Hidden on the High Street - Behind the scenes at Chippenham Town Hall and the Neeld
Town Hall, High Street, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3ER
Delve into the secret corners of the Neeld and Town Hall to discover behind-the-scenes areas such as the tech booth, backstage and Mayor's Parlour.
Our free guided tour will tell you more about the fascinating history of our buildings, their architect - James Thomson, and our namesake and benefactor, Joseph Neeld.
The Neeld has played several different roles in the heart of the Chippenham community, including a Cheese Market and a WW1 Hospital. Following a refurbishment project in 2015, The Neeld is a thriving Community and Arts Centre with an exciting programme of professional shows and local groups’ activities. The Town Hall was built in the Neoclassical style and opened in 1834. The building remains the civic heart of the town and the home of Chippenham Town Council.
Tours will take place at 1000 and 1200 (duration approx. 45 minutes). Each tour will have a maximum of 20 people so pre-booking is encouraged to avoid disappointment.
Children's colouring activity available. Anyone under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
Certain areas of this tour are only accessible by stairs.
Timings & Tours
- Saturday 20 September:
- Tours at 1000 and 1200
Location & directions
Town Hall, High Street, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3ER
- Directions:
- Please come to the Town Hall entrance which is on the High Street.
- Contact on day:
- Box Office
- Telephone number:
- +441249446699
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking preferred
- Booking conditions:
- To guarantee a space on the tour we recommend pre-booking. You can do this at neeld.co.uk, by calling 01249 44 66 99 or in person at the Town Hall Customer Services desk.
- Booking telephone number:
- +441249446699
- Booking website:
- https://neeld.co.uk/events/
Accessibility details
Anyone under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Certain areas of this tour are only accessible by stairs.
Additional information
There is parking nearby at Bath Road car park (long stay) or Borough Parade car park (short stay, 2 hours max). We are also within walking distance of the bus station and train station. Bike racks are available throughout the Town
- Max no of people per tour:
- 20
- Est. tour duration:
- 0 hour(s) 45 minute(s)
