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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. Style it Out!

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    Salisbury

    Two Pianos – Gill Bolton and Zara Kuckelhaus play various styles of Two Piano music from Bach to Gershwin.
    A relaxed concert for all the family.
    Home made cakes included in ticket price.

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    16 May 2026to16 May 2026
  2. Danny Lee Grew 24K Magic May 2026

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    Danny Lee Grew 24K Magic May 2026

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    Comedy

    Melksham

    Expect a spellbinding evening of jaw dropping magic, illusion, laughs, gasps, and stunning sleight of hand sorcery - all performed live, in the flesh and under the most impossible conditions.

    You may have seen him on Susan Calman's Summer by the…

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    16 May 2026to16 May 2026
  3. Improvers Art

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    Chippenham

    Uniquely designed and delivered 6 x 6 week courses for those with some experience or who want to extend their skills further.

    Tuesdays at 12.30 – 2.30pm at the Cause Arts Centre, Causeway Chippenham (you can find all of our locations at the bottom…

    Dates

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    5 May 2026to5 May 2026
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    12 May 2026to12 May 2026
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    19 May 2026to19 May 2026
  4. Phantoms of the Popera - Swindon

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    Phantoms of the Popera - Swindon

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    Swindon

    Following the overwhelming sell-out success of their 'Phantoms of the Popera' tour in 2025, the UK's No1 vocal harmony quartet and original X Factor stars, G4 return in 2026 to unleash their unique trademark sound on the greatest showstoppers that…

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    Wyvern Theatre, Swindon

    Dates

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    3 May 2026to3 May 2026
  5. Hundred Watt Club

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    Hundred Watt Club

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    Salisbury

    Gorgeously ravishing, deliciously risqué and just a little bit ridiculous, travelling vaudeville show Hundred Watt Club bring a glittering, sizzling line-up of burlesque showgirls, comedy, circus and cabaret acts to Salisbury Arts Centre!

    There'll…

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    Salisbury Arts Centre, Salisbury

    Dates

    From:
    1 May 2026to1 May 2026
  6. This is Floyd – Through the Years

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    Trowbridge

    This is Floyd – Through the Years

    With 5 Star reviews, thousands of fans across the UK and a new theatre show for 2026, This Is Floyd celebrates the best of Pink Floyd's music on their Through The Years tour.

    The band will continue a…

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    16 May 2026to16 May 2026
  7. Beginners Art

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    Chippenham

    Uniquely designed and delivered 6 x 6 week courses for beginners.

    Tuesdays 9.30 – 11.30 am at the Cause Arts Centre, Causeway Chippenham

    Term 1: September 16th – October 21st 2025 – Still Life (drawing)
    Term 2: November 4th – December 9th 2025 –…

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    5 May 2026to5 May 2026
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    12 May 2026to12 May 2026
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    19 May 2026to19 May 2026
  8. Spring in the Park 2026

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    Country Show

    Warminster

    Spring in the Park returns on Sunday 3rd May. The vibrant community event, which is free to attend, will feature multiple local traders and charities as well as entertainment provided by local acts. It is set to be a hugely enjoyable day for the…

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    3 May 2026to3 May 2026
  9. Biodiversity Breakfast

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    Weyhill, Andover

    Saturday May 2
    7:00am-10:00am
    Join the Hawk Conservancy Trust for a special morning to enjoy and discover the best of British nature.
    They'll begin by taking you to Reg's Wildflower Meadow to hear the enchanting sounds of the morning chorus of…

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    Hawk Conservancy Trust, Salisbury

    Dates

    From:
    2 May 2026to2 May 2026
  10. Walking Sketchbooks Guided Drawing Workshops in Rowde, Devizes

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    Walking Sketchbooks Guided Drawing Workshops in Rowde, Devizes

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    Rowde, Devizes

    Combine creativity, observation, and outdoor exploration during my Walking Sketchbooks Workshops! We will be visiting locations in and around Rowde, Roundway, the Kennet & Avon Canal and Avebury in Wiltshire. Perfect for beginners and experienced…

    Dates

    From:
    5 May 2026to16 May 2026
  11. Behind the Scenes Tour

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    Behind the Scenes Tour

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    Salisbury

    Behind the Scenes Tours – Beyond the Galleries
    2:30pm on the first Saturday of every month.
    Join The Salisbury Museum for an exclusive, in-person tour exploring what lies beyond the galleries. Discover hidden treasures, untold stories, and…

    Dates

    From:
    2 May 2026to2 May 2026
  12. Ramsfest

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    Ramsfest

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    Aldbourne, Marlborough

    Rams Fest 2026 is set to return to the stunning grounds of Ramsbury Brewery & Distillery on Friday 15th and Saturday 16th May 2026, promising a weekend packed with live music, award-winning drinks, and laid-back countryside festival vibes.

    Dates

    From:
    15 May 2026to16 May 2026
  13. Kith & Kin: The Quilts of Gee’s Bend

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    Kith & Kin: The Quilts of Gee’s Bend at American Museum & Gardens

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    Exhibition

    Bath

    This exhibition celebrates the extraordinary work of a group of African American women from a remote river island community in Alabama.

    Dates

    From:
    14 Feb 2026to21 June 2026
  14. Unseen Colour by Werner Bischof: Photography Exhibition

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    Unseen Colour by Werner Bischof: Photography Exhibition

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    Lacock

    Unseen Colour presents a treasure trove of previously unknown colour images from the late 1930s and early 1940s. Find it in the Fox Talbot Museum from 31 May 2025 - 31 May 2026.

    Dates

    From:
    31 May 2025to31 May 2026
  15. Currently Showing @ The Parade Cinema

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    Currently Showing @ The Parade Cinema

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    Marlborough

    NOW SHOWING AT THE PARADE CINEMA

    Marlborough's first independent cinema for 50 years, located in the heart of the town. Housed in splendid late Georgian building, our state of the art cinema has 106 seats, a fully licensed cafe and bar serving…

    Venue

    The Parade Cinema, Kennet

    Dates

    From:
    17 Dec 2025to31 Dec 2026
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