Lions On The Loose

Melksham Lions are very pleased to be able to attend as well as organise a number of events throughout the year, and from time to time we like to get together for a bit of a social too. Here you’ll find a list of dates, events and activities that we have on our calendar; we look forward to seeing you for some of them 🙂

  • Mon
    10
    Feb
    2025
    7:15 pmKings Arms - Meeting Room - Melksham

    The Lions hold their general, one a month meetings here. Second Monday of every month.

    If you would like to find out what we do, how to become a member, then please come along...

  • Mon
    10
    Mar
    2025
    7:15 pmKings Arms - Meeting Room - Melksham

    The Lions hold their general, one a month meetings here. Second Monday of every month.

    If you would like to find out what we do, how to become a member, then please join us....

  • Sun
    06
    Apr
    2025
    Melksham - Assembly Hall

    Our attendance is currently TBC.

  • Mon
    14
    Apr
    2025
    7:00 pmKings Arms - Meeting Room - Melksham

    The Lions hold their general, one a month meetings here. Second Monday of every month.

    If you would like to find out what we do, how to become a member, then please come along and join us...

  • Sat
    19
    Apr
    2025
    10am - 3pmMelksham Market Place (outside the town hall)

    Melksham Lions will be hosting a Easter Trail.

    Costs are a mere £2.50 per entry

    Every returned sheet, will win a prize!!

    Two additional prizes for the most correct answers...

    Also available on the day, a chance to enter the raffle to win the Easter egg hamper or a homemade Easter themed cake!!

    We hope to see you there!!

  • Mon
    21
    Apr
    2025
    Shops & pubs etc in Melksham Town & Surrounding Villages
    It’s that time of year again!!
    Melksham Lions Club bring their Easter Hamper Draw to Melksham.
    £1 per square gives you a chance to win all these Easter Eggs.
    The draw will be made at Easter or whenever all the squares are sold, whichever is sooner.
    You will find these at:
    Weatherspoon's (The Bear)
    The Grapes
    Hair Tec
    Pilot
    Buds
    Conservative Club
    Gonjo's
    Liberal Club
    Market Tavern
    Peddles Coffee Shop
    Foresters Arms
    Glow Hairdressers
    Meads
    Build Base
    Cobblers Bench
    Evie's Cafe
    Garage on the Hill
    Kings Arms
    Leekes
    Melksham Motor Spares
    Melksham Tyres
    Newmans the Butcher
    Pig & Whistle
    Topps Hairdressers
    Total Carpets
    The Bell, Boughton Gifford
    Fox & Hounds, Boughton Gifford
    White Hart, Atworth
    Lowden Garden Centre, Bath Road, Shaw
    Take you pound to one of these places, pick a number, leave a contact number. Once all the squares are filled, we will pick a wining number (at random) and will contact the winner.
    Good Luck....
    All proceeds go to the Free Wheelers & Wiltshire & Bath Air Ambulance.
  • Sat
    26
    Apr
    2025
    7.00am - 12.00pmWiltshire & Bath Air Ambulance Airbase, Semington, BA14 6JX
    We are pleased to say, we will be joining our friends over at Wiltshire and Bath Air Ambulance Charity car boot on Saturday 26th April!
    Bring your pennies along and come grab a bargain or two - it'll be our first one of the year! ☀️
  • Mon
    12
    May
    2025
    7:15 pmKings Arms - Meeting Room - Melksham

    The Lions hold their general, one a month meetings here. Second Monday of every month.

    If you would like to find out what we do, how to become a member, then please join us....

  • Sat
    17
    May
    2025
    12pm - 3pmBroughton Gifford Preschool, The Street, SN12 8PR

    Please pop along, the lions will be there with a stall.  Plenty of fun to be had for the family.

  • Sun
    01
    Jun
    2025
    6am - 1pm Folly Ln W, Chippenham SN15 2LU

    Pop along and say hello 🙂

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    Melksham Lions will be attending this event. More details to follow soon....

  • Mon
    09
    Jun
    2025
    7:15 pmKings Arms - Meeting Room - Melksham

    The Lions hold their general, one a month meetings here. Second Monday of every month.

    If you would like to find out what we do, how to become a member, then please join us....

  • Sun
    22
    Jun
    2025
    12pm - 4pmMeadowbrook, 211, Woodrow Road, Melksham SN12 7RD

    The Lions are proud to be attending the Big lunch in the Meadowbrook field.  The perfect 4 hours of fun and activities for the whole family.

    To take part is free. Available are budget-friendly activities and a filed trail if the mood takes you.  There is a raffle and a big cake to share, face-painting, home-made lemonade and lots more.

