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Marlborough's Christmas Switch-on event has become a firm fixture in the town's calendar and we hope everyone who came had a wonderful time. 

Our hardy market traders started the day with a Christmas smile despite the rain!  The weather improved as the event warmed up, with Santa and the elves dropping into the Town Hall to read children a story, a mini fairground in the High Street after school and the Christmas Nutkins - giant red squirrels - charming everyone they met and leading the dancing near the stage as darkness fell and it was time for the entertainment to start.

BBC Wiltshire's James Thomas rushed over to Marlborough after presenting his afternoon show, and Roger Grant invited him to join our Mayor, Cllr. Mervyn Hall and his two special guests Ted and Genevieve to lead everyone in the traditional count-down to the switch on at 6.30.  

By now it has become a tradition for the St John's Band to open the live entertainment and they got everyone in party mood followed by the ever popular Marlborough Academy of Dance and drama.  The Marlborough Community Choir then took to the stage followed by a puppet show from Tom Foolery (sorry Tom, our photograper was called away so we didn't get a photo).  After the switch-on acapella group The BlueBelles delivered some beautiful harmonies, then Wilding cranked up the volume (it wouldn't be Christmas without a bit of Slade!) and there was a bluesey finish from BarrelHouse who really got people jumping. 

Our thanks to T H White for their help with the trees and the Matts from Wheelers of Wesbury for putting up the lights (and more).  Thanks also to Jones Robinson, SLCA, Charles Winchcombe & Sons and Pino's Ristorante for powering it all!

Our thanks to everyone involved on the day - members of 4MI Battalion once again came over to Marlborough to join the Marlborough Rotary team, Town Councillors, staff and residents Emily and Chris who helped steward the event and keep everyone safe, with Five Star Security ensuring everyone was safe at the stage.  Marlborough Lions not only helped out with the stewarding duties but also brought a VIP - Santa himself.  Cedric and his team from Rotary co-ordinated all of this often unseen but vital work, and the event simply couldn't happen without them.  Our thanks too go to the Showmen's Guild for the fairground rides and the very generous and appropriate donation of a polar bear for the Mayor's charity.  Marlborough Police and Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue joined in the fun and our hard-working staff kept things running smoothly right through the day.

Many local shops joined in the festivities with late-night opening in many - we hope they and our market traders had a successful day.  

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Photo gallery of Marlborough's 2022 Remembrance commemorations

Armistice Day

On Friday, 11 November 2022 at 11:00h, Marlborough fell silent to commemorate Armistice Day.  

The Mayor, the Lord Lieutanant of Wiltshire Mrs Sarah Troughton, 4MI Battalion, the Royal British Legion and students from St Johns laid wreaths at the 7th Wiltshire Regiment Memorial in London Road. 

Shortly afterwards poppy posies were placed on Commonwealth War Graves in the two cemeteries at Marlborough Common.

 

rEMEMBRANCE SUNDAY

On Sunday, 13 November 2022, Marlborough remembered the fallen with a very well attended parade which formed up in the High Street and marched to the War Memorial to take part in the 11:00 commemorations.  After wreaths were laid there was a service at St Mary's church, with Deputy Lieutenant Mrs Nicky Alberry representing the Wiltshire Lieutenancy. 

Wreaths were laid by or on behalf of the Wiltshire Lieutenancy, Town Council, Devizes Constituency MP, 4 Military Intelligence Battalion, Wiltshire Council, Royal British Legion, Royal Navy Association, the Armed Forces, Wiltshire Regiment, Marlborough College Army Cadet Force CCF, Army Cadets, Air Training Corps, Wiltshire Police, Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue, Southwestern Ambulance Service, Marlborough Churches Together, Marlborough Rotary Club, Marlborough Lions, Phoenix Brass Band, Marlborough Scouts, Cubs, Beavers, Guides, Brownies, Rainbows, Lodge of Loyalty and Funeral Directors.

 

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REMEMBRANCE SUNDAY

On Sunday, 10 November 2019, under clear blue skies, Marlborough residents young and old turned out in great number to take part in and observe the town's Remembrance Parade.

This annual event begins with groups lining up in the High Street ready for inspection, and this year that honour fell to our Town Mayor, Councillor Mervyn Hall, and Lieutenant Colonel Simon Puxley of 4MI Battalion.  Phoenix Brass Band led the march to the war memorial where the commemorations took place, led by Revd. Chris Smith, Alec Light and Cllr. Stewart Dobson (Marlborough Branch, Royal British Legion).   

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The Last Post and The Exhortation
Two Minute Silence
Reveille and Kohima Epitaph
Wreath laying
National Anthem

After the commemorations at the war memorial a Service of Remembrance took place at St Mary's Church.

