What’s On in and around Cirencester
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Markets
Award winning historic Charter Markets, Arts & Crafts Market, Farmers' Market and Specialty Market.
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Bands in the Park
Sundays July to September.
Enjoy the vibrant atmosphere of free live music in the Abbey Grounds, Cirencester. -
Advent Festival
Christmas in Cirencester is always special and creates a truly memorable family outing in our vibrant, beautiful and historical market town.
Browse Events by Month
Type of Event
Animal Chronology Trail
A seasonal trail for children and families. Discover fun facts about animals and wonderful creatures from the past and plot them on the timeline that stretches back millions of years (that’s a very long time ago!)
Jolly Nice Pumpkin Patch 2026
Celebrate autumn with a visit to the Jolly Nice Pumpkin Patch. Wander through hundreds of pumpkins and squash. Whether you’re searching for the perfect pumpkin, looking for the perfect pumpkin, looking for unusual squash and gourds to decorate your home, capturing seasonal photographs or simply enjoying the fresh autumn air, there’s something for everyone.
Ghosts of Roman Britain
Enjoy a whole month of spooky activities at Chedworth uncovering Roman beliefs about death and the afterlife. Core activities will run from 1 October to 1 November. In addition there will be a new 'Roman Ghost Investigator' family activity trail over the half-term holiday (see separate listing for details)
Come Sew With Us - Daily Classes for Everyone
Want to learn more about empowering women locally?
Curious about fabrics and the environment?
We teach regular sewing and upskilling classes, sign up for details and join our movement.
The King's Speech
With the future of the monarchy and Britain itself, on the line, a historic radio address looms over a man with a debilatating stammer. Can an unconventional speech therapist from the colonies turn him into the king Britain can believe in?
Pumpkin Patch and Scarecrow Trail
Find your perfect pumpkin at Cirencester Park’s Pumpkin Patch!
Conker the Cat and Other Tales
Lesley Davies is a Cotswold native and has successfully exhibited her work in various galleries. Lesley’s work has an illustrative style and has many inspirations, with this collection mainly inspired by the imaginary past adventures of her ex-stray cat Conker.
Haunted Cirencester Town Tour
A tour around the town exploring some of the haunted stories, urban legends and ghostly happenings associated with some of the historic buildings in Cirencester.
Volunteer Day - Help Bring Life Back to the River Churn
Join Cirencester Town Council and Cirencester Wildlife Group for a hands-on morning helping to restore a stretch of the River Churn through the Abbey Grounds.
Walking Roman Cirencester
Corinium Museum, in collaboration with Cotswold Heritage Walks, is excited to offer a series of historic walking tours.
The Friends of Cirencester Parish Church - The Glosters in the Korean War
Speaker: Colonel Robert Dixon, formerly commanding officer of the Gloucestershire Regiment
Autumn Market
Zoom Events’ Cirencester Autumn Market returns in October 2026. An eclectic mix of stalls with groceries, crafts and street food comes to the Ancient Market Place. Join us for a special gathering with a blend of retail therapy, entertainment and 'alfresco' dining.
Saturday: 9.00am - 6.00pm
Autumn Tractor Rides
Climb aboard and enjoy a scenic tractor and trailer ride through the beautiful autumn landscape of Cirencester Park
Around the Table XL
Around the Table XL is an extension of Around the Table; a friendly local games group in Cirencester.
Rural Cinema - The Devil Wears Prada 2
Andy Sachs (Anne Hathaway) returns to Runway magazine as the new features editor where she finds her formidable former boss Miranda (Meryl Streep) facing threats to her glossy print empire. Familiar frenemies and fresh faces join the catwalk in this stylish sequel. Cert: 12
Cantores and Cantamus - Choral Classics
An exuberant celebration of sacred choral masterpieces including Rheinberger’s magnificent Mass for Double Choir.
Now 30!
Featuring favourites from:
Phantom of the Opera, The Sound of Music, The Mamas & The Papas, City of Stars, Joseph and The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat.
Take That - Rule the World
In their 15th year of touring, ‘Rule the World’ have been recognised as the number 1 Take That tribute act in the world.
Autumn Market
Zoom Events’ Cirencester Autumn Market returns in October 2026. An eclectic mix of stalls with groceries, crafts and street food comes to the Ancient Market Place. Join us for a special gathering with a blend of retail therapy, entertainment and 'alfresco' dining.
