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SUMMARY:Summer Holiday Creative Activities
DESCRIPTION:Get inspired by John Aubrey this summer! \nFrom flexible hexagons to mixed-up mythical creatures\, join us every Tuesday and Thursday during the summer holidays for our series of creative activities inspired by our summer exhibition\, ‘Wiltshire and the World: John Aubrey and the Quest for Knowledge’. \nHere’s what you can get up to each week: \nWeek 1 (28 & 30 July): Hexaflexhibition\nHave some mathematical fun with flexible hexagons. \nWeek 2 (4 & 6 August): Butterfly Bonanza\nCraft your own beautiful paper butterflies. \nWeek 3 (11 & 13 August): Frankenwyvern\nDesigned by our Young Curators Group\, make your own mixed-up mythical creature. \nWeek 4 (18 & 20 August): People in Pieces\nCreate your own quirky mosaic portrait. \nWeek 5 (25 & 27 August): Glittering Grottos\nDesign a secret 3D grotto for your shelf. \nTuesday 28 July – Thursday 27 August\n10.30am – 3.30pm\nFree\, drop-in \nOur creative activities can also be enjoyed in a quieter session before the museum opens\, for those who may find the busy nature of our drop-in sessions overwhelming or who simply prefer a calm\, relaxed environment. \nTuesday 28 July – Thursday 27 August\n9.00am – 10.00am (last entry 9.45am)\nFree\, booking essential \nFor more information or to book your Quiet Time session\, please contact Chippenham Museum. You can email us at heritage@chippenham.gov.uk or call 01249 705020. \nPlease note that the same activity will take place on both Tuesdays and Thursdays each week. \nWe look forward to welcoming you to the museum for some creative fun this summer!
URL:https://onechippenham.org.uk/event/summer-holiday-creative-activities/2026-08-20/
LOCATION:Chippenham Museum\, 9-10 Market Pl\, Chippenham\, SN15 3HF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Children,Crafts,Family Friendly,Museum,School holiday
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260818T103000
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DTSTAMP:20260720T120209Z
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SUMMARY:Summer Holiday Creative Activities
DESCRIPTION:Get inspired by John Aubrey this summer! \nFrom flexible hexagons to mixed-up mythical creatures\, join us every Tuesday and Thursday during the summer holidays for our series of creative activities inspired by our summer exhibition\, ‘Wiltshire and the World: John Aubrey and the Quest for Knowledge’. \nHere’s what you can get up to each week: \nWeek 1 (28 & 30 July): Hexaflexhibition\nHave some mathematical fun with flexible hexagons. \nWeek 2 (4 & 6 August): Butterfly Bonanza\nCraft your own beautiful paper butterflies. \nWeek 3 (11 & 13 August): Frankenwyvern\nDesigned by our Young Curators Group\, make your own mixed-up mythical creature. \nWeek 4 (18 & 20 August): People in Pieces\nCreate your own quirky mosaic portrait. \nWeek 5 (25 & 27 August): Glittering Grottos\nDesign a secret 3D grotto for your shelf. \nTuesday 28 July – Thursday 27 August\n10.30am – 3.30pm\nFree\, drop-in \nOur creative activities can also be enjoyed in a quieter session before the museum opens\, for those who may find the busy nature of our drop-in sessions overwhelming or who simply prefer a calm\, relaxed environment. \nTuesday 28 July – Thursday 27 August\n9.00am – 10.00am (last entry 9.45am)\nFree\, booking essential \nFor more information or to book your Quiet Time session\, please contact Chippenham Museum. You can email us at heritage@chippenham.gov.uk or call 01249 705020. \nPlease note that the same activity will take place on both Tuesdays and Thursdays each week. \nWe look forward to welcoming you to the museum for some creative fun this summer!
URL:https://onechippenham.org.uk/event/summer-holiday-creative-activities/2026-08-18/
LOCATION:Chippenham Museum\, 9-10 Market Pl\, Chippenham\, SN15 3HF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Children,Crafts,Family Friendly,Museum,School holiday
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260813T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260813T200000
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SUMMARY:Town Walk
DESCRIPTION:Our free guided walks are back for 2026! \nJoin 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. \nPerfect for residents\, visitors and groups! Meet at The Buttercross\, Market Place. Arrive 5 to 10 minutes before to allow for a prompt start. Spaces are limited so booking is essential via Eventbrite. \nSaturdays at 2pm: \n9 May\, 13 June\, 11 July\, 8 August\, 22 August & 12 September \nThursdays at 7pm: \n14 May\, 18 June\, 16 July\, 13 August & 17 September
URL:https://onechippenham.org.uk/event/town-walk/2026-08-13/
LOCATION:Chippenham Museum\, 9-10 Market Pl\, Chippenham\, SN15 3HF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Heritage,History,Museum,Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260813T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260813T153000
DTSTAMP:20260720T120209Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260720T120209Z
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SUMMARY:Summer Holiday Creative Activities
DESCRIPTION:Get inspired by John Aubrey this summer! \nFrom flexible hexagons to mixed-up mythical creatures\, join us every Tuesday and Thursday during the summer holidays for our series of creative activities inspired by our summer exhibition\, ‘Wiltshire and the World: John Aubrey and the Quest for Knowledge’. \nHere’s what you can get up to each week: \nWeek 1 (28 & 30 July): Hexaflexhibition\nHave some mathematical fun with flexible hexagons. \nWeek 2 (4 & 6 August): Butterfly Bonanza\nCraft your own beautiful paper butterflies. \nWeek 3 (11 & 13 August): Frankenwyvern\nDesigned by our Young Curators Group\, make your own mixed-up mythical creature. \nWeek 4 (18 & 20 August): People in Pieces\nCreate your own quirky mosaic portrait. \nWeek 5 (25 & 27 August): Glittering Grottos\nDesign a secret 3D grotto for your shelf. \nTuesday 28 July – Thursday 27 August\n10.30am – 3.30pm\nFree\, drop-in \nOur creative activities can also be enjoyed in a quieter session before the museum opens\, for those who may find the busy nature of our drop-in sessions overwhelming or who simply prefer a calm\, relaxed environment. \nTuesday 28 July – Thursday 27 August\n9.00am – 10.00am (last entry 9.45am)\nFree\, booking essential \nFor more information or to book your Quiet Time session\, please contact Chippenham Museum. You can email us at heritage@chippenham.gov.uk or call 01249 705020. \nPlease note that the same activity will take place on both Tuesdays and Thursdays each week. \nWe look forward to welcoming you to the museum for some creative fun this summer!