PARTICIPANTS

Those taking part in the parade and laying wreaths were (in alphabetical order):

4MI Battalion - Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and RescueMarlborough Army Cadet Force - Marlborough Churches Together - Marlborough College Army Cadet Force CCF - Marlborough & District Lions Club - Marlborough Funeral Directors - Marlborough Guides, Brownies & Rainbows - Marlborough Lodge of Loyalty - Marlborough Scouts, Cubs & Beavers - Marlborough Town Council - Phoenix Brass Band - Rotary Club of Marlborough & District- Royal Air Force Cadets (2293 (Marlborough))  - Royal British Legion - Royal Naval Association - Wiltshire Police - Wiltshire Council

ARMISTICE DAY

On Monday, 11 November 2019 the tolling of the Marlborough Bell by Nigel Kerton was the signal for Marlborough to pause.  After an air-raid siren, Cllr. Stewart Dobson, President of Marlborough RBL, read the Exhortation before Anthony Palmer sounded the last post.  After the two-minute silence, Reveille, and the Kohima, the Mayoral party made its way to the 7th Wiltshire Regiment Memorial where wreaths were laid on behalf of 4MI Battalion, the Royal British Legion, the Wiltshire Regiment, St John's Academy and the Town Council.  The commemorations were completed by a visit to both cemeteries to pay respects to the 11 men and women who are laid to rest in our Commonwealth War Graves - the youngest, Rifleman John Joseph West-Woods, was just 18 years old.  (You can read more about these graves at https://www.marlborough-tc.gov.uk/war-memorials)

THANK YOU

Our thanks to everyone mentioned above for their participation and support, and to the people of Marlborough and beyond who came along to take part.  Those who organised and supported the event deserve our gratitude too.  We are proud of the town's relationship with 4MI Battalion and cannot speak highly enough of their strong association with our Remembrance events.  The same is true for Marlborough Royal British Legion and David Watson and the wonderful Phoenix Brass Band.  Laura at the Church Office, our staff and the police, volunteer marshalls and others form part of the unseen team who work so hard behind the scenes to ensure the safe and smooth running on the day.

Also many thanks to Macmillan for cake and refreshments and a special mention for the staff at Majestic Marlborough for opening early to hook up the power supply.

Photos - Remembrance Sunday

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Photos - Armistice Day

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mashup2On Friday, 7 June, the rain couldn’t stop Marlborough from commemorating Eglantyne Jebb, co-founder of Save the Children, when our Town Mayor, the Chairman of Wiltshire Council, Cllr James Sheppard and Fidelma Meehan, representing the charity, unveiled a new blue plaque on the Library at 91, High Street. 

This remarkable women taught in Marlborough at what was St Peter’s School, now the library, between 1899-1900 and went on to undertake many good works throughout her life.  Anne Chamberlain, an actor and playwright, also performed as Eglantyne at the ceremony itself.  This celebration also coincides with the 100th Anniversary of Save the Children.

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On Thursday, 6 June 2019 our Mayor and members of the Royal British Legion and Royal Naval Association placed wreaths at the commemorative stone on Marlborough Common which marks the place where the American army hospital - the 347th Station Hospital - was based from May 1944 to July 1945 where thousands upon thousands of service personnel were treated after D-Day. 

After D-Day the hospital received air-evacuated casualties direct from the continent.  The hospital, based here from May 1944 to July 1945, had 1,154 beds, 764 wooden buildings, 390 tents, 49 officers and 75 nurses all treating thousands upon thousands of military personnel.  The people of Marlborough, all volunteers, are credited and remembered for working long hours helping doctors and nurses to treat injured service personnel.

The Mayor said: “This is our commemoration both to all those who played their part in D Day, one of the most remarkable of all Allied wartime operations, as well as to those in Marlborough who devoted their efforts helping at home.  Another proud moment for the town.”

All generations of Marlborough residents came along to take part in this moving tribute on a special day.  Veterans... Marlborough salutes you.

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In 2016 local man and master painter Mark Nash renovated the stone. Read more

On Monday 13 May 2019 the Annual Town Council - more commonly known as 'Mayor Making' - was held in the Town Hall.

Retiring Mayor Cllr. Lisa Farrell presided over the beginning of the meeting where Cllr. Mervyn Hall was proposed as the new Town Mayor and duly swore his oath of office, with Cllr. Mark Cooper as his Deputy Mayor for 2019/20.  Cllr. Farrell had supported 7 charities during her year, and each were represented at the meeting to receive cheques in the value of just over £600 each.  Town Mayor Cllr. Mervyn Hall will be supporting the Jubilee Centre and 2nd Marlborough Scouts during his year.  Read his speech here.

Afterwards invited guests including Deputy Lord Lieutenant of Wiltshire Dr David Hemery, High Sherriff of Wiltshire Mr David Scott & Mrs Letitia Scott, The Mayor of Swindon Councillor Junab Ali, The Bishop of Ramsbury Dr Andrew Rumsey & Mrs Rebecca Rumsey posed for the traditional group photograph on the steps of the Town Hall before attending a reception in the Assembly Room.