Film - Cotswold Field and Work
Voices of the land, lives of the people. Looking at a year in the life of the Cotswolds, following those who care for and look after our landscape.
Film - Pressure
In the tense 72 hours before D-Day, General Dwight D. Eisenhower and Captain James Stagg face an impossible choice - launch the most dangerous seaborne invasion in history or risk losing the war altogether.
Film - Pressure (with Subtitles)
In the tense 72 hours before D-Day, General Dwight D. Eisenhower and Captain James Stagg face an impossible choice - launch the most dangerous seaborne invasion in history or risk losing the war altogether.
Film - De Gaulle: Resistance
A powerful account of Charles de Gaulle's journey during World War II, from his rise as a military leader to his emergence in French politics between 1940-1945.
Talk - Gloucestershire Paths
A talk by Alan Pilbeam. Doors open at 7 pm for 7:30 pm start at Cirencester Baptist Church.
The Metropolitan Opera: Macbeth
Following past triumphs in many of Verdi’s signature baritone roles, Quinn Kelsey is the Scottish king haunted by the ghosts of his murderous ascent to the throne, opposite Lise Davidsen—the world’s reigning dramatic soprano—as the power-mad Lady Macbeth, whose ruinous ambition damns them both.
Haunted Cirencester Town Tour
A tour around the town exploring some of the haunted stories, urban legends and ghostly happenings associated with some of the historic buildings in Cirencester.
Cirencester History Festival
Annual festival, which is a celebration of local, national and global history.
Cirencester History Festival presents Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment
The Bach Dynasty - From Baroque to the Classical Age, performed by real candlelight
Cotswold Sinfonietta - Autumn Concert
An evening of orchestral music suitable for all the family - including works by: Beethoven, Clarke and Saint-Saens.
Farmers’ Market
From locally brewed beer, pies, chocolate brownies, game poultry, fruit and veg.... you name it, if it's in season and local, it will be at the Cirencester Farmers' Market.
Date: Every 2nd and 4th Saturday of the Month, 9:00am – 2:30pm
Henry Tudor: The Incredible Diaries of Me Family Gallery Trail
Based on the new novel by Danny Wallace and illustrations by Tor Freeman
Diamond Anniversary
Celebrating 60 years of comprehensive education. Open to all ex pupils and staff.
Cirencester in the Civil War - Town Walk
Ian Thomas will lead a walk around the town bringing to life the ‘storming of Cirencester’ in 1643. See where events unfolded and consider the significance of Cirencester in the English Civil War.
Film - Savage House
Set in 18th century England during pox outbreak and Jacobite uprising, Sir Chauncey and Lady Savage blindly pursue a better life. Their pursuit is filled with ironic decadence and bloodshed. A darkly satirical play on class and power.
Roman Cirencester Town Walk
The remains of the ancient Roman town of Corinium lie underneath our feet as we walk around Cirencester.
Royal Opera and Ballet: Manon
In the seedy underbelly of 18th-century Paris, money is king. Nothing is sacred – even love itself can be bought for the right price. A native of this hedonistic underworld, Manon is caught between twin desires when she falls in love with the student Des Grieux. Steadfast and devoted, he offers the possibility of an honourable life. Yet, the riches promised by the world of Parisian society remain tempting
Workshop - Creepy Corinium Cupcakes
Back by popular demand, our Creepy Corinium Cupcakes workshop allows you to make art that you can eat! Create a monster cupcake and hear about some of the monsters in our collections. This is a food-based activity, so please inquire about any allergies. Suitable for age 5 and up.
Votes for Women Town Walk
This charming photograph of Emmeline Pankhurst in Cecily Hill, Cirencester, in 1911 is part of the story of the local fight for the vote for women.
Brunel, Cirencester and the Golden Age of Rail
Brunel, Cirencester and the Golden Age of Rail - Tim Bryan
The Arts Society - Music in Art
A look into the past at musical instruments and how they would have been played.
Seann Walsh - This is Torture
After his sell-out 2023 tour, the UK’s dishevelled king of stand-up, award-winning Seann Walsh returns with a brand-new hour of side-splitting comedy
Brick Builders - Half term holiday club
A fun filled LEGO building session packed with creativity, imagination and lots of bricks !!
