One Chippenham

Moths, Butterflies, and How to Avoid Being Eaten
2025-04-11 19:00 (Europe/London) | King Alfred Hall, Market Place, Chippenham, SN15 3HT
Nature lovers and conservation enthusiasts in Chippenham are in for a treat! On Friday 11th April, Michael Sammes from Baydons Meadow Wildlife Group will be hosting an engaging talk on ‘Moths and Butterflies and How to Avoid Being Eaten’ at King Alfred Hall.
This fascinating session will delve into the incredible survival tactics of moths and butterflies—creatures that are not only beautiful but also crucial to our ecosystem. Sadly, their numbers are declining at an alarming rate in the UK due to climate change and habitat loss. Learn more about what can be done to protect these delicate species.
The event is also in support of WellBoring, a locally based charity dedicated to providing clean water solutions to communities in need. While entry is free, attendees will be invited to make donations to help this important cause.
Whether you’re a wildlife enthusiast, a keen gardener, or just curious about nature, this is an event you won’t want to miss!
Event Details at a Glance:
Date: Friday, 11th April
Time: 6.30pm (refreshments available), talk starts at 7pm
Location: King Alfred Hall, Market Place, Chippenham, SN15 3HT
Entry: Free but donations welcomed for WellBoring
We look forward to seeing you there!

Pewsham WI Bazaar & Cafe
2024-11-23 10:00 - 12:00

Chippenham alternative market
2024-10-06 12:00 - 16:00
An alternative market , with local crafts people, businesses selling various items from comics, metal works, jewellery, vintage clothing, alternative art and much more…

PSG Choirs
2024-05-16 20:00 - 21:30, 2024-01-11 20:00 - 21:30
This lively and popular choir meet on Thursday’s at 8:30pm at the King Alfred Hall. We sing a wide range of Pop, Soul and Gospel arrangements. New members are always welcome. Please get in touch if you would like to come along to a free taster session.
Find out more – www.psgchoirs.co.uk

Saint Patrick's Celebration
2024-03-17 19:00 - 22:00
KANDU ARTS HOSTS ST PATRICK’S DAY CELEBRATION FOR CHIPPENHAMS LOCAL COMMUNITY – SUNDAY 17TH MARCH 7PM – 10PM AT THE KING ALFRED HALL
Join Kandu Arts – a non-profit organisation – this Sunday as they host a St Patricks Day Celebration for any and all members of the Chippenham community. Taking place at the King Alfred Hall from 7pm – 10pm with a variety of live music from local musicians, homemade Irish stew, and a selection of refreshments. Live performances from; Kandu Arts’ very own founder and director Ed Deedigan playing with The Kandu Collective featuring Guillem Mitchel, Jonah Jones and Konsuela Yovbak, Mike Morrissey’s Free Spirits, Maddie Ellis & Konsuela Yovbak, Oli Hounsel, Guillem Mitchel, Jonah Jones & John Savage, and Kula Chakula.
Kandu Arts for sustainable development is based in Chippenham, Wiltshire, and has worked since 1998 with communities, often the most marginalized and hardest to reach up and down the country. They use music, film, visual arts & sport as a means to explore a wide range of issues. Combined with nurturing strong relationships, this approach is highly effective in areas of engaging the disaffected, increasing community cohesion and development.
Any money raised from this St Patrick’s Day Celebration will go towards future events like this one which provide an important outlet for the community and a platform for local musicians.
If you would like to get in touch, please email: admin@kandu-arts.com or call our office on: 01249 444009
Follow us on social media – Facebook: Kandu Arts for Sustainable Development
YouTube: KanduArts Instagram: Kandu.arts Spotify: Kandu-Arts