URL:https://onechippenham.org.uk/event/summer-holiday-creative-activities/2026-08-13/
LOCATION:Chippenham Museum\, 9-10 Market Pl\, Chippenham\, SN15 3HF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Children,Crafts,Family Friendly,Museum,School holiday
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260811T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260811T153000
DTSTAMP:20260720T120208Z
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SUMMARY:Summer Holiday Creative Activities
DESCRIPTION:Get inspired by John Aubrey this summer! \nFrom flexible hexagons to mixed-up mythical creatures\, join us every Tuesday and Thursday during the summer holidays for our series of creative activities inspired by our summer exhibition\, ‘Wiltshire and the World: John Aubrey and the Quest for Knowledge’. \nHere’s what you can get up to each week: \nWeek 1 (28 & 30 July): Hexaflexhibition\nHave some mathematical fun with flexible hexagons. \nWeek 2 (4 & 6 August): Butterfly Bonanza\nCraft your own beautiful paper butterflies. \nWeek 3 (11 & 13 August): Frankenwyvern\nDesigned by our Young Curators Group\, make your own mixed-up mythical creature. \nWeek 4 (18 & 20 August): People in Pieces\nCreate your own quirky mosaic portrait. \nWeek 5 (25 & 27 August): Glittering Grottos\nDesign a secret 3D grotto for your shelf. \nTuesday 28 July – Thursday 27 August\n10.30am – 3.30pm\nFree\, drop-in \nOur creative activities can also be enjoyed in a quieter session before the museum opens\, for those who may find the busy nature of our drop-in sessions overwhelming or who simply prefer a calm\, relaxed environment. \nTuesday 28 July – Thursday 27 August\n9.00am – 10.00am (last entry 9.45am)\nFree\, booking essential \nFor more information or to book your Quiet Time session\, please contact Chippenham Museum. You can email us at heritage@chippenham.gov.uk or call 01249 705020. \nPlease note that the same activity will take place on both Tuesdays and Thursdays each week. \nWe look forward to welcoming you to the museum for some creative fun this summer!
URL:https://onechippenham.org.uk/event/summer-holiday-creative-activities/2026-08-11/
LOCATION:Chippenham Museum\, 9-10 Market Pl\, Chippenham\, SN15 3HF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Children,Crafts,Family Friendly,Museum,School holiday
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260808T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260808T153000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T134319Z
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SUMMARY:Collection Conversations: Jan Byrne & Guy Bigland
DESCRIPTION:In August’s installment of our free art talk series\, we will be joined by Jan Byrne and Guy Bigland. \nJan Byrne has been working with ceramics almost continuously since studying at Bath Academy of Art\, Corsham. Her hand-built pieces are layered with intricate decoration and represent her thoughts\, feelings\, or ideas\, which often mirror events personal to her or part of our collective experience. \nGuy Bigland studied Fine Art at Bath College of Higher Education\, returning to complete his Masters at Bath Spa University. His practice includes painting\, print\, books\, and digital media. In 2015\, he won the Sheffield International Artists’ book prize for his book Things You Have Done. His work is held in national and international public collections including the Tate\, the V&A\, and the British Library. \nFree\, booking essential \nImage captions:\nLeft image: Sidmouth Beach\, 2016\, Jan Byrne\, ceramic\nRight image: Art is a Four-Letter Word (Ha Ha What Does This Represent?)\, 2012\, Guy Bigland\, gouache on paper
URL:https://onechippenham.org.uk/event/collection-conversations-jan-byrne-guy-bigland/
LOCATION:Chippenham Museum\, 9-10 Market Pl\, Chippenham\, SN15 3HF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Arts,Museum,Talks & lectures,Visual Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260808T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260808T150000
DTSTAMP:20260421T134221Z
CREATED:20260421T134221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T134221Z
UID:61002-1786197600-1786201200@onechippenham.org.uk
SUMMARY:Town Walk
DESCRIPTION:Our free guided walks are back for 2026! \nJoin 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. \nPerfect for residents\, visitors and groups! Meet at The Buttercross\, Market Place. Arrive 5 to 10 minutes before to allow for a prompt start. Spaces are limited so booking is essential via Eventbrite. \nSaturdays at 2pm: \n9 May\, 13 June\, 11 July\, 8 August\, 22 August & 12 September \nThursdays at 7pm: \n14 May\, 18 June\, 16 July\, 13 August & 17 September
URL:https://onechippenham.org.uk/event/town-walk/2026-08-08/
LOCATION:Chippenham Museum\, 9-10 Market Pl\, Chippenham\, SN15 3HF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Heritage,History,Museum,Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260808T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260808T133000
DTSTAMP:20260421T134414Z
CREATED:20260421T134414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T134414Z
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SUMMARY:Yelde Hall Summer Opening
DESCRIPTION: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! \nThe Yelde Hall is free to enter and will be open from 10.30am to 1.30pm. \nOpening dates: \nSaturday 9 May\nSaturday 11 July\nSaturday 8 August\nSaturday 22 August\nSaturday 12 September
URL:https://onechippenham.org.uk/event/yelde-hall-summer-opening/2026-08-08/
LOCATION:The Yelde Hall
CATEGORIES:Heritage,History,Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260806T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260806T153000
DTSTAMP:20260720T120207Z
CREATED:20260720T120120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260720T120207Z