Workshop: Spooky pebble painting (ages 7+)
Get creative this Halloween and transform a handful of pebbles into your own collection of spooky characters on this half day workshop to paint a pebble or bug inspired by mandala art.
Grusesome Gargoyles
Join in for a gruesome, glorious, gargoyle gala. You will meet at the Parish Church to investigate the gargoyles and grotesques that grace the building. Once you have your inspiration, you will head back to the museum to create your own gruesome gargoyles!
Georgian Cirencester Town Walk
Cirencester is known as a Roman and medieval town, but what you see in Cirencester town centre today is the result of its Georgian successes.
A Taste of Hops: Pairing Great Beer with Great Food
Put your taste buds to the test at our evening of beer and food matching, while learning about hops production. Sample local organic brews, discover aromas of different hop varieties, enjoy small-plate food pairings and hear from people growing and brewing some of the region’s best beers.
Make your own Cursed Tablet
Learn how to inscribe your own spooky curse tablet just in time for Halloween.
Workshop: Spooky Special (age 8-12)
Get creative in this playful, hands-on workshop inspired by all things spooky!!
Workshop: Parent & Child: Spooky Lino Printing
Get into the Halloween spirit and carve your own spooky lino print in this fun, family-friendly workshop. A great way to get creative together.
Cirencester Wool Walk
“The finest and most expensive wool was the English which came from the Cotswolds and, in particular, from Northleach and the great Abbey lands of Cirencester” Francesco Datini, 15th Century Florentine merchant.
To Be A Pilgrim, Not A Tourist On This Earth an evening with Satish Kumar
We can live on this beautiful Planet Earth, either as tourists, or pilgrims. To be a tourist is to be a consumer, and to be a pilgrim is to be a contributor. Going on a pilgrimage is not simply going to sacred sites. To be a pilgrim is a way of life, a way of consciousness. Living lightly and frugally is one way of being a pilgrim.
Cellar Sessions - Billy & Louis - from The Voice
Monthly Cellar Sessions £10.00 per person
Cirencester Half Marathon
Starting and finishing in the town centre, the route showcases the town’s most recognisable landmarks with runners passing key sights such as the impressive parish church of St John Baptist, the historic Market Place, and scenic green spaces including Abbey Grounds.
Film - Shaun the Sheep: The Beast of Mossy Bottom
On Halloween Eve at Mossy Bottom Farm, excitement turns to dismay when the clumsy Farmer ruins the pumpkin patch. Shaun tries fixing it with science experiments, but things go wrong when a wild beast appears in the woods.
Chedworth Roman Villa - Behind the Scenes.
Join us for an exclusive glimpse behind the scenes at one of Britain's most remarkable Roman sites. These special tours reveal the fascinating work that goes on every day to preserve Chedworth's extraordinary heritage for future generations.
Film - Sense & Sensibility 2026
Left destitute by ruthless family members, two sisters navigate scandal, heartbreak, and strict social etiquette while searching for their perfect romantic matches.
Film - Sense and Sensibility 26 (with subtitles)
Left destitute by ruthless family members, two sisters navigate scandal, heartbreak, and strict social etiquette while searching for their perfect romantic matches.
Film - De Gaulle: Part 2 - Liberte
Charles De Gaulle's journey as a French army officer from 1940 to 1945, tracking his evolution toward a political career.
Money Coaching Course
Staged at Cirencester Baptist Church, the course is run over 3 weeks: 2, 9 and 16 November.
Arts Society Corinium presents 'Day of Special Interest'
A Day of Special Interest includes three lectures and a magnificent lunch, in a large and airy hall
Long Table Lates -Grace Lightman
We’re excited to welcome the wonderful Grace Lightman to The Old Department Store on Thursday 5th November for the next event in our live music series, The Long Table Lates!
Disco Drag Bingo
They're back, darlings! The most incredible Pepper Mills and her lady's companion, Elektra Lux, will be bringing us more fabulous nights of Drag Bingo fun!
Ultimate Coldplay
Since launching in 2017 Ultimate Coldplay have been widely recognised as being the world’s most accurate Coldplay tribute. They are frequently described as the ‘next best thing’ to one the UK’s most famous bands.
Fireworks at Miserden
A family friendly fun evening, helping to raise funds for Miserden School.
