Wiltshire and the World: John Aubrey and the Quest for Knowledge
Chippenham Museum 9-10 Market Pl, Chippenham
Carnival Creativity at Moonrakers’ Educafe
Wiltshire & Swindon History Centre Wiltshire & Swindon History Centre Cocklebury Rd, Chippenham
Week of Events
Wiltshire and the World: John Aubrey and the Quest for Knowledge
John Aubrey was born in the small hamlet of Easton Piercy, near Kington St Michael. Four hundred years later, this exhibition celebrates the life and work of this extraordinary individual. When Aubrey was born in 1626, it seemed that life would never change. But when he was just sixteen, the English Civil War broke out, […]
Mums Meet at The Angel
Join us every Monday and Thursday for a fun and relaxed get-together with your little ones. Enjoy a swim for just £7 per adult, and the best part? Children swim FREE! After your swim, unwind in our bar and restaurant area with drinks and snacks, while your little ones stay entertained with playtime and colouring […]
Mums Meet at The Angel
Join us every Monday and Thursday for a fun and relaxed get-together with your little ones. Enjoy a swim for just £7 per adult, and the best part? Children swim FREE! After your swim, unwind in our bar and restaurant area with drinks and snacks, while your little ones stay entertained with playtime and colouring […]
Race to the Stones
Run or walk 100k non stop to the Avebury stones, push yourself and do it in one day or you can split it over 2 days. Event is raising money for local charity Doorway. For more information contact Sarah via email at facilities@doorwayproject.org.uk
Monday, July 6, 2026
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July 6, 2026 -Carnival Creativity at Moonrakers’ Educafe
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July 6, 2026 - RecurringSparkly Lite singing group
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July 6, 2026 -Creature Comforts
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July 6, 2026 - RecurringWalking Netball
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July 6, 2026 - RecurringPay as you go Walking Hockey
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July 6, 2026 - RecurringWomens Rounders Club
Carnival Creativity at Moonrakers’ Educafe
Join Fee and Anesia to help turn Tetrapacks into prints using a pasta maker press as Moonrakers' Educafe celebrates the carvival coming to Chippenham. Consider what the carnival means to you, taking a look carnival promotional material from the past to inspire you. Anything goes, be bold and creative and have fun getting into the […]
Sparkly Lite singing group
Sparkly Singers is the award-winning Wiltshire-based choir experience, founded with the simple aim of bringing the joy and benefits of group singing to everyone, regardless of age, experience or ability. Our 'lighter' daytime sessions are perfect for anyone who just fancies popping out for an hour or so each week to meet new people and […]
Creature Comforts
Join members of our ‘lighter’ lunchtime group for an hour-long, open-to-all community singalong featuring songs that all have a connection to animals. Expect a musical menagerie of well-known hits from the likes of Elton John, Bill Haley & His Comets, Culture Club, The Mamas & The Papas, Elvis Presley and many more. No part singing, […]
Walking Netball
Looking for a fun and gentle way to stay active? Walking Netball is a slower-paced version of the traditional game, making it perfect for anyone who wants to exercise in a relaxed, supportive, and friendly environment. These sessions are suitable for all abilities, whether you're completely new to netball or returning after a break. Each […]
Pay as you go Walking Hockey
Walking Hockey is exactly as the name suggests – you play Hockey while walking - and is perfect for players who are looking for a less physically demanding version of the sport, but still enjoy participating, showing their skills and being involved in the team and social aspect of the sport. The game is played […]
Womens Rounders Club
Ladies are you Over 18? Enjoy playing Rounders? If you liked playing Rounders at school why not come along and join us? We play relaxed games and enjoy socialising together. We Train Monday evenings 6pm at Sheldon school Chippenham on the field, we are a very friendly team, all abilities are welcome. Why not come […]
Tuesday, July 7, 2026
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July 7, 2026 - RecurringBeginners Art
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July 7, 2026 - RecurringImprovers Art
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July 7, 2026 - RecurringHoopiness
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July 7, 2026 -Mindful Meander
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July 7, 2026 - RecurringAllsorts Community Choir Weekly Sessions
Beginners Art
Uniquely designed and delivered 6 x 6 week courses for beginners. Tuesdays 9.30 – 11.30 am at the Cause Arts Centre, Causeway Chippenham Term 1: September 16th – October 21st 2025 – Still Life (drawing) Term 2: November 4th – December 9th 2025 – Objects (interiors) Term 3: January 6th – February 10th 2026 – […]
Improvers Art
Uniquely designed and delivered 6 x 6 week courses for those with some experience or who want to extend their skills further. Tuesdays at 12.30 – 2.30pm at the Cause Arts Centre, Causeway Chippenham (you can find all of our locations at the bottom of our website with maps) Term 1: September 16th – October […]
