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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. Bloomsbury in Wiltshire

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    Bloomsbury in Wiltshire

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    Salisbury

    Step into the world of the Bloomsbury Group through the lens of Ham Spray House, the Wiltshire home where writers, artists and intellectuals including Lytton Strachey, Dora Carrington, and the Partridges created some of their most influential work…

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    From:
    23 May 2026to27 Sept 2026
  2. VINTAGE NOSTALGIA REUNION

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    VINTAGE NOSTALGIA REUNION

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    Festival

    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

    Dates

    From:
    13 Aug 2026to16 Aug 2026
  3. Field to Fork Festival

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    Field to Fork Festival

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    Food and Drink

    Bradford-on-Avon

    Celebrate the journey of food at the Field to Fork Festival in Bradford on Avon! Explore cookery demonstrations by expert chefs, hands-on workshops, live music, and educational activities highlighting sustainable farming and nutrition.

    Discover a…

    Dates

    From:
    22 Aug 2026to22 Aug 2026
  4. Carnival Soapbox Derby

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    Carnival Soapbox Derby

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    Carnival

    Trowbridge

    All the thrills and spills of this morning of fun soapbox racing, with categories for adults and children. See poster for more details.

    Dates

    From:
    21 Aug 2026to21 Aug 2026
  5. Summer Tennis Camps

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    Summer Tennis Camps

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    Salisbury

    Summer Tennis Camps

    Fun, coaching-led holiday tennis camps for boys & girls aged 5–16, suitable for all abilities.

    Camp Dates:
    Tuesday 18 August - Thursday 20 August

    Time: 10am–3pm each day

    Age Groups: 5–8 | 9–10 | 11–16

    Venue: Downton Tennis…

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    18 Aug 2026to20 Aug 2026
  6. Silver Stacking Ring Class - Various Thursdays

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    Silver Stacking Ring Class - Various Thursdays

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    Workshop

    Salisbury

    Fancy making your own jewellery, but don't want to commit to a full day? This half-day workshop is the perfect place to start.

    With more than 20 years making under her apron, Salisbury based jeweller Helen Noakes is recognised worldwide for her…

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    18 June 2026to17 Dec 2026
  7. The Hampshire Regency Dancers performing at Mompesson House

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    Salisbury

    Mompesson House (in Wiltshire)
    Have you ever wondered what the dances described in Jane Austen's works look like? The Hampshire Regency Dancers are here to help!
    The dancers will be performing in the garden on and off throughout the day. We have…

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    Mompesson House, Salisbury

    Dates

    From:
    8 Aug 2026to8 Aug 2026
  8. Marlborough College Summer School

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    Summer at Marlborough College Summer School

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    Participatory Event

    Marlborough

    Marlborough College Summer School will take place between July and August and host over 500 courses encompassing the creative arts, history, science, body and mind, life skills, sport and country pursuits.

    Dates

    From:
    9 July 2026to5 Aug 2026
  9. 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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    From:
    22 Aug 2026to22 Aug 2026
  10. Pirate Gem's Swashbuckling Adventure

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    Pirate Gem's Swashbuckling Adventure

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    Trowbridge

    Gemma Hunt Presents…
    Pirate Gem's Swashbuckling Adventure

    Get ready to hoist the sails for a high energy, fun filled pirate adventure with Gemma Hunt, beloved star of CBeebies' Swashbuckle.

    Perfect for children and families, this interactive show…

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    22 Aug 2026to22 Aug 2026
  11. 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…

    Dates

    From:
    8 Aug 2026to8 Aug 2026
  12. 'The Great Gatsby' Outdoor Theatre

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    'The Great Gatsby' Outdoor Theatre

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    Bowood, Calne

    Step into the roaring 1920s, where the champagne flows, the jazz trumpet blows, and the American Dream gleams with irresistible allure. This electrifying stage adaptation of F. Scott Fitzgerald's timeless novel brings Jay Gatsby's glittering world…

    Venue

    Bowood House and Gardens, North Wiltshire

    Dates

    From:
    1 Aug 2026to1 Aug 2026
  13. Norman Ackroyd: The Transience of Light

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    Norman Ackroyd: The Transience of Light

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    Bath

    An exhibition celebrating the artist and master printmaker Norman Ackroyd CBE RA (1938-2024).

    Spanning five decades of practice, this exhibition brings together Ackroyd's spectacular etchings from the 1980s onwards, with a focus on how he portrayed…

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    22 May 2026to6 Sept 2026
  14. In Tune with Wellbeing – family event at Westonbirt

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    In Tune with Wellbeing – family event at Westonbirt

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    Forestry England, Tetbury

    Meet at the Great Oak Hall at Westonbirt, The National Arboretum and join Sarah for an outdoor wellbeing walk with yoga, with your family! Often referred to as walking yoga, mindful walking, or nature yoga, you will experience a gentle and holistic…

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

    Dates

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    11 Aug 2026to13 Aug 2026
  15. Summer Holiday Workshops

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    Summer Holiday Workshops

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    Chippenham

    Ready for a new challenge? Head to the REME Museum this Summer Holidays for STEM Workshops designed to get young people using the principles of engineering while having fun!

    Rocket Powered – Tuesdays (4th, 11th, 18th, 25th August)
    Drop-in sessions,…

    Venue

    REME Museum, North Wiltshire

    Dates

    From:
    4 Aug 2026to28 Aug 2026
  16. Bubble Bach

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    Bubble Bach

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    Bradford on Avon

    A stunning show combining the sublime music of JS Bach with AMAZING bubbles, comedy and tricks! Featuring oboe, violin, piano and bubbleologist, this show will wow everyone! I mean, who doesn't love bubbles?!

    Ages: Suitable for all ages

    Venue

    Wiltshire Music Centre, West Wiltshire

    Dates

    From:
    6 Aug 2026to6 Aug 2026
    From:
    6 Aug 2026to6 Aug 2026
  17. Rock The Tots Summer Party!

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    Rock The Tots Summer Party!

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    Bradford on Avon

    Rock The Tots are delighted to bring you their fresh 2026 Summer Party. Steph & Craig and their puppet friends perform gigs for little people… and their grown-ups! You can expect covers of some great summery songs, plus some of the best tunes of the…

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    Wiltshire Music Centre, West Wiltshire

    Dates

    From:
    3 Aug 2026to3 Aug 2026
  18. The social season: A Regency year at Mompesson House

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    The social season: A Regency year at Mompesson House

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    Heritage

    Salisbury

    Join us in moving through a Regency year in the social calendar, from the Portmans family's return to Mompesson House in the spring, to their plans for a summer ball, and finally closing up the house again as they leave for the country in the winter…

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    From:
    6 Mar 2026to1 Nov 2026
  19. eat:Shaftesbury

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    eat:Shaftesbury

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    Food Festival

    Shaftesbury

    eat:Shaftesbury will take place on Sunday 2nd August 10am-4pm – on Park Walk by kind permission of Shaftesbury Town Council. Join us for a delicious, one day celebration of local and regional food and drink, free to attend, inclusive, accessible for…

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    From:
    2 Aug 2026to2 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, China

    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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