What's On and Things To Do Around Berkshire

The Orangery at Shaw House will be transformed into a sculpture trail where you can discover artworks by local sculptors in this lovely historic setting.

A new exhibition of inspiring artworks in the South Pavilion. Booking Not Needed.

Celebrate the royal wedding with our family trail through the fields and meadows of Runnymede. A trail through the historic meadows of Runnymede exploring the wives of King Henry’s throughout history. Booking Not Needed. Dogs on leads welcome.

The Fascination of Colour, Surface and Pattern. An exhibition of paintings by Katie Tattersdill. www.katietattersdill.com This is part of the Art in the Foyer Season at New Era Theatre, in conjunction with Open Studios 2018 (West Berkshire and North Hampshire).

Patron Saints: Collecting Stanley Spencer is a revealing new exhibition at the renowned Stanley Spencer Gallery in Cookham – Spencer’s spiritual home and major source of inspiration.

A Neighbourhood Watch Meeting is being held on Monday 21 May 2018 at 7.30 pm in West Berkshire Council Offices, Market Street, Newbury. We shall be having a talk by a representative of CitizenAid on public immediate actions for multiple casualties from a shooting, stabbing or a bomb.

Peace + whenyoung. Artists performing: Peace.: Tickets avaiable.

PACT information events are informal opportunities to find out about PACT (an outstanding voluntary adoption agency) and the adoption process. You will also hear from one of our adopters about their experience and you will be able to speak with one of our senior social workers and ask any questions you may have.

Ride. Artists performing: Ride.

Come & see our 10 wolves including Arctic, European/ North Western wolves. Photography platform area overlooking the wolves enclosure & waterfall pond. Guided tours & talks during the day & watch the wolves being fed at 2pm. Ask the experts about wolves & listen to them howling.

Dr David Peacock is a former teacher of politics and history at Padworth College, and also gives evening classes on local history at Newbury College and Reading University. He is Chairman of the Newbury Society. What’s in a name?

Stephen Dale Petit’s playing style was described by Classic Rock Magazine as containing “The fire of Freddie King, the instinct of Jimmy Page and the soul of Eric Clapton”. It moved former Rolling Stone Mick Taylor to comment: “He’s got his own unique take on contemporary blues".

A new version by Tom Wentworth Originally created by Jenny Wren Productions 1828, Edinburgh. Two Williams, William Burke and William Hare, discover a money making scheme far more lucrative than hosting lodgers. The first rule of business? Supply and demand.

’Abundance of Colour’. Inside find vibrant abstract and figurative paintings in oils, watercolours and mixed media by two different artists, Isobel Pigott and Roberta Tetzner. Outside in the garden are Malcolm West’s figurative sculptures.

After terrifying the life out of audiences for six years with the ’Zombie Shopping Mall Experience’, the the undead threat has finally been purged, but following the nuclear annihilation of the UK, something even more horrific has emerged!

With a BAFTA Nomination as TV Entertainer Of The Year and Gold Award recipient from The British Academy of Composers, he turned his back on show biz for his first love of music and live performance. 4,000 live shows, 62 British tours, 14 books, 3 stage plays, 32 albums and nearly 4 million YouTube visits says it all.

Fri 25 May | Progress Theatre, Reading | 7:30pm | £16.00 (£14.00 concessions) plus maximum 5% booking fee from www.

Find out more about the parkland that surrounds Basildon Park mansion from our knowledgaeable team of volunteers and rangers a they take you on a guided walk of the park. Join our volunteers and rangers for a walk around Basildon Park.

Our Spring Fair & Charity Auction will take place with the following programme: 11.00 am - U-11 Fancy Dress Competition 11.30 am - Auction 11.30 am - Light lunches will be available. For the Auction Catalogue & bidding details go to: www.stmarksmaidenhead.org.uk/2018%20news1.

A family trail to find out about famous leaders from US history, many of whom are commemorated on American banknotes today. Complete a trail around the Runnymede landscape and receive a small prize. Trail sheets available at 50p from the Magna Carta tea-room. Booking Not Needed.