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

ELVIS IN BLUE HAWAII! Fringe Feb
2024-02-25 19:30 - 20:40
Spitz & Co presents – ELVIS IN BLUE HAWAII!
Determined to give Oscar-nominated Austin Butler a run for his money, award-winning Elvis impersonator Joe Reeve stars in his own version of the classic Elvis film “Blue Hawaii”. His long-time tour manager Josephine Cunningham is there to keep the show on the road … next stop Vegas!
A musical which will leave you all shook up. So dig out your best Hawaiian shirt and escape to Paradise! Expect the usual mayhem and lots of audience interaction, plus all your favourite Elvis songs.
From the creators of “Gloriator”, “Glorilla’, and “Les Gloriables”.
Original, witty and great fun! An appreciative Chedworth audience once again filled our Village Hall with hoots of laughter. Spitz & Co have done it again(Event organiser)
An absolutely brlliant show!!! I laughed until I cried!!! (Audience member)
Devised and performed by Susie Donkin and Joe Reeve. Directed by Greg Banks , Angus Barr and Rina Vergano. Designed by Sue Condie.
Tickets

£6-£14.00 on the door
Booked in advance all tickets £6 – available to book here.

This event is part of a three-day arts festival happening around Chippenham from the 23rd-25th February. Find out more about Chippenham Fringe Feb 2024 and the other creative and vibrant Fringe performances and activities taking place by visiting our website here.
Chippenham Fringe Feb is produced and delivered by Melt Productions in collaboration with Chippenham Borough Lands Charity (CBLC) and the Chippenham Chat group. Funding for the event is provided by Chippenham Borough Lands Charity.
#FringeFeb24 #FringeFeb #ChippEvents

Daft Laffs - A night of comedy greats, Fringe Feb
2024-02-24 20:00 - 22:00
Join us for a night of top class stand-up comedy from some of the hottest comedians to grace the comedy circuit!
‘Daft Laffs’ brings together a diverse range of comedians to celebrate the weird and wonderful world that we all call home. From observational humour to downright silliness, we have carefully curated a line up with something for everyone to enjoy!
Hosted by Chippenham Comedy Club legend Wil Hodgson, ‘Daft Laffs’ has been produced by Melt Productions as part of Chippenham Fringe February.
With brilliant comedians Spencer Jones, Priya Hall, Abi Clarke and Sophie Duker!
Spencer Jones has been nominated for the Edinburgh comedy award twice, has Bafta Nominations, Created The Mind of Herbert Clunkerdunk, appeared in Ted Lasso, Upstart Crow, Mr Winner, Big Babies. ”Spencers chaotic live act is aways visual and musical’ – The Guardian
Priya Hall is a stand up comedian and writer. She has featured on  Comedy Central Live (Comedy Central), BBC  Presents:  Stand up for Live Comedy (BBC One & Three), Live From Aberystwyth Pier (BBC One Wales and BBC Radio Wales), Fred At The Stand (BBC Radio 4), Machynlleth Comedy Showcase (BBC Radio Wales), Stand Yp (S4C). She was a semi-finalist in the BBC New Comedy Awards 2021.
She has written on the revival of the BBC Three sitcom Bad Education, which is available on BBC iPlayer.
Abi Clarke is a stand-up comedian and presenter from Bristol who took to the internet in 2020 due to lockdown and achieved remarkable success. In her first year online, she amassed over a million followers across Instagram and TikTok, and now boasts a large following of 367k followers on Instagram, 893k followers on TikTok and 590k subscribers on YouTube. Abi was named as one of the eleven comedy stars of the internet by The Independent, and has had her viral sketches shared by the likes of E! News, Buzzfeed, LadBible, Good Morning Britain, and BBC One.
Sophie Duker is a comedian and writer whose Edinburgh Fringe Show, Venus, saw her nominated for the Best Newcomer award and gained critical acclaim and five star reviews, leading to a two week sold out run at Soho Theatre.
Sophie is a regular guest on Frankie Boyle’s New World Order (BBC2). She has appeared on Live at The Apollo (BBC2), Mock the Week (BBC2), 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown (Channel 4) and Hypothetical (Dave). Sophie is the winner of the 13th series of Taskmaster (Channel 4).

