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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. AudaTours Swindon Audio Tour: Swindon's Unexpected Heritage Trail

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    AudaTours Swindon Audio Tour: Swindon's Unexpected Heritage Trail

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    Swindon

    Beneath Swindon's quiet skyline, echoes of riots, radio revolutions and theatrical whispers pulse just out of sight. This city hides stories you will not find in the guidebooks.

    This self-guided audio tour leads you through Swindon's heart,…

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    From:
    1 Mar 2026to31 Dec 2026
  2. The Great British Food Festival

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    The Great British Food Festival

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    Food Festival

    Swindon

    Welcome, fantastic friends, to GBFF Lydiard Park!

    Join us for a fabulous, family-friendly festival as we return to this beautiful venue for the third year. ✨

    More than just another day out, The Great British Food Festival brings live…

    Venue

    Lydiard House & Park, Swindon

    Dates

    From:
    1 Aug 2026to2 Aug 2026
  3. Town Walks of Chippenham

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    Town Walks of Chippenham

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    Historical

    Chippenham

    Our free guided walks are back for 2026!

    Join a member of the Chippenham Museum team on select Thursdays and Saturdays from May to September for a 40-minute journey through the town's history, from King Alfred and the Saxons to the present day…

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    From:
    8 Aug 2026to8 Aug 2026
    From:
    13 Aug 2026to13 Aug 2026
  4. Wild About Bees - discovery day at Westonbirt

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    Wild About Bees - discovery day at Westonbirt

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    Family

    Forestry England, Tetbury

    Head to Silk Wood Barn at Westonbirt, The National Arboretum with the kids for an informative and inspiring discovery day about free-living honeybees and their lives.

    The passionate and knowledgeable members of the Natural Beekeeping Trust will be…

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

    Dates

    From:
    16 Aug 2026to16 Aug 2026
  5. Big Wild Weekend

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    Big Wild Weekend

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    Weyhill, Andover

    Saturday 8 – Sunday 9 August
    10am-5:30pm
    Calling all minibeast detectives, plant enthusiasts and nature lovers of all ages – the Hawk Conservancy Trust are going wild!
    Head to the Hawk Conservancy Trust's Big Wild Weekend – a festival of British…

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    Hawk Conservancy Trust, Salisbury

    Dates

    From:
    8 Aug 2026to9 Aug 2026
  6. 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

    Dates

    From:
    8 Aug 2026to8 Aug 2026
    From:
    22 Aug 2026to22 Aug 2026
  7. Afternoon Tea with Swing & Sweet Ballads

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    Afternoon Tea with Swing & Sweet Ballads

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    Calne

    Step into an afternoon where elegance meets nostalgia, and the timeless charm of swing, jazz and sweet ballads fills the air.

    Savour a carefully curated selection of delicate finger sandwiches, warm scones with clotted cream and preserves, and an…

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    31 May 2026to16 Aug 2026
  8. The Soul Strutters Live Aug 2026

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    The Soul Strutters Live Aug 2026

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    Trowbridge

    The Soul Strutters Live!

    After lighting up the main hall last year, The Soul Strutters return to The Civic for another night of high-energy funk, soul, and disco!

    The Soul Strutters are a staple of the South West music scene, having become one of…

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    8 Aug 2026to8 Aug 2026
  9. THE SECRET CAMP OUT

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    THE SECRET CAMP OUT

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    STOCKTON,, Near Warminster

    Cool Family Camping/glamping event open from the 16th August to 31st August with Live Music on Saturday night, Oily Rag Bar serving Cocktails and Palmers real Ale, Children's activities and games, street food outlet, yoga. We have wide open spaces…

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    From:
    16 Aug 2026to31 Aug 2026
  10. Joyful Noise Craft Activity

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    Joyful Noise Craft Activity

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    Crafts

    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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    From:
    5 Aug 2026to5 Aug 2026
  11. Urban Photography by Mick Maslen

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    Urban Photography by Mick Maslen

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    Art

    Salisbury

    From 9 May, see a diverse selection of photographs in Gallery 2, as part of the Mick Maslen Urban Photography exhibition.
    This exhibition showcases some of the urban scenes Maslen captured both in the UK and abroad, showing his interest in texture,…