Unite against cancer with Women V Cancer Ride the Night 2018, the UK’s only charity night cycle ride for women. The event takes place on a choice of Saturdays 5 May and 26 May 2018 to raise vital funds to support women’s cancer charities.

BANK HOLIDAY FAMILY FUN ON THE RIVER Agree with Ratty from Wind in the Willows that there’s “nothing half so much worth doing as simply messing about in boats?” Then head down to the Sonning Regatta over the second May Bank Holiday.

Parkland garden accessed via adjacent retail nursery. Set around C18 house (not open), home to Queen Wilhelmina of Netherlands in WW2. Large lawn with ha-ha and woodland walks. Notable trees incl historic cedars and araucaria. March brings an abundance of daffodils and in May a 60 metre wall of wisteria.

Why are slugs and snails so slimy? Can you really cut, bounce or stretch slime? Come and find out in our sticky, gooey live science show! This entertaining and interactive show also has exciting demonstrations and experiments. Tickets for the show can be purchased from reception on the day.

Aldworth’s WEEKLY community-run village market is in our NEW village hall. Lots of fresh and local produce with locally grown plants & cut flowers in season, homemade cakes, preserves and occasional crafts plus a warm and friendly welcome and refreshments. "Traidcraft" (Fairtrade) groceries always in stock.

Nestled neatly in the stunning grounds of Highclere Castle, the Highclere Country Show is all set to arrive over 27th and 28th May 2018 bringing a score of new features and a fantastic line up that has something for everyone.

The Sonning Scarecrow trail returns this year set in the heart of the this picturesque Village. This is a most popular fun day out for all the family.

Parkland garden accessed via adjacent retail nursery. Set around C18 house (not open), home to Queen Wilhelmina of Netherlands in WW2. Large lawn with ha-ha and woodland walks. Notable trees incl historic cedars and araucaria. March brings an abundance of daffodils and in May a 60 metre wall of wisteria.

Join one of our Rangers and ramble across Cock Marsh discovering the wildflowers and the history beneath your feet. Come and take a wander across Cock Marsh with one of our Rangers. Learn about the historical features and the wildflowers that call Cock Marsh home. Booking Essential. Phone: 0344 249 1895.

Massive, established, busy, popular event. Late start Car Boot. Sellers: set up from 10am. Cars £14, Small size vans from £17. All size vans welcome and Older vans as this Car Boot is not in new emission zone. Buyers: £2 up to 12 noon. From 12 noon = £1. Kids under 12 go free. website: www.giantcarboot.co.

This much loved 2 acre garden is full of fascinating colour combinations inspired by the artist owner, with many spectacular herbaceous borders filled with rare and unusual plants. Pots with half hardies, a wild garden with orchids surrounding a pond, banks of rhododendrons and a kitchen garden.

The biggest family fun day of the year returns on bank holiday Monday! What better way to spend your bank holiday Monday than with all your nearest and dearest at our Family Fun Day Spectacular offering 7 exciting races for the adults to enjoy, a giant soft play for the tiny tots, a host of free entertainment and...

High-energy actors, colourful puppets, amazing characters and fantastic songs combine to create AnimAlphabet The Musical. A brand new family musical unlike any other.

This traditional fete takes place in Yattendon village square and the tithe barn with lots of interesting craft stalls, a nearly new stall and the popular Bric-a-brac stall offering an array of desirable items. Refreshments include a hog roast and barbeque, pimms stall and local ales.

A children’s concert introducing the instruments with bite-sized music, lively presentation, and plenty of chances for fidgety feet to get up and dance to the music. It’s the perfect friendly setting to explore music and rhythm.

Celebrate the life and legacy of this famous American president on the 101st anniversary of his birth. Who was John F. Kennedy and why do we have a memorial to him at Runnymede' Come along and find out on this memorial walk led by our expert guide. Booking Essential. Phone: 0344 2491895.

