Celebrating Age Wiltshire

Bringing live music, theatre, art & heritage to your local community

Celebrating Age Wiltshire (CAW) is a county-wide project delivering culture and heritage events and activity in community settings to support the wellbeing of older people.

CAW is a partnership of cultural, heritage and community organisations comprising Age UK Wiltshire, Wiltshire Music Centre, Wiltshire Creative, Pound Arts, Wiltshire Council & Libraries, Beyond Dementia, and the Wiltshire & Swindon History Centre. The project uses high-quality creative arts, heritage, and cultural activity as a vehicle to improve or maintain the health and wellbeing of older people, including those who are most socially isolated or vulnerable due to dementia, reduced mobility, ill health, or caring responsibilities.

CAW is currently working in 12 community areas across the county – Bradford on Avon, Calne, Chippenham, Melksham, Pewsey, Royal Wootton Bassett & Cricklade, SW Wiltshire, Southern Wiltshire, Tidworth, Trowbridge, Warminster, Westbury

For more information please email beth.powlesland@ageukwiltshire.org.uk or call 07955 249288

This project has received funding from the National Lottery Community Fund.

Our current events

Creative Conversations for Men Aged 65+ - Westbury

Westbury Library
Monday evenings, 5.00 - 6.30pm
14th September - 30th November 2026

Men aged 65+ are welcome to join this FREE set of creative writing and discussion sessions in Westbury Library. Led by professional facilitators, the group will cover various relevant topics, sharing experiences and ideas together in a safe and supportive space.

No previous experience needed to join in.

Free tea/coffee & biscuits provided at each session

Come along and try the first session!
To find out more call: 07955 249288 or email: beth.powlesland@ageukwiltshire.org.uk

Creative Conversations for Men 65+ - Trowbridge

Join us at Trowbridge Library for a free series of creative discussion sessions for men aged 65 and over.

Sessions take place on Tuesdays from 2.15pm to 3.45pm, from 15th September to 1st December 2026. There’ll be opportunities to try photography, explore different topics and share experiences and ideas in a friendly and supportive setting.

The sessions are led by professional facilitators, and you don’t need any previous arts experience to take part.

Tea, coffee and biscuits will be provided at each session.

To find out more, call 07955 249288 or email beth.powlesland@ageukwiltshire.org.uk.

Creative Conversations – Art & Discussion for Over 65s - Whiteparish

Whiteparish Memorial Hall
Wednesday mornings 10.45 – 12.15
16th September – 2nd December 2026

Everyone aged 65+ is invited to join these FREE weekly sessions led by professional artist facilitators. We will explore various themes connected to where we live, including gardens and nature. Enjoy company, sharing experiences and ideas together in a safe and supportive space.

No art experience needed and all materials, plus free tea/coffee and biscuits, are provided.

To find out more call: 07955 249288 or email: beth.powlesland@ageukwiltshire.org.uk

Creative Conversations - Bradford on Avon

Bradford on Avon Library
Thursdays 3.30-5pm
17th September - 3rd December 2026

Everyone aged 65+ is welcome to join this FREE set of creative art, storytelling and discussion sessions. Led by professional facilitators, the group will focus on relevant themes to those participating, sharing experiences and ideas together in a safe and supportive space. No previous artistic experience necessary and all materials provided.

Free tea/coffee and biscuits provided at every session!

To find out more, please call 07955 249288 or email beth.powlesland@ageukwiltshire.org.uk

Big Band Concert & Afternoon Tea - Tisbury

Nadder Centre, Tisbury
Wednesday 16th December - 1.30-3.30pm

Join us for a free afternoon of live entertainment, socialising and afternoon tea. Salisbury Big Band will be playing great music for dancing (or just toe tapping!) followed by carols sung by local school children. Don't miss out!

This is a FREE event but please book by calling

01380 735521 or emailing

beth.powlesland@ageukwiltshire.org.uk

(If you need help with transport give us a call)

Festive Piano Concert - Warminster Library

Warminster Library
Monday 21st December, 4–5pm

Why not come along to a free Christmas concert by talented local pianist and accordionist Sophie Eden, playing a variety of different styles and eras for everyone to enjoy.

Sit back, relax and let the music come to you!

This is a FREE event but please book a place by speaking to a member of the library staff or calling 01985 216022.