One Chippenham

Wiltshire Folklore Talk
2024-06-07 19:00 - 21:00 (Europe/London) | Chippenham Library
Join Julie Davis from the Wiltshire and Swindon History Centre for a talk about Wiltshire Folklore.

Kandu Arts Reel Film Festival
2024-06-07 19:00 - 22:00 | Reel Cinema Chippenham, 91 Marshfield Road, Chippenham, SN15 1JR
CELEBRATING 20 YEARS OF ‘EVERYTHING’
Join us at the Astoria Reel Cinema on June 7th at 8:00 PM for the 20th-anniversary celebration of the acclaimed Kandu Arts for Sustainable Development film, “Everything” (2004), starring Ray Winstone and Jan Graveson.
This special screening is part of the Kandu Arts Reel Film Festival, and tickets are available for £5.99, online and at the door.
One reviewer described the film as “a tense and intelligent film that deals with a difficult subject.”
The festivities will commence at 7:15 PM with the one-off screening of the 50th Anniversary of the Chippenham Folk Festival Documentary, produced by Kandu Arts, (entry to the documentary is by donation) followed by “Everything” at 8:00 PM.
We hope to see you all there.

Celebrating 20 Years of "Everything" and 50 Years of Ray Winstone: Special Screening at Kandu Arts Reel Film Festival
2024-06-07 19:00 - 23:00 | Reel Cinema Chippenham, 91 Marshfield Road, Chippenham, SN15 1JR
Join an unforgettable evening at the Astoria Reel Cinema in Chippenham on June 7th at 8:00 PM as we celebrate the 20th anniversary of the acclaimed Kandu Arts for Sustainable Development produced film “Everything” (2004), starring Ray Winstone and Jan Graveson. This special screening is part of the Kandu Arts Reel Film Festival, and tickets are available for £5.99 both online and at the door.
Co-produced by Ed Deedigan of Kandu Arts, with musical contributions by Damon Albarn, “Everything” was created to raise awareness of Kandu Arts’ work, particularly with women involved in the sex industry. The film features real locations in Chippenham and involved local young people, including those in care, offering them unique opportunities in film and music production. A highlight of this initiative was the re-recording of the song “Tender” at Damon Albarn’s London studio, featuring Ray and Lois Winstone alongside two Kandu Arts looked-after young people, providing them with a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
To mark this milestone, the event will also honour Ray Winstone’s remarkable 50-year career in the film industry. The evening will include a special Q&A session with Ed Deedigan of Kandu Arts, providing unique insights into the making of the film and its impact.
The festivities will commence at 7:15 PM with the one-off screening of the 50th Anniversary of the Chippenham Folk Festival Documentary, produced by Kandu Arts. Entry to the documentary is by donation.
At 8:00 PM, the big screen will come alive with “Everything”, a film that offers a realistic portrayal of a sex worker’s life and her interactions with Richard, a deeply troubled character played by Ray Winstone. The film has been praised for its intense and intelligent storytelling, captivating performances, and authentic settings.
Earlier in the day, young filmmakers from Wiltshire College and beyond will present their new films to an invited audience. Renowned film and music producer Neville Farmer will judge the young filmmakers’ entries and attend the evening screening of “Everything”.
“Everything” received notable acclaim, including a BAFTA nomination in 2005 for the Carl Foreman Award for Special Achievement by a British Director, Writer, or Producer in their First Feature Film, the Best Actor Award for Ray Winstone at the Polish Film Festival, and the Silver Award for Producers at the Cairo Film Festival.
One review describes the film as “a tense and intelligent film that deals with a difficult subject. It gives a realistic portrayal of a sex worker’s life as she comes into contact with Richard, played by Ray Winstone. He is deeply troubled by something he won’t or can’t reveal, but he persists regardless of the cost to himself.” Another review states, “The performances were captivating, the suspense was just right (you never lost interest but weren’t overly stressed either), and the setting utterly believable. (NB: the locations were real, not sets).”
To pre-purchase tickets, visit https://reelcinemas.co.uk/chippenham
For more information about Kandu Arts and upcoming workshops, events and projects, visit www.kandu-arts.com

