What's On in Wiltshire

Boscombe Down Aviation Collection

Time: 10:00

Venue: Old Sarum Airfield Museum

Address: Hangar 1 South, Old Sarum Airfield, Old Sarum, Salisbury, SP4 6DZ

Website: boscombedownaviationcollection.co.uk/

A chance to sit in the cockpits of historicjet aircraft from the Meteor NF11 used for radar trials to the Hunter F6A complete with its original paint scheme. Open 10am-5pm.

Larmer Tree Gardens

Time: 10:00

Venue: Larmer Tree Gardens

Address: Larmer Tree, Tollard Royal, Salisbury, SP5 5PY

Website: larmertree.co.uk/gardens

Set in the outstanding Cranborne Chase,Larmer Tree is perfect for a summer day out.  Immerse yourself in nature in these unique Victorian gardens, explore the woods, spot the peacocks, and enjoy refreshments...

Our Earth

Time: 09:00

Venue: Salisbury Cathedral

Address: Salisbury, SP1 2EJ

Website: salisburycathedral.org.uk

Exhibition of artworks both inside and outside the cathedral exploring the domestic impact of climate change and how that will be felt differently around the world. With a chance for children to add their...

The Art of Salisbury River Park: Children and Families' Activities

Time: 09:00

Venue: The Young Gallery, Salisbury Library

Address: Market Walk, Salisbury, SP1 1BL

Website: younggallerysalisbury.org.uk

Explore this exhibition and learn about the art of the new Salisbury River Park. Reconnect with the rivers in the city, their habitats, flora and fauna. Celebrate and be proud of this unique part of Salisbury's...

Summer of Play

Time: 10:00

Venue: Mompesson House

Address: The Close, Salisbury, SP1 2EL

Website: nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/wiltshire/mompesson-house

Young and old can try their hand at skittles, quoits, croquet and even horseshoe tossing in the garden at Mompesson House this summer. 10am-4pm, included in standard admission prices.

CMAF The Pig Parade

Time: 13:00

Venue: Bank House, Calne

Address: The Strand, Calne, SN11 0EN

Website: cmaf.org.uk

Calne Music and Arts Festival is calling the Calne community to be creative and decorate pigs! Piglet sized papier mache pigs have landed in Calne and are available to purchase for £15 each from the...

Summer of Play

Time: 10:30

Venue: Stourhead

Address: Warminster BA12 6QF

Website: nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/wiltshire/stourhead

Make the most of outdoor play this summer in Stourhead's play meadow, featuring games, crafts, music and workshops. 10.30am-4pm. Included in standard admission prices.

Wessex Archaeology & Festival of Archaeology

Time: 09:00

Venue: Venues across Wiltshire - see website for details

Website: wessexarch.co.uk/events

Wiltshire-based Wessex Archaeology is playing a significant role in the Council for British Archaeology's Festival of Archaeology. Try out family friendly hands-on activities, jump into exciting virtual...

Funderworld Festival of Summer

Time: 13:00

Venue: Durdham Downs

Address: Bristol, BS9 1FG

Website: funderworld.com

A wide range of rides for thrillseekers to enjoy, including roller coasters, traditional fairground favourites, Ferris wheel, waltzer, dodgem cars, bungee trampolines, children's rides and much more. Slots...

Kids' Dig

Time: 10:00

Venue: Stonehenge

Address: Near Amesbury, SP4 7DE

Website: english-heritage.org.uk

Budding archaeologists get a chance to try their hand at unearthing the past in Stonehenge's special sandboxes. Artefacts from across the centuries are ready to be excavated, giving children the chance...

Kids' Summer Holiday Trails

Time: 09:00

Venue: Corsham Town Centre

Address: Corsham, SN13 0EZ

Website: corsham.gov.uk

Explore Corsham town centre in the hunt for the Sylvanian and Pokemon characters hiding in the shop windows. Pick up your entry form from Corsham Town Hall, The Corsham Toyshop, the Tourist Information...

After Hours Food on the Farm

Time: 17:00

Venue: Cholderton Rare Breeds Farm

Address: Amesbury Rd, Cholderton, Salisbury, SP4 0EW

Website: choldertonrarebreedsfarm.com

Back by popular demand - visitors can explore the farm after hours and enjoy a range of tasty refreshments including BBQ favourites, wood fired pizzas, beer,fizz and more. 5-8.30pm. £3 deposit per person,...

Peter Pan

Time: 19:00

Venue: Marlborough College

Address: Marlborough SN8 1PA

Website: immersiontheatre.co.uk

Join Immersion Theatre on a trip to Neverland where Peter Pan introduces Wendy to the lost boys, Tinkerbell, Smee and the fearsome Captain Hook. A magical musical take on the much-loved story. Part of...

