Discover 'What's On' in and around Malmesbury​

Discover vibrant events in Malmesbury, Wiltshire – from art exhibitions, guided walks, and speakers to family-friendly workshops and musical performances. Whether you're exploring historic venues like Malmesbury Abbey, strolling the High Street, or enjoying open-air concerts in Cloister Gardens, there's always something to suit every interest. Stay up to date with what's on in Malmesbury with our monthly event listings, and don't miss opportunities to get involved and support local community and culture. Find out more about Malmesbury and the surrounding area and check upcoming events, ticket information, and venue details right here.

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Table Top Sale - Cancelled
Community
Sat 17-Oct 10:00 am -1:00 pm

Event cancelled

Wessex Week -  Adrian Waddingham - First Kings
History
Sat 17-Oct 7:00 pm
£10.00

After decades of devastating raids, Viking armies first overwintered in England in 850. In doing so, they opened a century of conflict and reaching ambition.

In Norway, Harald Fairhair rose from a regional chieftain to become its first king, while in England Alfred the Great preserved Wessex from conquest and laid the foundations for unity. His successors extended that vision, leading to the creation of a single English kingdom after Athelstan’s decisive victory at Brunanburh in 937.

 

Choir Concert
Music
Sat 17-Oct 7:00 pm

Dursley Male Voice Choir, Innsworth Military Wives Choir and Tilly Charlton-Hunt, soloist.

Doors open 6.30pm concert starts 7pm

Ticket includes a glass of prosecco £18 (or £10 for under 18's)

Tickets from Malmesbury Abbey Stewards Desk

Friends of Malmesbury Abbey (FOMA)

Choral Evensong for Wessex Week at Malmesbury Abbey
Arts & Literature
Sun 18-Oct 3:30 pm

You are invited to join Malmesbury Abbey Choir for Evensong on Sunday 18th October at 3.30pm in the abbey. This special service marks the conclusion of Wessex Week 2026 and will celebrate the rich history of our ancient borough and its renowned abbey, highlighting the shared links between the two.

Mr Smith goes to Washington
Film
Sun 18-Oct 7:30 pm
£6.00

Tickets

You can buy your ticket on the door for only £6 per film - no membership or booking is necessary. New people are always welcome. If this is your first film, just turn up a few minutes before the start time and find a seat.

Members

Become a member and you only pay £35 for all 12 films shown each year (membership is January to December) - that's 6 free films!  The film society depends on membership support. As a member you keep the society running and you get the chance to see amazing films you wouldn't ordinarily consider going to. Just ask to join at the door.

Venue

All films are shown at St. Mary's Hall, a 17th century Grade II listed building used for community events. We have a large screen with a terrific sound system. The hall has disabled access.

Thu 22-Oct 11:00 am -2:00 pm
Free or £10 donation

Join workshop leader Mareyam for our regular creative workshop for over 13s.

This workshop is aimed at making Hallowe’en art for our shop window display. Come along with your own ideas or follow Mareyam’s lead to create gruesome and ghoulish art.

Thursday 22 October 11am - 2pm (stay later with parental permission)

Free to those on low incomes and £10 to those who are able to support our work with young people.

Caerbladon is a CIC not-for-profit.

Westport Sounds Festival 2026
Music
Fri 23-Oct - Sun 25-Oct

Join us for our third year in Malmesbury.
20 acts over 30 artists 3 venues
Full weekend, day and double bill options see below:

Full weekend: Fri 23rd 6pm - Sun 25th slot. £90

Weekend: Sat 24th 12 noon - Sun 25th slot. £80

Friday evening: 23rd 7pm slot. £15

Cake with the Town Council
Community
Fri 23-Oct 10:00 am -12:00 pm

Curious about how your local town council works?
Want to grab some cake, tea, and coffee?
FREE Friday 23 October and Saturday 24 October 10 - 12


• Meet your friendly local councillors
• Find out what the town council is responsible for
• Share questions, concerns, or ideas for our community
• Discover local projects and activities
• Or simply pop in for a free cup of tea/coffee and cake
Everyone welcome. Whether you've lived here for years or recently moved to the area, we'd love to meet you!

Pick Your Own Pumpkin at Upper Marsh Farm
Family
Sat 24-Oct 10:00 am - Sat 31-Oct 4:00 pm

Free entry - Max £6 per pumpkin available during half term, 10am - 4pm daily.

Upper Marsh Farm, Malmesbury SN16 9SR

For the first time, we’re opening our pumpkin patch! Our pumpkins have been growing away all summer and we can’t wait to welcome you down to pick your own.

Cake with the Town Council
Community
Sat 24-Oct 10:00 am -12:00 pm

Curious about how your local town council works?
Want to grab some cake, tea, and coffee?
FREE Friday 23 October and Saturday 24 October 10 - 12


• Meet your friendly local councillors
• Find out what the town council is responsible for
• Share questions, concerns, or ideas for our community
• Discover local projects and activities
• Or simply pop in for a free cup of tea/coffee and cake
Everyone welcome. Whether you've lived here for years or recently moved to the area, we'd love to meet you!

Sat 24-Oct 10:30 am -3:30 pm
£50.00

Switch off & Stitch - an introduction to embroidery, 10.30 - 3.30

Join textile artist Janice Botterill for a relaxing introduction to contemporary embroidery and hand stitching. 

We will start by learning and practicing a selection of useful and adaptable stitches, working with autumnal colours and motifs to create a small sampler. 

See more details below.

Malmesbury Walkers - Milk Hill and Alton Barnes White Horse
Sports
Sun 25-Oct 9:50 am

Milk Hill (Wiltshire’s highest point), the Alton Barnes White Horse, and the Wansdyke. Approximately 4 miles

Fields / tracks, no stiles, easy walking, with moderate ascents. Coffee stop (bring your own refreshments), Dogs, on leads, welcome.

Meet 9.50am for 10am departure at the car park on the Alton Priors / Lockeridge road grid reference SU116638 what3words (approximately): flukes.cashiers.vaulting. Best allow about 45-50 minutes’ drive from Malmesbury.

For further details phone Glyn and Linda on 07777 660 719

All walkers walk at their own risk

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