Chippenham Carnival

16/06/2026

Thank you to the Devizes & District Motor Club for lending us cones for our procession start area. We really appreciate your support! https://www.facebook.com/share/18J3SMNSZV/?mibextid=wwXIfr

15/06/2026

🔍 Discover the fascinating evolution of the Chippenham Carnival from its origins in 1889 as a hospital fundraiser and the legendary ‘motor-khana’ displays in John Coles Park, to the colourful modern-day parades through the town.

With the new Carnival returning on Saturday 4th July after several years away, this special illustrated talk with local historian Mike Stone is the perfect opportunity to explore how this tradition has evolved over the decades.

⏰ 5.30-7pm (Doors open 5.15pm) on Thurs 18th June
📍 Chippenham Museum
🎟 Free

Got memories? Bring along your old carnival photos and memorabilia and help add more stories to the collection.

Find out more on our website (link in comments below).

Chippenham - Our History

14/06/2026

Our committee member handmade mementos are ready for our highly deserving ambassadors 🏆💕

13/06/2026

Another Chippenham Carnival tradition, is the association with Jennings Fair.
They are not only one of our Silver Sponsors this year, but they will also be in Monkton Park on Friday 3rd July and Carnival Day, Saturday 4th July. Please email [email protected] for any enquiries or visit John Jennings Fun Fair

13/06/2026

Want to be the owner of a piece of history? We have 100 window stickers, and when they are gone, they are gone!
To get your hands on one, either make a minimum £2 donation on the link below 👇, or come see us at the Saturday town market next weekend (20th) https://gofund.me/24166285d

Those purchased online can be collected from the stall next weekend or on the day of the event from HQ tent.

12/06/2026

Our 2nd round of thanks, this time to our generous grant providers:

Chippenham Town Council is one of the country’s largest and most active Town Councils in the UK, working within a considered, democratic framework that is prudent, transparent, and respectful of each other and the local community. The overarching aspiration of the Council is ‘improving the quality of town life for present and future generations’, whilst putting the priorities of our residents and climate considerations at the heart of everything we do.

Chippenham Borough Lands Charity support local people and groups, maintain valuable green public spaces, and encourage community connection – contributing to a stronger, more connected Chippenham. Their organisational grants support a wide range of groups and organisations that play an active role in enriching local life. The funding enables inclusive initiatives that meet local needs, strengthen community ties, and broaden participation such as this carnival.

12/06/2026

Got my noticeboard posters to swap out in the post. Is there a Chippenham Carnival happening? 😜 App.chippenhamcarnival.com

10/06/2026

10/06/2026

Congratulations to our Carnival Ambassadors!
Thank you for all your nominations. The committee can now announce our selections from these.

Sandie Webb - has given many years service to our town in many different ways. You can find her now at the Chippenham Hub working hard to bring Chippenham together and make it a better place.

Sam Compton - aka Sheila Tackya - brings laughter, joy, music, and glamour to everyone around him. A positive role model for inclusivity and kindness, he plays a huge role in Chippenham Pride and you will also find him at the Rivo or the Flying Monk.

08/06/2026

Procession Route - Saturday 4th July. Please see these two maps.
The first shows the procession route from Chippenham College to the Market Place.
From this point, all vehicles will leave and walking entrants will go through the Market Place, back down the High Street, and then finish at Island Park. The second map shows this.
Vehicle passengers will be able to join the walking entrants for this final segment of the route.
We look forward to seeing you on the day!