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The pub quizzes, craft fairs, and village fêtes the big sites miss — here's what's on around Westonbirt.

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Comedy

Open-air Shakespeare: The Comedy of Errors (Evening)

Open air Shakespearian theatre with the Bard's earliest, shortest and most uproarious tale of mistaken identity

Sat 15 Aug19:30Tetbury Goods Shed(3.4mi)

via Tetbury Goods ShedLocal gem

Wellness & Wellbeing

Sound Bath experience

Experience the deeply restorative effects of a guided sound bath. A powerful reset for your body and mind

Sun 16 Aug20:30Tetbury Goods Shed(3.4mi)

via Tetbury Goods ShedLocal gem

Festivals & EventsTalks & Lectures

Around £10

Malmesbury Characters -Carnival Talk

Rausing Building £10 Tickets available online and at the Tourist Information Centre in the Town Hall Book Online Bill Reed will recount colourful stories from Athelstan Museum’s “Voices” project, which is now in its 11th year. Previous Post:Magical Malmesbury – Victorian Ragged School History Fun for Children! Next Post:Malmesbury Pubs – Carnival Talk

Tue 18 Aug20:30Athelstan Museum(4.9mi)

via Athelstan MuseumLocal gem

Community

Riding Lights Right Here Right Now

for this year’s Carnival on Saturday 22nd August – 7pm

Sat 22 AugMalmesbury Abbey(4.8mi)

via Malmesbury AbbeyLocal gem

Community

GMT – Gamble, Manninen and Thompson

An intimate journey with three international musicians, featuring soulful vocals, masterful guitar work and world-class saxophone.

Sat 22 Aug20:30Tetbury Goods Shed(3.4mi)

via Tetbury Goods ShedLocal gem

Festivals & EventsTalks & Lectures

Around £10

Malmesbury Pubs – Carnival Talk

Rausing Building £10 Tickets available online and at the Tourist Information Centre in the Town Hall Book Online Susan Mockler will provide an entertaining account of the pubs of Malmesbury. Previous Post:Malmesbury Characters -Carnival Talk Next Post:Walter Powell – MP for Malmesbury, Multi-Millionaire & Balloonist – Carnival Talk

Tue 25 Aug20:30Athelstan Museum(4.9mi)

via Athelstan MuseumLocal gem

Community

Goods Shed Piano Club August 2026

Our monthly Piano Club, where local amateur musicians play for an appreciative and interested audience.

Wed 26 Aug15:00Tetbury Goods Shed(3.4mi)

via Tetbury Goods ShedLocal gem

Walter Powell – MP for Malmesbury, Multi-Millionaire & Balloonist – Carnival Talk

Festivals & EventsTalks & Lectures

Around £10

Walter Powell – MP for Malmesbury, Multi-Millionaire & Balloonist – Carnival Talk

Rausing Building £10 Tickets available online and at the Tourist Information Centre in the Town Hall Book Online Tony McAleavy will tell the remarkable story of Walter Powell, MP for Malmesbury in the late 19th century Previous Post:Malmesbury Pubs – Carnival Talk Next Post:Oaksey Church Murals – Visit Talk & Tea

Tue 1 Sept20:30Athelstan Museum(4.9mi)

via Athelstan MuseumLocal gem

Nature & OutdoorsWorkshops & Classes

Matthew Rice Botanical Drawing Workshop with Garden Tour (One-Day)

Led by illustrator and designer Matthew Rice, known for his work on Emma Bridgewater ceramics, this one-day course offers a wonderful opp...