Autumn Gala Concert
The City of Bath Male Choir, Celtic Harpist Harriet Earis, Cirencester MVC
A Night of Queen - Killer Rhapsody
For over a decade, Killer Rhapsody have been blowing people’s minds with the hottest and most riveting tribute to Freddie Mercury and Queen.
Cirencester Pubs Town Walk
Join us for a walk around the older parts of Cirencester for a look at some of the public houses and inns of the town.
Tinko - The Witches of Eastwick
With a spellbinding score and a story full of mischief, magic and mayhem, it’s a wickedly entertaining tale of friendship, empowerment and chaos.
Corinium Afternoons: Cirencester 6000 years in 40 minutes
A short tour of the long history: join us for a talk about Cirencester’s History from the Neolithic to the 20th century
Weekly Workshop - Your Opera (16 - 25 year olds)
Weekly workshops. including writing with music weaved in.
Workshop- Christmas Bauble Mandala Painting
This is a adult workshop at the New Brewery Arts
Come Sew With Us - Christmas
Want to learn more about empowering women locally?
Curious about fabrics and the environment?
We teach regular sewing and upskilling classes, sign up for details and join our movement.
Walking Roman Cirencester
Corinium Museum, in collaboration with Cotswold Heritage Walks, is excited to offer a series of historic walking tours.
Cirencester Comedy Club by Funhouse
Join us for a monthly Comedy Night presented by Funhouse, enjoy an evening of top-class entertainment featuring a fantastic line-up of stand-up comedians.
Farmers’ Market
From locally brewed beer, pies, chocolate brownies, game poultry, fruit and veg.... you name it, if it's in season and local, it will be at the Cirencester Farmers' Market.
Date: Every 2nd and 4th Saturday of the Month, 9:00am – 2:30pm
Cirencester Repair Cafe
We can try to mend toys, clothes, small electricals, household items and bikes.
Last item to be submitted at 12 Noon on the day.
Talk - The Bathurst Estate: conservation and sustainability
A talk by Peter Clegg. Doors open at 7 pm for 7:30 pm start at Cirencester Baptist Church.
Help King Penda in "The Battle of Cirencester"
Do you love storywriting, singing, creating, making a noise? come join! This will be your opera.
Workshop - Intermediate Sewing: Classic Overshirt 3 day - (18/11, 25/11 and 02/12)
Workshop with Lauren Holloway
Christmas at the Musicals
Featuring songs from Phantom of the Opera, Sound of Music, Matilda, Home Alone, Wizard of Oz and many more in the ultimate celebration of well-loved songs from stage and screen. Featuring special guests. Suitable for all ages.
Exhibition - Framed and Fired Art
'Framed and Fired' brings together striking paintings and ceramic art featuring the work of local Artist Michaela Norton and local ceramicist Hilary Flexen.
Cor Meibion De Cymru
This is the South Wales Male Voice Choir, whose patron is King Charles III.
Farmers’ Market
From locally brewed beer, pies, chocolate brownies, game poultry, fruit and veg.... you name it, if it's in season and local, it will be at the Cirencester Farmers' Market.
Date: Every 2nd and 4th Saturday of the Month, 9:00am – 2:30pm
Medieval Cirencester Town Walk
Monks, Merchants & Mud! The fleeces of the Cotswold sheep were some of the most sought after in all Medieval Europe, join us to experience Medieval Cirencester.
Festive Fun with Peppa Cinema Experience
Join Peppa Pig and her family at the cinema for a festive big-screen experience as they celebrate Evie’s first Christmas!
Cirencester Eclectic Strings
Programme to include Vivaldi, Mozart and more beautiful classical favourites.
Honk!
Music by George Stiles and Book and Lyrics by Anthony Drewe. Honk! is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International.
Festive Fun with Peppa Cinema Experience
Join Peppa Pig and her family at the cinema for a festive big-screen experience as they celebrate Evie’s first Christmas!
Talk - Wild Men of the North
This talk examines how they stormed the conservative bastions of Canadian art to establish themselves on the international stage of practitioners of distinctive avant-garde.