For ages 18+
Doors Open at 7:30PM
Book tickets in advance here to avoid disappointment

This event is part of a three-day arts festival happening around Chippenham from the 23rd-25th February. Find out more about Chippenham Fringe Feb 2024 and the other creative and vibrant Fringe performances and activities taking place by visiting here.
Chippenham Fringe Feb is produced and delivered by Melt Productions in collaboration with Chippenham Borough Lands Charity (CBLC) and the Chippenham Chat group. Funding for the event is provided by Chippenham Borough Lands Charity.
#FringeFeb24 #FringeFeb #ChippEvents

Baby Boogie & Toddler Tango
2024-02-24 13:00 - 13:45
Rock The Tots, Chippenham Fringe February and Melt Productions Present…BABY BOOGIE & TODDLER TANGO

Local favourites ‘Rock The Tots’ have put together a special set about animals, with fun pop songs you’ll know and love. Fancy a boogie to ‘Crocodile Rock’ anyone? With instruments, bubbles and puppets – as well as quality live music – you and your baby &/or toddler will have a blast!

BABY BOOGIE:

13:00 – 13:45 Saturday 24th Feb
King Alfred Hall
£3 Suggested donation
Book tickets in advance here.

TODDLER TANGO:

12:00 – 12:45 Sunday 25th Feb
King Alfred Hall
Suggested donation £3
Suitable for toddlers aged 2-3 years old
Book tickets in advance here.

This event is part of a three-day arts festival happening around Chippenham from the 23rd-25th February. Find out more about Chippenham Fringe Feb 2024 and the other creative and vibrant Fringe performances and activities taking place by visiting here.
Chippenham Fringe Feb is produced and delivered by Melt Productions in collaboration with Chippenham Borough Lands Charity (CBLC) and the Chippenham Chat group. Funding for the event is provided by Chippenham Borough Lands Charity.
#FringeFeb24 #FringeFeb #ChippEvents

Clare’s Circus
2024-02-24 11:00 - 12:30
An hour and a half of circus skills suitable for everyone! Yep – all ages and abilities, bring the whole family.
We can get you started with the basics or expand your repertoire of tricks and a few games might be thrown in as well.
This is a ‘have ago’ session with a combination of individual help throughout and short tutorials at specific times.
Juggling, plate spinning, poi, diabolo, flower stick, tight wire, rolla bola, stilt walking (bucket, hold on and sky runner. Ribbons, hats and a selection of games will be brought for little ones & children who may not fancy joining in.
The workshop will be run by Clare Evans (based locally) who learned to juggle at 16, discovered a weekly workshop in London and went on to train at the National centre for Circus Arts (Circus Space) and has been teaching and performing for the past 30 odd years.Following the Circus session there will be a free balloon modelling session outside: Dogs on leads, flower bracelets, dinosaurs, princess crowns, crocodiles and lots more.

£3 tickets
Book your tickets now to avoid disappointment

This event is part of a three-day arts festival happening around Chippenham from the 23rd-25th February. Find out more about Chippenham Fringe Feb 2024 and the other creative and vibrant Fringe performances and activities taking place by visiting here.
Chippenham Fringe Feb is produced and delivered by Melt Productions in collaboration with Chippenham Borough Lands Charity (CBLC) and the Chippenham Chat group. Funding for the event is provided by Chippenham Borough Lands Charity.
#FringeFeb24 #FringeFeb #ChippEvents

Sahara Sisters Belly Dancing class
2023-10-31 19:30 - 21:30
Wiltshire ladies: Looking for a new hobby? Something to get you out of the house/doing some gentle exercise/meeting lovely people?
Then join us on Tuesday evenings (your first class is free) to see all these benefits! Get in touch for details.

Chippenham Creative Carers
2023-04-21 11:30 - 13:30
Explore your creative side with different crafts in our free friendly creative carer groups. No experience needed, just a desire to have fun.
Tea and coffee supplied but please bring your own lunch. The Chippenham group meets every 3rd Friday of the month, 11:30am – 1:30pm.

Chippenham Christmas Art Fairs
2022-12-03 10:00 - 16:00
High quality local art for sale at this year’s Christmas Art Fair in Chippenham.
There’ll be a range of paintings, jewellery, textiles, sculpture, ceramics etc. all at affordable prices.
The fair will take place across four beautiful historic buildings in the Market Place at the top of the high street.
With a pop up cafe as well, this will make a wonderful day out and a highlight to your Christmas shopping experience this year.
Free Admission into all venues.

