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Apologies there will be no toddler rhyme time today as Bookstart Bear is on holiday. We'll be back like normal next Thur...
28/05/2026

Apologies there will be no toddler rhyme time today as Bookstart Bear is on holiday. We'll be back like normal next Thursday at 11am

Get ready to turn up the volume on reading this summer! The 's   launches on Saturday 4 July for 4-11 year olds with thi...
27/05/2026

Get ready to turn up the volume on reading this summer! The 's launches on Saturday 4 July for 4-11 year olds with this year's music-inspired theme: Read to the Beat! As part of the , we're inviting children to take part in the fun and discover stories full of imagination, creativity and wonder, all FREE through the library! Pop into your local Wiltshire library and collect a FREE bookmark to find out more https://orlo.uk/lHusU

Meet the author: Holly Webb at Chippenham Library on Friday 29 May, 2pmHolly Webb is one of Britain's best-loved childre...
27/05/2026

Meet the author: Holly Webb at Chippenham Library on Friday 29 May, 2pm

Holly Webb is one of Britain's best-loved children's writers. She has written over 100 books for children, and her work has been translated into over 30 languages. Her animal stories are inspired by the Animals of Farthing Wood and Watership Down.

"I love Holly's books, even the sad bits..!"

"A great bedtime read."

"Holly's books are my absolute favourites."

Book your free ticket at Chippenham Library 01249 650536

Tickets are for child places, parents/guardians need not book a place.

For more information and to add this event to your calendar, visit https://orlo.uk/ha3mF

Come and join us for some chilled activities through the week
25/05/2026

Come and join us for some chilled activities through the week

Hope you're all enjoying your Bank Holiday, however you're spending it.  Melksham Community Campus is open 8.30am - 2pm ...
24/05/2026

Hope you're all enjoying your Bank Holiday, however you're spending it. Melksham Community Campus is open 8.30am - 2pm tomorrow so you can still come and get your book fix but we understand if you'd rather stay in the sunshine!

23/05/2026

On Wednesday 10 June, a fantastic day of free taster activities will take place at Pound Arts in celebration of Age Without Limits Day.

Pop in any time between 10am and 4pm to take part in singing, dancing, art, music, Pilates and martial arts sessions. Plus a Silent Disco for all ages, and refreshments and cake!

Please book in advance via the Pound: you can go to their website (link in comments), give them a call on 01249 701628, or visit them in person.

Customers please be aware there may be times when parking is difficult over the next few months
21/05/2026

Customers please be aware there may be times when parking is difficult over the next few months

‼️IMPORTANT CUSTOMER NOTICE ‼️
Please read...
Scheduled work in the carpark will commence next week starting Monday the 18th of May.
We anticipate the work to continue until the end of August / beginning of September .
During this time, parking spaces will be extremely limited in the carpark on the left as you come into the Campus, this is the one behind the wall (see photo)
Therefore please allow extra time for parking during this timeframe and make use of our overflow carpark to the right of the driveway, alternatively use nearby carparks such as King Street or Lowbourne.

⚠️ We once again politely remind those of you who are NOT attending the Campus to take notice of the signage and find alternative parking nearby or in town so that our staff and customers can continue to access the facilities.

*The Campus carparks are intended for CAMPUS USERS & those affiliated with the BOWLS and CRICKET CLUB ONLY‼️ and there usage is currently being monitored.

We apologise in advance for any inconvenience these important works may cause and ask for your understanding and patience during this time.

Team MCC


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Does anyone remember the brilliant Detectorists series on the BBC? Ever wondered what it's really like? Come and find ou...
21/05/2026

Does anyone remember the brilliant Detectorists series on the BBC? Ever wondered what it's really like? Come and find out with Dave Crisp who is visiting Melksham Library on Saturday 30 May
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Celebrate Local History Month by checking out these titles with a local connection. Who will you discover?You can reques...
20/05/2026

Celebrate Local History Month by checking out these titles with a local connection. Who will you discover?

You can request any of these titles via the Solus library app or by visiting the library catalogue website https://orlo.uk/zRKE3

A wide range of events are happening in libraries across the county to celebrate too. Ask library staff to find out more or visit https://orlo.uk/JV11l

📚📚BRAND NEW BOOKS📚📚We’ve had a delivery of NEW Children's titles. Pop to the library and borrow a book or reserve a copy...
20/05/2026

📚📚BRAND NEW BOOKS📚📚

We’ve had a delivery of NEW Children's titles.
Pop to the library and borrow a book or reserve a copy online https://libraries.wiltshire.gov.uk/web/arena or via the Solus Library App.
Children’s books are free to reserve.
Adult’s books cost £1 to reserve.

19/05/2026

Meet children's author Holly Webb.

Chippenham Library on Friday 29 May, 14:00-15:30pm.

Places FREE but reservations essential. To book please either call the library on 01249 650536 or go online at https://libraries.wiltshire.gov.uk/what-s-on #/events/db84aab7-4e9e-42cb-b302-dce118f640c2?q=holly%20webb

Address

Melksham Community Campus, Market Place
Melksham
SN126ES

Opening Hours

Monday 6:30am - 10pm
Tuesday 6:30am - 10pm
Wednesday 6:30am - 10pm
Thursday 6:30am - 10pm
Friday 6:30am - 9pm
Saturday 8am - 6pm
Sunday 8am - 6pm

Telephone

+441225702039

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