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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 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. Joyful Noise Craft Activity

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    Joyful Noise Craft Activity

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    Salisbury

    Get creative at the Cathedral with hands-on craft activities inspired by our Joyful Noise programme.

    In Wednesday 5 August between 9.30am ad 3pm, you'll have a chance to make your own spin drum. Have fun decorating your own musical instrument to…

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    5 Aug 2026to5 Aug 2026
  2. Woodland Orchestra – family event at Westonbirt

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    Woodland Orchestra – family event at Westonbirt

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    Forestry England, Tetbury

    Drop in to Westonbirt, The National Arboretum's woodland instrument-making workshop at the Learning Centre this summer holiday week.

    Your children will get the chance to make a variety of instruments from woodland materials, including a frog…

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    Westonbirt, The National Arboretum, S Gloucestershire & the S Cotswolds

    Dates

    From:
    18 Aug 2026to20 Aug 2026
  3. Sunset at the Trust

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    Weyhill, Andover

    Saturday May 30, June 20, July 11, July 25, August 8 and August 22
    Doors open 5:30pm | Flying display commences 7pm
    The Hawk Conservancy Trust invites you to a special summer's evening with their feathered friends. Against a setting sun, you'll…

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    Hawk Conservancy Trust, Salisbury

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    8 Aug 2026to8 Aug 2026
    From:
    22 Aug 2026to22 Aug 2026
  4. Youth Conservation Day at Westonbirt

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    Youth Conservation Day at Westonbirt

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    Forestry England, Tetbury

    Head outdoors, learn practical skills, and make a real difference to the arboretum. Whether you're curious about conservation or thinking about a future in environmental careers, this one-day event is designed just for you!

    Run by Young People,…

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    Westonbirt, The National Arboretum, S Gloucestershire & the S Cotswolds

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    4 Aug 2026to4 Aug 2026
    From:
    4 Aug 2026to4 Aug 2026
  5. Tiki @ Tyger Bar

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    Malmesbury

    Après Ski at Tyger Bar 2026
    Après Ski returns to Tyger Bar at The Old Bell Hotel in Malmesbury for winter 2026, bringing cosy alpine charm to the heart of England's oldest hotel.
    Following the success of last year's seasonal takeover, Tyger Bar will…

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    From:
    16 June 2026to1 Sept 2026
  6. Singing Together

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    Singing Together

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    Trowbridge

    COME AND SING with people from your community! Bring your children, your neighbours, your friends and enjoy singing for fun together.

    Sophie and Clara are both experienced facilitators and you can be sure of an engaging, uplifting, satisfying hour…

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    8 Aug 2026to8 Aug 2026
  7. Summer of Flight

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    Stockbridge

    Families are invited to let their imaginations soar this summer at the Army Flying Museum's exciting Summer of Flight.

    Taking place throughout the school holidays, the Summer of Flight offers hands-on activities, creative challenges and…

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    Army Flying Museum, Wiltshire

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    27 July 2026to31 Aug 2026
  8. Spanish Conversation Club - Pub Night

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    Spanish Conversation Club - Pub Night

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    Calne

    Join us for an evening of Spanish conversation practice in a relaxing and social environment. Our pub nights are informal, bringing together people of Spanish backgrounds with Spanish speakers in the local community in order to share experiences,…

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    13 Aug 2026to13 Aug 2026
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    27 Aug 2026to27 Aug 2026
  9. Outdoor Theatre -King Arthur and the Holy Fail

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    Avebury

    The Three Inch Fools return to Avebury this summer for another epic night of mayhem as they perform their new, fast-paced, musically driven, medieval adventure.
    Destiny awaits, chivalry calls, and the quest to end all quests begins when a tragic -…

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    21 Aug 2026to21 Aug 2026
  10. Summer Adventures: Archery

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    Bowood, Calne

    New for 2026 we are delighted to give children the opportunity to learn how to use a bow and arrow and aim for the target (not each other!).