    Participants are welcome to bring their own picnic or you have the chance to grab something yummy from the Roc & Floss coffee van.

    From 2pm The Melksham Rock Choir will be entertaining guests.

    Playful Paws and an magician will also be there.... So much to do and see so why not join us....

    www.meadowbrookwiltshire.org

  • Sat
    28
    Jun
    2025
    12.00pm - 16.00pmBowmans Ct, Melksham SN12 7FF

    A lovely event put on by the Community Centre for family fun. Stalls, Bouncy castle, live music, bar & refreshments. Free entry and parking.

    Also The Melksham Carnival team will be there hosting "Bonniest Baby" competition.

    The Lions will also be there with a stall..

  • Sat
    05
    Jul
    2025
    1300 - 2300 White Hart, Atworth

    Music, Magic Show, Face Painting & Much more.... pop along as the Lions will be here.... 🙂

  • Mon
    14
    Jul
    2025
    7:15 pmKings Arms - Meeting Room - Melksham

    The Lions hold their general, one a month meetings here. Second Monday of every month.

    If you would like to find out what we do, how to become a member, then please join us....

  • Mon
    04
    Aug
    2025
    7:15 pmKings Arms - Meeting Room - Melksham

    The Lions hold their general, one a month meetings here. Second Monday of every month.

    If you would like to find out what we do, how to become a member, then please join us....

  • Sat
    09
    Aug
    2025
    1pm - 5pmThe Lye Field, Seend, SN12 6NX

    Family fun for all ages...

    The Melksham Lions will be attending this event with their stall.

    The Seend Summer Fete is a charming celebration of English tradition, offering a fun-filled day out for the whole family! Held annually on the Lye Recreation Field, this classic summer event brings the community together with lively activities, entertainment, and plenty of quintessentially British charm. The picturesque field, along with its welcoming Pavilion, is lovingly owned and maintained by the local community, making it the perfect setting for this much-loved event. From stalls and games to delicious treats and cheerful festivities, the Seend Summer Fete is a wonderful way to enjoy the best of summer in a true village atmosphere.

  • Sun
    10
    Aug
    2025
    Events start at 10.30am Foundation Park, County Ground Lane, Swindon SN1 2FD

    Registration is 9.30am with the events start at 10.30am

    Hosted by the Chippenham Lions, who are looking forward to this annual event and they are delighted to say that this year they have reached their capacity for athletes and had to ‘close the books’.  Good luck to those who have signed up.

    The Melksham Lions look forward to attending this event.

  • Sat
    16
    Aug
    2025
    From noon The Bell on the Common, Broughton Gifford, Melksham

    The lions will have a stall at this annual event. The event opens from 12noon with their first band on at 1pm.

    We look forward to seeing you there....

  • Sun
    24
    Aug
    2025
    6am - 1pmFolly Ln W, Chippenham SN15 2LU

    The Lions will be up and early for this event. Pop along and say hello..........

  • Sat
    30
    Aug
    2025
    Sun
    31
    Aug
    2025
    1000 - 1800 & 1000 - 1500King George V Park, Lowbourne, Melksham

    Entry is FREE!

    After browsing the stalls (including the Lion's) and indulging in some retail therapy, you can relax and enjoy al-fresco locally produced food and drink, whilst listening to the live music and watching the boats on the river.   A great day out.....

  • Mon
    01
    Sep
    2025
    7:15 pmKings Arms - Meeting Room - Melksham

    The Lions hold their monthly meetings here. First Monday of every month.

    If you would like to find out what we do, how to become a member, then please join us....

  • Sat
    27
    Sep
    2025
    Doors open from 7pmMelksham Assembly Hall, SN12 6ES

    Due to unforeseen circumstances this event has been postponed until 2026.

     

     

    We would like to send a big thank you and round of applause to Avon Printing Services, for helping us with our fundraising posters...   https://avonprintingservices.com/

  • Mon
    06
    Oct
    2025
    7:15 pmKings Arms - Meeting Room - Melksham

    The Lions hold their monthly meetings here. First Monday of every month.

    If you would like to find out what we do, how to become a member, then please join us....

  • Wed
    15
    Oct
    2025
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    The Lions meet for laughs, games and food.... A great evening to be had....

  • Mon
    03
    Nov
    2025
    7:15 pmKings Arms - Meeting Room - Melksham

    The Lions hold their monthly meetings here. First Monday of every month.

    If you would like to find out what we do, how to become a member, then please join us....

  • Sat
    15
    Nov
    2025
    10am - 2.30pmMelksham Assembly Hall, SN12 6ES

    The Lions will be attending the tabletop event which will run alongside the Record Fair.

