Topics about organisations and activities in Warminster.
Wednesday 20th November 2024
Codford Christmas Artisan Market
at
Codford Village Hall, Codford, BA12 0PP
on
Saturday 23rd November 2024
10.00 a.m. to 3.00 p.m.
Huge variety of stalls.
Tea and Coffee in the Pop Up Cafe.
Bar and lots more.
Thecraftloft@hotmail.com
Wednesday 20th November 2024
Mark Davies writes:
It’s been a hell of a journey, but one I’m pleased to have been involved with and managed (to some extent ).
To all Fox and Hounds FC players, past and present, thanks for some great memories. It’s been a blast and we go out as champions.
And never forgetting Justin Preece and Wayne Marchmont – two Fox legends I was proud to play alongside and call my friends.
Thanks to all at the Fox, especially Loma and Chris, for all their support for the team and matchdays. Best pub in town, by far.
Love you all, Massive xxx.
Friday 15th November 2024
Press release from Warminster Town Council:
Lord And Lady Bath Will Switch On Warminster’s Christmas Lights 2024
Special guests will attend Warminster’s biggest ever Christmas celebrations on Saturday 30th November. Ceawlin and Emma Thynn, Marquess and Marchioness of Bath, are to switch on the Warminster Christmas Lights concluding a huge day of festive celebrations for the town.
The Warminster Business Network (WBN) in conjunction with Warminster Town Council has finalised exciting plans with roads once again closed in the town centre and a record number of 130 stalls across the High Street, Market Place, Weymouth Street and in the Civic Centre in Sambourne Road.
There will be a mix of the best makers, food producers and old favourites with the independent market open until 6pm, encouraging a full day of shopping and trading across the town. The Civic Centre market in Sambourne Road will run until 4.30pm, with more than 30 stalls, Santa’s Grotto and food and drink stalls.
There will also be a packed entertainment schedule featuring eight entertainment acts performing live on a stage at the top of the Market Place, including a Freddie Mercury tribute act – One Vision of Freddie – ahead of the eagerly anticipated lights switch-on at 5.30pm.
Lord Bath said: “We are very proud that Longleat is very much part of the Warminster community with many colleagues living in the town and nearby villages. Emma and I are very much looking forward to taking part in the 2024 lights switch-on.”
Warminster Town Mayor, Cllr Stacie Allensby, added: “We have all been working hard to organise a real Christmas celebratory extravaganza for the town. I am thrilled we are welcoming Lord and Lady Bath to attend our festivities with the light switch-on event set to be the best yet. We can’t wait to show everyone what Warminster has to offer.”
Shops across the town including in East Street, Chinns Court and George Street will also be open, giving visitors the opportunity to purchase a variety of gifts for all, ahead of Christmas Day.
The High Street and Market Place will be closed from 7am until 8pm, with road closures in place; buses will be using temporary bus stops. Residents are encouraged to walk to the event if possible.
Public toilets will be available at the Civic Centre, Sambourne Road, Warminster BA12 8LB until 4.30pm as well as in Central Car Park. Parking will be available at Wiltshire Council car parks around Warminster.
For more information contact Warminster Town Council, Tel: 01985 214847 or email: admin@warminster-tc.gov.uk
Lord and Lady Bath with Father Christmas and his elves
on the steps of Longleat House.
Friday 15th November 2024
A message from Marc at the Wiltshire Grappling Association:
My name is Marc and I’m the head coach of Wiltshire Grappling Academy based here in Warminster and want to give something to the community.
I want to empower women and arm them with some self-defence to be able to feel confident during the winter months ahead.
I always equate it to learning to swim. We learn to make sure we can swim to safety. Why should self-defence be any different?
I am trying to gauge interest so please email me or message us on our social accounts for more information and be added to our waiting list for the upcoming event.
So, share this with your friends, sisters, mothers and daughters and come get involved in learning to protect yourselves.
Wiltshiregrapplingacademy@outlook.com
Many thanks,
Marc, Head coach, WGA+CC.
Wiltshire Grappling Academy,
Unit 22, Woodcock Industrial Estate, Warminster, BA12 9DX.