Thu 3 SeptHighgrove Gardens(2mi)

via Highgrove GardensLocal gem

Community

Alfie Moore: Radio Warm-up

Everyone's favourite former policeman returns with a fun-filled, interactive ‘warm up’ show ahead of recording Series 10 of his hit BBC Radio 4 comedy

Fri 4 Sept21:00Tetbury Goods Shed(3.4mi)

via Tetbury Goods ShedLocal gem

Harmony in Nature: A Wellness Day Retreat with Nature Walk (One-Day)

Nature & OutdoorsReligion & SpiritualityWellness & Wellbeing

Around £190.00

Harmony in Nature: A Wellness Day Retreat with Nature Walk (One-Day)

Skip to product information Harmony in Nature: A Wellness Day Retreat with Nature Walk (One-Day) Harmony in Nature: A Wellness Day Retreat with Nature Walk (One-Day) Sunday 6th September 2026 19000 £190.00 Unit price / per Join us for a restorative day of mindful connection, gentle movement, creativity, and time in nature. Begin the day with a guided nature walk through Highgrove’s gardens, followed by gentle yoga with Laura Green and a seasonal, sustainable lunch. In the afternoon, immerse yourself in a calming watercolour wellbeing workshop led by artist Lisa Gardner, inspired by the colours, textures, and atmosphere of the gardens. Through free-flowing painting techniques and simple breathing practices, this meditative session invites ease, creativity, and a deeper connection with the natural world. All levels of yoga and creative experience are welcome. The day will close with a peaceful moment of stillness, leaving you refreshed, grounded, and deeply connected to nature. Please note, this is a one-day workshop

Sun 6 SeptHighgrove Gardens(2mi)

via Highgrove GardensLocal gem

Community

Quiz Night at The Goods Shed

Join us for our lastest Quiz Night. With categories from Art to Sport, via History and Miscellany, there’s bound to be something you know!

Sun 6 Sept18:30Tetbury Goods Shed(3.4mi)

via Tetbury Goods ShedLocal gem

Workshops & Classes

Block Printing Lampshades Workshop (One-Day)

Learn the art of Indian block printing and create your own beautiful designs on a lampshade using an extensive range of hand-carved block...

Sun 13 SeptHighgrove Gardens(2mi)

via Highgrove GardensLocal gem

Talks & Lectures

Around £20

Talk by Jackie Morris and Cathy Fisher

The Wild Lullaby Monday 14th September - 7pm Malmesbury Town Hall - Assembly Room Ticket with Book £20 ( Hardback RRP £15) Ticket Only £10

Mon 14 SeptBarn Owl Books(4.8mi)

via Barn Owl BooksLocal gem

Talks & Lectures

Around £8

Oaksey Church Murals – Visit Talk & Tea

Oaksey Village Church £8 CASH donation on the day to Church Funds – includes tea & cake Book in Museum or email below We have arranged for this Teatime Talk to be held at All Saints Church, Oaksey. Attendees will need to make their own way to Oaksey (car sharing will be available). We will be offered tea and home made cake as usual – kindly supplied by Oaksey Church volunteers – followed by a fascinating talk about the 3 early Fifteenth Century murals. Booking – Please add your name to list in Museum or email to confirm attendance: If you require a lift or can offer car share please let us know when you book. Donations to Museum for arranging this event would be appreciated.

Wed 16 Sept15:30Athelstan Museum(4.9mi)

via Athelstan MuseumLocal gem

Religion & Spirituality

Evensong

Evensong at Bredon's Norton on the third Sunday of the month in alternate months. 4pm during the winter and 6pm during the summer months

Sun 20 Sept16:00Chapel of Ease(4.3mi)

via Chapel of EaseCurated

Community

Flying Monk Art Trail

This weekend event celebrates the quality of artists and makers living and working in the Malmesbury area. It is an opportunity to meet the artists in their studios, homes and pop-up spaces, and maybe pick up an original piece to take home. Buying artwork direct from the artists and makers is an enjoyable experience, you’ll be supporting local creativity while acquiring something special and unique that you will cherish in years to come. We recommend you follow the numbered routes on the maps to get the most from your visit in Malmesbury and the Somerfords.

Sun 27 SeptCaerbladon(4.8mi)

via CaerbladonLocal gem

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Venues with events near Westonbirt

A few local places from the listings above, all within three miles.

Highgrove Gardens2.0 miles away

More about Westonbirt

Wiltshire, England

Westonbirt has nearby local names including Highgrove Gardens, Sherston Village Hall and 1st Sherston. We keep the dates around them together so local plans are easier to find across the surrounding area. Near Here brings event details around Westonbirt in Wiltshire together so you can see what's happening nearby. Check the organiser's latest information before you head out.

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