What's On in Wiltshire

Cholderton Rare Breeds Farm

Venue: Cholderton Rare Breeds Farm

Website: choldertonrarebreedsfarm.com

Cholderton Rare Breeds Farm is packed with animal encounters, outdoor play and unforgettable family fun. Perfect for a planned day out or a last-minute holiday treat, there’s something for all ages....

Fairfield Animal Centre

Venue: Fairfield Animal Centre

Website: fairfieldanimalcentre.co.uk

Enjoy a fun family day out, set in 15 acres of Southwick Country Park near Trowbridge. See a variety of animals including goats, sheep, pigs, donkeys and much more! Open seven days a week including Bank...

H5 Holiday Club

Venue: Marlborough College

Website: www.h5holidayclub.com

H5 Adventure is proud to offer H5 Holiday Club at Marlborough College. Children aged 5–14 can enjoy an exciting programme of activities including climbing, canoeing, bushcraft, archery, martial arts,...

Kids Adventure Camps

Venue: Mendip Activity Centre

Address: North Somerset

Website: www.mendip.co.uk

If you’re worried your child spends too much time on screens, or if you're simply trying to juggle work and school holidays, Mendip’s Kids Adventure Camps are the answer. Designed for children aged...

Mendip Mini Fests

Venue: Mendip Basecamp

Address: North Somerset

Website: www.mendip.co.uk

This year, Mendip Basecamp are delighted to launch a brand-new entertainment schedule throughout the summer - perfect for adventurers of all ages. As part of this, Mendip Basecamp will be introducing six...

Summer Pokémon Trail

Venue: Corsham Town Centre

Website: www.corsham.gov.uk

Explore the town centre over the school holidays and find the Pokémon hiding in the windows of participating shops and businesses. Return the completed entry form to the Toyshop for a treat! Pick up your...

Summer Swimming in Wiltshire

Venue: Wiltshire Council Leisure Centres

Website: www.wiltshire.gov.uk/leisure-swimming

Swimming offers families a wonderful mix of fun, fitness, and quality time together. It's also a great way to unplug from screens. With 16 pools across the county and sessions including Inflatable Fun,...

The Climbing Academy

Venue: The Climbing Academy

Website: theclimbingacademy.com

The Climbing Academy in Chippenham runs kids' summer holiday sessions, term-time classes and birthday parties — all bookable through the website. Or just turn up and climb as a family: drop-in bouldering...

The Summer Reading Challenge

Venue: Nationwide

Website: summerreadingchallenge.org.uk

The Summer Reading Challenge in England runs from Saturday 4th July and lasts throughout the school summer holidays. The 2026 theme is Read to the Beat, which encourages children to explore stories, music,...

Wookey Hole

Venue: Wookey Hole Caves

Website: www.wookey.co.uk

Wookey Hole is a whole day experience, where families can explore the legendary caves, home to the famous Witch of Wookey Hole, before discovering a packed programme of attractions above ground. With its...

Colossal Cosmos 3D

Venue: We The Curious

Website: www.wethecurious.org/whats-on/events/colossal-cosmos-3d

Step inside the giant silver ball for your very own tour of the known universe as you investigate the incredibly large and the impossibly distant. Investigate the science of astronomy and find answers...

Summer of Play supported by Pokémon

Venue: Stourhead

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

Visit throughout July and August for endless fun at the Stableyard and the Summer of Play Meadow. Plus, discover all-new Pokémon zones. Get stuck into the Pokémon trading, take part in mega games, flex...

Little Locos

Venue: STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway

Website: www.steam-museum.org.uk

Visit STEAM for Little Locos, the new monthly session for under 5s. Enjoy songs, craft, play activities and a themed story all inspired by the amazing objects in the Museum. Explore a different theme and...

Great British Summer at Stonehenge

Venue: Stonehenge

Website: www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/whats-on/

Celebrate a classic Great British Summer, inspired by timeless holiday traditions and a fun day out for the whole family. Enjoy the fairground activities, pick up new tricks at the circus skills station...

