News and events

Julia’s House visited by Salisbury City Councillors

15 October 2019

Mayor of Salisbury City Council, cllr John Walsh, mayoress Carrie Walsh, leader of the council cllr Jeremy Nettle and his wife Sue Nettle visited Julia’s House on Friday 4th October.

Appointment of three new deputy lieutenants

04 October 2019

Her Majesty’s Lord-Lieutenant of Wiltshire, Mrs. Sarah Rose Troughton, has appointed three new Deputy Lieutenants to serve the County of Wiltshire

Artists, musicians, writers and actors have contributed Cartes Postales to help raise funds for The Friends of Erlestoke Prison and The Salisbury Museum

04 October 2019

​In an innovative partnership The Friends of Erlestoke Prison and The Salisbury Museum are collaborating to raise money for two important projects. The fundraising initiative is titled cARTes postales - art on postcards.

Spooky ghost tours in The Guildhall, Salisbury

02 October 2019

This Halloween sees the return of free ghost tours in The Guildhall, Salisbury, from Sunday, 27th October until Thursday, 31st October.

The Pound, Corsham plays host to folk duo The Drystones on 12th October

01 October 2019

The Drystones are set to take their impressive multi-instrumental live show on tour this autumn, bringing their new album APPARITIONS to life for audiences at The Pound, Corsham on Saturday, 12 October. Known for their fiddle, guitar and whistle music and songs, and with two music degrees between them, Alex Garden and Ford Collier play an array of musical instruments on their third album, which they will bring to the live shows this October.

Sculptor Dominic Clare opens his studio during the Peacock Arts Trail 5th-13th October

30 September 2019

As part of the Peacock Arts Trail, widely acclaimed sculptor Dominic Clare will be opening up his gallery which is packed with a multitude of intriguing sculptures.

Wiltshire Life's Carolyn Allen is running the Salisbury Half Marathon to raise funds for the Stars appeal on 29th September

24 September 2019

On the 29th of September, I’ll be attempting the Salisbury Half Marathon in memory of my cousins daughter, Hadley. I’ve been struggling with calf strains and wasn’t allowed to run for months, but I’ve recently started back training and I’m determined to complete the 13miles, no record breaking times, just make it across the finish line.

The Hard Way: The Story of Hannah Mitchell

18 September 2019

Composer and singer Louise Jordan performs ‘The Hard Way’, a one-woman show telling the story of Hannah Mitchell. Born in 1872 into rural poverty in the Derbyshire Peak District, Hannah Mitchell escapes domestic drudgery to become a campaigner, speaker, writer, suffragette, councillor and finally a Manchester City magistrate.

Wiltshire Bee & Honey show unveils speaker line up for October event

17 September 2019

The Wiltshire Bee and Honey show organisers have revealed their programme of speakers and exhibitors for this years’ day long festival of all things associated with bees in the region. As well as learning how to start your own hive on a budget, visitors to the October 5th show in Devizes will learn all about how bees make their honey as well as communicate with each other. Entry is free for everyone.

Devizes Food and Drink Festival 2019 Schedule of Events

17 September 2019

The 2019 Devizes Food and Drink Festival is almost upon us, so here is a schedule of event to help with your planning. For ticket prices and the latest information and details, please visit the website.