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SUMMARY:Summer Holiday Creative Activities
DESCRIPTION:Get inspired by John Aubrey this summer! \nFrom flexible hexagons to mixed-up mythical creatures\, join us every Tuesday and Thursday during the summer holidays for our series of creative activities inspired by our summer exhibition\, ‘Wiltshire and the World: John Aubrey and the Quest for Knowledge’. \nHere’s what you can get up to each week: \nWeek 1 (28 & 30 July): Hexaflexhibition\nHave some mathematical fun with flexible hexagons. \nWeek 2 (4 & 6 August): Butterfly Bonanza\nCraft your own beautiful paper butterflies. \nWeek 3 (11 & 13 August): Frankenwyvern\nDesigned by our Young Curators Group\, make your own mixed-up mythical creature. \nWeek 4 (18 & 20 August): People in Pieces\nCreate your own quirky mosaic portrait. \nWeek 5 (25 & 27 August): Glittering Grottos\nDesign a secret 3D grotto for your shelf. \nTuesday 28 July – Thursday 27 August\n10.30am – 3.30pm\nFree\, drop-in \nOur creative activities can also be enjoyed in a quieter session before the museum opens\, for those who may find the busy nature of our drop-in sessions overwhelming or who simply prefer a calm\, relaxed environment. \nTuesday 28 July – Thursday 27 August\n9.00am – 10.00am (last entry 9.45am)\nFree\, booking essential \nFor more information or to book your Quiet Time session\, please contact Chippenham Museum. You can email us at heritage@chippenham.gov.uk or call 01249 705020. \nPlease note that the same activity will take place on both Tuesdays and Thursdays each week. \nWe look forward to welcoming you to the museum for some creative fun this summer!
URL:https://onechippenham.org.uk/event/summer-holiday-creative-activities/2026-08-06/
LOCATION:Chippenham Museum\, 9-10 Market Pl\, Chippenham\, SN15 3HF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Children,Crafts,Family Friendly,Museum,School holiday
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260805T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260805T210000
DTSTAMP:20260204T194124Z
CREATED:20251208T110712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T194124Z
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SUMMARY:The Power of the Particular: Brief Lives Creative Writing Workshops
DESCRIPTION:Join the Chippenham Museum Creative Writing Group for a series of linked workshops celebrating the 400th anniversary of the birth of local antiquarian and famous biographer\, John Aubrey. The workshops will be led by Lesley Taylor\, an experienced facilitator\, and will draw inspiration from Aubrey’s work and the museum’s summer exhibition. \nBorn in Kington St Michael in 1626\, Aubrey was a biographer\, archaeologist\, scientist\, naturalist\, and oral historian. He valued the minutiae of everyday life\, and his writing is rich with specific (and often witty) details that bring the past to life. \nDrawing on his most well-known work\, Brief Lives – written portraits of key figures of his day – the workshops will explore how to write with greater detail. Sessions will provide an opportunity to develop the skill of telling your own stories with clarity\, experimenting with a range of forms including flash fiction\, memoir\, poetry\, and creative non-fiction. \nSuitable for beginners and experienced writers alike\, this series of monthly workshops will culminate in An Evening with Aubrey at the museum\, where participants’ work will be shared and celebrated. The date for this celebratory event is to be confirmed. \nEach session costs £5 per person. Spaces are limited\, so booking is essential. Please contact the museum to reserve your place. \n \nFind out more about the Chippenham – Our History project on this website here.
URL:https://onechippenham.org.uk/event/the-power-of-the-particular-brief-lives-creative-writing-workshops/2026-08-05/
LOCATION:Chippenham Museum\, 9-10 Market Pl\, Chippenham\, SN15 3HF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Adults,Chippenham - Our History,Creative Writing,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260804T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260804T153000
DTSTAMP:20260720T120206Z
CREATED:20260720T120120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260720T120206Z
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SUMMARY:Summer Holiday Creative Activities
DESCRIPTION:Get inspired by John Aubrey this summer! \nFrom flexible hexagons to mixed-up mythical creatures\, join us every Tuesday and Thursday during the summer holidays for our series of creative activities inspired by our summer exhibition\, ‘Wiltshire and the World: John Aubrey and the Quest for Knowledge’. \nHere’s what you can get up to each week: \nWeek 1 (28 & 30 July): Hexaflexhibition\nHave some mathematical fun with flexible hexagons. \nWeek 2 (4 & 6 August): Butterfly Bonanza\nCraft your own beautiful paper butterflies. \nWeek 3 (11 & 13 August): Frankenwyvern\nDesigned by our Young Curators Group\, make your own mixed-up mythical creature. \nWeek 4 (18 & 20 August): People in Pieces\nCreate your own quirky mosaic portrait. \nWeek 5 (25 & 27 August): Glittering Grottos\nDesign a secret 3D grotto for your shelf. \nTuesday 28 July – Thursday 27 August\n10.30am – 3.30pm\nFree\, drop-in \nOur creative activities can also be enjoyed in a quieter session before the museum opens\, for those who may find the busy nature of our drop-in sessions overwhelming or who simply prefer a calm\, relaxed environment. \nTuesday 28 July – Thursday 27 August\n9.00am – 10.00am (last entry 9.45am)\nFree\, booking essential \nFor more information or to book your Quiet Time session\, please contact Chippenham Museum. You can email us at heritage@chippenham.gov.uk or call 01249 705020. \nPlease note that the same activity will take place on both Tuesdays and Thursdays each week. \nWe look forward to welcoming you to the museum for some creative fun this summer!