Summer Market 2026

Venue: The Civic Trowbridge

Website: thecivictrowbridge.co.uk/tc-events/summer-market-2026/

Enjoy free entry and explore a wide variety of unique, handmade goods, local crafts, and delicious food – all under one roof. Whether you’re looking for something special, or simply want to support...

Summer of Play

Venue: Lacock

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/wiltshire/lacock/events/

Get ready for a festival of fun at Lacock this year, and unleash your energy with the National Trust's Summer of Play supported by Pokémon. Den-building, craft-making, barefoot walking, mud pie-baking,...

Zog

Venue: Wyvern Theatre

Website: trafalgartickets.com/wyvern-theatre-swindon/

Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s classic, feel-good story is brought to roaring, soaring life in this delightful musical for children. This charming smash-hit show, from the producers of Stick Man...

Teach Rex Live – Dinosaur Show

Venue: Neeld Community and Arts Centre

Website: neeld.co.uk/whats-on/

Teach Rex uses lifelike dinosaurs to teach children about the anatomy and life of one the most mesmerising creatures that have ever roamed our planet. Delivered by primary school teachers, the team will...

Joyful Noise Craft Activity

Venue: Salisbury Cathedral

Website: www.salisburycathedral.org.uk/events/

On Wednesday 22nd July between 9.30am and 3pm, you’ll have a chance to make your own colourful animal castanet. Choose between a lion, hedgehog or dragon designs and bring your musical instrument to...

Summer Kitchen

Venue: We The Curious

Website: www.wethecurious.org/whats-on/events/summer-kitchen

Learn a bit more about what our food is made of and some of the hidden chemistry that goes in to cooking, have a fun tasting experience and learn some new foody skills to try at home! Best for ages: 5-10.

Summer of Play at Avebury

Venue: Avebury

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/wiltshire/avebury/events/

Visit for a summer of play featuring traditional games, imaginative storytelling, and garden-inspired crafts for all ages. Bring your own stories to life at the puppet theatre, or tap into your artistic...

Festival of Summer

Venue: Durdham Downs, Bristol

Website: funderworld.com

Funderworld Events proudly presents the Festival of Summer at Durdham Downs. Prepare to be transported to destinations around the world without even leaving the city. Each week brings a brand-new theme,...

Summer of Play

Venue: Mompesson House

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

Summer of Play has gone Regency! Why not take part in an immersive character trail in the house, make your own fan, indulge in a spot of croquet or get drawing in the creative garden zone? There is also...

Romeo & Juliet: Outdoor Theatre

Venue: Lydiard Park

Website: www.lydiardpark.org.uk

A magical experience in the Walled Garden as award-winning Immersion Theatre Company proudly presents an unforgettable adaptation of William Shakespeare’s iconic Romeo and Juliet. This is Shakespeare...

Tom Gates EPIC Stage Show

Venue: Wyvern Theatre

Website: trafalgartickets.com/wyvern-theatre-swindon/

With catchy tunes and hilarious performances, this fantastic new stage show brings the best of the Brilliant World of Tom Gates into one live show! Based on the bestselling books by Liz Pichon.

Create a Creature

Venue: Salisbury Arts Centre

Website: www.wiltshirecreative.co.uk/events/create-a-creature

Join this interactive art workshop where you will make, draw and imagine new and exciting species of animals! Lots of materials will be on offer throughout the day to explore ideas, and artist support...

Discovery Day: Block Print Your Own Palace Tile

Venue: The Salisbury Museum

Website: salisburymuseum.org.uk/whats-on/

Enjoy a fun-filled arty discovery day for all the family! Mix and match shapes from the ready-made stamps to create your own unique pattern, or spend a bit longer and design your own from scratch. Artist...

Summer Holiday Activities: Drawing and Building Devizes

Venue: Wiltshire Museum

Website: www.wiltshiremuseum.org.uk

A hands-on session inspired by the Drawing Devizes Exhibition for ages 3 to 11. Make and decorate buildings and rooms from card and scrap materials, and get creative with colouring crayons to draw and...

