uk

Seniors Strong Class
2024-03-14 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.

Runny Snotts Open Mic
2024-03-13 19:00 - 22:00 | Three Crowns Pub, 18 The Causeway, Chippenham, SN15 3DB, United Kingdom
It’s the night for pairing your pints with beautiful acoustic music… it’s Runny Snotts Open Mic Night!
The fun starts at 7pm, so bring a song (and an instrument, if you play), gather your cheer squad, and get ready to take your turn on the mic.
As always, we’re open to absolutely everyone – you won’t find a more welcoming bunch than us! Even if you don’t sing or play, come and join us for the incredible pints and beautiful music from Runny Snotts Acoustic Sessions!
ℹ️ This is a regular event, so keep your diary clear on the second Wednesday of every month!!

Teen Art and Design
2024-03-13 17:30 - 19:00 | St Pauls church hall, Malmesbury rd, Malmesbury Rd, Chippenham, SN15 1PW, United Kingdom
Join our artist Charlie to learn to help design new pieces and work collaboratively, while listening to music and eating biscuits!
We work in 10 week blocks, but you can enrol for 5 at a time. Our team of designers have created work for stage and events and learn to create work to adorn the streets of Chippenham and buildings.
Charlie has been working in education and visual arts for nearly 30 years and is a working artist and set designer.
There’s a new focus each term and we’ll be asking for your input so that the ideas are yours.
Kindly supported by Kington Langley artists and Wiltshire Council’s Area Board, paying for our materials and helping us keep our sessions affordable and high quality.
10 week block – £120
5 weeks – £65
Visit www.ragandbonearts.com to book in.

Kinship Carer Group
2024-03-13 12:00 - 14:00 | Chippenham Community Hub
Our group is for all kinship carers to come and chat over a cuppa in a friendly and confidential setting.
Kinship is the leading kinship care charity in England and Wales. We’re here for all kinship carers – the grandparents and siblings, the aunts, uncles, and family friends who step up to raise children when their parents can’t.

Life Drawing - mornings
2024-03-13 09:30 - 11:30 | The Cause Music and Arts Centre, 42 The Causeway, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3DD, United Kingdom
‘My favourite time of the week by far’ – regular attendee
Wednesday mornings 9.30 – 11.30am (Also runs on Tuesday evenings – 7-9pm)
A chance to indulge, draw and to practice some essential drawing skills in a beautiful environment, guided by someone with 30 years teaching experience.
You’ll use a diverse range of styles and techniques that stretch you and keep you motivated to improve.
All while enjoying fresh coffee and meeting some other lovely local artists. You can work at your own pace and be left alone to draw if this is how you prefer to learn.
£99 per 6 week term £20 drop in – all materials, coffee, tea and biscuits provided.
We look forward to meeting you in 2024.

Sahara Sisters - Free Open Class
2024-03-12 19:30 - 21:30 | King Alfred Hall, Market Place, Chippenham, SN15 3HT
The Sahara Sisters bellydancing group are holding a FREE Open Class on Tuesday 12th March in the King Alfred Hall from 7.30-9.30pm.
This is to celebrate International Women’s Day, and is in association with She Can Be Active, which is a fantastic organisation aimed at getting more women into a wider range of fitness activities without fear of judgement.

Allsorts Community Choir
2024-03-12 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).

Happy Café
2024-03-12 14:00 - 15:30 | Weatherspoons, The Bridge House, Borough Parade, SN15 3WL
A Happy Café is one which has agreed to be part of the Happy Café Network, which is being set up by members of the Action for Happiness movement.
Happy Cafés provide a warm welcome for anyone interested in happiness and wellbeing, encouraging people to meet together for a drink and friendly chat.
Your local Happy Café brought to you by the Wiltshire Mental Health Inclusion Service is at Weatherspoons (The Bridge House) every Tuesday 2-3.30pm
Contact David if you are interested or have any questions: 07483 913159

Beginners Arts workshops
2024-03-12 09:30 - 11:30 | The Cause Music and Arts Centre, 42 The Causeway, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3DD, United Kingdom
Join Charlie for another of our incredibly popular 6 week courses in everything from portraiture to colour for the beginner, or someone who wants to work at a slower pace (check our website for details of the next 6 weeks).
A beautiful venue, experienced tutor and fresh coffee – come and indulge with other lovely local budding artists.
Enjoy learning from a passionate and experienced artist and make some new friends along the way.
Please book in via the website, then pay by balance transfer to keep our costs affordable for you – www.ragandbonearts.com
£96 for 6 weeks – all materials, coffee, tea and biscuits supplied (donations tin available to help with refreshments)
We look forward to meeting you in February 2024. Feel free to get in touch with any questions.

