VISIT HIGHWORTHThings to Do
With Highworth as your base you will not be short of things to do and places to explore. Start with a visit to the Visitor Centre and take a look at the Museum, perhaps book a Town Tour to learn more about Highworth's fascinating past. Don't forget to check for Local Events during your stay, then turn your attention to the delights of the surrounding countryside.
EVENTS IN HIGHWORTH
Highworth offers an amazing selection of events throughout the year including; great music at Wrde Up - Highworth's very own Summer music Festival, a free day of family fun at the Mayday Fair, a spectacular firework display in November and, at Christmas, a street fair and Tree Lighting. Many of the pubs and bars in Highworth host live music on a regular basis and there are numerous monthly events such as historical talks, family fun days and not forgetting the theatre provided by HADS, our very own theatrical society.
See what's coming up ...
16 May, 8am to 2pmLove Your Market 
Come along and celebrate 820 years of Highworth Market as we take part in the national campaign "Love Your Market" Export a showcase of games from years gone by, plus a fun activity for the children to enjoy. Along with all the market stalls, our High Street shops &cafes will be open too. Free entry. |
6 JuneHighworth Jazz Festival 
The festival will take place on the 6th June 2026 and will be centred around the High Street, bringing over 20 great jazz musicians and events to our town. The headline acts will be staged in St Michael’s Church, with other performances being held in the Wine Bar, The Highworth, The URC Chapel and of course the Podium in the market square. To read about the line-up visit the Jazz Festival's official site at: It will be a ticketed event, with stroller wristbands allowing access to all events. ON SALE NOW! |
13 June & 13 September, 11am to 2pmHighworth Town Council Skate Events 
Free Scooter/Skate workshops. Free tuition, games and competitions. Games & prizes to be won. Ages 5 to 16 years, parents welcome. |
13 - 21 JuneHighworth Arts & Literature Festival 
The Highworth Arts & Literature Festival, organised by Visit Highworth, will take place in June 2026, with the events happening from 13th to 21st June. Continue to the full programme and find out how to book tickets for events. |
3 July - 4 July, 6pm to 10:30pmWrdeUp 
Expect a stellar lineup of local and not-so-local acts, vibrant entertainment zones, colourful new venues, and a fantastic spread of food and drink to enjoy throughout the day. For more information and to book tickets visit the WrdeUp official site at: wrdeup.co.uk |
6 NovemberHighworth Town Council Fireworks Event 
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8 NovemberRemembrance Service 
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28 NovemberHighworth Town Council Christmas Event and Lights Switch On 
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28 November, 10am to 4pmVHL Christmas Craft Fair Visit Highworth will be showcasing locally made arts and crafts in the lovely venue of St Michael's Church, just a step off the High Street. Join us to browse and shop for unique and unusual gifts. Cafe, VHL raffle. Free entry. |
CLUB EVENTS
Take a look at events being run by the many clubs and societies in Highworth. Those listed are open to non-members as well as members.
See what's coming up ...
Highworth Historical SocietyThe Wiltshire Uprising a talk by Ruth Butler from the Wiltshire Record Office 
In 1655 there were still many Royalists who believed that Cromwell and his party could be overthrown. John Penruddock, a Wiltshire gentleman, headed a band of men who hoped to restore the Monarchy. In March 1655 they set out for Salisbury and ... Come along to our meeting to hear what happened next. Price: Visitors £3 cash on the door |
Highworth Flower ClubA Flower Prescription For You 
A flower arranging demonstration was Cathryn Brown.
Price: Contact: Michele 07798 817249 |
Highworth Camera ClubArctic Adventures  Join Jack Lodge for a visual journey into the Arctic, where light, landscape, and wildlife combine to create some of the most challenging and rewarding photographic opportunities on Earth. From vast frozen seascapes and dramatic weather, to intimate encounters with Arctic wildlife, this talk explores what it takes to photograph in extreme cold and remote environments. Along the way, Jack shares images, stories from the field, and practical insights into working with cameras when conditions are at their most unforgiving, but most inspiring.
Price: £5 for non-members |
LOCAL ATTRACTIONS
Highworth's hilltop location is blessed to be surrounded by beautiful countryside with some idyllic Cotswold towns and villages on our doorstep. Places such as Lechlade-on-Thames, Burford, Cirencester and Stow-on-the-Wold are easily reached, as are the historic cities of Bath and Oxford.
Our corner of Wiltshire is home to the World Heritage Sites of Avebury and Stonehenge. Highworth looks out over The Vale of White Horse known for the iconic Uffington White Horse, the oldest chalk figure in Britain, dating back to around 1000 BCE. Close by is The Ridgeway, an ancient trackway described as Britain's oldest road which follows the same route over the high ground used since prehistoric times by travellers, herdsmen and soldiers.
What could be better than having a great family day out and then coming back to relax in one of Highworth's pubs or restaurants?