URL:https://onechippenham.org.uk/event/summer-holiday-creative-activities/2026-08-04/
LOCATION:Chippenham Museum\, 9-10 Market Pl\, Chippenham\, SN15 3HF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Children,Crafts,Family Friendly,Museum,School holiday
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260801T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260801T153000
DTSTAMP:20260627T050338Z
CREATED:20260627T050338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260627T050338Z
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SUMMARY:Astronomy Day
DESCRIPTION:Join Chippenham Museum for some fun-filled space exploration! Take part in some astronomy-inspired activities and explore the Solar System with Sirius Astronomy in a special workshop. \nThere are two identical workshops taking place\, and attendees are advised to book only one session. They are free to attend\, but booking is essential. The sessions are recommended for children aged 6+\, and all children must be accompanied by an adult. \n🪐 Craft Activities\n📅 Saturday 1 August\n🕒 10.30am – 3.30pm\n🎟️ Free\, drop-in \n🚀 Workshops\n📅 Saturday 1 August\n🕒 10.30am – 11.30am & 2pm – 3pm\n🎟️ Free\, booking essential \nThe workshops are led by Paul Hill\, a Fellow of the Royal Astronomical Society (FRAS)\, and co-presenter and writer of the popular Awesome Astronomy podcast. He has appeared on BBC News and radio to discuss a range of astronomy and space-related topics\, and has also been interviewed on The Sky at Night. He is part of the team behind the bi-annual\, family-friendly AstroCamp in the Brecon Beacons\, and is a Space Ambassador for the European Space Education Resource Office (ESERO)\, working with the European Space Agency and UK Space Agency on space-related education programmes in schools.
URL:https://onechippenham.org.uk/event/astronomy-day/
LOCATION:Chippenham Museum\, 9-10 Market Pl\, Chippenham\, SN15 3HF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Children,Family,School holiday
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260730T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260730T153000
DTSTAMP:20260720T120205Z
CREATED:20260720T120120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260720T120205Z
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SUMMARY:Summer Holiday Creative Activities
DESCRIPTION:Get inspired by John Aubrey this summer! \nFrom flexible hexagons to mixed-up mythical creatures\, join us every Tuesday and Thursday during the summer holidays for our series of creative activities inspired by our summer exhibition\, ‘Wiltshire and the World: John Aubrey and the Quest for Knowledge’. \nHere’s what you can get up to each week: \nWeek 1 (28 & 30 July): Hexaflexhibition\nHave some mathematical fun with flexible hexagons. \nWeek 2 (4 & 6 August): Butterfly Bonanza\nCraft your own beautiful paper butterflies. \nWeek 3 (11 & 13 August): Frankenwyvern\nDesigned by our Young Curators Group\, make your own mixed-up mythical creature. \nWeek 4 (18 & 20 August): People in Pieces\nCreate your own quirky mosaic portrait. \nWeek 5 (25 & 27 August): Glittering Grottos\nDesign a secret 3D grotto for your shelf. \nTuesday 28 July – Thursday 27 August\n10.30am – 3.30pm\nFree\, drop-in \nOur creative activities can also be enjoyed in a quieter session before the museum opens\, for those who may find the busy nature of our drop-in sessions overwhelming or who simply prefer a calm\, relaxed environment. \nTuesday 28 July – Thursday 27 August\n9.00am – 10.00am (last entry 9.45am)\nFree\, booking essential \nFor more information or to book your Quiet Time session\, please contact Chippenham Museum. You can email us at heritage@chippenham.gov.uk or call 01249 705020. \nPlease note that the same activity will take place on both Tuesdays and Thursdays each week. \nWe look forward to welcoming you to the museum for some creative fun this summer!
URL:https://onechippenham.org.uk/event/summer-holiday-creative-activities/2026-07-30/
LOCATION:Chippenham Museum\, 9-10 Market Pl\, Chippenham\, SN15 3HF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Children,Crafts,Family Friendly,Museum,School holiday
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chippenham Museum":MAILTO:heritage@chippenham.gov.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260728T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260728T153000
DTSTAMP:20260720T120205Z
CREATED:20260720T120120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260720T120205Z
UID:65353-1785234600-1785252600@onechippenham.org.uk
SUMMARY:Summer Holiday Creative Activities
DESCRIPTION:Get inspired by John Aubrey this summer! \nFrom flexible hexagons to mixed-up mythical creatures\, join us every Tuesday and Thursday during the summer holidays for our series of creative activities inspired by our summer exhibition\, ‘Wiltshire and the World: John Aubrey and the Quest for Knowledge’. \nHere’s what you can get up to each week: \nWeek 1 (28 & 30 July): Hexaflexhibition\nHave some mathematical fun with flexible hexagons. \nWeek 2 (4 & 6 August): Butterfly Bonanza\nCraft your own beautiful paper butterflies. \nWeek 3 (11 & 13 August): Frankenwyvern\nDesigned by our Young Curators Group\, make your own mixed-up mythical creature. \nWeek 4 (18 & 20 August): People in Pieces\nCreate your own quirky mosaic portrait. \nWeek 5 (25 & 27 August): Glittering Grottos\nDesign a secret 3D grotto for your shelf. \nTuesday 28 July – Thursday 27 August\n10.30am – 3.30pm\nFree\, drop-in \nOur creative activities can also be enjoyed in a quieter session before the museum opens\, for those who may find the busy nature of our drop-in sessions overwhelming or who simply prefer a calm\, relaxed environment. \nTuesday 28 July – Thursday 27 August\n9.00am – 10.00am (last entry 9.45am)\nFree\, booking essential \nFor more information or to book your Quiet Time session\, please contact Chippenham Museum. You can email us at heritage@chippenham.gov.uk or call 01249 705020. \nPlease note that the same activity will take place on both Tuesdays and Thursdays each week. \nWe look forward to welcoming you to the museum for some creative fun this summer!
