AUGUST 4: THOUSANDS of people are expected to attend the Chippenham Fun Day in John Coles Park on Sunday, August 4.

The free annual event will offer local families an afternoon of games and entertainment provided by the town council.

Clubs, businesses and organisations have joined in to help with setting up the fun event.

"We'll have lots of activities and games for kids, and it will be especially for families who might not be going away on holiday this year," said Emma King, town events and promotions officer.

The Fun Day kicks off at 2pm and closes at 5pm.

The Autumn Travellers Club is running a stall with children's games, Chippenham Highlights is organising a tombola and cake stall, the Rotary Club has planned a lucky dip and the Lions Club is running a teddy bear stall.

The North Wiltshire Model Aircraft Club is holding a throw a glider contest to see who can throw a model glider the furthest.

The park will also host a farm corner and pony and cart rides. A Punch and Judy show and magic show are also on the programme, and walkabout entertainers will be strolling the park in costume. There will be a skittles game and a bouncy castle. Another highlight will be an inflatable assault course

The town council is also organising a raffle, with prizes including a helicopter ride and a £100 travel voucher.