* MAY HALF TERM* Make a Superhero Bear Workshop Date: Tuesday 29th May 2018 Time: 10:00 am - 1:00 pm Age: 4-9yrs (drop off) Location: Eddie Catz Newbury Phone: 020 3475 5268 and press ‘3’ Price: £14 - £16 Enquire herePrint this page Come along as you choose, stuff, fluff and adopt your very own cuddly teddy

MAY HALF TERM* Royal Cupcake Decorating & Afternoon Tea Party Date: Wednesday 30th May 2018 Time: 10:00 am - 1:00 pm Age: 4-9yrs (drop off) Location: Eddie Catz Newbury Phone: 020 3475 5268 and press ‘3’ Price: £14 - £16 Enquire herePrint this page Join us to decorate some scrumptious cupcakes fit for a Royal

Location Thames Valley Park (TVP1&2), 300 Thames Valley Park Drive, Thames Valley Park, Earley, Reading, RG6 1PT Dates 30th May – 3rd June 2018 The images featured in this exhibition have all sought to experiment with the viewpoint in order to present us with new and unexpected

Spear of Destiny. Artists performing: Spear of Destiny.: Tickets avaiable.

10am – 3.30pm Tremendous Trees Using the trees in the grounds of Shaw House as inspiration, make and decorate a wooden tree using Deco pens and a variety of craft materials. There will also be a new free tree-themed trail! & Tree Trek at Shaw House 10.30am – 3.

“If you like music and guitars you will LOVE this show!” Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton, Hank Marvin, Brian May and Slash are just some of the outstanding guitar heroes you will have chance to experience in one amazing show!

Presented by Norwich Puppet Theatre House and cafe open 10am, performance 2pm There was once a girl so small that she could float on a lily pad and ride on the back of a dragonfly.

Hailed as ‘just magical’ by the late great Sir Terry Wogan, Emma Stevens is the surfer chick singer/songwriter who’s taken the UK by storm with her distinctive fusion of country/pop.

Make your own Civil War soldier out of a wooden peg, felt pieces, wool, chenille stems and other craft materials. This event is to tie-in with the re-enactment by English Civil War Society of the First Battle of Newbury, Newbury I, at the end of this month; please see the listing on this event.

Why not treat yourself to afternoon tea in the Elizabethan splendor of Shaw House. Afternoon tea includes a selection of Fair Trade tea, finger sandwiches , a scone with clotted cream and locally produced jam and a generous slice of homemade Victoria sponge and fruit cake.

Pick up a trail from Visitor Reception to discover what bugs can be found throughout the house. Follow a trail map through the house to learn more about the big bugs the conservation team works daily to fight. Booking Not Needed. Suitable for children of all ages. Assistance Dogs only are welcome.

Annual Summer Market in the beautiful Manor Courtyard, RG18 0TD, with over 30 fabulous stalls including Food (Noi’s Thai Kitchen), Drink (Two Cocks Brewery, Tutt’s Clump Cider), plants, home furnishings, arts & crafts, pottery, COME AND MEET THE ALPACAS, fashion and jewellery, vintage, shabby chic, FUN FOR KIDS,

The Windsor route takes in the stunning grounds of the Royal Windsor Racecourse, and is in the perfect setting for Race for Life. The perfectly flat, two-lap course on a mixture of tarmac and grass travels between the Racetrack and the River Thames, before looping back to the Racecourse front lawn.

The 72nd Traditional Village Fair to be held on the village Green in Holyport. These years theme is Sapphire and Coronation to celebrate the Queen’s coronation 65 years ago.

Pop Up Play Village is for children who love to role play! This is a special Peppa Pig play session! There will be a Peppa Pig Toy Shop, Café, Vets, Baby Nursery and Construction Site. There will be a cafe selling drinks and snacks during each play session. There will also be a Peppa Pig hunt with a prize!

Two contrasting gardens in the beautiful Thameside village of Cookham, within ½m of the Stanley Spencer Gallery. 2 Bellevue Cottages showcases innovative use of limited space.

The Windsor route takes in the stunning grounds of the Royal Windsor Racecourse, and is in the perfect setting for Race for Life. The perfectly flat course on a mixture of tarmac and grass travels between the Racetrack and the River Thames, before looping back to the Racecourse front lawn.

Come and join us for a celebration of summer in the beautiful grounds of South Hill Park. In the first weekend of June enjoy good food, performances from local and regional musicians, children’s activities and a variety of craft stalls to browse - entertainment for all of the family!

