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Wiltshire: News - July 2023
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Carnival to light up Pewsey
17th July 2023
Claiming to be the oldest carnival in the country, with its origins dating back to King Alfred but its modern incarnation dating back to “just” 1898, Pewsey Carnival celebrates its 125th anniversary this year. The village of Pewsey comes alive on carnival day, Sat 23 Sep, when the vibrant...
Learn to crochet this summer
17th July 2023
Crochet Bouquet runs workshops throughout Wiltshire this summer to help you or your child discover their inner wool and textile artist as follows: MON 31 JUL CROCHET OCTOPUS Overton Framing Studio, Manton, Marlborough SN8 1PS, www.crochetbouquet.co.uk/summer Dive into the ocean...
Go wild for Ice Cream and Bubbles!
17th July 2023
Fancy a family event that won't break the budget? Warminster Council's inaugural ice-cream and bubbles event at Lake Pleasure Grounds, Warminster, on Sat 5 Aug features balloon modelling by Lucy Lost-It, bubble shows by a bubbleologist and "lots and lots" of ice-cream from producers...
Sit in the cockpits of classic aircraft
17th July 2023
Boscombe Down Aviation Collection opens six days per week throughout the summer, until Tue 31 Oct (closed Mondays). 10am-5pm. Sit in the cockpits of historic aircraft, watch restoration activities, explore the collection of operational aircraft, trials equipment and models. Enjoy the café...
Last Baguette opens Pandora's Box
17th July 2023
Wiltshire's Last Baguette Theatre Company promises families an hilarious gallop through Greek mythology. Ever wondered what’s in the box? The one on the top shelf? Why were you told not to look it in? Could it really be so bad? Join the Last Baguettes as they lift the lid on this classic...
See Salisbury’s hospital at work - Sat 22 Jul
14th July 2023
Salisbury District Hospital opens its doors on Saturday 22 July to let visitors experience life in the hospital and how it provides care for the people of Wiltshire and beyond. See demonstrations, tour the hospital, check out emergency service vehicles, learn about careers in healthcare as well as how...
Kid around at Cholderton Rare Breeds Farm this summer!
14th July 2023
Keep your children entertained away from screens this summer and book a day at Cholderton Rare Breeds Farm, just minutes outside Salisbury! The farm is home to a wide variety of adorable animals including pigs, goats, sheep, alpacas, donkeys, cows, ponies, rabbits, ducks, geese, guinea pigs, chickens...
Bumpers Nursery opens its doors
14th July 2023
Trowbridge’s newest nursery is opening above Baloo’s softplay centre in Silver Street, this summer, providing childcare 51 weeks of the year for ages 2-5. Bumpers Nursery offers morning, afternoon and all-day sessions and puts an emphasis on creating an exciting environment where children...
Drama and beauty at Arundells
14th July 2023
There are three chances to explore the gardens of Arundells on Salisbury’s Cathedral Close, enjoy a picnic with your family and take in a rollicking theatre show to boot. The historic house is playing host to three family-friendly outdoor theatre shows this summer against the spectacular backdrop...
Hit the trail in Corsham!
14th July 2023
Take your children into Corsham for two great Summer Trails over the school holidays. The Sunflower Trail will be a wow for preschoolers and older kids will love the Pokémon Trail. Just pick up an entry form from the Town Hall on the High Street, at Automattic/The Corsham Toyshop on Pickwick Road,...
Wiltshire Primary Times is in schools this week!
10th July 2023
The Summer edition of Wiltshire Primary Times magazine is being distributed to primary schools now. It's packed with features and ideas for things to do in the holidays including a visit to Cholderton Rare Breeds Farm, a feature on the next season of fetes and carnivals, outdoor fun throughout...