    Free entry – friendly atmosphere – something for everyone!

    Come for the bargains, stay for the beats — browse the Table Top Sale, featuring crafts, collectables and pre-loved items, dig through the vinyl at the Record Fair, and enjoy Melksham’s biggest day of community trading and music!

    We will be bringing some lovely toys and Christmas decorations for you to purchase...

     

  • Sat
    29
    Nov
    2025
    Sun
    30
    Nov
    2025
    10am - 4pm (Sat) 11am - 3pm (Sun)Static at Leekes, Melksham

    29th Nov - 10am - 4pm / 30th Nov - 11am - 3pm

    Santa is looking forward to spending two days at Leekes along with a couple of helpers from the Lions... We will be spreading the Christmas joy to get everyone in the spirit..

     

  • Mon
    01
    Dec
    2025
    7:15 pmKings Arms - Meeting Room - Melksham

    The Lions hold their monthly meetings here. Second Monday of every month.

    If you would like to find out what we do, how to become a member, then please join us....

  • Tue
    02
    Dec
    2025
    6pm - 7.30pmCamomile area, Melksham

    Within the Camomile area, Santa will be also visiting/passing these streets...

    Basil Drive, Corner of Mint Grove and Chervil Road, Chervil Avenue, Bay Gardens and then return to Basil Drive.

    The Lions along with Santa look forward to seeing you all.... ho ho ho

     

     

  • Wed
    03
    Dec
    2025
    6pm - 7.30pmHornchurch, Bowerhill

    Santa will be visiting Hornchurch along with some other streets nearby. Names to be provided soon...

  • Sat
    06
    Dec
    2025
    1pm to 6.30pmChristmas Fair - Assembly Hall, Melksham

    The big light switch on.... Can't wait for this...What a great evening for the entire family.....

    Along with plenty of activities & stalls outside, we will be there, inside the Assembly Hall with a stall full lots of goodies for you to purchase.

    Pop in and say hello....

  • Sun
    07
    Dec
    2025
    10am - 4pm Static at Co-op, Blackmore Road, Melksham

    Santa will be outside Co-op and hope to see you there..... Jingle bells, Jingle bells, Jingle all the way to Co-op, oh what fun it will be to see you all there.......

  • Tue
    09
    Dec
    2025
    6pm - 7.30pmGeorge Ward Estate

    Santa will be visiting the George Ward estate. Street names to be confirmed... Please keep an eye out...

  • Wed
    10
    Dec
    2025
    6pm - 7.30pmRuskin Avenue

    Santa will be visiting Ruskin Avenue, flying by Milton Avenue along through some others.  Street names to be confirmed... Please keep an eye out...

  • Fri
    12
    Dec
    2025
    9am - 5pmStatic at Waitrose, Melksham

    Santa will be outside Waitrose, looking forward to seeing you there.  You may even hear the sleigh bells.....

  • Sat
    13
    Dec
    2025
    Sun
    14
    Dec
    2025
    10am - 4pm Static at Asda, Melksham

    Santa is looking forward to spending two days at Asda. Plenty of Christmas tunes to be played so join in with the fun.....

  • Tue
    16
    Dec
    2025
    6pm - 7.30pmHawthorn Road

    Santa will be visiting Hawthorn Road, plus some others.  Street names to be confirmed... Please keep an eye out...

  • Wed
    17
    Dec
    2025
    6pm - 7.30pmLongford Road

    Within the Longford Road area, Santa will be also visiting/passing these streets...

    Begin at Longford Road, Kenilworth Gardens, Warwick Crescent, Corfe Road, Sarum Avenue, Conway Crescent then return to Longford.

    The Lions along with Santa look forward to seeing you all.... Do you believe???

  • Fri
    19
    Dec
    2025
    9am - 5pm Waitrose, Melksham

    Santa will be taking another trip to Waitrose. Hoping to spread Christmas joy to you all....

  • Sat
    20
    Dec
    2025
    Sun
    21
    Dec
    2025
    10am - 4pm Sainsbury's, Melksham

    Santa is looking forward to spending two days outside Sainsbury's. Pop along and say hello.......

  • Mon
    22
    Dec
    2025
    12pm - 4pmThe Bear (Weatherspoon's) Melksham

    Santa will be outside The Bear, hoping to see you there.... 3 days to go until the big day....How excited are you???

  • Wed
    24
    Dec
    2025
    10am - 3pm Lidl, Melksham

    Santa will be outside Lidl. Looking forward to seeing faces all of a glow with excitement that Christmas is the next day......

     

    Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from the Lions....❄️