Wednesday 13th November 2024
Press release from Warminster Town Council:
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Multiple entertainment acts will wow the crowds at the Warminster Christmas Celebrations 2024 on Saturday 30th November. The full line-up has been announced which includes a Freddie Mercury tribute act – One Vision of Freddie – ahead of the highly anticipated Christmas lights switch-on at 5.30pm.
The exciting Warminster Christmas Celebrations 2024 will kick start at 10am, with the town set to come together for a packed festive extravaganza.
The Warminster Business Network (WBN) in conjunction with Warminster Town Council has finalised exciting plans with roads once again closed in the town centre and a record number of 130 stalls across the High Street, Market Place, Weymouth Street and in the Civic Centre in Sambourne Road.
There will be a mix of the best makers, food producers and old favourites with the independent market open until 6pm, encouraging a full day of shopping and trading across the town. The Civic Centre market will also have an exciting array of festive stalls inside as well as Santa’s Grotto and food and drink available until 4.30pm.
The packed live entertainment schedule will feature a mix of music including local schools, Christmas carols, solo artists, rock covers and local bands all performing at the top of the Market Place from 10am.
Izzy Wheeler, 18, and Seren Maskelyne, 17, are both talented solo performers, ready to take to the stage performing a mix of cover songs and original material.
Popular local 5-piece band Brakelight have collated an eclectic mix of covers as well as festive picks for the celebration. The wonderful Rock Choir are also ready to entertain the crowds with their upbeat numbers, ahead of headline act One Vision of Freddie.
Warminster Town Mayor, Cllr Stacie Allensby, said: “The Warminster Christmas Celebrations and lights switch-on is set to be the shopping highlight of the year. It is so exciting to have a record number of stalls attending as well as an exciting entertainment schedule.
“We are delighted once again to be working alongside the Warminster Business Network to put on this incredible event that involves even more of Warminster than ever before.”
Shops across the town including in East Street, Chinns Court and George Street will also be open, giving visitors the opportunity to purchase a variety of gifts for all, ahead of Christmas Day.
The High Street and Market Place will be closed from 7am until 8pm, with road closures in place; buses will be using temporary bus stops. Residents are encouraged to walk to the event if possible.
Public toilets will be available at the Civic Centre, Sambourne Road, Warminster BA12 8LB until 4.30pm as well as in Central Car Park. Parking will be available at Wiltshire Council car parks around Warminster.
Warminster takes a great deal of pride in its annual Christmas celebrations with a festive atmosphere planned and a further exciting announcement coming soon.
Full Warminster Christmas Celebrations Entertainment Schedule:
10am – 10.30am: Avenue School
10.30am – 11am: Sambourne School
11am – 11.30am: Heytesbury School
12pm – 12.35pm: Izzy Wheeler
12.40pm – 1.15pm: Seren Maskelyne
1.30pm – 3pm: Brakelight
3pm – 4pm: Rock Choir
4.15pm – 5pm: Freddie Mercury tribute – One Vision of Freddie
The Warminster Independent Market in the High Street has very limited room for a couple of 2m x 2m stalls – if the stalls are something quirky and different. For more information email: thewarminsterindependent@gmail.com.
For more information on the event contact Warminster Town Council, Tel: 01985 214847 or email: admin@warminster-tc.gov.uk
Tuesday 12th November 2024
Press release from Warminster Town Council:
Christmas trees will soon be appearing above businesses around Warminster ahead of this year’s Warminster Christmas Celebrations on Saturday 30th November 2024.
Around 100 Nordmann firs are currently being prepared and adorned with white lights by the Wheelers Group.
For more information contact Warminster Town Council, Tel: 01985 214847 or email: admin@warminster-tc.gov.uk
Tuesday 12th November 2024
BRAND NEW BEGINNERS CLASS which will be on Thursday’s 7.30pm.
(Start date to be confirmed)
We are pleased to say that we are taking names for our brand new beginners class to start in January 2025 (Date to be confirmed).
These spaces are LIMITED!
Contact the studio line on 07825 909363 to book your space, or if you want any more information.
Want to know more!? Keep on reading.