A Walk to Remember
2024-06-08 | Bowood House and Gardens, Bowood Estate, near Calne, Wiltshire, SN11 N9F
Seven-mile charity walk for Alzheimer’s Support and a great day out for the whole family!
Pull on your walking boots and take part in A Walk to Remember on Saturday 8th June.
It’s a circular seven-miles through some of North Wiltshire’s loveliest countryside starting and finishing at Bowood Estate at the kind permission of the charity’s patron Lady Lansdowne.
The day starts with bacon or veggie butties then, after a fun group warm-up, we head out into the beautiful north Wiltshire countryside. Everyone walks at their own pace. You can walk with others, stride ahead or do your own thing. There are plenty of great views and scenic places to stop for a picnic along the way. And marshals will be on hand to make sure you find your way.
Back at the estate, our post-walk celebrations include medals for all the finishers, commemorative photos, plenty of tea and cake and chance to relax with other walkers.
Please sign up and join us in June – you’ll have a great day out and be walking for dementia with every step.

10th Chippenham Scout Group Big Help Out
2024-06-08 - 2024-06-09 | 10th Chippnham Scout Hut, Westmead Lane, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3HZ, United Kingdom
Over the weekend of the 8th and 9th June 2024 we will be using the ‘Scouts Big Help Out’ to make much needed repairs and updates to the hut. As many of you know, we are aiming for a new hut in the forceable future, however this hut needs to serve our needs for the next few years and to do so, needs a bit of DIY and sprucing up!
We are looking for professional tradesman as well as family and friends of all ability’s to participate and make the event not only fun but great in saving the hut as we know it.
If you or a friend do have a professional skill such as electrician, builder or carpenter or even if you are a dab hand at turning to DIY jobs or even keen and willing to learn, we need you! Please sign up below
over 18 please or 14+ with a responsible adult. Please can you let us know by the 25th May so we can purchase materials.

Chippenham parkrun
2024-06-08 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!

Frank Sinatra - His Way
2024-06-08 14:00 | Neeld Community & Arts Centre, The Neeld, High Street, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3ER, United Kingdom
The Frank Sinatra Story! ROBERT HABERMANN sings the unforgettable songs and tells the remarkable story of Francis Albert Sinatra – from band singer to 1940’s pop idol. From his fall from popularity to swinging his way through the 1950’s, recording his most famous songs and albums and building his own record label ‘Reprise’.
Award winning singer Robert Habermann tells ‘whole’ story of the Chairman of The Board singing all the great Sinatra classics: Come Fly With Me, Fly Me To The Moon, Witchcraft, Your Make Me Feel So Young, Strangers In The Night, My Way, New York New York and many more.
“Robert and Trevor left us laughing, and happy with remembrances and excellent performances” – FLEECE JAZZ *****
“What a pro”… – KETTERING ARTS CENTRE *****
WWW.ROBERTHABERMANN.NET
Tickets: £16.00 (includes ticket levy)
Duration: 2 hours 15 minutes including interval
Please note the reselling of tickets will result in cancellation of bookings
Please contact the venue for any access requirements.
Tickets are also available through our Box Office on 01249 446699, from the Neeld Box Office or at the Town Hall.
Tickets are non-refundable unless this event is cancelled or postponed

Town Walks
2024-06-08 14:00 - 15:00 | Chippenham Museum, 9-10 Market Pl, Chippenham, SN15 3HF, United Kingdom
Saturdays and Thursdays
Free, booking essential via Eventbrite
Join a member of the Chippenham Museum team for a free guided walk introducing the town’s history, from King Alfred and the Saxons to the present day. This 40 minute exploration of the town is perfect for both residents and visitors, families welcome.
Our walks are free to enjoy but booking is essential as places are limited.
Saturdays at 2pm:
11 May, 8 June, 13 July,
10 & 24 August, 14 September
Thursdays at 7pm:
23 May, 20 June, 25 July,
15 & 29 August, 19 September

Rugbytots Chippenham
2024-06-09 08:30 - 12:30 | Sheldon School Dance Studio, Sheldon School, Hardenhuish Lane, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN14 6HJ, United Kingdom
🏉🌟 Rugbytots: Where Little Champions Score Big! 🌟🏉
Calling all mini ruckers! Our action-packed classes blend rugby, fun, and skill-building for kids aged 18 months to 6 years.
From scrums to giggles, we’re all about developing motor skills, fostering teamwork, and creating a love for an active, healthy life. Join the scrum-tastic adventure today!
Sessions last between 30-45 minutes with FREE taster sessions available! Plus, we’re so confident your little one will have a blast that we offer a full money-back guarantee if you don’t enjoy the first two classes. No try, no cry! 😄👍