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Calendar

Sun Jul 13
Jive Temptation Tea Dance
Sun Jul 13 @ 5:30PM - 07:00PM
Living History at the Merchant's House
Mon Jul 14 @ 7:00PM - 09:00PM
Planning Committee Meeting
Thu Jul 17 @10:00AM - 04:30PM
Family Hub
Sat Jul 19 @ 7:00PM -
Wrestling at the Town Hall
Sun Jul 20 @ 8:00AM -
Charity Car Boot Sale
Mon Jul 21 @ 9:30AM - 03:00PM
Temporary road closure - Kingsbury Street (part)
Tue Jul 22 @ 9:00AM - 02:00PM
Collection point for aid to Ukraine
Tue Jul 22 @ 9:00AM - 04:00PM
Temporary road closure - Cross Lane (part)
Thu Jul 24 @10:00AM - 04:30PM
Family Hub
Fri Jul 25 @ 8:00PM -
Gigspanner Big Band
Sat Jul 26 @ 9:30AM - 03:30PM
Temporary Road Closure - George Lane (part)

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Catch a movie at Marlborough's state of the art cinema with licensed bar and cafe

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The Merchant's House

The Merchant's House
Guided tours, museum and special events at this 17th Century historic house in Marlborough High Street.

Open Tuesday to Saturday, 10:00-16:00

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The best view in town

The best view in town
St Peters occasional tower tours, the cafe is open all year round, there are indoor markets on Mondays and regular exhibitions and events too

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Wilton Windmill

Wilton Windmill
The only operating windmill in Wessex

You can visit the site at any time - guided tours available on Sundays from Easter to the end of September

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3 June to 1 August - White Horse Summer School

3 June to 1 August - White Horse Summer School
Open your mind, stretch your body and brush up your creative skills during a summer of workshops, lectures and more

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Weekends in July - Open Studios

Weekends in July - Open Studios
In July each year artists across north Wiltshire open up their studios for you to visit, meet them and enjoy their artwork. It’s a fabulous reason for a tour around the beautiful North Wessex Downs to visit your favourite artists or to experience new or different artwork – often in the studio where it was created

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12 & 13 July - Living History

12 & 13 July - Living History
Join The Merchant’s House this weekend as they welcome back Colonel Nicholas Devereux’s Regiment of Foote. The Regiment will occupy this very special house and garden, sharing with you how life would have been almost 400 years ago

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12 July - Murder Mystery at Wilton Windmill

12 July - Murder Mystery at Wilton Windmill
Malice in Wonderland murder mystery & hog roast

The King of Hearts is dead, the Mad Hatter’s lost the March Hare, the White Rabbit is completely plastered, Alice appears to have kidnapped the Duchess’ baby, and Queenie’s on the rampage.

Dress as your favourite Wonderland Character if you like, and come and join in this fabulous event at Wilton Windmill.

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13 July - Jive Temptation Tea Dance

13 July - Jive Temptation Tea Dance
A glorious way to spend a Sunday afternoon. 3-6pm

Great music variety, fabulous venue, good crowd of friendly dancers and delicious home made cakes. These events combine two of life's pleasures, dancing and afternoon tea

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19 July - Wrestling

19 July - Wrestling
At Marlborough Town Hall

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25 July - Gigspanner Big Band

25 July - Gigspanner Big Band
At Marlborough Town Hall

Peter Knight's Gigspanner Big Band presented by Marlborough Folk Roots

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21 August to 1 September - Giffords Circus

21 August to 1 September - Giffords Circus
At Marlborough Common

Giffords Circus is a vintage village green circus that tours the UK every summer. Giffords is much more than a Circus, it’s a magical nod to old fashioned circus with a glamorous twist

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Watch Marlborough home games on The Common

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19 September - Echoes and Apparitions

19 September - Echoes and Apparitions
True ghost stories from The Merchant's House

Some houses whisper. This one speaks

Step into the shadows of Marlborough’s most storied home, where real encounters echo through centuries

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25 to 28 September 2025 - LitFest

25 to 28 September 2025 - LitFest
Celebrate the best writing and books with events for all ages

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4 October - Little Mop Fair

4 October - Little Mop Fair
The fun starts at 12:00 noon in the High Street

18 October - Big Mop Fair

18 October - Big Mop Fair
Starts at 12:00 noon in the High Street

25 October - Jon Wilks

25 October - Jon Wilks
At St Mary's Church Hall. Presented by Marlborough Folk Roots

Jon Wilks is a prominent fingerpicking guitarist and singer who performs traditional English folk songs and broadside ballads, often specialising in traditional folk songs from Birmingham and the wider Midlands. During his live shows, he mixes entertaining folk song performances with fascinating tidbits about the original singers and collectors that he has unearthed

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14 November - Comedy at the Town Hall

14 November - Comedy at the Town Hall
Laughter Craft Comedy are launching a brand new night in Marlborough bringing a line up full of TV and Award Winning Comedians plus a licensed bar!

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14 November - Nancy Kerr and James Fagan

14 November - Nancy Kerr and James Fagan
Presented by Marlborough Folk Roots at St Peter's

One of the best known and most experienced folk duos on the British circuit today

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Friday, 28 November - Christmas Lights Switch-on Event

Friday, 28 November - Christmas Lights Switch-on Event
Save the date

16 December - St Agnes Fountain

16 December - St Agnes Fountain
At Marlborough Town Hall, presented by Marlborough Folk Roots

Christmas, as they say, starts with…… St Agnes Fountain… Fa la la la la la la la la!

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