The Boutique Room is a monthly event. It is held at the Pangbourne Village Hall every 1st Saturday of every month from 10am - 3pm. There is a complete range of ’Off the Rails’ clothing on one side of the hall - lovely, unusual ladies’ clothes by Jenny Gill.

A friendly twice monthly market, showcasing fantastic local food and drink, directly from the producers. You’ll find fresh seasonal fruit and vegetables, high welfare meat, fish and eggs, delicious baked goods, cheese, fudge and more.

Pete Allen, described as Britain’s most exciting clarinet player and awarded with an Honorary Citizen of New Orleans for his services to music, presents his Hot Five for a great afternoon of traditional happy style jazz, featuring Dave Moorwood (Guitar/Banjo) , Dave Hanratty (Bass), James Clemas (Piano) and Richie

10 acres of organic garden with formal and natural planting set in Thames Valley with views across Chiltern Hills. Formal lawn and pond, herbaceous borders, vegetable plots, fruit cage, large greenhouse, wild flower meadow, young woodland, paddock with small coppices and layed hedges.

This year Swallowfield is offering nine gardens to visit. A number are in the village itself, others are nearby, so there is a mix of walking to some, with those in different directions needing a car or bicycle to reach them comfortably.

We are busy raising money for a local Baby Memorial Garden to be implemented within London Road Cemetery in Thatcham, Berkshire Please come along and join us at our Summer Fair. we have lots of stalls, plus teas, coffees and most importantly CAKE. We would love to see you there x

The Pretty Muddy Windsor route takes in the stunning grounds of the Royal Windsor Racecourse, and is in the perfect setting for Race for Life. The perfectly flat course on a mixture of tarmac and grass travels between the Racetrack and the River Thames, before looping back to the Racecourse front lawn.

Sunday June 3rd at Reading Station for free rides on preserved buses to mark 50 years since the end of trolleybus operation. Buses will follow original routes from 10.00 am. Star attraction expected to be - if all goes well - a preserved Reading trolleybus from Sandtoft museum.

Come and grab a bargain at our New to You Sale! Items include clothes, books, DVDs, household items, bric-a-brac, children’s toys, kitchenware and much more. Hot and cold refreshments available all morning. All money raised goes directly to the center to care for the rescue animals.

Sunday afternoon jazz with the fantastic Mike Miller Trio and lovely food and drink. The trio features the beautiful jazz guitar playing of Mike Miller, accompanied by Lawrie Wright double bass and Nick Monnas drums. Together they create a great atmosphere. Not to be missed!

The Dublin Legends (Formerly The Dubliners) Live after racing! The Dublin Legends will be playing all the classic hits known by the world over; Whiskey in The Jar, Dirty Old Town, The Wild Rover, Seven Drunken Nights, The Rare Auld Times, Molly Malone, The Irish Rover, Black Velvet Band & many more!

The private royal garden at Frogmore House on the Crown Estate at Windsor. This landscaped garden set in 30 acres with notable trees, lawns, flowering shrubs and C18 lake, is rich in history.

My Inlaws Are Outlaws - comedy play written by Devon Williamson Annie discovers that her in laws are outlaws.... and her mother in law has hired a mad group of assassins to kill her !!! How will Annie , a mild mannered librarian, outwit the best of the Italian, Russian and Irish contract killers.

Former teacher, John Brearley, is a popular and charismatic speaker on Local History topics across Berkshire. Accompanied by slides and music, John will talk about the Civil War and the Commonwealth period through to the restoration of the monarchy.

Join Blaze, the museum dragon, and listen to a short action poem about him followed by other activities including a simple craft linked to the treasure Blaze has found that day. FREE session tickets are available from 10am on the day – it is first come, first served basis as places are limited.

Skids. Artists performing: The Skids.: Tickets avaiable.

Experience the house in the evening light with the House Manager, with champagne and canaps being served in the garden room. We’re opening the doors to guests every Thursday evening in June and July.

Joseph Morpurgo presents his masterpiece: a boundary-smashing, 9-hour adaption of Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein. Or is it?

Now the bunting is down, we can enjoy another night of Comedy in Windsor, with these four international lovelies: Scottish comedian and impressionist, Geoff Boyz, is well & truly established on the UK comedy circuit, and is in demand as a headliner all over the country.