Chippenham Film Festival June feature
2024-06-10 19:30 - 22:00 | The Reel Cinema, 91 Marshfield Rd, Chippenham, SN15 1JR, United Kingdom
On 2 September 1942, Eric Ravilious joined the crew of a military plane that was embarking on a search party for a missing aircraft off the coast of Iceland. Four days after that plane also failed to return, the RAF declared the crew lost in action.
Eric Ravilious is as compelling and enigmatic as his art. Set against the dramatic wartime locations that inspire him, Margy Kinmonth’s film brings to life this brilliant but still grossly undervalued British artist. Caught in the crossfire of war 80 years ago, Ravilious’s legacy largely sank without trace, until now. Made with the blessing of the Ravilious Estate, this first full length feature documentary about Ravilious unfolds in his own words, through previously unseen private correspondence and rare archive film.
The film features the voices of Freddie Fox, Tamsin Greig, Jeremy Irons & Harriet Walter and asks what his life and art tells us about the elusive concept of Englishness, and what it means to be a war artist.

Happy Cafe
2024-06-11 02:00 - 15:30 | The Rivo Lounge, 2-4 The Bridge, Chippenham, SN151EX
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 is brought to you by the Wiltshire Mental Health Inclusion Service….
Chippenham – Rivo Lounge every Tuesday 2-3.30pm
Contact David if you are interested or have any questions: 07483 913159

Visit Wiltshire Mental Health Inclusion Service online:
rethink.org/wiltsmhis
Facebook: WiltshireMHIS
Instagram: wiltshire_mhis

Beginners Arts workshops
2024-06-11 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.

Trio of Free Confidence and Wellbeing Courses at Chippenham Community Hub
2024-06-11 10:00 - 12:00 | Chippenham Community Hub
Free Family and Community Learning courses at Chippenham Community Hub. Take little steps today for a happier tomorrow.
Exploring Positive Emotions – Tuesday 11 June 10am – 12pm
Explore Feelings. Manage negative emotions. Focus on the positive things in life.
Exploring Confidence in Communication – Tuesday 18 June 10am – 12pm
Feel more confident talking about your needs and sharing feelings.
Exploring My Skills – Tuesday 25 June 10am – 12pm
Know your strengths and skills to choose goals and plan for the future.
Booking closes one week before the course and eligibility criteria apply. Contact familyandcommunitylearning@wiltshire.gov.uk or call the team on 01225 770478

Improvers Art workshops
2024-06-11 12:30 - 14:30 | The Cause Music and Arts Centre, 42 The Causeway, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3DD, United Kingdom
Join Charlie for another (incredibly popular) 6 week course for the improver. (Please check our website for the list of topics)
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.
We look forward to meeting you!

Life Drawing
2024-06-11 19:00 | Cause Arts Centre, 42 The Causeway, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3DD, United Kingdom
‘The best life drawing class I’ve found in years’
Tuesday evenings – 7-9pm (also runs on Wednesday mornings 9.30 – 11.30am) Starting on January 2nd 2024!
£99 for 6 weeks or £20 drop in – all materials, coffee, tea and biscuits included.
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.
We look forward to meeting you.

Life Drawing
2024-06-11 19:00 - 21:00 | The Cause Music and Arts Centre, 42 The Causeway, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3DD, United Kingdom
A chance to indulge, draw and to practice some essential drawing skills in a beautiful environment, guided by someone with over 25 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. We look forward to meeting you.

£99 per 6 x 2 hour session term or £20 drop-in
Easels, materials and fresh coffee included.

‘My favourite time of the week’
‘The best life drawing class I’ve found in years’

Allsorts Community Choir
2024-06-11 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).

Life Drawing - mornings
2024-06-12 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.

Derry Tots
2024-06-12 09:30 - 11:30 | Lansdowne Hall – Derry Hill
Derry Tots Under 5’s playgroup located at The Lansdowne Hall in Derry Hill. Fun, friendly and social group for parents/carers and children alike!
Term time only
Wednesdays – 9.30-11.30am

Teen Art and Design
2024-06-12 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.

