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Wiltshire in Pictures: Shindig and crop circles

Ben Marvell
BBC News, WIltshire
BBC WeatherWatchers/PaniJan Two birds confront each other from opposite sides of a makeshift water bowl in an outdoor setting in Wiltshire.BBC WeatherWatchers/PaniJan
The increasing presence of wildlife as the weather warms is proving a boon for photographers

The week began with Shindig still going strong at its new home at Charlton Park, but it wasn't the only event entertaining people in Wiltshire.

The Chippenham Folk Festival also got the music playing, and the opening of Bowood's walled garden drew in the crowds.

Christian Aid volunteers were out and about raising money for good causes, and a mysterious crop circle appeared in Sutton Veny.

Here is a selection of images from across the county.

Shindig Festival A young woman with dark hair and wearing a blue outfit DJs at the Shindig festival at Charlton Park in WiltshireShindig Festival
Shindig Festival A group of people dance inside a large marquee at the Shindig festival at Charlton Park in WiltshireShindig Festival

Ready for 2026? The organisers of Shindig, which took place at its new home at Charlton Park at the weekend, say tickets are already on sale for next year as the festival enjoyed a successful Wiltshire debut.

A decorative crop circle is seen from the air in a field in Sutton Veny in Wiltshire. It has a Celtic knot cut into its centre.

Mysterious: A beautifully-cut crop circle has appeared overnight at a farm in Sutton Veny. Visitors from as far afield as Brazil and Finland have been to see the circle, with locals none the wiser as to who's responsible.

Pink rose bushes losing their petals sit against a hedge with a public pathway to the right.

Blooming great: Having opened to the public for the first time in April, Bowood's Walled Garden is coming into its own following the surprisingly warm spring. One of the main beneficiaries is the garden's collection of pink roses, which are now fully in bloom ahead of schedule.

BBC Weather Watchers/Chris and Tam A moody sky with increasingly dark clouds cast shade on a field of rape seed at Liddington Hill in Wiltshire.BBC Weather Watchers/Chris and Tam

Atmospheric: A change in the weather has created some interesting skies, and our Weather Watchers Chris and Tam were in the right place at the right time to snap this threatening-looking cloud over Liddington Hill, near Swindon.

Phil Juggins A group of adults wearing red tabards with the words 'Christian Aid' written on them, while standing in a church. The woman in the middle is holding a cooking pot and a wooden spoon. Phil Juggins

Challenge accepted: Fundraisers from Colerne Parish Church have been going the extra mile during May, raising money for Christian Aid. The church has taken on the charity's 70k in May challenge and organised four walks along different sections of the new Athelstan Pilgrim Way. They've completed three and have one left to complete on the final day of the month.

Four morris dancers wearing brown trousers and yellow braces perform in front of crowds on a high street.

Let's dance: The Chippenham Folk Festival returned to delight the crowds over the bank holiday weekend. The celebration of music, dance and entertainment was held across the town with the Morris dancing proving particularly popular.

Aga Marsden A shop decorated with a large pink bow with blue and pink balloons outlining the shop front. The words "Highworth Emporium" can be seen beneath the bow.Aga Marsden

High praise: One of the county's favourite independent shops has been honoured in the prestigious Greats Gift Retailer Awards 2025. Highworth Emporium was named Best Independent Gift Retailer in the South West at a ceremony last week and the owners celebrated by decorating the shop with a giant pink bow.

A close up image of an orchid flowering in amongst long grass.

Rare appearance: The elusive Burnt-Tip orchid has been sighted in the county, delighting local anthophiles. The orchid, with honey scented flowers, is the county flower of Wiltshire and only appears for a short period between late May and early June.

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