Rag & Bone Arts is expanding its work with young people in Chippenham, with opportunities including National Youth Theatre Connections 2027, performances at Bristol Old Vic, new Arts Award qualifications and a six-month creative base at Emery Gate. The organisation has been selected to take part in National Youth Theatre Connections 2027, one of the...
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Gavin Thurston at Sheldon School
An evening with world-renowned wildlife filmmaker Gavin Thurston as he shares some of the adventures, mishaps, wonders and discoveries from his career spent filming the natural world. For over 40 years Gavin has travelled to some of the wildest and most remote corners of the planet, often spending weeks or months waiting for extraordinary wildlife...
St Mary’s praised for vibrant Catholic community and strong sense of belonging
Pupils at St Mary’s Catholic Primary School in Chippenham have been praised for their kindness, exemplary behaviour and enthusiasm for prayer and worship following the school’s latest Catholic Schools Inspection. St Mary’s, part of the Dunstan Catholic Educational Trust, was judged ‘Good’ overall, with inspectors highlighting its strong sense of belonging and the commitment of...
Halloween Spooktacular at The Neeld
Kirsty, Jake, and Melissa have been sent on work experience at the eerie Blackdown Castle – and they’re not happy about it. But when they arrive, things take a spooky turn! The castle’s mysterious curator, Ramsley, isn’t too keen on visitors, and when the trio starts hearing bumps in the night, their adventure truly begins!...
Santa’s Best Ever Christmas at The Neeld
Join Father Christmas and friends in this brand new, festive, musical, interactive adventure featuring the voice of children’s TV star Chris Jarvis as Dasher the Reindeer. Why does Santa think that this Christmas is going to be the best one ever? Dotty the Elf thinks Santa is planning a surprise Christmas party, Pompom the Penguin...
Beauty & the Beast at The Neeld
Featuring spectacular scenery, glittering costumes, amazing special effects, toe tapping tunes and plenty of audience participation, as well as real panto pooches! This is family pantomime is suitable for all.
Six the Musical with Little Voices
Teen edition of the musical retelling the lives of the six wives of Henry VIII, presented in the form of a singing competition and pop concert. In the show, the wives take turns telling their stories to determine who suffered the most from their shared husband, but ultimately seek to reclaim their individual identities and...
Winter Landscapes with Trio Paradis
A concert of mainly classical music, introduced by the performers featuring plenty of ice and snow, with sleigh rides and musical evocations of wintry landscapes with music by Purcell, Schubert, Delius, Tchaikovsky, Glazunov, Debussy and Palmgren. No need to book, though an RSVP via the website is appreciated. 27 November: Warminster (1pm) and St Michel’s...
What’s in a Name with Trio Paradis
‘What’s in a Name?’ explores the theme of names from two angles: individuals who have inspired particular pieces of music, with musical portraits of Sylvia, Margaret, Susan, Jennifer and Mr Belloc; and composers with amusing or unfortunate names – works by Gelinek, Schytte and others. No need to book, though an RVSP via the website...
From dawn to dusk with Trio Paradis
A collection of music inspired by morning and evening moods, including ‘Circulo’ by Joaquín Turina, ‘Matin & Soir’ by Mel Bonis, Nocturnes by Mary Howe and Clara Schumann, and Ravel ‘L’Heure Espagnole’.No need to book, though an RVSP via the website is appreciated. 25 September: St John’s church Hall, Keynsham (1pm) and St Michel’s Without...
Tango! with Trio Paradis
Tracing the development of the iconic South American dance, from its origins in the ports of Argentina and Uruguay during the last quarter of the 19th century to its transition to the twentieth century concert hall and music theatre. No need to book, though an RVSP via the website is appreciated. 28 August – St...
Open Evening at Hardenhuish School
An opportunity to visit the school and meet with key staff members.
Chippenham Carnival 2026
The mayor will officially open the carnival at 2pm in at the Carnival Village in Island Park which will be packed with live entertainment, food and family-friendly fun. The procession will set off from Wiltshire College at approximately 5:30pm.
Cherished Vehicle and Family Fun Day with Chippenham Lions
A large variety of attractions for all the family with a fairground, performance arena, food village, craft, charity and trade stands, dog show as well as over 250 vehicles including MG, Marcos, Morgan and Muscle cars, and some 1950’s USA models. All profits go to Dorothy House Hospice and other local, national and international Lions...
St Mary’s Chippenham awarded School Games Gold Mark
St Mary’s Catholic Primary School in Chippenham has been awarded the School Games Gold Mark in recognition of its commitment to sport and physical activity. The award for the 2025/26 academic year reflects the school’s achievements across participation, competition, workforce development and sporting clubs, recognising the wide range of opportunities available to pupils throughout the...
Open Evening at Abbeyfield School, Chippenham
An opportunity to explore the School, meet with Staff members, explore taster activities and talk to current students.
New community hub opens in Chippenham to bring people together through stories and heritage
A new community space designed to bring people of all ages together is launching in Wiltshire this spring, with a strong focus on storytelling, creativity and connection. Moonrakers’ Educafe will open on Monday 27 April 2026 at the Wiltshire and Swindon History Centre, offering a welcoming environment where families, carers and residents can meet, share...
Car Seat Check Events
Parents, grandparents and other carers who carry babies or young children in their vehicles can have a free fitting check as well as independent advice on choosing and using the best seat for their child(ren), vehicle and family circumstances. 21 April: Morrisons, Warminster; 22 April: Morrisons, Devizes; 23 April: Lidl, Chippenham. Manufacturers Cybex will also...
Friends of Monkton Park School Scarecrow Trail
Scarecrow trail with the theme “Game on” as well as children’s activities, barbecue and family fun day (16 May only). Prizes for the most correct answers.
St Mary’s Catholic Primary School celebrates ‘brilliant’ turnaround after special measures
St Mary’s Catholic Primary School in Chippenham is celebrating a major milestone after Ofsted confirmed it has met or exceeded all standards, marking a remarkable turnaround since being placed in special measures in 2018. Inspectors visited the school on 20 January and praised its high-quality education, strong leadership and commitment to pupils’ wellbeing. The school,...
Astronomy Day at Chippenham Museum
Take part in astronomy-inspired creative activities and explore the solar system. Free, drop-in activity suitable for all ages.