Hoopiness
If you’re looking for something a bit different to the gym, this is a fun, beginner-friendly class focused on movement, music and a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere. And just to say, if the hoop spends more time on the floor than on your waist at first… that’s completely normal. Chippenham Tuesdays, 7pm–7.45pm 45 minutes It can […]
Mindful Meander
Join local artist April Barlow to explore Chippenham Museum’s summer exhibition, Wiltshire and the World: John Aubrey and the Quest for Knowledge, before heading out on a mindful walk beside the River Avon to reconnect with nature through art. Meet at Chippenham Museum. Arrive 5 to 10 minutes early to allow for a prompt start. […]
Allsorts Community Choir Weekly Sessions
Allsorts Community Choir meets Tuesday 7.30pm at Sheldon Road Methodist Church, Chippenham. All sorts of styles from swing to gospel, to folk and pop with a generous helping of everything in between. All sorts of people from 18-108 welcome! First two sessions FREE, £3 per session once joined (paid termly). Auditions, music reading, & experience […]
Wednesday, July 8, 2026
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July 8, 2026 - RecurringRunny Snotts Open Mic
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July 8, 2026 - RecurringMen Walking & Talking
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July 8, 2026 - RecurringCLOGS Musical Theatre presents The Great British Bake Off Musical
Runny Snotts Open Mic
Monthly Open Mic event where anyone can have 15 mins (3 songs) of fame. Book your slot using our online calendar here https://calendly.com/runnysnott/openmic
Men Walking & Talking
Giving men a safe space to open up about their mental health and support each other. A simple walk, a powerful conversation. Weekly walks creating a safe, relaxed space where it's ok to talk - or just listen. No need to book No booking fees. Completely free Just turn up at the time and location […]
CLOGS Musical Theatre presents The Great British Bake Off Musical
CLOGS Music Theatre presents The Great British Bake Off Musical Get ready for a showstopper at The Neeld Community and Arts Centre this July 2026 as CLOGS Musical Theatre serves up the irresistible The Great British Bake Off Musical! Inspired by the beloved TV sensation The Great British Bake Off, this joyous, high-spirited musical blends […]
Thursday, July 9, 2026
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July 9, 2026 -Summer Behind-the-Scenes Tour
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July 9, 2026 - RecurringShe Can Be Active – Mother and Daughter Netball
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July 9, 2026 - RecurringCLOGS Musical Theatre presents The Great British Bake Off Musical
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July 9, 2026 - RecurringSparkly Singers
Summer Behind-the-Scenes Tour
Join the team on one of our behind-the-scenes tours of the Charity's airbase. We will be opening the doors to our airbase to give our guests a unique experience. The tour will cover our flight room, helicopter hangar and simulation room. All monies raised will go directly to help save lives in Wiltshire and Bath. […]
She Can Be Active – Mother and Daughter Netball
Starting this June, join us for Mother and Daughter Netball in Chippenham! (Age 12+) Beginner-friendly sessions with a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere, open to all abilities and experience levels, and a great way to get active, meet new people and build confidence. Sign up to these FREE sessions here: https://bookwhen.com/wiltshireandswindonsport
CLOGS Musical Theatre presents The Great British Bake Off Musical
CLOGS Music Theatre presents The Great British Bake Off Musical Get ready for a showstopper at The Neeld Community and Arts Centre this July 2026 as CLOGS Musical Theatre serves up the irresistible The Great British Bake Off Musical! Inspired by the beloved TV sensation The Great British Bake Off, this joyous, high-spirited musical blends […]
Sparkly Singers
Sparkly Singers is the award-winning Wiltshire-based choir experience, founded with the simple aim of bringing the joy and benefits of group singing to everyone, regardless of age, experience or ability. Rather than splitting into parts and learning harmonies, we prefer instead to sing in unison, infusing songs with our own rather unique mix of humour, […]
Friday, July 10, 2026
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July 10, 2026 -Top Tips for Teeth
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July 10, 2026 - RecurringClimbing Wall Taster Sessions
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July 10, 2026 - RecurringNo Strings Badminton
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July 10, 2026 -80’s 90’s DJ Disco Night
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July 10, 2026 - RecurringCLOGS Musical Theatre presents The Great British Bake Off Musical
Top Tips for Teeth
Join us for a fun drop In focused on healthy smiles! Come along with your children to enjoy engaging activities and pick up practical tips on caring for your child’s teeth and gums, helping to build healthy habits that last a lifetime. No booking required, just drop in! Monkton Park, Monkton Hill, Chippenhamm SN15 1ER […]
Climbing Wall Taster Sessions
