Chippenham Town Council

10/09/2026

The deadline is approaching for the next round of our Community Grants Scheme.

Applications are divided into two categories Climate and Ecological Grant, or a Community Grant.

Applications for the Community Grant must have objectives that support one or more of the following aims in Chippenham:

Applications must have objectives that support one or more of the following aims in Chippenham:
👉️ Have community benefits in Chippenham.
👉️Support the Town Council’s Corporate Priorities.
👉️Support the voluntary and community sector.
👉️Work on improving the quality of life for residents of Chippenham.

The deadline for applications is 21 September; find out more by visiting our website via the link below.

bit.ly/CTCGrants

10/09/2026

Join us in the historic Yelde Hall for Heritage Open Days as we celebrate the completion of the Chippenham - Our History Project.

Chippenham – Our History is a year-long, collaborative celebration of Chippenham’s people, places and stories, linked to the publication of Volume 20 of the Wiltshire Victoria County History. Bringing together local heritage organisations, creative practitioners and the wider community, it explores more than 1000 years of history through events, exhibitions, talks, walks, research, blogs and creative responses.

As part of Heritage Open Days, we're bringing together the results of the community projects that have taken place this year. Highlights include John Aubrey-inspired ‘brief lives’ created by pupils at local primary schools, 3D house models made by young crafters, creative writing from Chippenham Museum’s writing clubs as part of ‘Cabinet of Curiosity’, and a special performance of ‘The Twelve Stories of Chippenham’ by Allsorts Community Choir at 11am.

📍 Yelde Hall
📅 Saturday 19 September
🕘 10.30am - 3.30pm
🎟️ Free, drop-in

09/09/2026

Today, we are flying the Emergency Services Day flag at the Town Hall.

Emergency Services Day provides an opportunity to recognise and thank those who dedicate their time and skills to keeping our communities safe, supporting those in need and providing vital services every day.

For more information, please visit 999day.org.uk/

Emergency Services Day takes place on 9th September each year. 999 Day is your chance to show your support for our NHS and emergency services.

08/09/2026

The deadline is approaching for the next round of our Community Grants Scheme.

There are two categories for applications, a Climate and Ecological Grant, or a Community Grant.

Applications for the Climate and Ecological Grant must have objectives that support one or more of the following aims in Chippenham:

👉️ To inform and help educate about the climate and ecological crisis.
👉️Reduce carbon emissions.
👉️Increase biodiversity.
👉️Help to make Chippenham resilient to the impacts of climate change.
👉️To reduce waste being sent to landfill by supporting more recycling, reusing, repairing and refurbishment in Chippenham.

The deadline for applications is 21 September; find out more by visiting our website via the link below.

bit.ly/CTCGrants

07/09/2026

The Strategy and Resources Committee will meet on Wednesday at 7pm at Wiltshire Council's Chamber in their offices at Monkton Park, SN15 1ER.
The agenda is on our website: bit.ly/agendas_
You can attend the meeting or watch on YouTube: bit.ly/CTCYouTube

05/09/2026

There’s still time to vote for your favourite tree.

Following 30 nominations, eight trees have been shortlisted for Chippenham’s Favourite Tree Competition.

Have your say and vote for the tree you think should take the title.

Vote online at bit.ly/FavouriteTree_Vote or in person at Customer Services at the Town Hall.

Voting closes Monday 14 September.

03/09/2026

Today at the Town Hall, we raised the Red Ensign to mark Merchant Navy Day, an annual event organised by The Seafarers’ Charity. A short service was led by the Mayor of Chippenham, Cllr Matt Bragg.
Thanks to the members of the public who joined us, and our guests, including Deputy Lieutenant Polly Nicholson, Wiltshire Lieutenancy, High Sheriff Dr Alexander Goodwin, representatives from the Royal British Legion, Merchant Navy Veteran Mr Mitchell; the Remembrance Buglers, representatives from the Chippenham Armed Forces Veteran's Breakfast Club and the Mayor's Cadet, Reuben Hopkins.

02/09/2026

There are two Bandstand concerts remaining for 2026.

On Sunday 6 September, we will welcome Midsomer Norton and Radstock Silver Band. On Sunday 13 September, Chippenham Town Band will be there to close the concert season.

The concerts are on from 3pm until 5pm; they are free for everyone to enjoy, so bring along a chair or blanket, find a spot on the grass and settle in for a relaxing Sunday afternoon.

01/09/2026

The Human Resources Committee will meet on Thursday at 7pm in the Wiltshire Council Offices (Monkton Hill, SN15 1ER).

The agenda is on our website: bit.ly/agendas_
You can attend the meeting or watch on YouTube: bit.ly/CTCYouTube_

31/08/2026

The Amenities, Culture & Leisure Committee will meet on Wednesday at 7pm in the Wiltshire Council Offices (Monkton Hill, SN15 1ER).

The agenda is on our website: bit.ly/agendas_
You can attend the meeting or watch on YouTube: bit.ly/CTCYouTube_