Bach to Baby is the critically acclaimed classical concert series for babies, toddlers and their carers. Tots dance, roam about and revel in the wonder of live music, while you take a moment out of your busy day to hear top notch performances by outstanding musicians, with your young babes in tow.

An eclectic mix of live music played by talented young musicians in the Garden at The Bull, the famous Streatley landmark pub mentioned in Three Men in a Boat. Acts include: Tom MT, Totie Southwell, Ben Adams and Jodie Anderson.

Annual Summer Fete for League of Friends of the Royal Berkshire Hospital Attracts a few thousand people and in the past over 100 stalls. from tombola to charity, gardening to cakes, food stalls, inflatables and games. Throughout the afternoon there will be a dog show and many different arena events.

Come along to Beech Hill at 7.30 pm on Saturday 9th June to be delighted by a variety of much-loved songs about flowers and the countryside. "You can "tiptoe through the tulips" but "don’t sit under the apple tree" in our "English country garden"!

Papagena is an outstanding acappella female vocal group. No props, microphones or gimmicks, just live stunning voices presenting a musical cocktail of folk, medieval, classical and contemporary music from around the world.

Windsor and Eton Brewery hosts a unique comedy club. Live in the factory walls. Line up for 4 up and coming circuit comics. June 9th Joe Jacobs Esther Manito Lew Fitz Mad Ron Proper beer, proper comedy. Doors at 7.00pm Comedy starts at 8.

Traditional village Fete with a beer tent, arena events with a circus theme and stalls for all the family. Food outlets and a dog show are featured along with live music.

A traditional village fete with many attractions for children of all ages. Good varied food. Hog Roast , burgers, sausages, filled potatoes. Tea tent, bar tent a band animal attractions, a clown in residence. The prices are kept low to provide a good family day out at affordable rates.

Remarkable ½ acre hillside garden. Infinity lawn at front with far-reaching views over the North Wessex Downs and Chilterns, and back garden (created by removing 3000 tonnes of chalk) planted in cottage style with an element of formality.

A rare chance to visit a group of central College gardens surrounded by historic school buildings, including Luxmoore’s garden on a small island in the Thames reached across two attractive bridges.

Open air theatre on the meadows at Runnymede as part of the Arts Council England ’Suffrage in Egham’ project. Egham Museum invites you to discover the lives of ordinary Egham residents at an extraordinary time, over 100 years ago.

Large garden surrounding listed house (not open) in the heart of Chieveley village. Attractive setting with fine views over stud farm. Walled garden containing lovely borders, shrubs and rose garden, evolving every year. Box parterre filled with alliums, white geraniums and lavender.

7 acres in beautiful setting with views of South Berkshire Downs and historical Combe Gibbet, across lawn with ha-ha and parkland. C18 Queen Anne House (not open). Formal borders, lily pond garden and terraces laid out by Harold Peto. Reflecting pond with fountain, lake, walled garden and contemporary sculptures.

Community Arts Charity ACE Space is putting on a one-day family friendly mini-festival at historic Shaw House. Two stages will feature a selection of the best ACE Space musicians and comedians, finishing off with a performance by Rhythm and Blues band Chris Jagger and The Kronies from 6.

After our previous very successful “Boules in the Square” tournaments, this year, our 6th year, continues to gain popularity. It is a great opportunity for Newbury area based businesses, charities and community groups to build team work while having a fun day in a competitive spirit with friends and colleagues.

Open Garden Day in aid of Cancer Research UK The Reading Group for Cancer Research UK are delighted to invite you to our Open Garden Day with Musical Entertainment on Sunday 10th June 2.00 - 5.00 pm at the Harris Garden, at the University of Reading.

LAUNCH NIGHT AT THE FUZZY BEAR WINDSOR! We are super excited about our new monthly Live Band venue in the heart of Royal Windsor.

On a gentle hillside with lovely countryside views, the Old Rectory offers a peaceful setting for this pretty 2 acre garden. Enjoy strolling through the formal and walled gardens, herbaceous borders, pleached lime walk and wild flower meadow (some slopes).