    Aim on the Plain will teach children how to handle a bow and arrow and test their skills to hit the targets…

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    Bowood House and Gardens, North Wiltshire

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    14 Aug 2026to14 Aug 2026
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    15 Aug 2026to15 Aug 2026
  11. 2hrs Pottery Wheel Taster Sessions

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    2hrs Pottery Wheel Taster Sessions

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    Hilpergon

    Try out the art of throwing pots from clay on the potters wheel with our fun 2hrs taster sessions... learn the basic techniques and keep 2x pots that we'll professionally glaze for you as a momento.

    Perfect gift, date or hangout activity.

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    1 Aug 2026to29 Aug 2026
  12. Princess Dance Party

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    Bradford on Avon

    Come dressed up as your favourite princess and enjoy dances from popular fairy tales including Cinderella, Sleeping Beauty and Rapunzel. With colourful props and costume accessories provided for the children to wear and creative dances inspired by…

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    Wiltshire Music Centre, West Wiltshire

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    13 Aug 2026to13 Aug 2026
    From:
    13 Aug 2026to13 Aug 2026
  13. Yelde Hall Summer Opening

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    Yelde Hall Summer Opening

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    Chippenham

    Want to discover more about Chippenham's history? Visit the Yelde Hall on select dates from May to September, where you can meet characters from the town's past in the council chamber and pirates from 1709 in the lock-up!

    The Yelde Hall is free to…

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    8 Aug 2026to8 Aug 2026
  14. 4th Global Summit on Nursing Education and Healthcare

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    4th Global Summit on Nursing Education and Healthcare

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    Tokyo,Japan

    we are cordially invites you to the 4th Global Summit on Nursing Education and Healthcare 2026 will be held on August 24–25, 2026 in Tokyo, Japan, under the theme "Innovations in Nursing Education: Transforming Healthcare Worldwide."
    Hosted by…

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    24 Aug 2026to25 Aug 2026
  15. Malmesbury Carnival Procession

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    Malmesbury

    The ancient market town of Malmesbury has been home to a Carnival for nearly 100 years, and the heart of Carnival is still the procession,

    Dates

    From:
    31 July 2026to3 Sept 2026
  16. Meet Bluey & Stitch

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    Meet Bluey & Stitch

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    Devizes

    We're bringing back some extra fun to the park! Join us on 21st August, 12-2pm as we are thrilled to be joined by not just everyone's favourite, Bluey, but also the adorable Stitch!

    We're so excited to be working with the Smile squad mascots again…

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    21 Aug 2026to21 Aug 2026
  17. VINTAGE NOSTALGIA REUNION

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    STOCKTON,, Near Warminster

    Vintage Nostalgia Event celebrating vintage fashion, antiques, classic cars, Swing, rock and roll, jive, Live music dance lessons and all things vintage

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    From:
    13 Aug 2026to16 Aug 2026
  18. Maltilda Screening Singalong

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    Maltilda Screening Singalong

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    Bradford on Avon

    Relaxed screening of this fanstasically fun kids classic. Join our singing workshop beforehand!

    Venue

    Wiltshire Music Centre, West Wiltshire

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    12 Aug 2026to12 Aug 2026
  19. Flocksteady Bleats

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    Rockbourne Road, Salisbury

    Wrap up your summer in style at Flocksteady Bleats, a weekend dedicated to the infectious rhythms of Reggae and 2-Tone. Hosted at The Music Baa on the beautiful Dreamacres campsite near Salisbury.

    LINE UP TBC! + our resident DJ Chopstuey!

    This…

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    21 Aug 2026to23 Aug 2026
  20. 3RD GLOBAL SUMMIT ON NURSING EDUCATION AND HEALTHCARE

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    3RD GLOBAL SUMMIT ON NURSING EDUCATION AND HEALTHCARE

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    Beijing

    We are pleased to invite you to the 3rd Global Summit on Nursing Education & Healthcare 2026, hosted by Intelli Meetings in Beijing, China. This prestigious event will bring together over 300 international delegates, including nurses, healthcare…

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    From:
    10 Aug 2026to11 Aug 2026
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