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    From:
    9 May 2026to29 Aug 2026
  12. Wingwalk 2026

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    Wingwalk 2026

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    Charity

    Cirencester

    Take your fundraising to new heights and Wingwalk for Royal United Hospitals Bath! Strap in and get ready to stand on the wing of a classic 1940s Boeing Stearman biplane as it takes to the skies. Wingwalking is an unforgettable, adrenaline-fuelled…

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    From:
    25 Aug 2026to25 Aug 2026
  13. Wiltshire and the World: John Aubrey and the Quest for Knowledge

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    Wiltshire and the World: John Aubrey and the Quest for Knowledge

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    Exhibition

    Chippenham

    John Aubrey was born in the small hamlet of Easton Piercy, near Kington St Michael. Four hundred years later, this exhibition celebrates the life and work of this extraordinary individual.
    When Aubrey was born in 1626, it seemed that life would…

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    From:
    13 June 2026to19 Sept 2026
  14. Imber Open Days

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    Imber Open Days

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    Imber

    DATES SUBJECT TO CHANGE. For the most up to date information, when there is access to Imber, when St Giles Church is open to visitors, and what roads are open to visit the village, please see the St Giles Church web site www.imberchurch.org.uk

    …

    Venue

    St Giles' Church, Imber, Wiltshire

    Dates

    From:
    15 Aug 2026to15 Aug 2026
    From:
    29 Aug 2026to31 Aug 2026
  15. Mini Rovers Driving

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    Mini Rovers Driving

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    Children's

    Bowood, Calne

    New for 2026 we are delighted to give kids the opportunity to test their driving skills and go off-road along an obstacle track.

    Mini Rovers fully electric vehicles will give children the feeling of independence and freedom as they conquer the…

    Venue

    Bowood House and Gardens, North Wiltshire

    Dates

    From:
    29 Aug 2026to29 Aug 2026
    From:
    30 Aug 2026to30 Aug 2026
  16. Rock The Tots: Summer Party!

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    Rock The Tots: Summer Party!

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    Children's

    Trowbridge

    Come and join the summer party with Rock The Tots!

    Steph & Craig and their puppet friends perform gigs for little people… and their grown-ups! They are delighted to bring you their 2026 Summer Party Gig which is fun for all the family.

    You can…

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    From:
    12 Aug 2026to12 Aug 2026
  17. Summer Adventures: Archery

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    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…

    Venue

    Bowood House and Gardens, North Wiltshire

    Dates

    From:
    14 Aug 2026to14 Aug 2026
    From:
    15 Aug 2026to15 Aug 2026
  18. eat:Calne food festival

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    eat:Calne food festival

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    Food Festival

    Calne

    eat:Calne Food Festival Saturday 15 August from 10-4pm. Join us for a delicious day out in the Town Centre which will be absolutely chock full of fabulous eats and drinks. A great way to get to know your local growers, makers, creatives and…

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    From:
    15 Aug 2026to15 Aug 2026
  19. Swindon French Group

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    Swindon French Group

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    Free Event

    Swindon

    Bonjour et bienvenue!
    Join us for a fun and interactive French conversation event in Swindon, Wiltshire! Whether you're a beginner or fluent in French, this event is perfect for practicing your language skills in a relaxed and friendly environment.…

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    From:
    6 Aug 2026to6 Aug 2026
    From:
    20 Aug 2026to20 Aug 2026
  20. Outdoor Exploration Mud & Guts

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    Outdoor Exploration Mud & Guts

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    Children's

    Bowood, Calne

    This hugely popular outdoor kids' activity with Mud & Guts is back for 2026. Experience den building, fire lighting, game playing and exploring nature in the great outdoors.

    Mud & Guts reconnects children with the joy of being outside, immersing…

    Venue

    Bowood House and Gardens, North Wiltshire

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    From:
    4 Aug 2026to4 Aug 2026
    From:
    11 Aug 2026to11 Aug 2026
    From:
    18 Aug 2026to18 Aug 2026
    From:
    25 Aug 2026to25 Aug 2026
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