Frankenstein Presented by SISATA Written by John Foster Directed by Charmaine K Parkin Caversham Court Gardens, Reading Set in a dystopian future, the human race is slowly becoming extinct.

Here at Royal Windsor Racecourse, we’re extremely optimistic and always like to look on the bright cider life! We enjoy nothing better than relaxing with a cool refreshing glass of cider. That?

Enjoy a summer’s evening of soul, jazz, blues and swing music with a favourite local band in this lovely riverside setting.

The views from the top of Streatley Hill across the Goring Gap provide the inspiration for this workshop with photographers Bernard Novell and David Brown. ?Bring your own camera (any sort), tripods optional, but not essential. You will receive constructive instruction and criticism during and after the workshop.

Claires Court is a private day school educating children from 3 to 18 years on three sites across Maidenhead.

Set in 10 acres with wonderful views over parkland. A wide variety of different areas to enjoy such as a walled garden, many spring bulbs, inspirational herbaceous borders and rose beds. Walks to the lake and through the meadow.

Presented by The Goring Gap Players to mark the 100 year anniversary of Votes for Women. Devised and Directed by Chris Bertrand who describes the evening as: "An occasionally irreverent and entertaining look at the suffragette movement with authentic words of the men and women involved as well as comic...

Proper Beer, Proper Comedy. Comedy in the Brewery. Leighton Buzzard Brewering Co opens it’s doors to it’s unique comedy club. Live on the factory floor. Presenting: Adam Riley Caroine Mabey Joe Jacobs Valerio Miconi This event regularly sells out so it is recommended to book in advance.

Approx 10 acre exceptionally fine traditional English garden. Rose garden (redesigned 2017), herbaceous garden, pond garden, herb garden, fruit, vegetable and cutting garden, and glasshouses. Many specimen trees and fine shrubs, orchard and terraces. Garden mostly designed by Arabella Lennox-Boyd.

A searing drama of love and revenge, set in New York’s Italian-American immigrant community in the 1950’s . Longshoreman Eddie Carbone is devoted to his wife, Beatrice, and to their niece Catherine.

?The production will be directed by New British Music Theatre Award nominee, Anna Pool, critically acclaimed for her bold and fierily original directing style.

The views from the top of Streatley Hill across the Goring Gap provide the inspiration for this workshop with photographers Bernard Novell and David Brown. Bring your own camera (any sort), tripods optional, but not essential. You will receive constructive instruction and criticism during and after the workshop.

Come & enjoy a fabulous summer musical evening with the "High Voltage Singers" and "Work in Progress" group. Proceeds to our much needed "2020 Vision" building fund.

This year’s event has everything one would hope for from a typical Village Fete. A BBQ will be running all day, the bar will be serving real ales from Marlow’s Rebellion Brewery, plus lagers, wine, Pimms & soft drinks.

All day entertainment which may include birds of prey, working dogs, children’s entertainment as well as arts, crafts, gifts and food marquees.

Celebrate the anniversary of this symbolic event. Join us for this two day event featuring an activities stall and free talks on The Jurors installation throughout the day. Guided walks around the meadows (free) will start from 11am. Booking Not Needed. Supervised children are welcome. Dogs on leads welcome.

The location of the 1976 film ’The Eagle Has Landed’ is an apt venue for Mapledurham at War Re enactors from all over the country will converge on the beautiful Mapledurham Estate to set up camp as if it were during World War 2 for the entire weekend.

We’re delighted to introduce the extremely funny and talented 2016 Funny Women Award winner Harriet Braine. She’ll give you a course in art history (no prior reading required, all materials provided) presented as an hour of funny songs about the great and good of the art world.

An attractive ¼ acre family garden with a contemporary feel that has been lovingly developed by the owner over the last 12 yrs. The beautifully planted mixed borders are filled with a wide variety of shrubs, perennials, grasses and bulbs.

This event is a Church fund raising morning with many different stalls selling: books, stationery, bric-a-brac, cakes etc. Raffles with prizes during the morning. Come along and enjoy coffee with us. This is a lovely sociable morning where you can meet up with friends, and also make new friends.

Science Oxford presents a dramatic storytelling experience inspired by the Great Fire of London, where the narrative is accompanied by live fire demonstrations that explore the science of heat, flame and combustion. A flaming great show combining science and history.

