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Bank Holiday Ideas

If you are planning a getaway over the Bank Holiday weekends in Wiltshire then let us help you decide where to go. Browse through our ideas below for some timeless pleasures that you can enjoy.

May Bank Holiday

Every year there are plenty of celebrations for you to get involved with on the weekend of May Bank Holiday, including folk and food & drink festivals, May Day celebrations and much more!

Head to Melksham for a family friendly town festival with music, food vendors and entertainment. Enjoy a selection of gins at the Chippenham gin festival which will also family fun afternoon session. Highworth May Day which will include traditional morris dancing and Swindon's Spring Festival of Literature and arts. So plenty to whet your appetite, let's just hope the sun is shining for us! 

August Bank Holiday 

Take a look below for all the events taking place in August 2023 here in Wiltshire over the August bank holiday weekend. 

Visit Crofton Beam Engines near Marlborough to see the engines 'in steam' over the weekend.

Fancy walking with penguins at Longleat, feeding farm animals at Cholderton Rare Breeds Farm and spotting rare birds at Langford Lakes nature reserve? Then have a look at some of our animal experiences in Wiltshire here. 

If you enjoy retail therapy, visit Swindon McArthurGlen Designer Outlet Centre for excellent deals, or take a trip to Salisbury for some unique independent shops including, Regent Tailoring, Just Jane, Chas H Baker and many more. 

Don’t let the rain stop you in your tracks, from escape rooms to museums, take a look at some of our rainy days ideas here. 

You can also enjoy lots of local produce at our restaurants, cafes, pubs and inns and vineyards & breweries.

You can also view all our events going on throughout these weekends here. There are plenty of options for places to stay so have a look at our accommodation page here and also keep an eye on our special offers page. 

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  1. Outdoor Theatre: Wind and the Willows at Lacock Abbey

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    Lacock, Chippenham

    Illyria bring another loved classic to life in their family friendly production of Wind and the Willows. Enjoy this tale of friendship and messing about on the river against the beautiful backdrop of Lacock Abbey. Pack a picnic for a memorable night…

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    30 May 2025to30 May 2025
  2. SykesMartin

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    Corsham

    SykesMartin is the exciting new collaboration from two of British folk's finest voices. Miranda Sykes (Show of Hands) and Hannah Martin (Edgelarks, Gigspanner Big Band) join forces to present a set of songs that take them back to their shared roots.…

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    The Pound Arts Centre, Wiltshire

    Dates

    From:
    6 June 2025to6 June 2025
  3. Sunset at the Trust

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    Weyhill, Andover

    Saturday 31 May | Saturday 21 & 28 June | Saturday 12 & 26 July | Saturday 9 & 23 August.
    5:45pm-9:00pm
    The Hawk Conservancy Trust invites you to a special summer's evening with their feathered friends. Against a setting sun, you'll have the…

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    Hawk Conservancy Trust, Salisbury

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    31 May 2025to31 May 2025
  4. Operation PLUTO

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    Stockbridge

    Operation PLUTO - Pipeline under the ocean - was an ambitious and top-secret operation to lay a series of pipelines across the English Channel from the south coast of England to France following the D-Day landings in order to supply fuel to the…

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    Army Flying Museum, Wiltshire

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    6 June 2025to6 June 2025
  5. The Modern Day Medium Tour

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    The Modern Day Medium Tour

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    Downton, Salisbury

    An evening of psychic mediumship, with internationally renowned psychic mediums & twin sisters, Michelle Morley (@themoderndaymedium) and Simone Jones.

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    From:
    5 June 2025to5 June 2025
  6. Little Bulb: Four Seasons

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    Little Bulb: Four Seasons

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    Corsham

    Four Seasons is a theatrical love letter to nature for children and their families. Join our intrepid team of magical gardeners as they tend to the marvellous menagerie of flora and fauna at every stage of nature's miraculous journey. Four Seasons…

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    The Pound Arts Centre, Wiltshire

    Dates

    From:
    27 May 2025to27 May 2025
  7. Self Defence Workshop

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    Self Defence Workshop

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    School Holiday Event

    Trowbridge

    This workshop combines practical self-defence skills with a focus on movement, breath work, relaxation, and posture. This holistic approach enhances self-awareness and equips you to cope effectively in various situations

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    From:
    28 May 2025to28 May 2025
  8. Walking Tours of Salisbury

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    Walking Tours of Salisbury

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    Salisbury

    Discover the city of Salisbury and its past through the eyes of a Blue Badge Guide who will tell you tales of Salisbury's history. Departs at 11am from outside Salisbury Information Centre on Saturdays and Sundays only until the end of March 2025…

