Events Around Swindon

Launched in January this year, the Swindon Toy & Train Fair is one of the newest and most promising collector’s fairs in the country. It’s also one of the easiest to find!

Step back in time and experience the decorated halls for the festive season. See all the elegant State Rooms adorned with traditional foliage, a beautiful Christmas tree decorated with handmade decorations and a traditional kissing ball.

Barbury Castle Estate is home to top flight equestrian sport at every level. Barbury Racecourse stages four Point-to-Point meetings each season, and of course, the estate plays host to Barbury Horse Trials in July. Truly, this is a setting where excellence can flourish across multiple equine disciplines.

Free to enter, quality and not on the high street Craft and Gift Market. Jewellery, handbags, leather goods, metal goods, textiles, beauty products, art, cards, etc etc

2 hours of live family entertainment with wrestlers from all over the world taking on the very best of Great Britain. Perfect Christmas holiday treat for the whole family Tickets on sale now Come see live what the rest of the world see on TV

Find festive cheer at Avebury as you discover the story of Saint Nicholas. From his origins in Turkey to his transformation into the modern day Santa Claus, explore the traditions and stories associated with this much loved Christmas character.

A candle-lit carol service in the glorious surroundings of Marlborough College Chapel. The concert will be opened by a combined school choir led by musical director Gudrun Osbourn.

There has been a weekly Antiques & Collectors’ Market in Cirencester’s Corn Hall every Friday for more than 40 years, and it’s one of the best weekly markets of its kind west of London! Around 50 dealers are on site offering a wide variety of top-quality antiques and collectables.

Afternoon Talk with Dr Valija Evalds The second of a series of 3 talks exploring Roman Art. This illustrated lecture will consider the art and architecture of health and medicine in the Roman Empire, including baths, healing sanctuaries and military hospitals.

Children’s Workshop with Rebecca Shellenberger Create a special seasonal lantern to brighten the dark winter nights. All instruction and materials provided. Booking essential Suitable for ages 6 and above. Please enquire about younger children

Children’s Workshop with Emma Stuart Join us for a morning of mosaic making. We will explore the museum taking inspiration from the museum’s Roman mosaic collections. During this morning workshop you will create a mosaic tile to take home using colourful, safe glass tiles. All materials and instruction provided.

Seasonal Storytelling Santa visits the Corinium Museum to tell a short story from the North Pole in a magical setting and present the children with a seasonal gift at the end. A special occasion for families or playgroups with young children. Booking essential Suitable for all ages.

Children’s Workshop with Volly Evalds Enter the world of winter fantasy. Make a peg doll angel with wings, halo and sparkling raiment and a fire breathing dragon that can clip onto a Christmas tree or give as a magical gift. Booking essential Suitable for ages 6 and above.

Gallery Talk with Emma Stuart The Orpheus Mosaic represents one of Britain’s finest examples from Roman Britain. Join Emma to hear about the design, unusual archaeology and the eventual rescue of this impressive mosaic.

Children’s Workshop with Volly Evalds Create an encyclopaedia of real and imaginary winter beasts, inspired by our local fauna and your own imagination. Using a series of drawing and calligraphy techniques, you will create your own book to take home. Booking essential Suitable for ages 6 and above.

Storytelling with Volly Evalds Join us to hear the adventures of Snow Queens, Ice Bears and Magic Mittens, in winter tales from many lands.

Children’s Workshop with James Harris Join us for a morning of mosaic making. We will explore the museum looking for inspiration from the museum’s Roman mosaic collections. During this morning workshop you will create a mosaic tile to take home using colourful, safe glass tiles.

Pop along to this exhibition and you may well spot the perfect gift for someone in your family or a friend. There is quite a wide variety of items to choose from.

Christmas Arts & Crafts with West Ox Arts Find that perfect gift!

Malmesbury Concert Band will be playing a selection of Christmas Music

Join us this Christmas for the pantomime of your dreams! Help Prince Valentine defeat the evil fairy, Malevola and wake Sleeping Beauty with true loves kiss. ’Sleeping Beauty’ promises to be our funniest and most spectacular pantomime ever!

Be swept away on a magical adventure in one of the most famous classical ballets of all time – The Nutcracker. With its combination of enchanting choreography and unforgettable music, this fabulous ballet is a Christmas treat like no other.

One of Britain’s leading one-liner comics returns to the road with another onslaught of lean, expertly crafted gaggery. A Mock The Week regular and recent star of the new Live At The Apollo series, Gary’s shows are renowned in the business for a near unrivalled volume of high-class gags.

Santa’s Christmas Party – the show where every child receives a present from Santa! Following last year’s sell-out performances, Honalee Media are delighted to present a brand new show this festive season… Help get Santa’s Christmas Party back on track in an adventure full of fun, festive songs and party games.

This year we have a GIANT pantomime coming to the Neeld Community and Arts Centre! Jack and The Beanstalk will be coming to us with a sparkling set and glittering costumes to bring us some festive joy. Join Jack on his quest to save his precious cow Daisy from the evil clutches of the Giant.