URL:https://onechippenham.org.uk/event/summer-holiday-creative-activities/2026-07-28/
LOCATION:Chippenham Museum\, 9-10 Market Pl\, Chippenham\, SN15 3HF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Children,Crafts,Family Friendly,Museum,School holiday
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chippenham Museum":MAILTO:heritage@chippenham.gov.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260716T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260716T200000
DTSTAMP:20260421T134220Z
CREATED:20260421T134220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T134220Z
UID:61001-1784228400-1784232000@onechippenham.org.uk
SUMMARY:Town Walk
DESCRIPTION:Our free guided walks are back for 2026! \nJoin 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. \nPerfect for residents\, visitors and groups! Meet at The Buttercross\, Market Place. Arrive 5 to 10 minutes before to allow for a prompt start. Spaces are limited so booking is essential via Eventbrite. \nSaturdays at 2pm: \n9 May\, 13 June\, 11 July\, 8 August\, 22 August & 12 September \nThursdays at 7pm: \n14 May\, 18 June\, 16 July\, 13 August & 17 September
URL:https://onechippenham.org.uk/event/town-walk/2026-07-16/
LOCATION:Chippenham Museum\, 9-10 Market Pl\, Chippenham\, SN15 3HF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Heritage,History,Museum,Walks
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chippenham Museum":MAILTO:heritage@chippenham.gov.uk
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260711T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260711T153000
DTSTAMP:20260603T122302Z
CREATED:20260603T122302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T122302Z
UID:62899-1783778400-1783783800@onechippenham.org.uk
SUMMARY:Collection Conversations: Gordon Faulds & Alex Faulkner
DESCRIPTION:In July’s installment of our free art talk series\, we will be joined by Gordon Faulds and Alex Faulkner. \nGordon 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 drawing\, painting\, sculpture\, photography\, film and installation exploring cycles and forces before and beyond the present. \nArtist and poet Alex Faulkner studied at the Bath Academy of Art\, Corsham. While a student at Corsham\, Faulkner was taught by Ed Whittaker\, Peter Kinley\, and Adrian Heath\, as well as assisting in the studios of Howard Hodgkin and Michael Kidner. Faulkner later worked in design before returning to painting and taking up printmaking. \nFree\, booking essential \nImage captions:\nLeft image: The Seed Sower\, 2007\, Gordon Faulds\, colour pencil on paper\nRight image: Lost in the Dark II\, 2015\, Alex Faulkner\, oil on paper
URL:https://onechippenham.org.uk/event/collection-conversations-gordon-faulds-alex-faulkner/
LOCATION:Chippenham Museum\, 9-10 Market Pl\, Chippenham\, SN15 3HF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Arts,Museum,Talks & lectures,Visual Arts
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chippenham Museum":MAILTO:heritage@chippenham.gov.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260711T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260711T150000
DTSTAMP:20260421T134219Z
CREATED:20260421T134219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T134219Z
UID:61000-1783778400-1783782000@onechippenham.org.uk
SUMMARY:Town Walk
DESCRIPTION:Our free guided walks are back for 2026! \nJoin 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. \nPerfect for residents\, visitors and groups! Meet at The Buttercross\, Market Place. Arrive 5 to 10 minutes before to allow for a prompt start. Spaces are limited so booking is essential via Eventbrite. \nSaturdays at 2pm: \n9 May\, 13 June\, 11 July\, 8 August\, 22 August & 12 September \nThursdays at 7pm: \n14 May\, 18 June\, 16 July\, 13 August & 17 September
URL:https://onechippenham.org.uk/event/town-walk/2026-07-11/
LOCATION:Chippenham Museum\, 9-10 Market Pl\, Chippenham\, SN15 3HF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Heritage,History,Museum,Walks
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chippenham Museum":MAILTO:heritage@chippenham.gov.uk
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260711T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260711T133000
DTSTAMP:20260421T134413Z
CREATED:20260421T134413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T134413Z
UID:60982-1783765800-1783776600@onechippenham.org.uk
SUMMARY:Yelde Hall Summer Opening
DESCRIPTION: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! \nThe Yelde Hall is free to enter and will be open from 10.30am to 1.30pm. \nOpening dates: \nSaturday 9 May\nSaturday 11 July\nSaturday 8 August\nSaturday 22 August\nSaturday 12 September
URL:https://onechippenham.org.uk/event/yelde-hall-summer-opening/2026-07-11/
LOCATION:The Yelde Hall
CATEGORIES:Heritage,History,Museum
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chippenham Museum":MAILTO:heritage@chippenham.gov.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260707T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260707T210000
DTSTAMP:20260602T130927Z
CREATED:20260602T130927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T130927Z
UID:62880-1783450800-1783458000@onechippenham.org.uk
SUMMARY:Mindful Meander
DESCRIPTION: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. \nMeet at Chippenham Museum. Arrive 5 to 10 minutes early to allow for a prompt start. Spaces are limited\, so booking is essential via MuseumShops. \nThis event is suitable for over 16s only. All materials will be provided. Please allow up to 48 hours for Chippenham Museum to confirm your booking. \n \nFind out more about the Chippenham – Our History project on this website here.