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    1 Mar 2025to29 Mar 2026
  9. Gliders to Normandy - Daytime Talk

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    Stockbridge

    Hear Andrew Wheale discuss the development of British glider assault capability culminating in Operations DEADSTICK, TONGA and MALLARD during the Normandy Landings. Andrew will be highlighting issues of inter-service rivalry, the scarcity of…

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    Army Flying Museum, Wiltshire

    Dates

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    26 May 2025to26 May 2025
  10. Masters of Motoring

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    Masters of Motoring

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    Bowood, Calne

    Masters of Motoring will be showcasing a stunning line-up of concours supercars, classic and sports cars displayed in front of Bowood House adding a touch of luxury for a great day out. Come and join your fellow motoring enthusiasts, to view these…

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    8 June 2025to8 June 2025
  11. Marvellous May Garden Party

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    Bowood, Calne

    On Saturday 31st May and Sunday 1st June we will be holding a 'Marvellous May Garden Party'. Included within our House & Gardens Day Tickets.

    There will be Circus Workshops and Activities, Face Painting, Lawn Games, Punch and Judy and more. (Some…

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    31 May 2025to31 May 2025
    From:
    1 June 2025to1 June 2025
  12. Bradford on Avon Choral Society

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    Bradford on Avon

    GF HANDEL ISRAEL IN EGYPT

    Handel's dramatic choral masterpiece charts the escape of the Israelites from captivity in Egypt. Ten plagues are vividly depicted before the crossing of the Red Sea, the drowning of the enemy and unbounded joy when safety…

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    Wiltshire Music Centre, West Wiltshire

    Dates

    From:
    7 June 2025to7 June 2025
  13. Guided Tours at Kelmscott Manor

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    Nr Lechlade

    Guided Tours at Kelmscott Manor
    Join us for our inaugural Guided Tour afternoon on Wednesday 21st May!
    We are delighted to offer afternoon guided tours to individuals on Wednesday 21st May.
    Until now guided tours have only been available to groups…

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    Kelmscott Manor, Wiltshire

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    From:
    21 May 2025to21 May 2025
  14. Mud & Guts

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    Bowood, Calne

    Mud & Guts has a clear aim to reconnect modern children with the joy of being outside. Taking fun as the starting point, they provide an exhilarating, educational alternative to days whiled away in front of a screen; immersing children in the…

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    30 May 2025to30 May 2025
  15. 'Par'fect half term fun at Cricklade Hotel & Spa!

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    'Par'fect half term fun at Cricklade Hotel & Spa!

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    Cricklade

    To celebrate the opening of our new 9-hole Disc Golf course – the only one of its kind in North Wiltshire – we have an exclusive trial offer for the upcoming May half term. The 'par'fect activity for the young and young at heart, come and give Disc…

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    24 May 2025to1 June 2025
  16. West Dean Village Fete

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    West Dean

    West Dean Village Fete starts the day with our grand opening by the amazing Romsey Old Cadets band, marching through the village. Other musical entertainment is provided by the Frontline Ukulele band, The Navy Larks (sea shanty), Romsey Rock Choir…

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    From:
    31 May 2025to31 May 2025
  17. Festival of Blossom Spring Events

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    Festival of Blossom Spring Events

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    Salisbury

    Fall in love with blossom this spring at Mompesson House and Salisbury's Cathedral Close. The Festival of Blossom runs from 4 April to 1 June. Pick up a tree trail map, take part in a free workshop or add to the community blossom bunting. Whether…

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    Mompesson House, Salisbury

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    4 Apr 2025to1 June 2025
  18. Pasadena Roof Orchestra

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    Bradford on Avon

    Take a step back into the glamorous world of the Roaring 1920s and '30s to a time of Flappers, The Charleston, and Speakeasies.

    Featuring lovingly recreated orchestrations of classics from greats like George Gershwin, Cole Porter, Duke Ellington,…

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    Wiltshire Music Centre, West Wiltshire

    Dates

    From:
    6 June 2025to6 June 2025
  19. Frankenstein (On a Budget) by Lamphouse Theatre

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    Corsham

    One man, one monster, one glorious dream to singlehandedly tell the most famous cult horror story of all time, and absolutely no budget whatsoever. What could possibly go wrong? Frankenstein (On a Budget) is the comedy musical hammer horror homage…

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    The Pound Arts Centre, Wiltshire

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    From:
    24 May 2025to24 May 2025
  20. Pint of Science Salisbury

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    Pint of Science Salisbury

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    Salisbury

    Come and join us and listen to a world of interesting and different scientific topics, from scientists from Salisbury and surrounding areas! From drones and space ships, to bacteriophage (the microbial superhero to tackle anti microbial…

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    19 May 2025to21 May 2025
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