Wonka

Time: 19:30

Venue: The Athenaeum

Address: 18-20 High St, Warminster BA12 9AE, 01985 213891

Website: theath.org.uk

Summer screening of the hit musical fantasy following Roald Dahl's young chocolatier as he aims to change the world, one bar at a time. 7.30pm. £6 (adult)/£2 (child).

Ghosts & Grimm Tales

Time: 19:00

Venue: Salisbury Arts Centre

Address: Bedwin St, Salisbury SP1 3UT, 01722 321744

Website: www.wiltshirecreative.co.uk

The talented young people of Wiltshire Creative's Stage 65 present an evening of Philip Pullman's Grimm Tales in an atmospheric retelling that will also reveal more about the spooky goings on in the Arts...

Summer Spectacular

Time: 10:00

Venue: Cholderton Rare Breeds Farm

Address: Amesbury Road, Cholderton, Salisbury Wiltshire SP4 0EW

Website: choldertonrarebreedsfarm.com

A jam packed summer of fun on the farm. Daily animal activities including pig races, guinea pig fishing, animal encounters, duck feeding plus lots more. Learn all about and feed the rare breed animals....

WOMAD

Time: 09:00

Venue: Charlton Park

Address: Malmesbury, SN16 9DG

Website: womad.co.uk

Huge international music festival and celebration of 'building bridges, not walls' with a family-friendly atmosphere and lots for kids to do across the whole event. The line-up's headed this year by the...

Centenary in the Park

Time: 16:00

Venue: Lake Pleasure Grounds

Address: Warminster, BA12 9NP

Website: warminster-tc.gov.uk

Celebrate 100 years of the Lake Pleasure Grounds with outdoor fun for all ages, featuring musical tribute acts, 1920s fairground games, refreshments and boat hire, topped off with a pyrotechnic plane display....

A Midsummer Night's Dream

Time: 19:00

Venue: Theatre at the Bowl

Address: Town Gardens Bowl, Quarry Rd, Swindon SN1 4EX

Website: towngardens-swindon.co.uk

Four young lovers end up getting very confused in the Athenian woods thanks to the mischievous Puck and feuding fairies. HandleBards present their bicycle-power production of Shakespeare's famous comedy....

Ask the Archaeologists

Time: 10:00

Venue: Salisbury Museum

Address: 65 The Close, Salisbury, SP1 2EN

Website: wessexarch.co.uk/

One of the Wessex Archaeology supported Festival of Archaeology events, as families get the chance to meet experienced archaeologists, try out environmental archaeology and explore with 3D virtual reality...

Calne Bike Meet

Time: 11:00

Venue: Calne Town Centre

Address: The Strand, Calne, SN11 0EH

Website: calnebikemeet.com

An annual, free to attend event bringing together motorcyclists and the local community. The town is taken over for the day by every variation of two wheeled machinery imaginable. 11am.

Motorcycle National Race Weekend

Time: 08:00

Venue: Castle Combe Circuit

Address: Upper Castle Combe, Chippenham SN14 7EY

Website: castlecombecircuit.co.uk

Castle Combe switches from its normal four-wheel action to facing on two wheels as NG Road Racing comes to the circuit. 8am-6pm. £20-£25 (adult)/free (under-16).

Summer of Play: Recycled Crafts

Time: 10:30

Venue: Stourhead

Address: Warminster BA12 6QF

Website: nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/wiltshire/stourhead

Join the Wiltshire Scrapstore team in the craft tent in the play meadow for upcycled crafts. Make something from scrap material and be inspired to create more out of waste at home. Saturdays and Sundays...

Young Curators Club

Time: 10:30

Venue: Salisbury Museum

Address: 65 The Close, Salisbury, SP1 2EN

Website: salisburymuseum.org.uk

To celebrate the annual ‘Festival of Archaeology’ this session will support the museum’s family art area. Suitable for ages 6 to 12. Places must be booked in advance by emailing katyengland@salisburymuseum.org.uk....

What was Stonehenge For?

Time: 14:00

Venue: Salisbury Museum

Address: 65 The Close, Salisbury, SP1 2EN

Website: wessexarch.co.uk/

Join archaeologist Matt Leivers for a talk exploring the fascinating connected landscapes within the wider Stonehenge World Heritage Site landscape. 2-3pm. Free, no booking required. connected landscapes...

4+ Holiday Club

Time: 10:30

Venue: The Farm Cookery School

Address: Netherstreet Farm, SN15 2DS

Website: thefarmcookeryschool.co.uk/

A fun and safe introduction to cooking for children aged 4+. This class will focus on soda bread sandwiches, mini cheese and bacon muffins, and chocolate chip cookies. 10.30am-12.30pm. £25 per child....