URL:https://onechippenham.org.uk/event/mindful-meander/
LOCATION:Chippenham Museum\, 9-10 Market Pl\, Chippenham\, SN15 3HF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Arts,Chippenham - Our History,Exhibition,Museum,Walks,Wellbeing
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chippenham Museum":MAILTO:heritage@chippenham.gov.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260701T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260701T210000
DTSTAMP:20260204T194124Z
CREATED:20251208T110712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T194124Z
UID:56079-1782932400-1782939600@onechippenham.org.uk
SUMMARY:The Power of the Particular: Brief Lives Creative Writing Workshops
DESCRIPTION:Join the Chippenham Museum Creative Writing Group for a series of linked workshops celebrating the 400th anniversary of the birth of local antiquarian and famous biographer\, John Aubrey. The workshops will be led by Lesley Taylor\, an experienced facilitator\, and will draw inspiration from Aubrey’s work and the museum’s summer exhibition. \nBorn in Kington St Michael in 1626\, Aubrey was a biographer\, archaeologist\, scientist\, naturalist\, and oral historian. He valued the minutiae of everyday life\, and his writing is rich with specific (and often witty) details that bring the past to life. \nDrawing on his most well-known work\, Brief Lives – written portraits of key figures of his day – the workshops will explore how to write with greater detail. Sessions will provide an opportunity to develop the skill of telling your own stories with clarity\, experimenting with a range of forms including flash fiction\, memoir\, poetry\, and creative non-fiction. \nSuitable for beginners and experienced writers alike\, this series of monthly workshops will culminate in An Evening with Aubrey at the museum\, where participants’ work will be shared and celebrated. The date for this celebratory event is to be confirmed. \nEach session costs £5 per person. Spaces are limited\, so booking is essential. Please contact the museum to reserve your place. \n \nFind out more about the Chippenham – Our History project on this website here.
URL:https://onechippenham.org.uk/event/the-power-of-the-particular-brief-lives-creative-writing-workshops/2026-07-01/
LOCATION:Chippenham Museum\, 9-10 Market Pl\, Chippenham\, SN15 3HF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Adults,Chippenham - Our History,Creative Writing,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chippenham Museum":MAILTO:heritage@chippenham.gov.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260618T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260618T200000
DTSTAMP:20260421T134219Z
CREATED:20260421T134219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T134219Z
UID:60999-1781809200-1781812800@onechippenham.org.uk
SUMMARY:Town Walk
DESCRIPTION:Our free guided walks are back for 2026! \nJoin 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. \nPerfect for residents\, visitors and groups! Meet at The Buttercross\, Market Place. Arrive 5 to 10 minutes before to allow for a prompt start. Spaces are limited so booking is essential via Eventbrite. \nSaturdays at 2pm: \n9 May\, 13 June\, 11 July\, 8 August\, 22 August & 12 September \nThursdays at 7pm: \n14 May\, 18 June\, 16 July\, 13 August & 17 September
URL:https://onechippenham.org.uk/event/town-walk/2026-06-18/
LOCATION:Chippenham Museum\, 9-10 Market Pl\, Chippenham\, SN15 3HF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Heritage,History,Museum,Walks
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chippenham Museum":MAILTO:heritage@chippenham.gov.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260618T173000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260618T190000
DTSTAMP:20260602T122051Z
CREATED:20260602T122051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T122051Z
UID:62868-1781803800-1781809200@onechippenham.org.uk
SUMMARY:History Talk: The Chippenham Carnival
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Chippenham Museum for a special illustrated talk with local historian Mike Stone. \nDiscover the fascinating evolution of the Chippenham Carnival\, from its origins in 1889 as a hospital fundraiser and the legendary ‘motor-khana’ displays in John Coles Park\, to the colourful modern-day parades through the town. \nWith the new Carnival returning on Saturday 4 July after several years away\, come and see how this tradition has evolved over the decades. \nGot memories? We want to see them! Bring along your old photos or ephemera\, as we’d love to add your stories to our collection. \nPlease note\, the doors will open at 5.15pm. \n \nFind out more about the Chippenham Our History on this website: https://onechippenham.org.uk/chippenham-our-history/ \n 
URL:https://onechippenham.org.uk/event/history-talk-the-chippenham-carnival/
LOCATION:Chippenham Museum\, 9-10 Market Pl\, Chippenham\, SN15 3HF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Chippenham - Our History,History,Museum,Talks & lectures
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chippenham Museum":MAILTO:heritage@chippenham.gov.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260613T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260613T153000
DTSTAMP:20260505T152500Z
CREATED:20260505T152500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T152500Z
UID:61655-1781359200-1781364600@onechippenham.org.uk
SUMMARY:Collection Conversations - Natasha Michaels & Carole Pearson
DESCRIPTION:In June’s installment\, we will be joined by Natasha Michaels and Carole Pearson. \nNatasha Michaels studied communication design at Saint Martin’s School of Art and at the Royal College of Art where she specialised in printmaking. Her work explores conventions in classical subjects from art history. Celebrating\, and at the same time\, subverting these images\, Michaels reimagines the sitters as fictional\, cartoon-like characters. Through the lens of celebrity and social media she explores historic and contemporary notions of power\, identity\, status and artifice. \nCarole Pearson worked with museum collections before studying at Bath Spa University\, first for a BA in ceramics\, followed by an MA in fine art. Pearson works mostly on paper but also makes three-dimensional objects. Her selection of materials is low-tech\, utilising found and everyday objects. Her thinking reflects her childhood growing up on North Yorkshire farms and her strong connection with the land. She looks for marks in the landscape\, focusing on the impressions and traces that objects have left behind. \nLeft Image: Young Woman with Dog\, 2022\, Natasha Michaels\, photopolymer gravure\, Golder-Thompson Gift (image courtesy of Rabley Editions and the artist)\nRight Image: Bench II\, 2018\, Carole Pearson\, unique cyanotype © Carole Pearson
