Country Comes to Town: Five Reasons You Can't Miss This Year's Event in Chippenham.

Country Comes to Town: Five Reasons You Can't Miss This Year's Event in Chippenham.

Get ready, because we're bringing our well-loved Country Comes to Town event to Monkton Park on Saturday 17th May 2025, from 10am to 4pm

This free, family-friendly celebration of nature is a fantastic opportunity to connect with wildlife and learn about the our vital conservation work. Here are five reasons why you should mark your calendars and join us in May...

Enjoy a Free, Family-Friendly Day Out

This event is completely free and open to everyone! It’s the perfect opportunity to spend a memorable day outdoors with family and friends, enjoying the beautiful surroundings of Monkton Park while supporting a fantastic cause.

A young Asian girl in a hoodie holding a piece of art created with clay and items from nature.

Credit: WWT 

Discover Nature in Your Backyard

Experience the countryside right in the heart of Chippenham! This year, Wiltshire Wildlife Trust is bringing the wonder of nature directly to Monkton Park, offering a unique chance to explore and appreciate the wildlife that surrounds us. Learn about the Trust's efforts to restore habitats such as chalk streams, downlands, and woodlands, and see how we are protecting local wildlife. 

Vincients Wood

Fun and Educational Activities for All Ages

Country Comes to Town is packed with engaging activities for everyone. Children can enjoy hands-on crafts, while adults can participate in wellness activities led by the Trust’s Wellbeing team. Plus, you can even pedal your way to a delicious smoothie on the smoothie bike! And of course, you will get to meet some adorable farm animals...

Livestock at CCTT

Learn About Local Conservation Efforts

Gain insights into the crucial conservation work happening in your area. Discover projects like our work at Vincients Wood and the Trust's support for the River Avon through invasive species removal. This is a fantastic opportunity to understand how you can contribute to protecting Wiltshire’s natural heritage.

Volunteers in a river

Connect with Expert Organisations

Wiltshire Wildlife Trust will be joined by experts from partner organisations, including Wiltshire Beekeepers Association, Wiltshire Ornithological Society, and also local Chippenham environmental groups. This means you’ll have access to a wealth of knowledge and can learn directly from the people dedicated to protecting our wildlife.

Great Bustards

Great Bustard Group

Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to immerse yourself in nature, learn about vital conservation efforts, and enjoy a fun-filled day with the whole family. Mark your calendars for Saturday, 17th May 2025 and join us at Monkton Park between 10am and 4pm for Country Comes to Town—a day of discovery, connection, and a celebration of Wiltshire's wonderful wildlife. We look forward to seeing you there!

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A lady and boy talk to WWT staff in a big marquee about one of our conservation projects

Country Comes to Town 2025

Details for this year's event