Now is the perfect time for you to prioritise yourself, your health and fitness and all round wellbeing.
This class is suitable and for those who have no pole experience, or for anyone who is looking to get back to pole fitness after having a long time away from it.
You don’t need any fitness experience to join, this class will help build your all round fitness.
Pole fitness is a full body work out, and over the weeks and months you will see what pole fitness has to offer, from increasing your cardiovascular health, flexibility, strength, self confidence and toning your whole body, not to mention having fun while getting the benefits, who doesn’t like a fun work out?!
Joining PoleCat Fitness you will become part of a fabulous supportive community, where not only you’ll make friends, you’ll join a “family”.
If you’re looking for a class, a place where you can exercise, build habits that last, have fun, learn new things, and be part of a supportive community, and you have always wanted to give pole fitness a go, this is your sign . . . come join us.
It can be daunting wanting to try something new or to start your fitness journey, but rest assured we’re here to welcome you with open arms, you just have to take that 1st step and we will support you all the way.
Pole fitness is a fantastic way to get and keep fit, and here we pride ourselves on encouraging all ages, shape, size, fitness levels and abilities to pole and have fun while achieving those goals, no matter what they are.
Limited spaces available,
Booking is required, payment will secure your space.
Class will run on Thursday’s 7.30pm (start date to be confirmed).
To book: Call or Text 07825 909363.
Location: Fit2Perform Warminster, 39 Woodcock Industrial Estate, Warminster, BA12 9DX.
So if you’re looking for something new, something to motivate you and keep you motivated, to start and enjoy your fitness journey pop us a CALL or TEXT to book or for any more information.
Telephone 07825909363.
Friday 8th November 2024
From Cash Access UK:
A new multi-bank automated cash deposit machine is now available inside Iceland at Three Horseshoes Walk, Warminster, during their normal opening hours, making it easier for residents and businesses to withdraw and pay-in cash.
Customers of Barclays, Bank of Scotland, Danske Bank, Halifax, Lloyds, NatWest, Royal Bank of Scotland, TSB and Ulster Bank can make free cash deposits, with more banks to be added soon.
Customers of all major banks will also be able to:
The solution has been funded by Cash Access UK and is operated by NCR Atleos.
Thursday 7th November 2024
Press release from Warminster Town Council:
Businesses Invited To Share Experiences Of Retail Crime –
Warminster businesses have been invited by Warminster Town Council to a meeting with Wiltshire Police.
A meeting has been arranged for local businesses to discuss the problems of retail crime in Warminster and will be held at the Civic Centre, Sambourne Road on Tuesday 12th November at 10am. The meeting will last no more than an hour and will be attended by Wiltshire Police.
The meeting is an opportunity for Warminster businesses to give feedback to Wiltshire Police on their experience of retail crime and an opportunity to put forward questions to them.
It will also be a chance for businesses to hear about:
• What steps the Police are taking locally
• Police intelligence and crime trends
• Advice on crime prevention and reporting crimes
• News on successful convictions
• How Warminster’s CCTV and Shopwatch work
A Warminster Town Council spokesperson said: “This meeting is for you so we can work together and get better results. There is also an option to join via Teams. Please let us know if you can attend or would prefer to join on Teams.”
If you are unable to attend but would like to send any comments or feedback, email townclerk@warminster-tc.gov.uk.
For more information and if businesses would like to be added to our mailing list contact Warminster Town Council, Tel: 01985 214847 or email: admin@warminster-tc.gov.uk
Tuesday 5th November 2024
An update from The Old Fire Station 1905, The Close, Warminster:
Just an update on our opening times.
We have taken the decision not to open Saturday daytime, at least over the winter. We are consistently busy in the evenings, but the Saturday days have been just ok or very quiet. Obviously since we came to this decision a week ago, we have had lots of enquiries! But, we are very content with evenings!
We continue to open Tuesday to Saturday from 5pm and now Sunday lunch with Dean, 12 till 4.
As always, better to book in advance to avoid disappointment! Telephone (01985) 213170
Dave and the team.
enquiries@theoldfirestation1905.co.uk