7+ Holiday Club

Time: 14:30

Venue: The Farm Cookery School

Address: Netherstreet Farm, SN15 2DS

Website: thefarmcookeryschool.co.uk/

A fun and safe introduction to cooking for children aged 7+. This class will focus on soda bread sandwiches, mini cheese and bacon muffins, and chocolate chip cookies. 2.30-4.30pm. £25 per child.

Family Creative Activities

Time: 10:30

Venue: Chippenham Museum

Address: 9-10 Market Place, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3HF

Website: chippenham.gov.uk/chippenham-museum/museum-whats-on

Get creative this summer with drop-in activities inspired by the museum's Maud Heath exhibition. 10.30am-3.30pm. Autism-friendly quiet time is 9-10am (booking essential). Free.

Summer Holiday Fun

Time: 10:00

Venue: REME Museum

Address: MOD Lyneham, Calne Rd, SN15 4XX

Website: rememuseum.org.uk

Activities throughout the summer suitable for when the weather's not so good. Bottle Rocket Workshops (drop-in sessions, every Tue) - build a bottle rocket and see how high you can make it fly; LEGO Engineering...

Summer Outdoor Activity

Time: 09:15

Venue: Bowood House

Address: Bowood, Calne, SN11 0LZ

Website: bowood.org

Experience den building, fire lighting, game playing, tree climbing and rope swinging in this educational alternative to staring at a screen. Activity instructors from Mud & Guts lead three-hour sessions...

Malmesbury Carnival & Festival

Time: 09:00

Venue: Various venues

Address: Malmesbury

Website: malmesburycarnival.co.uk

A whole summer's worth of events including scarecrow trail, family fun days, music, open gardens and more - all culminating in the carnival procession in September. See website for details.

Seaside

Time: 11:00

Venue: Theatre at the Bowl

Address: Town Gardens Bowl, Quarry Rd, Swindon SN1 4EX

Website: towngardens-swindon.co.uk

Steph and Craig take a trip to the seaside in the latest Rock the Tots outing complete with beach-related songs, puppetry and fun. 11am, £4-£9.

A Midsummer Night's Dream

Time: 18:00

Venue: Arundells

Address: 59 Cathedral Close, Salisbury SP1 2EN, 01722 326546

Website: arundells.org

Let Immersion Theatre transport you to an enchanted and enchanting world as four young lovers get lost in a forest full of mischievous spirits and a band of hapless actors. A fast-paced production of Shakespeare's...

Family Creative Activities

Time: 10:30

Venue: Chippenham Museum

Address: 9-10 Market Place, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3HF

Website: chippenham.gov.uk/chippenham-museum/museum-whats-on

Get creative this summer with drop-in activities inspired by the museum's Maud Heath exhibition. 10.30am-3.30pm. Autism-friendly quiet time is 9-10am (booking essential). Free.

Cook Together: Picnic

Time: 14:00

Venue: The Farm Cookery School

Address: Netherstreet Farm, SN15 2DS

Website: thefarmcookeryschool.co.uk

Picnic-themed treats in a fun cookery course for adults and children. Make scoth eggs, soda bread sandwiches, mini savoury muffins and tasty cookie bites. 2-5pm. £55 for 2 adult portions (up to 4 people...

Combe Challenge Race Day

Time: 08:00

Venue: Castle Combe Circuit

Address: Upper Castle Combe, Chippenham SN14 7EY

Website: castlecombecircuit.co.uk

The fourth big race meeting of the year at Castle Combe. 8am-6pm. £20-£25 (adult)/free (under-16).

Ice Cream and Bubbles Festival

Time: 12:00

Venue: Lake Pleasure Grounds

Address: Warminster, BA12 9NP

Website: warminster-tc.gov.uk

Celebrate all things ice cream and bubbles in Warminster Town Park with bubbleology shows, children's entertainment, balloon modelling and a variety of different types and flavours of ice cream from local...

Pygmalion

Time: 19:30

Venue: Theatre at the Bowl

Address: Town Gardens Bowl, Quarry Rd, Swindon SN1 4EX

Website: towngardens-swindon.co.uk

BlackBox Theatre present an adaptation of George Bernard Shaw's play about a flower girl who's transformed into a duchess - a story that also famously inspired the musical 'My Fair Lady'. 7.30pm, £18...

Salisbury Summer Fair

Time: 09:00

Venue: Wilton House Estate

Address: Wilton, Salisbury, SP2 0BJ

Website: salisburyhospicecharity.org.uk

Lots of have-a-go activities, arena displays, live music, vintage vehicles, children's rides, craft and country demonstrations at this annual summer family event - and all raising funds for Salisbury Hospice....

Summer of Play: Bigtopmania

Time: 10:30

Venue: Stourhead

Address: Warminster BA12 6QF

Website: nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/wiltshire/stourhead

Learn how to tightrope or slackline, ride a unicycle, plate spinning and lots more in the Big Top play area. Plus, giant bubble displays and a mini circus show at 2pm each day. 10am-4pm. Included in standard...

