Chippenham Folk Festival - Details of the annual festival that is held in and around the town centre. Includes photo gallery, artist list, and ticket information.
Chippenham Male Voice Choir - News about the choir, membership and rehearsal information, concert listing, and history.
North Wiltshire Orchestra - Amateur orchestra which gives three concerts a year in Chippenham. Includes a history, concert and rehearsal details, and ticket information.
Buds 2000 - Nightclub with whats on guide, event information, photo gallery, and location details.
Chippenham Town Morris Men - A traditional folk dancing troop. Includes history, booking information, and events guide.
Hips and Haws Clog - Ladies clog dancing. Includes information and photos well as a members only area.
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