🔥 Friday Night Climbing Fun! 🧗♀️🧗♂️ Kick off your weekend with an adrenaline boost! 🎉 Join us every Friday evening for our Climbing Wall Taster Sessions - a fun, high-energy experience for all ages and abilities. Whether you’re a total beginner or just up for a challenge, we’ve got you covered! 💪 What’s on: 🕒 […]
No Strings Badminton
No Strings Badminton – Every Friday! Looking for a relaxed game of badminton to kick off your weekend? Join our No Strings Badminton sessions for friendly, pressure-free play and plenty of fun. Fridays | 7–8pm £3.60 per person No booking required – just turn up, bring a friend, and get playing! Open to all ages […]
80’s 90’s DJ Disco Night
Grab your mates and join us for an evening dancing, smiles and fun to the best of the 80's and 90's - fancy dress optional 🙂
CLOGS Musical Theatre presents The Great British Bake Off Musical
CLOGS Music Theatre presents The Great British Bake Off Musical Get ready for a showstopper at The Neeld Community and Arts Centre this July 2026 as CLOGS Musical Theatre serves up the irresistible The Great British Bake Off Musical! Inspired by the beloved TV sensation The Great British Bake Off, this joyous, high-spirited musical blends […]
Saturday, July 11, 2026
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July 11, 2026 - RecurringWilts & Berks Canal Trust Open Days at Pewsham Locks
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July 11, 2026 - RecurringYelde Hall Summer Opening
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July 11, 2026 - RecurringTown Walk
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July 11, 2026 -Collection Conversations: Gordon Faulds & Alex Faulkner
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July 11, 2026 -Homes & Gardens Watercolour Workshop
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July 11, 2026 - RecurringCLOGS Musical Theatre presents The Great British Bake Off Musical
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July 11, 2026 -Caytra – Jazz Night
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July 11, 2026 - RecurringCLOGS Musical Theatre presents The Great British Bake Off Musical
Wilts & Berks Canal Trust Open Days at Pewsham Locks
Join us at Pewsham Locks, where we will be running boat trips from 12:30 using our wheel-chair accessible trip boat 'The Mary Archard'. Powered by a near silent electric motor, cruise down the canal and see if you can spot Kingfishers, Heron or even an Otter! Find out about our Meadow Creation/ Habitat Management Work. […]
Yelde Hall Summer Opening
Want to discover more about Chippenham’s history? Visit the Yelde Hall on select dates from May to September, where you can meet characters from the town’s past in the council chamber and pirates from 1709 in the lock-up! The Yelde Hall is free to enter and will be open from 10.30am to 1.30pm. Opening dates: […]
Town Walk
Our free guided walks are back for 2026! Join a member of the Chippenham Museum team on select Thursdays and Saturdays from May to September for a 40-minute journey through the town’s history, from King Alfred and the Saxons to the present day. Perfect for residents, visitors and groups! Meet at The Buttercross, Market Place. […]
Collection Conversations: Gordon Faulds & Alex Faulkner
In July’s installment of our free art talk series, we will be joined by Gordon Faulds and Alex Faulkner. Gordon Faulds studied visual communication at the Bath Academy of Art, Corsham, and believes his time there to have been hugely influential, expanding his cultural awareness and future thinking. He now works across multiple disciplines including […]
Homes & Gardens Watercolour Workshop
Take a break from the everyday and enjoy painting cosy homes and beautiful gardens in watercolour. In this relaxed, therapeutic workshop, you’ll have the freedom to paint a scene that combines buildings and nature — whether that’s a charming house, a garden view, or a favourite place where the two meet. You might choose to […]
CLOGS Musical Theatre presents The Great British Bake Off Musical
CLOGS Music Theatre presents The Great British Bake Off Musical Get ready for a showstopper at The Neeld Community and Arts Centre this July 2026 as CLOGS Musical Theatre serves up the irresistible The Great British Bake Off Musical! Inspired by the beloved TV sensation The Great British Bake Off, this joyous, high-spirited musical blends […]
Caytra – Jazz Night
An intimate seated evening of groove-driven contemporary jazz, blending hip-hop / electro influences with outstanding musicianship. Expect infectious rhythms, improvisation and a live set designed to be experienced up close!!
CLOGS Musical Theatre presents The Great British Bake Off Musical
CLOGS Music Theatre presents The Great British Bake Off Musical Get ready for a showstopper at The Neeld Community and Arts Centre this July 2026 as CLOGS Musical Theatre serves up the irresistible The Great British Bake Off Musical! Inspired by the beloved TV sensation The Great British Bake Off, this joyous, high-spirited musical blends […]
Sunday, July 12, 2026
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July 12, 2026 - RecurringFREE Park Yoga at John Coles Park
FREE Park Yoga at John Coles Park
Join FREE Park Yoga sessions at John Coles Park, Chippenham (by the tennis courts). Please look out for the large Park Yoga flag. what3words: ///strutted.bound.ignites 9.30am – 10.30am every Sunday morning from 3rd May to 13th September. Yoga classes with Kyla are accessible, inclusive, and welcoming to all. Kyla’s teachings offer individuals an opportunity to find […]
