Location: Chippenham
Top Things to do in Chippenham
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Chippenham is a large historic market town in northwest Wiltshire, England. It lies 20 miles east of Bristol, 86 miles west of London and 4 miles west of The Cotswolds AONB. The town was established on a crossing of the River Avon and some form of settlement is believed to have existed there since before Roman times. It was a royal vill, and probably a royal hunting lodge, under Alfred the Great. The town continued to grow when Great Western Railway arrived in 1841; it is now a major commuter town.
Restaurants in Chippenham
1. The Somerford Arms
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 34 reviews
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.
Reviewed By 533ianp - Chippenham, United Kingdom
Wonderful Lunch , toad in the hole and beef pie can both be throughly recommended and Fred the pub dog makes a great lunch companion . Felt completely relaxed and COVID safe in the pub, this may have been our first visit but won’t be our last
2. Glazed
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 13 reviews
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.
3. M4 Escapes
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 33 reviews
"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
Reviewed By beccyo2013
Dino deadlock was great! Sure to please even experienced escape room fans. I would say it was a bit ambitious to attempt it as a couple, and would probably work best with 4 (or more) as there is lots to get done. Clearly a lot of thought and imagination has gone into its creation, with set design and props that elevate it above the average escape room.
4. Allington Farm Shop
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 146 reviews
Reviewed By CJC8383 - Wiltshire, United Kingdom
Perfect for a weekend breakfast treat! We always have the Allington full English breakfast and can’t fault it. A great way to start off the day.
5. John Coles Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 201 reviews
Reviewed By margareto420 - Chippenham, United Kingdom
This is a beautiful well kept park ,of a Sunday in the summer at 3pm there is a band playing in the Bandstand and on a sunny day you will find family's enjoying them selves . It is a credit to the staff who look after it.
6. Chippenham Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 62 reviews
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.
Reviewed By Kelly1917 - Redditch, United Kingdom
Really impressed by the range of interesting displays and items to see at this free museum, including maps of Chippenham from different periods. Great way to spend some time finding out about Chippenham's history and heritage.
7. Bowood House & Gardens
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 774 reviews
Reviewed By YunziesTravels - London, United Kingdom
Stroll, sip, dance or marvel at its array of curiosities, the Bowood Estate has a flourish of touches to welcome guests from far and wide this summer. Set amid parkland designed by Lancelot ‘Capability’ Brown, the rolling country estate has evolved into a first-class resort with a spa that has mastered the art of relaxation. Robert Adam, CR Cockerell and Sir Charles Barry have also left their marks on the manor and grounds, which began with the main house being built more than 250 years ago. Fruits of such labours form a harmonious medley on the 4,000-acre estate, which has been home to the Lansdowne family since 1754 and is as busy as ever, with the 43-bedroom county house hotel marking its 10th anniversary this year. A stroll in the landscaped grounds reveals gems such as Lord and Lady Lansdowne’s award-winning private walled garden, Bowood’s Arboretum with more than 700 species of trees, an adventure playground and a cascading rock waterfall. Idyllic it may be, but there’s also a running festival, an Ibiza party and an Instagram workshop in the calendar at the ancestral house and grounds in Calne, Wiltshire. The unimposing but stately Georgian House, set in 100 acres of Capability Brown parkland, is home to the Marquis and Marchioness of Lansdowne, but is open to the public, private groups and film crews alike. Elegant rooms and marble-floored walkways house treasured family heirlooms, including art and antiques, dating back nearly 300 years. The present Marquis, who took on management of the estate in 1972, has continued to diversify and enhance what has become a four-star leisure resort. The Marquis commissioned architect Dave Thomas to design an 18-hole golf course which has its own academy and the distinction of being the PGA’s official green for the South West. Relaxation without 7 irons can be found at the luxury spa, where my partner and I lapped up an infinity pool, gym and a newly-opened relaxation room where time stands still by a chic indoor fire and tinted windows looking out to the academy golf course. In the spa’s inner sanctum, health therapies include signature treatments from Eminence Organic Skin Care, Ytsara and Jennifer Young Defiant Beauty. Trips to a state of glowing calm include the Tranquil Journey, a 90-minute, full-body massage enhanced with a herbal poultice, and the Garden of Deep Calm, which combines Thai and western massage techniques with Malabar grass, sweet orange and vetiver with oils of rice bran, sweet almond, soy and wheat germ. My partner drifted away as she underwent the Pink Himalayan Salt Scrub, expertly delivered by spa manager Angela Covey in the scented room. For those that want to make a longer break of it, spa mini-breaks combine pampering heaven with a stay in the four-star hotel. Brunch, afternoon tea and a light supper in a twilight setting can also be indulged away from the whirl of everyday life. On the day we visited, a classic car and motorcycle show was underway on the vast lawn under the main house and terraced gardens. A suave and rather playful white Rolls-Royce 20/25 – 1932 Park Ward Saloon seemed to be calling for a jolly day out. Wrapping up our visit, we just about managed to prise ourselves from the expansive lawns and weathered stone in the gardens and headed back to the real world.
8. Reel Cinemas - Astoria
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 53 reviews
Reviewed By ScotonAlderney - St Anne, United Kingdom
A very good cinema with a nice makeover done in recent years. Five screens, three on the ground floor and two on the first floor. Entrance fee very reasonable. Cinema food a bit expensive for what it was but good quality. The film was absolutely excellent and very comfortable especially at the back of the auditorium. The experience of attending the cinema was only let down a bit by the slightly chaotic way that the food vendor served our order. Overall though we will probably return.