Wreath Making Event
2022-12-02 14:00 - 16:00
Christmas Table Wreath making event at King Alfred Hall with all proceeds going to Doorway.
To book onto this event please contact Lucy Dowling on 07779 268731

Charity Quiz Night
2022-11-12 19:00 - 22:00
Come and support our charity quiz night for Springboard Chippenham.

Fantastic quiz host
Raffle tickets available on the night with some great prizes
Bring your own drinks and snacks
Prize for the winning team

Book your tickets via the Springboard Chippenham website here. £5 per person. Maximum of 6 in a team.

Chippenham Art Group
2022-11-02 14:00 - 15:30
The Chippenham Art Group will meet monthly on Wednesdays in King Alfred Hall, St Andrew’s Church in Chippenham Market Place. It’s led by artist Fran Young and organised by our experienced community services coordinator Pam Ollis.
Our art groups are friendly, relaxing, therapeutic and fun. People living with dementia and a family carer create their own art projects under Fran’s guidance with projects ranging from painting and drawing to collage, printing, crafts, clay modelling and more. We work at a leisurely pace with plenty of time for conversation and connection. No previous experience of art is necessary and everyone works at their own pace. People can also work on their own projects and develop their own ideas.
Family carers are welcome at the group as full members and encouraged to join in to create their own pieces of art. Trained volunteers are on hand to lend support as needed. If you’d like to volunteer at the group, please call Annie Clayton on 01986 624005 or email Annie.
If you’d like to come along as a group member, or for more information, please call Pam on 01380 739055, or book your place on the Alzheimers Support website.
This group is kindly part-funded by Chippenham Borough Lands Charity. Please note, to help towards our costs and materials we ask everyone to pay £4 ‘on the door’.
Visit our weekly events page to find other local events and check if there are any changes.

Donation for a Valuation!
2022-10-28 10:00 - 16:00
Do you have any hidden treasures around the house or in the attic?
BBC’s Antiques Roadshow specialists Marc Allum and Lisa Lloyd are kindly doing a charity ‘Donation for a Valuation’ day at the King Alfred Hall, near St Andrews Church.
There will also be tea, coffee cake and additional stalls. Money raised will go towards the ‘Save Chippenham, Stop the Sprawl’ Campaign.

Movement for the Mind Chippenham group
2022-10-18 10:00 - 12:00
The Movement for the Mind group in Chippenham meets fortnightly on Tuesdays.
The group offers people living with dementia and a family carer the chance to take part in gentle exercise to music in a supportive and friendly group setting.
Sessions start with a warm-up before moving on to the main activity. Everyone is encouraged to do as much or little as they feel able to and you do not have to be ‘super-fit’ to take part. People with restricted mobility and wheelchair users are welcome. The exercise lasts for about an hour and at the end of the session refreshments are served during a social half hour before the group closes.
To come along or find out more please fill in the enquiry form on the Alzheimers Support website.
Visit our weekly events page to find other local events and check if there are any changes.

Creative Carers Chippenham
2022-08-19 11:00 - 14:00
Explore your creative side with our friendly carer groups. No experience needed, just a desire to have fun. Tea and coffee supplied but please bring your own lunch.
20 January, 17 February, 17 March
11.00am–2.00pm
King Alfred Hall, St Andrew’s Church, Market Place

A Teddy Bear's Picnic
2022-07-25 10:30 - 11:15
Join us for a musical Teddy Bear’s Picnic! Bring your teddy and journey with us to a magical garden to play with all the other teddies! Suitable for age 0-4 (older siblings welcome too!)
Adult/child pair (one adult and one child together) £9.00 Admits one adult and one child (baby/toddler/preschooler)
Extra adult £5.00
Extra child £4.00 Admits an extra child (any age over 6 weeks)
Newborn (up to 6 weeks old) – FREE

Chippenham Craft Market
2022-06-11 10:00 - 15:00
Our very last Craft Market on Saturday 11 June 2022.
​We will be holding Art Fairs a couple of times a year – dates to be confirmed.
​The Independent Artist Group will be moving in a more exciting way – details to be confirmed.

