It's been quite the month for Chippenham, with a large-scale reenactment of the English Civil War earlier in August, followed by a visit from none other than Florence Nightingale, played by Louise Jordan, last Saturday.
This weekend, visitors flocked to the museum to enjoy Victorian Day.
People were able to play croquet, learn about lacemaking, discover the history of photography and dress up in Victorian clothing, among many other activities.
The free event was part of Chippenham Museum's Victorian Summer of workshops, talks and activities alongside exhibition Kilvert's World.
His diaries give insight into what life was like in the countryside during the Victorian era.
Living History Lucas Pitcher as William Fox Talbot at the Chippenham Victorian Day Photo Trevor Porter 67579 3
Re-enactors Lucas and Izabela Pitcher donned Victorian-era clothes to demonstrate the art of photography and lacemaking.
"Henry Talbot was only just over in Lacock, and his work had huge influence" explained Lucas.
Proud museum staff Claire Selman and Melissa Barnett explained it had been a steady stream of visitors throughout the day, despite the bad weather.
Some had arrived before the museum was even open, out of eagerness to explore the Victorian Day attractions.
The hardy Julia Cook also braved the rain to demonstrate to visitors the history, and current relevance, of croquet.
The Kington Langley croquet club had been prepared to demonstrate the sport in Monkton Park, but had to move to the outdoor area at the museum due to the weather.
"Most people doing it today had never tried it before, it's been really fun seeing their reactions," said Julia.
In his diaries, Francis Kilvert had made several references to croquet in the Chippenham area.
Victorian Day Chippenham Museum Julia Cook explains the rules of Croquet at Chippenham Victorian Day Photo Trevor Porter 67579 5
For example, on May 27, 1870, he wrote: "After dinner at 3, drive to Monkton with Fanny to a croquet and archery party."
2020 marked 150 years since the Rev. Francis Kilvert first began his diaries, now enjoyed across the globe for their enchanting accounts of rural life in Victorian Britain.
Born in Chippenham, Kilvert went on to be curate for his father in Langley Burrell.
The Kilvert’s World exhibition is at Chippenham Museum until October 9.
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