A History Portal Club meeting. Together, we’ll look at the old school on Cocklebury Road. Earmarked for demolition, it’s one of the places known as the Grammar School. Where were the others? Who worked there? What did pupils learn? This interactive club session will explore the life and times of secondary schooling in Chippenham through […]
Since opening, this has become somewhat of a tradition at Wine Monkey. Come taste through an array of hand-chosen sparkling wines in the spirit of Christmas. Donning of your holiday apparel is highly encouraged! Tasting of 6 sparkling wines with welcome drink, paired canapés and festive fun. Gather your friends and book a night out!
A History Portal Club meeting. Together we'll look at whether the town took up the fight for everyone’s equal voting rights. Were post boxes bombed? Did anyone evade the census? Was there any opposition? What did townspeople think? This interactive club session will explore the politics of suffrage & suffragettes and equal rights, and how […]
A meeting of History Portal Club, with Lucy Whitfield, Historian. We'll take a deep dive into the life of the Sanitary Laundry, which was just by Ivy Lane School (the chimney's still there, albeit a bit shorter than it was). This workplace employed generations of townsfolk, but piecing its history together is a job and […]
A meeting of History Portal Club, with Lucy Whitfield, Historian Together we'll look at commonly-held rumours about incidents in Chippenham's past that pepper local history discussion, and whether there's any truth in them - so we're talking aliens, murders, escaped wild animals, arson plots, palaces, accidents and so on. This interactive club session will explore […]
I'm happy to announce the next two static sessions of History Portal Club, planned for September. History Portal Club is friendly regular meet-up for curious locals who love stories from the past, hidden landmarks, and great company. It’s a great way to explore the local area’s past together – no lectures, no stuffy rooms, just […]
I'm happy to announce the next two static sessions of History Portal Club, planned for September. History Portal Club is friendly regular meet-up for curious locals who love stories from the past, hidden landmarks, and great company. It’s a great way to explore the local area’s past together – no lectures, no stuffy rooms, just […]
The opening taster meeting for History Portal Club. Together we'll explore myths and truths about various tunnels believed to exist under the town. Where are they? Who built them? Where do they go? Why do we love the idea of a secret tunnel? This fun opening session will look at the subject from all angles, […]
Welcome to the third Support Small UK Chippenham event! Join us as we collaborate with Wine Monkey UK for an exciting in-person evening, celebrating local businesses in Chippenham and learning more about how Support Small UK can offer the best support for you and your business. This is a great opportunity to meet up with […]
Enjoy classic carols and Christmas favourites with a live quartet and piano, all while sipping on Wine Monkey’s homemade mulled wine or other sustainable tipples. Free entry. First come, first served.
Fondue Wednesdays are back! Join us each Wednesday evening to enjoy delectable homemade cheese fondue and wine! Available to book from 6pm, £20 per person (required a minimum of 24 hours in advance). Wines purchased separately. Vegetarian and gluten-free options available.
Fondue Wednesdays are back! Join us each Wednesday evening to enjoy delectable homemade cheese fondue and wine! Available to book from 6pm, £20 per person (required a minimum of 24 hours in advance). Wines purchased separately. Vegetarian and gluten-free options available.
