Local Events

Here are a selection of upcoming events in Bath, Chippenham and the local area

November/December 2011

Bath Christmas Market
Each year, the beautiful area between the stunning Bath Abbey and the internationally renowned visitor attraction, the Roman Baths, is transformed into a Christmas shopper's haven - the Bath Christmas Market ... more information

Avebury Manor
Avebury Manor - which has been refurbished internally - is featured in the new Series "To the Manor Reborn" on BBC1 for 4 weeks from 24th November with Penellope Keith. The Manor will be furnished so that (unusually for the National Trust) it will be hands on and you will be able to touch the exibits

May 2012

Bath Fringe Festival
Bath Fringe is a 17-Day festival of all the artforms we can find (and some that don't have names yet) in the Beautiful City of Bath, and with the collaboration of many of its Beautiful & Talented population ... more information

Chippenham Folk Festival
Chippenham Folk Festival is now in its 40th successful year. Although it has seen many changes since its beginnings in Lacock all those years ago, it still retains its 'village' atmosphere, providing three and a half days packed with song, dance, workshops and dance displays. Over 200 events take place within the town centre, turning the whole town into a giant party ... more information

August 2012

Westonbirt Festival of the Tree
Over 130 of the best craftspeople from throughout the UK will gather at Westonbirt to display, demonstrate and sell their craft. From traditional to modern, there will be everything from furniture, jewellery, sculpture and much more ... more information