Summer Party in the Park

Time: 14:00

Venue: Island Park

Address: High St, Chippenham, SN15

Website: chippenham.gov.uk

Enjoy al fresco live music in the park from local bands and solo singers, plus a licensed bar and refreshments from a variety of food vendors. Attendees are also welcome to bring their own picnics and...

Yelde Hall Open

Time: 10:30

Venue: Yelde Hall

Address: Market Place, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3HL

Website: chippenham.gov.uk/chippenham-museum/visit

Want to discover more about Chippenham’s Medieval history? Visit the historic Yelde Hall on the first Saturday of August and September for a summer morning opening. 10.30am-3.30pm. Free.

Cook Together: BBQ

Time: 14:00

Venue: The Farm Cookery School

Address: Netherstreet Farm, SN15 2DS

Website: thefarmcookeryschool.co.uk

BBQ-themed joint cookery class for adults and children to learn together. Make hot dogs, BBQ sauce, loaded jackets, baked beans and smores. 2-5pm. £55 for 2 adult portions (up to 4 people per station),...

Mobile Science Show

Time: 10:30

Venue: North End Play Area

Address: North End Play Area, Bremhill View, Calne

Website: calneheritage.co.uk

Celebrate the discovery of oxygen in 1774 with Joseph Priestley’s mobile science show with real experiments and puppets. 10.30am-12.30pm. Free

Mobile Science Show

Time: 14:00

Venue: Recreation Ground

Address: Recreation Ground, Anchor Road, Calne, SN11 8DX

Website: calneheritage.co.uk

Celebrate the discovery of oxygen in 1774 with Joseph Priestley’s mobile science show with real experiments and puppets. 2-4.30pm. Free

Family Creative Activities

Time: 10:30

Venue: Chippenham Museum

Address: 9-10 Market Place, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3HF

Website: chippenham.gov.uk/chippenham-museum/museum-whats-on

Get creative this summer with drop-in activities inspired by the museum's Maud Heath exhibition. 10.30am-3.30pm. Free.

Quiet Time: Summer Holiday Activity

Time: 09:00

Venue: Chippenham Museum

Address: 9-10 Market Place, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3HF

Website: chippenham.gov.uk/chippenham-museum/museum-whats-on

Get creative this summer with activities inspired by the museum's Maud Heath exhibition during Autism Friendly Quiet Time. Booking Essential. 9-10am. Free.

August Holiday Club: Children with Complex Needs

Time: 10:00

Venue: The Farm Cookery School

Address: Netherstreet Farm, SN15 2DS

Website: thefarmcookeryschool.co.uk

Smaller class sizes and extra hands on help in this cookery class for children aged 5 to 16 with complex needs. Make bread dough and beefburgers from scratch, plus tasty smores! Children can also enjoy...

Family Creative Activities

Time: 10:30

Venue: Chippenham Museum

Address: 9-10 Market Place, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3HF

Website: chippenham.gov.uk/chippenham-museum/museum-whats-on

Get creative this summer with drop-in activities inspired by the museum's Maud Heath exhibition. 10.30am-3.30pm. Autism-friendly quiet time is 9-10am (booking essential). Free.

Family Camp Weekends

Time: 16:00

Venue: Roves Farm

Address: Sevenhampton, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN6 7QG

Website: rovesfarm.co.uk

The farm's popular family camping weekends are back. Tickets include two nights of camping, a Saturday evening BBQ, mini disco and games, entry to the farm and daily activities, including animal feeding...

Pride and Prejudice

Time: 19:00

Venue: Bowood House

Address: Old Rd, Derry Hill, Calne SN11 0LZ

Website: bowood.org

Will Lizzie Bennett overcome her prejudices about the seemingly overly proud Darcy? And how else with the family fare as Lizzie's sisters also set about finding husbands. Chapterhouse present this adaptation...

Devizes International Street Festival

Time: 11:00

Venue: Devizes Market Place

Address: The Market Place, Devizes, SN10 1JD

Website: docadevizes.org.uk

A fantastically energetic event which sees Devizes bustling with world-class street theatre, circus, walkabout performances and music. 11am-7pm. Free entry.

Great British Food Festival

Time: 10:00

Venue: Lydiard Park

Address: Lydiard Tregoze, Swindon, SN5 3PA

Website: lydiardpark.org.uk

Does precisely what it says on the tin - a festival celebrating the best of great British food. Plus chef demos, children's activities, live music and more. 10am-5pm. From £7.50.

