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Due to the yellow weather warning by the MET Office, and to ensure the comfort and safety of all traders and shoppers, the decision has been made to cancel the …

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We’re delighted to announce the winner of Chippenham’s Favourite Tree competition. Following 30 nominations from across the town, eight finalists were shortlisted before being put to a public vote. A …

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In October 2025, the National Drought Group warned that England must prepare for an ongoing drought in 2026. Although the winter months saw broadly average rainfall, a dry and exceptionally …

Continue reading “How the Weather is Affecting Trees in Chippenham”

The Neighbourhood Plan Monitoring Sub-Committee has published its Annual Report for 2025/2026 which reveals how the Neighbourhood Plan has been used in its second year of existence. The Annual Report …

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We hope you enjoy the Bank Holiday weekend and visit the SplashPad for its final weekend of the summer season as it will be closing on Tuesday 1 September.The opening …

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The upcoming opening hours at Customer Services this weekend over the Bank Holiday are: Saturday 29 August: 9.30am – 3pm Sunday 30 August: closed Monday 31 August: closed Tuesday 1 …

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Due to the hosepipe ban from Wessex Water, we have reviewed our services to identify where we can reduce our water consumption to help in the preservation of water. The …

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On Thursday 3 September, we will be remembering Merchant Navy Veterans by holding a flag-raising ceremony at the Town Hall at 10am. Merchant Navy Day acknowledges the brave men and women …

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In July, Chippenham was transported back into the English Civil War, as the town welcomed the English Civil War Society for a spectacular weekend of living history. A large, atmospheric …

Continue reading “Video: Battle of Chippenham Re-enactment 2026”

We are thrilled to have been awarded a Green Flag Award for John Coles Park and Monkton Park, issued by the leading national environmental charity, Keep Britain Tidy. This will …

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