Tiny Minds Mixed-age classes
2024-03-12 09:30 - 10:30 | 1st Chippenham Scout Hut- Audley Road, Audley Road, SN14 0EN, United Kingdom
A sensory, exploring class for little ones and their parents/careers.
Suitable for 1-4 year olds, classes are every Tuesday in Chippenham at 9:30am.
Let your little one, scoop, pour, build and explore.
Classes start with a short group singalong and then it’s time for independent play!
Find out more about Tiny Minds:
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Chippenham Film Club March feature
2024-03-11 19:30 - 22:00 | The Reel Cinema, 91 Marshfield Rd, Chippenham, SN15 1JR, United Kingdom
Wild Tales is a 2014 Spanish-language black comedy anthology film, written and directed by the Argentine filmmaker Damián Szifron. The film, a Spanish-Argentinian co-production, is composed of six stand-alone shorts with a common theme of catharsis, violence and vengeance. The film has an ensemble cast which includes Ricardo Darín (The Secret in Their Eyes, Carancho), Oscar Martínez (Official Competition), Leonardo Sbaraglia (Dolor y gloria), Érica Rivas.
The film received critical acclaim, particularly for being a good example of an engaging anthology film, for its cast (mainly Rivas), humour, cinematography, and music. It won a number of awards including eight Platino Awards, the BAFTA Award for Best Film Not in the English Language, and the Goya Award for Best Spanish Language Foreign Film. It was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film at the 87th Academy Awards, and for the Palme d’Or at the 2014 Cannes Film Festival. Wild Tales is the most-seen Argentine film of all time.

Rethink Football
2024-03-11 17:30 - 18:30 | Stanley Park
A weekly friendly kick-a-bout for men 18+ to team up and be part of a safe group where they can talk openly and freely without judgement.
WHEN: Starting on Monday 8th January, then weekly, 5:30 to 6:30pm
WHERE: Stanley Park Sports Ground, Chippenham, SN15 3RR
COST: £3 per session
Contact David if you are interested or have any questions:

Call: 07483 913159
Email: david.scourfield@rethink.org

It’s ok to talk
Visit Wiltshire Mental Health Inclusion Service online:
rethink.org/wiltsmhis
Facebook: WiltshireMHIS
Instagram: wiltshire_mhis

MOVEMENT for PARKINSON'S
2024-03-11 14:30 - 15:30 | Pewsham Community Centre, Lodge Road, Chippenham, SN5 3SY
Weekly movement to music group for people with Parkinson’s or other neurological conditions and their carers.
Using creativity to focus on developing strength, balance, flexibility and to practice fluidity of movement . Followed by tea and biscuits.
Email: iidconsortium@gmail.com
Visit the iiD (inclusive, intergenerational dance) website here.

ABBA Sensation
2024-03-09 19:30 - 22:00 | Neeld Community & Arts Centre, The Neeld, High Street, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3ER, United Kingdom
Making their first ever appearance in Chippenham
Widely considered to be one of the best ever Abba Tribute Acts, they play to packed theatres and festivals throughout Europe. A stunning stage show, which combines costume changes, lighting effects and a faithful reproduction of the Abba sound.
A great evening’s entertainment is guaranteed for all age ranges.
The band love audience participation, so you can sing along, clap or even get up and dance. If however you are ‘too posh’ to join in, then no problem, just rattle your jewellery !!!
Please note, this bands concerts tend to sell out very quickly, so please book your tickets as soon as possible for a great night out.

NWSO Spring 2024 concert at St. Andrew’s Church
2024-03-09 19:30 | Neeld Community & Arts Centre, The Neeld, High Street, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3ER, United Kingdom
North Wiltshire Symphony Orchestra presents:

Saint-Saens: Symphony No 3 ‘Organ’ and Danse macabre
Faure: Pavane
Chabrier: Espana
Debussy: Prelude a l’apres- midi d’un Faune

Soloist: Michael Butterfield
Conductor: Alex Arkwright
Leader: Sara Stagg

Standard ticket: £15 | Concessions (under 16s) £2
Duration: 2 hours including interval
Please contact the venue for any access requirements.
Tickets are also available through our Box Office on 01249 446699, or from The Neeld.
Tickets are non-refundable unless this event is cancelled or postponed.