Summer of Play: Flotsma the Fool's Circus

Time: 10:30

Venue: Stourhead

Address: Warminster BA12 6QF

Website: nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/wiltshire/stourhead

Drop in to the Mini Big Top to practice juggling, hula hopping and slacklining in a friendly, relaxed environment. No experience necessary. Saturdays and Sundays only. 10.30am-4pm. Included in standard...

Wiltshire Game & Country Fair

Time: 10:00

Venue: Bowood House

Address: Bowood, Calne, SN11 0LZ

Website: bowood.org

Two days of country-oriented displays, exhibits and activities including two display arenas, family entertainment, falconry, country sports, dog show, arts and crafts and lots of food and drink to try....

Peter Pan

Time: 17:00

Venue: Arundells

Address: 59 Cathedral Close, Salisbury SP1 2EN, 01722 326546

Website: arundells.org

Join Immersion Theatre on a trip to Neverland where Peter Pan introduces Wendy to the lost boys, Tinkerbell, Smee and the fearsome Captain Hook. A magical musical take on the much-loved story. Ages 4+....

Stiff Upper Lip, Jeeves

Time: 17:30

Venue: Theatre at the Bowl

Address: Town Gardens Bowl, Quarry Rd, Swindon SN1 4EX

Website: towngardens-swindon.co.uk

P.G. Wodehouse's inimitable duo Jeeves and Wooster embark on a suitably uproarious adventure in this comic adaptation with live jazz by Tethered Wits. Ages 7+. 5.30pm, £11-£50.

Family Creative Activities

Time: 10:30

Venue: Chippenham Museum

Address: 9-10 Market Place, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3HF

Website: chippenham.gov.uk/chippenham-museum/museum-whats-on

Get creative this summer with drop-in activities inspired by the museum's Maud Heath exhibition. 10.30am-3.30pm. Autism Friendly Quiet Time. Booking Essential. 9-10am. Free.

Oxygenfest

Time: 11:00

Venue: Calne Pocket Park

Address: Calne Pocket Park and Community Garden, The Pippin

Website: calneheritage.co.uk

Have a go at making fizzy water and discover 'The Secret World of Gases' with the British Oxygen Company. Sessions at 11am, 12pm, 1pm and 2pm. Free.

Summer Outdoor Activity

Time: 09:15

Venue: Bowood House

Address: Bowood, Calne, SN11 0LZ

Website: bowood.org

Experience den building, fire lighting, game playing, tree climbing and rope swinging in this educational alternative to staring at a screen. Activity instructors from Mud & Guts lead three-hour sessions...

Beauty and the Beast

Time: 19:00

Venue: Lacock Abbey

Address: Lacock, Chippenham SN15 2LG, 01249730459

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/lacock-abbey-fox-talbot-museum-and-village

Can Belle save the arrogant prince cursed to live as a hideous beast? Chapterhouse present a new adaptation of the classic yarn that should delight children of all ages and their grown-ups. 7pm, £20 (adult)/£12...

Family Creative Activities

Time: 10:30

Venue: Chippenham Museum

Address: 9-10 Market Place, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3HF

Website: chippenham.gov.uk/chippenham-museum/museum-whats-on

Get creative this summer with drop-in activities inspired by our Maud Heath exhibition. 10.30am-3.30pm. Autism Friendly Quiet Time. 9-10am. Booking Essential. Free.

The Little Mermaid

Time: 14:30

Venue: Wyvern Theatre

Address: Theatre Sq, Swindon SN1 1QN, 0343 310 0040

Website: trafalgartickets.com/wyvern-theatre-swindon

Head 'under the sea' with the Summer Youth Project in an enchanting production of this Disney classic. Follow mermaid Ariel on her journey from the sea to the world above in search of true love. Performances...

Forging Fantastical

Time: 14:30

Venue: Theatre at the Bowl

Address: Town Gardens Bowl, Quarry Rd, Swindon SN1 4EX

Website: towngardens-swindon.co.uk

A day of folk tales and music with performances kicking off from 2.30pm. Check the full programme for age recommendations for individual performances. £11-£60.

German Action Day

Time: 08:00

Venue: Castle Combe Circuit

Address: Upper Castle Combe, Chippenham SN14 7EY

Website: castlecombecircuit.co.uk

Day of non-stop track action and displays featuring only German performance cars. 8am-6pm. £20-£25 (adult)/free (under-16).

Summer of Play: Fab Drumming's Junk Drumming

Time: 10:00

Venue: Stourhead

Address: Warminster BA12 6QF

Website: nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/wiltshire/stourhead

Make music with barrels, pots and pans, jerry cans, and PVC tubes, while learning about the importance of recycling. 10am-4pm. Included with standard admission prices.

Family Creative Activities

Time: 10:30

Venue: Chippenham Museum

Address: 9-10 Market Place, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3HF

Website: chippenham.gov.uk/chippenham-museum/museum-whats-on

Get creative this summer with drop-in activities inspired by the museum's Maud Heath exhibition. 10.30am-3.30pm. Autism Friendly Quiet Time. 9-10am. Booking Essential. Free.

