Events, festivals, art shows and concerts
Events, Festivals and Concerts
There's a thriving arts scene in and around Marlborough
MUSIC
For music lovers, the Marlborough College Concert Series brings classical performances to the stunning Memorial Hall throughout the year. Since 1999 Marlborough Folk Roots has been presenting the finest folk and roots music at venues as diverse as the Town Hall, churches, church halls, schools and theatres, and independent record store Sound Knowledge puts on occasional concerts too. Mantonfest is an annual outdoor family friendly music festival, while St Peter's plays host to occasional music recitals, talks and art exhibitions. Local pubs often have live music at the weekend too.
ART
Art exhibitions as well as hands-on workshops take place at the gallery at the White Horse Bookshop, and there are occasional exhibitions at the Mount House Gallery at Marlborough College, modern art at Katharine House Gallery and the Town Hall. Just outside Marlborough and in a stunning setting, Rabley Gallery and Drawing Centre also holds exhibitions. During July a host of local artists open up their studios as part of the Open Studios art trail, a wonderful way to explore the area.
Literature
Book lovers aren't forgotten either, with the Marlborough Literature Festival held every autumn.
We've listed the major events here, but please do check our online calendar for details of all events taking place at the Town Hall and other venues in and around the town
The Merchant's House
The best view in town
Wilton Windmill
3 June to 1 August - White Horse Summer School
Weekends in July - Open Studios
12 & 13 July - Living History
12 July - Murder Mystery at Wilton Windmill
13 July - Jive Temptation Tea Dance
25 July - Gigspanner Big Band
21 August to 1 September - Giffords Circus
4 October - Little Mop Fair
18 October - Big Mop Fair
25 October - Jon Wilks
14 November - Comedy at the Town Hall
14 November - Nancy Kerr and James Fagan
Friday, 28 November - Christmas Lights Switch-on Event
16 December - St Agnes Fountain
Have we missed something? Please let us know