South Cerney Players - 'Allo 'Allo 2
An unmissable opportunity to be part of a vibrant, community-driven production. This play is based on the original BBC TV series written by Jeremy Lloyd and David Croft
Talk - The Work of the MOD Detectives - Alexia Clark
Cirencester Archaeological and Historical Society Talk
Weekly Workshop - Your Opera
From 26 September, all ages can join the weekly workshops. These include writing with music weaved in.
Help King Penda in "The Battle of Cirencester"
Do you love storywriting, singing, creating, making a noise? come join! This will be your opera.
Workshop - Festive Wreath Making
Festive Buffet, Arrival drink,
Professional florist masterclass
Evening Lecture: Wilderlands: The human history of wild Britain
For millennia, humans reshaped Britain. We burned the wildwood and repurposed the land for farming.
Workshop - Christmas Wreath Making
Workshop with Hollie Ann Oxley, including Prosecco and nibbles.
Advent Market & Light Switch-on
Join us for the 2026 Advent Market & Light Switch-On. Christmas in Cirencester starts here! With lots of exciting things to make it a really memorable occasion for all the family.
Coates Christmas Fair
Find your perfect Christmas gift, Ceramics, knitted items, cards and other stalls. Refreshments and tombola.
The event is staged in aid of Cobalt.
Cirencester Pubs Town Walk
Join us for a walk around the older parts of Cirencester for a look at some of the public houses and inns of the town.
Help King Penda in "The Battle of Cirencester"
Do you love storywriting, singing, creating, making a noise? come join! This will be your opera.
Help King Penda in "The Battle of Cirencester"
Do you love storywriting, singing, creating, making a noise? come join! This will be your opera.
Workshop - Sea Glass Silver Jewellery
In this workshop Fiona will teach you the fundamentals of silver jewellery making. You will learn how to saw, solder, file, hammer, hand-stamp and finish your own sterling silver jewellery.
Workshop - Make your Own Silver Earrings
You'll begin by exploring ideas for your earrings and developing a design that is personal to you. Whether you want to create simple silver studs, playful shapes or a pair of statement drop earrings, Charlotte will help you consider what's possible and choose the right techniques to bring your ideas to life.
Workshop - Christmas Bauble Mandala Painting
You'll begin by learning the fundamentals of dot painting, with demonstrations and time to practise the techniques before starting on your bauble. Explore how to create different-sized dots and build them into repeating patterns and mandala-inspired designs.
Winter Concert with Churchdown Male Voice Choir
Enjoy a memorable evening of beautiful live music at Longfield’s Winter concert.
Cirencester Christmas Tree Festival 2026
Musical Events, Calm at Christmas Evening, Christmas Tree Trail
Help King Penda in "The Battle of Cirencester"
Do you love storywriting, singing, creating, making a noise? come join! This will be your opera.
Workshop - Kiln Fired Christmas Enamelling
Discover the ancient craft of enamelling as you learn to transform copper into colourful, glass-like festive decorations that will bring sparkle to your Christmas tree year after year. Through demonstrations and one-to-one guidance, Katie will introduce the core techniques of kiln-fired enamelling, making this an enjoyable workshop for beginners and those looking to develop their skills.
Roman Cirencester Town Walk
The remains of the ancient Roman town of Corinium lie underneath our feet as we walk around Cirencester.
Farmers’ Market
From locally brewed beer, pies, chocolate brownies, game poultry, fruit and veg.... you name it, if it's in season and local, it will be at the Cirencester Farmers' Market.
Date: Every 2nd and 4th Saturday of the Month, 9:00am – 2:30pm
Cirencester Repair Cafe
We can try to mend toys, clothes, small electricals, household items and bikes.
Workshop - Art and Craft Holiday Club: Festive Fun (8-12 years)
In this workshop you will make your own beautiful and colourful Christmas tree toppers to take home, exploring a range of fun and accessible arts and crafts along the way.
Medieval Cirencester Town Walk
Monks, Merchants & Mud! The fleeces of the Cotswold sheep were some of the most sought after in all Medieval Europe, join us to experience Medieval Cirencester.
Workshop - Art and Craft Holiday Club: Festive Fun (8-12 years)
In this workshop you will make your own beautiful and colourful Christmas tree toppers to take home, exploring a range of fun and accessible arts and crafts along the way.
James Phelgan - The Man who was Magic
Dare to believe in magic as the UK's #1 magic show returns with a completely new and uplifting production for 2025.