URL:https://onechippenham.org.uk/event/collection-conversations-natasha-michaels-carole-pearson/
LOCATION:Chippenham Museum\, 9-10 Market Pl\, Chippenham\, SN15 3HF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Arts,Museum,Talks & lectures,Visual Arts
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chippenham Museum":MAILTO:heritage@chippenham.gov.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260613T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260613T150000
DTSTAMP:20260421T134218Z
CREATED:20260421T134218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T134218Z
UID:60998-1781359200-1781362800@onechippenham.org.uk
SUMMARY:Town Walk
DESCRIPTION:Our free guided walks are back for 2026! \nJoin 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. \nPerfect for residents\, visitors and groups! Meet at The Buttercross\, Market Place. Arrive 5 to 10 minutes before to allow for a prompt start. Spaces are limited so booking is essential via Eventbrite. \nSaturdays at 2pm: \n9 May\, 13 June\, 11 July\, 8 August\, 22 August & 12 September \nThursdays at 7pm: \n14 May\, 18 June\, 16 July\, 13 August & 17 September
URL:https://onechippenham.org.uk/event/town-walk/2026-06-13/
LOCATION:Chippenham Museum\, 9-10 Market Pl\, Chippenham\, SN15 3HF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Heritage,History,Museum,Walks
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://onechippenham.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Town-Walk.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Chippenham Museum":MAILTO:heritage@chippenham.gov.uk
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260613T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260919T160000
DTSTAMP:20260619T102400Z
CREATED:20260619T102359Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260619T102400Z
UID:63854-1781344800-1789833600@onechippenham.org.uk
SUMMARY:Wiltshire and the World: John Aubrey and the Quest for Knowledge
DESCRIPTION: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. \nWhen Aubrey was born in 1626\, it seemed that life would never change. But when he was just sixteen\, the English Civil War broke out\, and things changed rapidly. As old certainties unravelled\, space was created for an explosion of new ideas. Not all of this change was positive\, however. Advances in some areas were met with destruction in others. \nThroughout his life\, Aubrey was on a quest for knowledge. He wanted to learn everything he could. He grew up in Wiltshire\, but his vision was global. What he observed in the local countryside\, its people and places\, he expanded into a wider\, interconnected view of the world. From the ancient monuments of prehistoric peoples to contemporary ballads sung in the streets\, nothing escaped his notice. Seeing and doing things for himself\, rather than relying on what had been done before\, was central to his understanding. \nWhen Aubrey could not gain first-hand experience\, he sought out those who could. He consulted and collaborated with a wide range of people. He was not concerned with their background; instead\, he proudly credited and celebrated the knowledge and experiences they held. \nAubrey’s insatiable thirst for knowledge left an extraordinary legacy. When he saw historically important places and objects being destroyed\, he recorded them before it was too late. He gathered the unfiltered life stories of both the important and the not so important people of his time. He also looked to the future\, with plans to create an environment in which science and learning could flourish in the Wiltshire countryside. \nThis exhibition brings original manuscripts\, paintings and books back to Wiltshire and the area Aubrey knew for the first time since his death in 1697. Through them\, we can witness John Aubrey’s quest for knowledge and be inspired to begin our own. \nThe exhibition forms part of the Chippenham – Our History project.
URL:https://onechippenham.org.uk/event/wiltshire-and-the-world-john-aubrey-and-the-quest-for-knowledge/
LOCATION:Chippenham Museum\, 9-10 Market Pl\, Chippenham\, SN15 3HF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Chippenham - Our History,Exhibition,History,Museum
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chippenham Museum":MAILTO:heritage@chippenham.gov.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260603T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260603T210000
DTSTAMP:20260204T194123Z
CREATED:20251208T110712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T194123Z
UID:56078-1780513200-1780520400@onechippenham.org.uk
SUMMARY:The Power of the Particular: Brief Lives Creative Writing Workshops
DESCRIPTION:Join the Chippenham Museum Creative Writing Group for a series of linked workshops celebrating the 400th anniversary of the birth of local antiquarian and famous biographer\, John Aubrey. The workshops will be led by Lesley Taylor\, an experienced facilitator\, and will draw inspiration from Aubrey’s work and the museum’s summer exhibition. \nBorn in Kington St Michael in 1626\, Aubrey was a biographer\, archaeologist\, scientist\, naturalist\, and oral historian. He valued the minutiae of everyday life\, and his writing is rich with specific (and often witty) details that bring the past to life. \nDrawing on his most well-known work\, Brief Lives – written portraits of key figures of his day – the workshops will explore how to write with greater detail. Sessions will provide an opportunity to develop the skill of telling your own stories with clarity\, experimenting with a range of forms including flash fiction\, memoir\, poetry\, and creative non-fiction. \nSuitable for beginners and experienced writers alike\, this series of monthly workshops will culminate in An Evening with Aubrey at the museum\, where participants’ work will be shared and celebrated. The date for this celebratory event is to be confirmed. \nEach session costs £5 per person. Spaces are limited\, so booking is essential. Please contact the museum to reserve your place. \n \nFind out more about the Chippenham – Our History project on this website here.