Art Auction and Sustainability Day
2022-03-05 10:00 - 15:00
I am hosting a fundraising Art Auction and Sustainability Day. This is to raise funds for Kandu Arts which is a charity in Chippenham that works with our children with socialisation, music, art, crafts, film, therapy and so much more. There ethos is on sustainability and working together.
There will be a Vegan Cafe provided by Nana Betsy, Live Music from The Kandu Arts kids and team, kids craft and various sustainable businesses from Chippenham and surrounding areas. At 1pm we will hold an Art Auction. All items have been donated by local Artists..

Chippenham Art Fair
2021-11-13 10:00 - 15:00
Chippenham’s Art Fair is here again! This month is our Christmas Art Fair.
FREE admission, refreshments available from the delicious TeaCups and it’s all at a handy location in Chippenham Town centre at the King Alfred Hall, next to St Andrew’s Church, Market Place, Chippenham.

Art Fairs and Craft Markets alternate monthly in Chippenham, and we have different people selling each time – giving Chippenham a different shopping experience and supporting our local artists too. This means there will be something new and exciting every time you go.
Have a llook at our website for more information – www.independentartistgroup.co.uk

Chippenham Art Fair
2021-04-24 10:00 - 15:00
The Chippenham Art Fair is being held from 10am-3pm on Saturday 24th April at King Alfred Hall by St Andrews Church. Run by The Independent Artist Group, the Chippenham Art Fair offers a great opportunity to meet the artists, have a chat, and look at the amazing range of art work on offer from local artists.
The Independent Artist Group supports small art businesses by offering advice and a place to show and sell their work. All artists are welcome and encouraged to join in with no fee involved.

Chippenham Art Fair
2020-12-06 10:00 - 15:00
Come and see a range of local artists displaying and selling their work.
This event is now taking place on Sunday 6th December between 10am and 3pm at King Alfred Hall, by St Andrews Church in Market place, Chippenham, SN15 3HT.
Visit the Chippenham Art group on Facebook for more information and to see the work of the different stall holders attending the fair.
You can also purchase artwork directly from the Facebook group – or if you have any further questions you can email ChippenhamArt@gmail.com.

Chippenham Craft Market
2020-12-05 10:00 - 15:00
Come and see a range of local artists and crafters displaying their work. A perfect time to buy your Christmas gifts whilst supporting local independent businesses.
This event is taking place on Saturday 5th December between 10am and 3pm at King Alfred Hall, by St Andrews Church in Market place, Chippenham, SN15 3HT.
Visit the Chippenham Crafters group on Facebook for more information and to see the work of the different stall holders attending the fair.
You can also purchase their craft directly from the Facebook group – or if you have any further questions you can email ChippenhamArt@gmail.com.

Paddington's First Concert
2020-10-26 10:00 - 15:25
Paddington arrives in London is a live performance coming to Chippenham this half term. Suitable for ages 1-7, this delightful tale sees Paddington arrive, meet the Brown’s and experience his first concert. The performance features a piano and a narrator.
There are 5 x 25 minute performances taking place on Monday 26th October* in at St Alfred’s Hall in Chippenham. Book to attend at 10am, 11.15am, 12.30pm, 2pm or 3pm. Tickets are free but donations very much appreciated! You MUST book your tickets in advance. There are no tickets available on the door.
Music for Miniatures are delighted to be able to offer our amazing live music in a relaxed atmosphere again for you and your little ones. Socially distanced, and Covid-safe, come enjoy live music and storytelling in Chippenham.
BOOKING DETAILS – PLEASE READ

Tickets are bookable via our website – Music for Miniatures
Please bring a rug to sit on – and if you need a chair, please either bring your own, or advise us in advance.
You need to book the ‘number of bubbles’ you are bringing – each bubble must fit on an average picnic rug.
– within the bubble, state the number of adults and children there will be.
For example:
– if you’re coming as a family of 3 (2 adults and 1 child) you need to book 1 bubble, 2 adults and 1 child.
– If you’re coming as 2 friends, each with 1 child and are happy being in a bubble, you would book 1 bubble, 2 adults and 2 children.
A BUBBLE CANNOT HAVE MORE THAN 6 people.

*If you can’t make the Monday 26th October in Chippenham you can find more dates/locations on our website.