Avalon

Time: 14:00

Venue: Marlborough Common

Address: Free's Avenue, The Common, Marlborough SN8 1DL

Website: giffordscircus.com

Giffords Circus return with their latest show packed with a cast of acrobats, magicians, musicians and clowns from all over the world. Join them on the mythical island of Avalon for a spectacle of circus...

Family Creative Activities

Time: 10:30

Venue: Chippenham Museum

Address: 9-10 Market Place, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3HF

Website: chippenham.gov.uk/chippenham-museum/museum-whats-on

Get creative this summer with drop-in activities inspired by the museum's Maud Heath exhibition. 10.30am-3.30pm. Free.

Beauty and the Beast

Time: 16:00

Venue: Stourhead

Address: Warminster BA12 6QF

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/wiltshire/stourhead

Can Belle save the arrogant prince cursed to live as a hideous beast? Chapterhouse present a new adaptation of the classic yarn that should delight children of all ages and their grown-ups. 4pm, £20 (adult)/£10.20...

Cook Together: Zoo Party

Time: 14:00

Venue: The Farm Cookery School

Address: Netherstreet Farm, SN15 2DS

Website: thefarmcookeryschool.co.uk

Make a range of zoo-themed party food in a fun and accessible joint cookery session for adults and children aged 4+. 2-5pm. £55 for 2 adult portions (up to 4 people per station), £12.50 (additional adult...

Family Camp Weekends

Time: 16:00

Venue: Roves Farm

Address: Sevenhampton, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN6 7QG

Website: rovesfarm.co.uk

The farm's popular family camping weekends are back. Tickets include two nights of camping, a Saturday evening BBQ, mini disco and games, entry to the farm, and daily activities, including animal feeding...

Day Out With Thomas

Time: 10:00

Venue: Swindon & Cricklade Railway

Address: Blunsdon Station, Tadpole Ln, Blundson, Swindon, SN25 2DA

Website: swindon-cricklade-railway.org

Join Thomas the Tank Engine for a day of steam-themed fun, including a pre-booked ride behind a real 'Thomas' steam engine, themed scavenger hunt, bouncy castles, balloon modelling, bubble zone and singalongs...

Five Children & It

Time: 18:30

Venue: Bowood House

Address: Old Rd, Derry Hill, Calne SN11 0LZ

Website: bowood.org

Cyril, Anthea, Robert, Jane and baby brother the Lamb find a grumpy sand fairy with the ability to grant wishes in a gravel pit. This Is My Theatre stage an adaptation of E. Nesbit's classic children's...

Horrible Histories: Rotten Royals

Time: 13:30

Venue: Wyvern Theatre

Address: Theatre Sq, Swindon SN1 1QN, 0343 310 0040

Website: trafalgartickets.com/wyvern-theatre-swindon

Compilation of the finest, funniest regal scenes from the Horrible Histories team's Barmy Britain shows featuring the likes of Richard the Lionheart, Mary Queen of Scots, King Charles (not the current...

Picnic at the Hall

Time: 10:00

Venue: The Hall

Address: Kingston Rd, Bradford-on-Avon BA15 1AJ

Website: moultontrust.org

Gather friends and family for a picnic with complimentary entry to the seven acres of landscaped grounds and picturesque lawns in front of the Grade-1 listed Jacobean Hall. 10am-5pm. Free entry to the...

Combe Countdown Race Day

Time: 08:00

Venue: Castle Combe Circuit

Address: Upper Castle Combe, Chippenham SN14 7EY

Website: castlecombecircuit.co.uk

Castle Combe's racing season heads towards its culmination with this penultimate big race day of the year. 8am-6pm. £20-£25 (adult)/free (under-16).

Pony Day & Summer Pony Camp

Time: 09:30

Venue: Rein & Shine

Address: Buryhill Farm, 1 Braydon Rd, Swindon, SN5 0AD

Website: reinandshine.co.uk

Learn about grooming and horse care, take part in group riding lessons and play riding games a one-off Pony Day (26 Aug) or as part of the four-day Summer Pony Camp (27-30 Aug). 9.30am. £91 (one-day)/£295...

Family Creative Activities

Time: 10:30

Venue: Chippenham Museum

Address: 9-10 Market Place, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3HF

Website: chippenham.gov.uk/chippenham-museum/museum-whats-on

Get creative this summer with drop-in activities inspired by the museum's Maud Heath exhibition. 10.30am-3.30pm. Free. Autism-friendly Quiet Time, 9am-10am, booking essential, free.