URL:https://onechippenham.org.uk/event/the-power-of-the-particular-brief-lives-creative-writing-workshops/2026-06-03/
LOCATION:Chippenham Museum\, 9-10 Market Pl\, Chippenham\, SN15 3HF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Adults,Chippenham - Our History,Creative Writing,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chippenham Museum":MAILTO:heritage@chippenham.gov.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260530T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260530T160000
DTSTAMP:20260227T144131Z
CREATED:20260227T144131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T144131Z
UID:57252-1780135200-1780156800@onechippenham.org.uk
SUMMARY:Lady Chatterley’s Cover: The Book Designs of Stephen Russ
DESCRIPTION:The post-war book designs of artist and teacher\, Stephen Russ\, are coming to life at Chippenham Museum. \nFrom the forties to the seventies\, Russ produced dozens of dust jackets\, from striking first editions of Graham Greene at Bodley Head to a wide range of titles at Collins\, including nature books and the famous Collins Crime Club. \nHe is perhaps best known for his work with Penguin\, designing covers for the main orange series\, the lesser-known music scores\, and the highly collectible Penguin Poets series. His phoenix motif for DH Lawrence’s Lady Chatterley’s Lover became famous during the 1960 obscenity trial and featured in the marketing that helped make the book a bestseller. \nThe exhibition also celebrates Russ’s thirty-year career as a tutor at the renowned Bath Academy of Art in Corsham\, brought together with the generous support of the Russ family and loans from the Penguin Archive and the University of Bristol.
URL:https://onechippenham.org.uk/event/lady-chatterleys-cover-the-book-designs-of-stephen-russ/2026-05-30/
LOCATION:Chippenham Museum\, 9-10 Market Pl\, Chippenham\, SN15 3HF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Arts,Books/poetry,Exhibition,Museum,Visual Arts
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chippenham Museum":MAILTO:heritage@chippenham.gov.uk
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260529T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260529T160000
DTSTAMP:20260227T144130Z
CREATED:20260227T144130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T144130Z
UID:57251-1780048800-1780070400@onechippenham.org.uk
SUMMARY:Lady Chatterley’s Cover: The Book Designs of Stephen Russ
DESCRIPTION:The post-war book designs of artist and teacher\, Stephen Russ\, are coming to life at Chippenham Museum. \nFrom the forties to the seventies\, Russ produced dozens of dust jackets\, from striking first editions of Graham Greene at Bodley Head to a wide range of titles at Collins\, including nature books and the famous Collins Crime Club. \nHe is perhaps best known for his work with Penguin\, designing covers for the main orange series\, the lesser-known music scores\, and the highly collectible Penguin Poets series. His phoenix motif for DH Lawrence’s Lady Chatterley’s Lover became famous during the 1960 obscenity trial and featured in the marketing that helped make the book a bestseller. \nThe exhibition also celebrates Russ’s thirty-year career as a tutor at the renowned Bath Academy of Art in Corsham\, brought together with the generous support of the Russ family and loans from the Penguin Archive and the University of Bristol.
URL:https://onechippenham.org.uk/event/lady-chatterleys-cover-the-book-designs-of-stephen-russ/2026-05-29/
LOCATION:Chippenham Museum\, 9-10 Market Pl\, Chippenham\, SN15 3HF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Arts,Books/poetry,Exhibition,Museum,Visual Arts
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://onechippenham.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/CTC-Whats-On-1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Chippenham Museum":MAILTO:heritage@chippenham.gov.uk
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260528T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260528T153000
DTSTAMP:20260505T160642Z
CREATED:20260505T152814Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T160642Z
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SUMMARY:May Half Term Free Creative Activities
DESCRIPTION:Join us this May Half Term for free creative activities inspired by Local History Month! \nOur creative activities can also be enjoyed in a quieter session before the museum opens\, for those who may find the busy nature of our drop-in sessions overwhelming and prefer a calm\, relaxed environment. These sessions run from 9am to 10am\, with last entry at 9.45am. \nFor more information or to book your Quiet Time session\, please contact Chippenham Museum. You can email us at heritage@chippenham.gov.uk or call us on 01249 705020. \nPlease note that the activities will be the same on both days. \n \nThis event is part of the Chippenham – Our History project. Find out more about this project on this website here.
URL:https://onechippenham.org.uk/event/may-half-term-free-creative-activities/2026-05-28/
LOCATION:Chippenham Museum\, 9-10 Market Pl\, Chippenham\, SN15 3HF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Chippenham - Our History,Crafts,Family,Family Friendly,Half-Term,History,School holiday
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SUMMARY:Lady Chatterley’s Cover: The Book Designs of Stephen Russ
DESCRIPTION:The post-war book designs of artist and teacher\, Stephen Russ\, are coming to life at Chippenham Museum. \nFrom the forties to the seventies\, Russ produced dozens of dust jackets\, from striking first editions of Graham Greene at Bodley Head to a wide range of titles at Collins\, including nature books and the famous Collins Crime Club. \nHe is perhaps best known for his work with Penguin\, designing covers for the main orange series\, the lesser-known music scores\, and the highly collectible Penguin Poets series. His phoenix motif for DH Lawrence’s Lady Chatterley’s Lover became famous during the 1960 obscenity trial and featured in the marketing that helped make the book a bestseller. \nThe exhibition also celebrates Russ’s thirty-year career as a tutor at the renowned Bath Academy of Art in Corsham\, brought together with the generous support of the Russ family and loans from the Penguin Archive and the University of Bristol.
URL:https://onechippenham.org.uk/event/lady-chatterleys-cover-the-book-designs-of-stephen-russ/2026-05-28/
LOCATION:Chippenham Museum\, 9-10 Market Pl\, Chippenham\, SN15 3HF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Arts,Books/poetry,Exhibition,Museum,Visual Arts
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