You're invited to a night of wonder, as secrets unravel and the impossible becomes possible.
Lunch with Santa
Small gift from Santa, please advise the child’s age and gender at the time of reservation.
Talk - Cirencester's Alms Houses
A talk by Meg Blumson. Hosted by Cirencester Civic Society.
Help King Penda in "The Battle of Cirencester"
Do you love storywriting, singing, creating, making a noise? come join! This will be your opera.
The Michael Buble Experience
Includes a three course Christmas set menu. The Michael Buble Experience brings you an authentic and breathtaking tribute show.
Farmers’ Market
From locally brewed beer, pies, chocolate brownies, game poultry, fruit and veg.... you name it, if it's in season and local, it will be at the Cirencester Farmers' Market.
Date: Every 2nd and 4th Saturday of the Month, 9:00am – 2:30pm
Stories with Santa
Celebrate Christmas with a visit to the Corinium Museum where the family can meet Santa. Santa will share some special festive stories before handing out gifts to the children
Stories with Santa
Celebrate Christmas with a visit to the Corinium Museum where the family can meet Santa. Santa will share some special festive stories before handing out gifts to the children
Santa's Best Ever Christmas
Join Santa & friends on a magical festive adventure to find out why this Christmas will be the best one yet.
Workshop - Snowflake Mosaic
Join us for a morning of mosaic making. During this morning workshop, and inspired by the season, you will create mosaic snowflake to take home
Workshop - Create a Seasons Mosaic
Children will learn about our mosaic and some of the common themes in Seasons mosaics across Roman Britain
Cirencester Comedy Club by Funhouse
Join us for a monthly Comedy Night presented by Funhouse, enjoy an evening of top-class entertainment featuring a fantastic line-up of stand-up comedians.
Cirencester Repair Cafe
We can try to mend toys, clothes, small electricals, household items and bikes.
Last item to be submitted at 12 Noon.
Walking Roman Cirencester
Corinium Museum, in collaboration with Cotswold Heritage Walks, is excited to offer a series of historic walking tours.
Talk - Embroidered with Woodbine and Eglantine: Elizabethan Textile Furnishing
Textiles provided the interiors of Elizabethan aristocratic houses with colour glamour texture and symbolism
Walking Roman Cirencester
Corinium Museum, in collaboration with Cotswold Heritage Walks, is excited to offer a series of historic walking tours.
Walking Roman Cirencester
Corinium Museum, in collaboration with Cotswold Heritage Walks, is excited to offer a series of historic walking tours.
Cirencester Repair Cafe
We can try to mend toys, clothes, small electricals, household items and bikes.
Last item to be submitted at 12 Noon.
Talk - Influences in Photography
Charlie Waite refers to Ansel Adams and other artists and photographers who have inspired him and shaped his landscape photography work
Talk - In Search of Caractacus: Great King of Britain - Dr Miles Russell FSA
Cirencester Archaeological and Historical Society Talk
Cirencester Repair Cafe
Find your perfect Christmas gift, Ceramics, knitted items, cards and other stalls. Refreshments and tombola.
The event is staged in aid of Cobalt.
Talk - Durer: The Italian & Northern Renaissance - the relationship between Italian art, Durer and the Northern Artists.
The lecture charts the rise of the precocious youth that was Albrecht Durer and will explore his early life and works.
Talk - Principles of Field Archaeology and the Poole Project - Phil Trim
Cirencester Archaeological and Historical Society talk
Talk - Hiroshige and his influence
An introduction the the art of Utagawa Hiroshige, focusing on his innovative landscapes, use of colour and space.
Talk - 'hen hentes he be healme' The Symbolic Significance of Medieval Armour- Robert W Jones Phd FRHistS
Cirencester Archaeological and Historical Society talk
Talk - Tolkein and the Cotswolds - the shaping of Middle Earth - Andy Meller
Cirencester Archaeological and Historical Society Talk
Bowie by Moonage
Join us for an unforgettable night as we pay tribute to the legend, David Bowie.
Moonage brings you the best of Bowie's iconic music, live and in person.
Mop Fair
The Cirencester Mop Fairs will be held in the town centre streets and Market Place on Monday 5th & Monday 12th October from 12pm to 10pm, maintaining the historic Charter held by the Nichols family, that ensures the fairs can be held in the town each year.