ABBA Sensation
2024-03-09 19:30 | The Neeld
Making their first ever appearance in Chippenham!
Widely considered to be one of the best ever Abba Tribute Acts, they play to packed theatres and festivals throughout Europe. A stunning stage show, which combines costume changes, lighting effects and a faithful reproduction of the Abba sound.
A great evening’s entertainment is guaranteed for all age ranges.
The band love audience participation, so you can sing along, clap or even get up and dance. If however you are ‘too posh’ to join in, then no problem, just rattle your jewellery !!!
Please note, this bands concerts tend to sell out very quickly, so please book your tickets as soon as possible for a great night out.
TICKETS £19.50
From The Neeld Box Office 01249 446699, or at the Town Hall or online at www.neeld.co.uk
Please contact the venue for any access requirements.
Tickets are non-refundable unless this event is cancelled or postponed.

Charity Ball for Heddington & Cherhill Preschool
2024-03-09 19:00 - 2024-03-10 00:30 | Bowood Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort, Derry Hill, Calne, SN11 9PQ, United Kingdom
We are holding a charity ball for Heddington & Cherhill Preschool. The funds raised will allow us to further equip our preschools, giving our children the best start in their education journey.
It will be a three course sit down meal with evening entertainment to follow by Brother from Another and a raffle. It will be a black tie event, so get dressed up and enjoy an evening raising money for a worthwhile charity!
£70 per ticket, or £600 for a table of 10.

Free Community Lunch
2024-03-09 12:30 - 13:30 | Sheldon Methodist Church, Audley Road, SN14 0DU
We are providing a simple 2 course lunch to anybody who walks through our door on a Saturday lunchtime – anybody can come, there is no qualification. Please contact us if you need further information.

Chippenham parkrun
2024-03-09 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!

Take the stage 2024
2024-03-08 20:00 - 22:30 | The Neeld
Take The Stage is back for 2024!
Starting in February, the competition will see 12 young music 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.
Keep an eye on www.riverbankchippenham.co.uk for further information on how to enter this year’s battle.
Tickets: Purchased in advance = £5.00 Purchased on door = £6.00
Doors 7:30pm for an 8:00pm start. Approx. 10:30pm finish
Heat 1 – Friday 2nd of February
Heat 2 – Friday 23rd of February
Heat 3 – Friday 8th of March
Heat 4 – Friday 22nd of March
The Final – Friday 19th of April
Please contact the venue for any access requirements.
This is a standing event with limited, unreserved seating available.
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.

Free Home Energy Workshop
2024-03-08 14:00 - 16:30 | Chippenham Town Hall, High Street, Chippenham, Afghanistan
Free Home Energy Workshop delivered by Zero Chippenham in association with the Centre for Sustainable Energy.
Join us for an exciting in-person event at the Town Hall, High Street, Chippenham, Wiltshire
The two and a half hour session includes:

Why energy is important
How you can use less energy & save money
Technologies for generating renewable electricity & heat in your home
Common myths and challenges
Practical examples in real people’s homes
Thank you to Wessex Water Community Connectors for funding this workshop.

To see the full agenda and reserve your free place, please book on our Eventbrite page

Rethink Mental Health at Chippenham Community Hub
2024-03-08 10:00 - 12:00 | Chippenham Community Hub
Rethink are available for walk-in support every Friday at Chippenham Community Hub. Discuss struggles one-on-one and get help where needed. All welcome without appointment.

Job Coaching at the Chippenham Community Hub
2024-03-08 10:00 - 12:00 | Chippenham Community Hub, 1 Gladstone Parade, Timber Street, Chippenham, SN15 3BS
The Chippenham Community Hub is available to help you with any one to one Job Coaching requirements on Friday’s from 10am to 12 Noon.
Tips and advice to help with interview techniques, CV writing and cover letters.
Encouraging new ways to get yourself noticed and employed.

PSG Choirs
2024-03-07 20:00 - 21:30 | King Alfred Hall, Market Place, Chippenham, SN15 3HT
This lively and popular choir meet on Thursday’s at 8:30pm at the King Alfred Hall. We sing a wide range of Pop, Soul and Gospel arrangements. New members are always welcome. Please get in touch if you would like to come along to a free taster session.
Find out more – www.psgchoirs.co.uk
