What to do and see in Chippenham, England: The Best Things to do Good for a Rainy Day

The Somerford Arms, a cosy village pub specialising in local produce to create delicious traditional food with a contemporary twist for lunch and dinner. As a Free House, choose from a selection of real ales, a variety of wines, soft drinks or fresh coffee.

Experts in Skid Control, Karting and 4x4 Off Road driving activites for the public, team building, corporate events, Stag & Hens and driver training. We are very proud of our Super Sensational Skid Courses, our Muddy Marvelous 4x4 adventures and our Adrenaline Fueled Karting. Outdoor Karting for kids aged 10 -15 Outdoor Karting for aged 15+ Castle Combe Junior Karting Championship Castle Combe Karting Championship Skid Pan Driving Skid Control Courses 4x4 Off Road adventure

Glazed is a Family run Pottery Painting Studio where you can paint your own designs onto ceramic items. These need to be glazed and fired in a kiln, therefore collection at a later date is required. Paints are non toxic, child and clothes friendly, perfect for doing childrens hand and footprints. Impressions into clay take a little longer and booking is required. Free on-street parking. Free admission. Paint and firing is included in the price of the item, no hidden charges or fees. A friendly, accommodating, bright studio, suitable for all ages and abilities. Easy access for the disabled. A perfect place to have birthday/hen parties, baby showers and social evenings where you can bring your own drinks and nibbles. Birthday parties and evening sessions to be booked in advance. Booking is recommended during school holidays and weekends.

Enjoy a relaxing and creative day at one of Cathy's house party style jewellery making workshops in a lovely country farmhouse setting. Welcome coffee and home-made cake, all materials and two course lunch included. Make as many items as you wish. Suitable for both beginners and more experienced guests. Wirework days, tiara making, Hen parties, Private party bookings and Children's birthday parties also offered, (minimum age 8 years). Half days available. Discounts on full days for children 8-15. Discounts on return visits and for groups. Booking essential. Contact Cathy for availability.

"The Bunker" is a British WW2 themed Escape Room full of surprises. Step back into the 1940's and discover clues and solve the puzzles to get out of The Bunker as soon as you can. The room holds a minimum of 2 people and a maximum of 6. You must be at least 13 years old to take part, any under 16's must be under adult supervision. This experience is just £20/person for groups between 4-6 people

Housed in an 18th century townhouse, Chippenham Museum tells the fascinating story of this historic market town from its prehistoric origins to the present day. Learn about the town’s development, through its connections to river, road and rail and explore its surprising links to Alfred the Great and Isambard Kingdom Brunel. See our regularly changing displays in our temporary exhibition gallery or take part in our varied programme of walks, talks, children’s activities and special events. Visit our museum shop selling a wide range of souvenirs, books and gifts inspired by the museum’s collections.

Welcome to M4 Karting, the premier indoor Karting and Mini Moto centre in the South West. M4 Karting is the perfect place to start for a stag or hen party heading into Bristol, Bath or Swindon. We also cater for the individual with our arrive and drive sessions and can organise large corporate events tailored to a companies needs. At M4 Karting we also specialise in Children's Parties and have been organising kids karting parties for the last 6 years. Yes we have a brand new track layout now in place at M4 Karting. More technical, more testing and ultimately more fun to get your adrenaline pumping. So why not give it a go soon and so how your fastest laps compare to the others who are already enjoying our new layout.