Little Shop of Horrors

Venue: The Athenæum Warminster

Website: theath.co.uk/events/

Follow Seymour Krelborn, the unlucky florist who stumbles upon a strange and unusual plant that promises fame and fortune — as long as he keeps it fed! It's a wildly entertaining mix of horror, heart,...

Curious Kids: August – Magical Creatures

Venue: Wiltshire Museum

Website: www.wiltshiremuseum.org.uk

Connect to the objects around the Museum, delve into the past and have fun learning together. Led by Jo Fuducia-Brookes, Community Curator. Multi-sensory fun for families with curious minds. Ideal for...

The Great British Food Festival

Venue: Lydiard Park

Website: www.lydiardpark.org.uk/event/great-british-food-festival/

The Great British Food Festival is a great opportunity to get a real taste of quality Great British produce. After you’ve done your foodie shopping, sit and enjoy tasty, hot food and a refreshing drink...

The Jungle Book: Outdoor Theatre

Venue: Lydiard Park

Website: www.lydiardpark.org.uk

Immersion Theatre are thrilled to bring their trademark energy to their wildly entertaining musical adaptation of the Rudyard Kipling family favourite, The Jungle Book! Funny, exciting and wildly entertaining,...

Bowood House & Gardens Outdoor Exploration

Venue: Bowood House & Gardens

Website: https://bowood.org/summer-adventures/

Experience den building, fire lighting, game playing and exploring nature in the great outdoors. Tuesday 4th, Tuesday 11th, Tuesday 18th and Tuesday 25th August. Limited places - please book in advance.

Explorer Dome – Science and Sound

Venue: Salisbury Cathedral

Website: www.salisburycathedral.org.uk/events/

The inflatable six-metre Mobile Planetarium returns with a show about science and sound! Explore and question the world of vibration, sound waves, frequency, pitch and hearing. This is a live, presenter-led...

Joyful Noise Craft Activity

Venue: Salisbury Cathedral

Website: www.salisburycathedral.org.uk

On Wednesday 5th August between 9.30am and 3pm, you’ll have a chance to make your own spin drum. Have fun decorating your own musical instrument to bring it to life!

Mayhem of Mad4Animals

Venue: Lydiard Park

Website: www.lydiardpark.org.uk

Meet animals from all over the world such as snakes and spiders, and learn some funny and fantastic facts about them in this unique animal show. After the show there will be time for you to handle some...

Bowood House & Gardens Archery

Venue: Bowood House & Gardens

Website: https://bowood.org/summer-adventures/

How close can you get to the bullseye? Learn how to handle a bow and arrow and test your skills to hit the targets. Limited places - please book in advance.

Discovery Day: Animal Amulet Art

Venue: The Salisbury Museum

Website: salisburymuseum.org.uk/whats-on/

Enjoy a day of arty fun! Create your very own animal amulet to take home, inspired by the figurines and jewellery of some of the amazing animals across the museum. 10am – 4pm.

Bowood House & Gardens Outdoor Wall Climbing

Venue: Bowood House & Gardens

Website: https://bowood.org/summer-adventures/

An opportunity for beginners and climbing enthusiasts to try wall climbing in the great outdoors. Limited places - please book in advance.

Swift & Friends

Venue: The Athenæum Warminster

Website: theath.co.uk/events/

Get ready for a full‑out pop spectacle featuring some of the UK’s leading tribute artists, incredible dancers, and a live band bringing the magic to life. Grab your friendship bracelets, call your...

Pirate Gem’s Swashbuckling Adventure

Venue: The Civic Trowbridge

Website: thecivictrowbridge.co.uk

Get ready to hoist the sails for a high-energy, fun-filled pirate adventure with Gemma Hunt, beloved star of CBeebies’ Swashbuckle. Perfect for children and families, this interactive show is packed...

Fun For Little Ones - A UK Tribute To Ms Rachel

Venue: Wyvern Theatre

Website: trafalgartickets.com/wyvern-theatre-swindon/

Tribute to global phenomenon ‘Ms Rachel’, bringing her character to life in a fun live show! Featuring lots of audience participation for the little ones and interactive screen content throughout....