Fight Klub Chippenham
2024-06-12 19:00 - 20:00 | Pewsham Community Centre, Lodge Road, Chippenham, SN5 3SY
FIGHT KLUB® is the high intensity fun workout that makes getting in shape an addiction. Set to music, the program is a combination of boxing, kick boxing and Thai boxing.
FIGHT KLUB® is a workout built around a freestanding professional grade punch bag using simple combinations of kicks and punches whilst keeping time with the high energy beat.
FIGHT KLUB® is sweeping the workout scene as participants benefit from improvements in cardiovascular endurance, weight loss and muscular toning fused with the atmosphere of a nightclub. Fight Klub® is an intense workout utilising all the muscle groups in the upper and lower body including the core, whilst increasing flexibility.
Laura Caddy launched Fight Klub in Chippenham in January 2024. You get your first class free!

Seniors Strong Class
2024-06-13 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.

Senior Friendship Group
2024-06-13 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.

Chippenham Memory Cafe
2024-06-13 10:30 | Sheldon Road Methodist Church, Audley Road, Chippenham, SN14 0DU, Sheldon Road Methodist Church, Audley Road, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN14 0DU, United Kingdom
Relax and enjoy a social activity with others. Alzheimer’s Support Memory Cafe meets at Sheldon Road Methodist Church from 10.30am -12pm every other Thursday morning.
The cafe offers people living with dementia and their families the chance to relax and enjoy a social activity with others, sample some of our delicious cakes, and chat with dementia professionals who are on hand to offer information and informal support.
As well as the general café, there is also a quieter area where couples can sit and enjoy the refreshments and entertainment.
If this is your first time then please call us on 01380 739055 or fill in the form below. If you are a regular visitor to our cafe just turn up!
We look forward to seeing you soon.
Please note, to help towards our costs we ask everyone to pay £4.50 on the door.

Alzheimer's Support Memory Cafe, Chippenham
2024-06-13 10:30 - 12:00 | Sheldon Road Methodist Church, Audley Road, Chippenham, SN14 0DU, Sheldon Road Methodist Church, Audley Road, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN14 0DU, United Kingdom
Chippenham Memory café meets fortnightly for activities, chat, and a chance to catch up informally with dementia professionals.
As well as the general café, there is also a quieter area where couples can sit and enjoy the refreshments and entertainment.
If this is your first time then please call us on 01380 739055. If you are a regular visitor to our cafe just turn up!
We look forward to seeing you soon.
Please note, to help towards our costs we ask everyone to pay £4.50 on the door.

REEL CLASSIC season
2024-06-13 14:30 | Reel Cinema Chippenham, 91 Marshfield Road, Chippenham, SN15 1JR
At 2:30pm every Thursday from April 18 to June 13 you can watch a classic movie at your local REEL Cinema, with tickets just £3.99 each!*

Spanning more than fifty years, the eight award-winning films in the REEL Classics Season feature some of the world’s greatest movie stars in front of the camera, and some of the big screen’s finest directors behind it. Digitally remastered and looking better than ever, the films being shown are:

THU APRIL 25: SINGIN’ IN THE RAIN (1952)
THU MAY 02: NORTH BY NORTHWEST (1959)
THU MAY 09: LAWRENCE OF ARABIA (1962)
THU MAY 16: DR ZHIVAGO (1965)
THU MAY 23: AGE OF INNOCENCE (1994)
THU JUNE 06: HOPE AND GLORY (1987)
THU JUNE 13: THE ENGLISH PATIENT (1996)

*Standard online booking fees apply

Visit the REEL cinema website for more information and to book.

Baking Club
2024-06-13 14:30 - 16:30 | Cepen Lodge Care Home
Cepen Lodge are opening their doors to the local community to invite older people to join us for our fortnightly baking club! Starting Thursday 21st March, and running every other Thursday – come and join our residents to bake some delicious treats and enjoy refreshments with us. A great opportunity to socialise and network.

Job Coaching at the Chippenham Community Hub
2024-06-14 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.

Rethink Mental Health at Chippenham Community Hub
2024-06-14 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.

Chippenham Harriers Beginners Running
2024-06-14 18:45 - 19:45 | Chippenham Sports Club
A fully supported journey to 5k for all levels. Joining our beginners running course is a great opportunity to improve your fitness, make some new friends, and achieve something you can be truly proud of. If you’re keen to give running a try, returning to it after a break, or would like some support progressing your running, this course is for you.
Our next beginners course will start on the 3rd May 2024. We’ll have three different groups so that you can choose a level that suits you, and you’ll have the freedom to move groups at any time along the course as you wish. There’ll also be lots of support from our team of leaders every step of the way, helping you progress towards your 5k goal (it’s 100% achievable, we promise!)
No experience whatsoever necessary; just come along in comfy clothes and bring a friend or two to keep you all motivated!