Summer Outdoor Activity

Time: 09:15

Venue: Bowood House

Address: Bowood, Calne, SN11 0LZ

Website: bowood.org

Experience den building, fire lighting, game playing, tree climbing and rope swinging in this educational alternative to staring at a screen. Activity instructors from Mud & Guts lead three-hour sessions...

HMS Pinafore

Time: 18:00

Venue: Arundells

Address: 59 Cathedral Close, Salisbury SP1 2EN, 01722 326546

Website: arundells.org

Captain's daughter Josephine has fallen in love with lowly sailor Ralph but her father has other ideas. Opera Anywhere stage their outdoor production of Gilbert & Sullivan's popular operetta set on the...

Family Creative Activities

Time: 10:30

Venue: Chippenham Museum

Address: 9-10 Market Place, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3HF

Website: chippenham.gov.uk/chippenham-museum/museum-whats-on

Get creative this summer with drop-in activities inspired by the museum's Maud Heath exhibition. 10.30am-3.30pm. Autism Friendly Quiet Time, 9-10am. Free.

Little Women

Time: 19:00

Venue: Stourhead

Address: Warminster BA12 6QF

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/wiltshire/stourhead

Chapterhouse present their outdoor adaptation of Louisa May Alcott'smuch-loved coming-of-age story about the headstrong Jo March and her sisters. 7pm, £20 (adult)/£10.20 (child)/free (under-5).

Devizes Carnival

Time: 17:45

Address: Devizes

Website: www.docadevizes.org.uk

Devizes Carnival returns for 2024 on the theme: Home Is Where The Heart Is. What do you love about where you live? Celebrate your local identity in this year's parade and maybe get involved yourself. Email...

Malmesbury Carnival Procession

Time: 18:00

Address: Malmesbury

Website: malmesburycarnival.co.uk

Malmesbury's summer of fun concludes with the annual carnival procession throughout the town. This year's event celebrates the 1,100th anniversary of King Athelstan with floats reflecting this aspect of...

Open Garden at Hatch House

Time: 11:00

Venue: Hatch House

Address: Newtown, Tisbury, SP3 6PA

Website: salisburyhospicecharity.org.uk

Enjoy a family day out visiting the 17th century walled Dutch gardens of Hatch House with views across the Vale of Wardour. There will be a BBQ by Compton McRae, teas, cakes and and a wide variety of stalls...

Open Gardens

Time: 09:00

Venue: Hatch House

Address: Newtown, Tisbury, SP3 6PA

Website: salisburyhospicecharity.org.uk

Enjoy a family day out visiting the fabulous gardens of Hatch House with views across the Vale of Wardour - plus stalls to browse and refreshments. Funds raised go to support Salisbury Hospice.

Pride and Prejudice

Time: 19:00

Venue: Stourhead

Address: Warminster BA12 6QF

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/wiltshire/stourhead

Will Lizzie Bennett overcome her prejudices about the seemingly overly proud Darcy? And how else with the family fare as Lizzie's sisters also set about finding husbands. Chapterhouse present this adaptation...

Sci-Fi Day

Time: 10:00

Venue: REME Museum

Address: MOD Lyneham, Calne Rd, SN15 4XX

Website: rememuseum.org.uk

An unforgettable day out featuring iconic memorabilia from your favourite sci-fi franchises including Star Wars, Dr Who, Star Trek and more. Experience a fantastical atmosphere created by 'real life' creatures...

Food & Drink Festival & Autumn Market

Time: 10:00

Venue: Warminster Town Centre and Civic Centre

Address: Warminster BA12

Website: warminster-tc.gov.uk

The third in the series of Warminster Independent Seasonal Markets with a special focus on food and drink. Also featuring a range of local crafts available on the High Street and in the Civic Centre. 10am-4.30pm....

Deaf-led BSL Tour of Stonehenge

Time: 12:30

Venue: Stonehenge

Address: Near Amesbury, SP4 7DE

Website: english-heritage.org.uk

Join experienced deaf guide and historian John Wilson for a British Sign Language (BSL) tour of Stonehenge. Suitable for all ages. 12.30-2.30pm. Included in admission price.

Yelde Hall Open

Time: 10:30

Venue: Yelde Hall

Address: Market Place, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3HL

Website: chippenham.gov.uk/chippenham-museum/museum-whats-on

Want to discover more about Chippenham’s Medieval history? Visit the historic Yelde Hall on the first Saturday of September for a summer morning opening. 10.30am-3.30pm. Free entry.

Under 5s Friday

Time: 10:00

Venue: Salisbury Museum

Address: 65 The Close, Salisbury, SP1 2EN

Website: salisburymuseum.org.uk

Join musician Liv McLennan for a morning of musical melodies. Clap, stomp and sing along while learning more about the things on display in the museum. 10-11.30am. Included in standard admission prices....