Discovery Day: Book of Me!

Venue: The Salisbury Museum

Website: salisburymuseum.org.uk/whats-on/

Make your very own ‘book of me’ with bookbinder Tamsin Loveday. Fold and create a book about you, your life and your dreams. Fun for all the family! 10am – 4pm.

Natural History Museum Presents Dinosaurs Live!

Venue: Wyvern Theatre

Website: trafalgartickets.com/wyvern-theatre-swindon/

Ever since they were first identified in the 1800s, dinosaurs have sparked the imagination of kids and adults alike. The world-renowned Natural History Museum has teamed up with Mark Thompson Productions...

Bowood House & Gardens Mini Rovers Driving

Venue: Bowood House & Gardens

Website: https://bowood.org/summer-adventures/

Children can learn how to drive these Little Landys whilst they conquer the driving route and navigate the obstacles. Limited places - please book in advance.

Summer Book Fair: Adventure!

Venue: Mompesson House

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

Get the most out of the last days of summer with tales of adventure, mystery and intrigue. From crime to mountaineering, there's something to get your heart racing! The book fair will be in the garden...

The Dinosaur That Pooped A Rock Show!

Venue: Wyvern Theatre

Website: trafalgartickets.com/wyvern-theatre-swindon/

Adapted from the best-selling books by Tom Fletcher and Dougie Poynter, the whole family will have a poopy good time enjoying a brand-new story for the stage. Featuring new songs by Tom and Dougie, a lot...

Curious Kids: September – Autumn

Venue: Wiltshire Museum

Website: www.wiltshiremuseum.org.uk

Connect to the objects around the Museum, delve into the past and have fun learning together. Led by Jo Fuducia-Brookes, Community Curator. Multi-sensory fun for families with curious minds. Ideal for...

The Amazing Bubble Man

Venue: The Pound Arts Centre

Website: poundarts.org.uk/whats-on/

Louis Pearl has been thrilling audiences around the world for over 30 years with the art, magic, science and fun of bubbles. Louis explores the breathtaking dynamics of bubbles, combining comedy and artistry...

A Tribute to Hans Zimmer & Film Favourites Illuminated

Venue: Wyvern Theatre

Website: trafalgartickets.com/wyvern-theatre-swindon/

An immersive tribute to Hans Zimmer and some of cinema's most iconic music with a live chamber orchestra illuminated by light!

Proms in the Park

Venue: Trowbridge Park Bandstand

Website: thecivictrowbridge.co.uk/tc-events/proms-in-the-park-bandstand-sessions/

A special evening edition of the Trowbridge Bandstand Sessions, featuring the outstanding Filton Concert Brass. Pack a picnic, round up your friends and family, and enjoy an early evening of live music...

24K Magic

Venue: The Pound Arts Centre

Website: poundarts.org.uk/whats-on/

Join Danny Lee Grew in his brand-new, mind-boggling one-man show 24K Magic! Expect a spellbinding evening of jaw-dropping magic, illusion, laughs, gasps, and stunning sleight of hand sorcery – all performed...

Amazing Animals

Venue: The Civic Trowbridge

Website: thecivictrowbridge.co.uk

Step into a world bursting with imagination, as creatures leap onto the stage through master puppetry and a dash of theatrical magic. Packed with toe-tapping music and hilarious antics, this fun-filled...

'My First Concert' Featuring Baby Shark, Pinkfong & The Zoomies

Venue: Wyvern Theatre

Website: trafalgartickets.com/wyvern-theatre-swindon/

A magical live musical adventure for young children and their grown-ups! Perfect for ages 2–7, this heartwarming, high-energy experience shows how being kind, working together, and having fun can make...

Open Evening (Lower School)

Venue: St Augustine’s Catholic College

Website: www.st-augustines.wilts.sch.uk

St Augustine’s believe that the highest academic achievements for each child will open doors in life but that it is the person who walks through those doors that will make all the difference. The Open...

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.