Week of Events
Chippenham Between the Wars
Explore what life was like in Chippenham in the 1920s & 30s, as objects, costume, photographs & artworks bring the era to life. Marking the centenary of the opening of John Coles Park in 1923, this exhibition explores the glamour of the cinema and fashions from the period, as well as strikes, protests and the […]
A Mixed Up Fairytale
Singing and Drama Workshop for primary age children at St Peter's Church Hall, Chippenham. Please email nwsdsmusic@gmail.com for more information and to book.
Cepen Park South Emoji Trail
Join us from the 5th to 13th of August for this year's Cepen Park South trail - an emoji themed one. At each stop there will be an emoji clue, solve the clue to find a book or a film. For example, 🦁👑 = Lion King. This year's charity of choice is Dorothy House, a […]
Autism Friendly Quiet Time Activities
Experience the museum’s free summer drop-in activities in a quieter way before the museum is open to the public. Limited to four accompanied children our Autism friendly Quiet Time sessions offer children, who find our busy drop-in sessions uncomfortable, an opportunity to enjoy our summer craft activities in a relaxed way. Each week in August […]
Summer Family Creative Activities
Get creative this summer at our free family drop ins inspired by the 1920s & 30s, with new activities each week. Design your own chocolate bar wrapper, create Chippenham Monopoly & more! Tuesday’s & Thursday’s in August. Drop In 10.30-3.30.
Summer Fun with Clare’s Circus
Roll up! Roll up! The fantastic Clare’s Circus is coming to the Neeld. Learn how to spin plates, juggle and even walk a tight-wire! Many other activities will be available including hula hoops, stilts, poi and fun games such as giant Jenga. For those under 4 there will be a special area with tents, tunnels, […]
Beyond The Streets
On Saturday August 5th, The Forbidden Carnival Gallery will be opening it's doors on ‘Beyond The Streets’, a colourful array of street, skate and graffiti art as well as unique custom painted skate decks by local artists. The opening will coincide with the one day Chippenham skate fest - Burts Fest, organised by Burts Boards, […]
Whole Day Life Drawing – Improvers
Following on from the success of last year's events, we're excited to bring you two more whole day life drawing days for the summer holidays. For those who have some experience or who are happy to work at their own pace, join Charlie for an indulgent day of Life Drawing in the beautiful Cause Arts […]
John Coles Park Centenary Celebrations
A “Roaring 20s” themed event will take place in John Coles Park with lots of fun and free activities for all the family to enjoy. You are encouraged to dress in the attire of this time period if you would like to. Some of the attractions will include: Traditional carousel and swing boats Chloe’s Mobile […]
John Cole’s Park Centenary Celebrations
A “Roaring 20s” themed event will take place in John Coles Park with lots of fun and free activities for all the family to enjoy. You are encouraged to dress in the attire of this time period if you would like to. Some of the attractions will include: Traditional carousel and swing boats Chloe’s Mobile […]