Colour Rush & Confetti Battle

Time: 17:00

Address: Devizes

Website: docadevizes.org.uk

Devizes annual Colour Rush fun run returns, with the infamous local Confetti Battle tradition taking place after the race in Devizes Market Place at 8pm. Expect plenty of colour all around - especially...

Future Curators Group

Time: 10:30

Venue: Trowbridge Museum

Address: The Shires, Trowbridge, BA14 8AT

Website: trowbridgemuseum.co.uk

With the help of the collection team, children can learn how to curate exhibitions, create interactive displays, the importance of branding and ultimately, be responsible for creating and curating exhibitions...

Heritage Open Days

Time: 10:30

Venue: Yelde Hall

Address: Market Place, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3HL

Website: chippenham.gov.uk/chippenham-museum/visit

Discover Chippenham's hidden heritage as part in the national Heritage Open Days festival. 10.30am-3.30pm. Free entry.

Swindon Railway Festival

Time: 09:00

Venue: STEAM Museum of the GWR

Address: Fire Fly Ave, Swindon, SN2 2EY

Website: steam-museum.org.uk

A must for railway enthusiasts of all ages. Full details to be announced closer to the time.

Uniform Services Day

Time: 09:00

Venue: Trowbridge Park

Address: St Stephen's Place, Trowbridge, BA14 8AH

Website: trowbridge.gov.uk

Representatives of the army, police, fire service, St John Ambulance, RNLI, RSPCA, Wiltshire Air Ambulance and other uniformed services offer families lots of have-a-go activities from assault courses...

Corsham Street Fair

Time: 12:00

Venue: Corsham Town Centre

Address: Corsham, SN13 0EZ

Website: corsham.gov.uk

Stalls, food and drink, children's fun and games, live music - the perfect way to round off summer.

Model Show

Time: 10:00

Venue: REME Museum

Address: MOD Lyneham, Calne Rd, SN15 4XX

Website: rememuseum.org.uk

Annual military and transport-themed model show for enthusiasts and anyone with passing interest alike. Features IMPS (UK) Modelling Clubs from across the country showcasing incredible models related to...

Fire Station open evening

Time: 18:00

Venue: Fire Station

Address: Portway Warminster BA12 5QE

Display what service our Fire Brigade do for us, chance for the children to sit in a fire engine & use a fire hose.

Halloween Half Term at Old Sarum

Time: 10:00

Venue: Old Sarum

Address: Castle Rd, Salisbury,SP1 3SD

Website: english-heritage.org.uk

Gather for a ghoulishly good day at Old Sarum. Follow the quest to solve creepy clues and gather round to listen to spooky stories. 10am-4pm. Included in standard admission prices.

Moons and Monoliths at the Stonehenge Planetarium

Time: 09:30

Venue: Stonehenge

Address: Near Amesbury, SP4 7DE

Website: english-heritage.org.uk

Step inside a pop-up planetarium and embark on a journey through the solar system with an expert astronomer. Learn how to identify celestial objects such as stars, planets and the Moon as you observe the...

Warminster Carnival

Time: 18:45

Venue: Warminster Town Centre

Address: Warminster BA12

Website: facebook.com/groups/1032309346839797

Judged ‘Best Procession’ by the Wessex GP Carnival Circuit in 2023, this year’s Warminster Carnival will be sure to entertain with a parade of floats and displays.

Pumpkins in the Park

Time: 17:00

Venue: Lake Pleasure Grounds

Address: Weymouth Street, Warminster BA12 9NP

Website: warminster-tc.gov.uk

Pumpkin carving competition. Bring the best carved pumpkins to Warminster Town Park to be in with a chance of winning a prize. Lights provided and fancy dress encouraged! 5-6.30pm, judging at 5.30pm.

October Half Term Activities

Time: 10:00

Venue: REME Museum

Address: MOD Lyneham, Calne Rd, SN15 4XX

Website: .rememuseum.org.uk

A range of family-friendly activities suitable for all ages and abilities. LEGO Engineering Workshops (pre-bookable sessions) - unleash your inner engineer and build a vehicle from LEGO that will actually...

Christmas Fair

Time: 10:00

Venue: REME Museum

Address: MOD Lyneham, Calne Rd, SN15 4XX

Website: rememuseum.org.uk

Festive stalls full of gifts, arts and crafts, food and drink, and more. Get into the holiday spirit and purchase gifts for loved ones, find that perfect Secret Santa gift or simply buy a treat for yourself....

The Amazing Bubble Man

Time: 11:30

Venue: The Pound Arts Centre

Address: Pound Pill, Corsham, SN13 9HT

Website: poundarts.ticketsolve.com

Louis Pearl has been thrilling audiences around the world for over 30 years with the art, magic, science and fun of bubbles. 11.30am & 2pm. £15.