A delightful two acre garden set around a Grade II listed former rectory (not open), with an emphasis on naturalistic planting. Romantic wisteria and clematis covered pergola, reflecting pond with folly, rich variety of roses, vegetable and cutting garden. Orangery with vines. Pond with cascade and duck house.

A plantswoman’s 4 acres, more exuberant than manicured with River Enborne flowing through. Various areas of shrub and mixed borders create a romantic, naturalistic effect. Wonderful old walled garden. Long herbaceous border flanks wild flower meadow.

PACT information events are informal opportunities to find out about PACT (an outstanding voluntary adoption agency) and the adoption process. You will also hear from one of our adopters about their experience and you will be able to speak with one of our senior social workers and ask any questions you may have.

This exciting valley garden, a work in progress, has elements all visitors can enjoy. A rose covered pergola, fabulous tulips, giant alliums, and a recently developed ’jungle garden’ with banana plants and canas.

Join Strictly Come Dancing favourites; Aljaz Skorjanec & Janette Manrara, Giovanni Pernice & Oti Mabuse, Anton Du Beke, Erin Boag, British National & World Ballroom Champions Warren & Kristi Boyce plus Argentine Tango stars Leandro Palou & Maria Tsiatsiani Situated in picturesque Old Windsor is the historic

The choir is delighted to be joined on this anniversary occasion by the celebrated Enfield Citadel Band of the Salvation Army for an evening of music suitable for the whole family.

Join us at our annual food festival celebrating all things gluten free. The event is FREE and everyone is welcome. This year marks our 50th Anniversary of working with our gluten free community, helping you shop, cook and eat with confidence.

Join Trinity Concert Band in Reading for their "Midsummer Music" concert, celebrating the summer solstice! As well as containing major works by Nigel Hess (The Lochnagar Suite) and Frank Ticheli (An American Elegy), Trinity Concert Band’s summer concert highlights its talented players.

Explore our historic woodland and find out more on a two hour walk with our Ranger and learn about its trees, history and the nature around. Booking Essential. Phone: 01793 762209. Dogs on leads welcome.

Jazz Evening with Clive Fortune Big Band : In aid of Save the Children The Save the Children Kennet Branch Jazz Evening returns on Saturday 23rd of June 2018.

7 very different and beautiful gardens of all shapes and sizes will be open between 2-6pm. Delicious tea and homemade cakes at the church, art exhibition at one of the gardens and scarecrow trail. Tickets available on the day from the church just 7 pounds to visit all the gardens. In aid of St Mary’s Church.

The pretty Berkshire village of Yattendon will be full of vintage cars, classic motorcycles, WW2 military trucks and other interesting vehicles on Sunday 24th June. We will have vintage stalls and vintage style teas in the village hall, plus vintage and other stalls in the display field.

FREE event - try your hand at a range of activities and sports! Enjoy the fun fair, take a wander between the avenue of stallholders including local businesses and charities and enjoy a range of refreshments. Parking is free. Highlights of the day will include the Hi-5 Fun Run, Thatcham Rotary Car Show and Dog Show.

Public Image Ltd - The Public Image Is Rotten Tour. Artists performing: Public Image Ltd.: Tickets avaiable.

Special offer - 2 for 1 on any seat any day! Simply call the box office – 07904428555 and quote ’Juggler’ to receive the deal. Circus Vegas arrives in the UK for its first full British tour.

Four great comedians take to the stage for our final show of the first season. Sunjai Arif, Matthew Baylis, Darren Mortibiy and headline Jay Handley, with MC Graeme Coulam, and a short open-spot from Tara Newton-Wordsworth

Sham 69 - Original 1977 Line Up. Artists performing: Sham 69.: Tickets avaiable.

**NEARLY NEW SELLER STALLS GOING FAST!** **BUSINESS STALLS ARE FULLY BOOKED** SHOP WITH US and SAVE A FORTUNE! Over 20 sellers (Mums & Dads) selling excellent quality nearly new and new baby & children’s items from birth to 8 years all under one roof! GREAT BRANDS selling at bargain prices.

Gentleman’s Day at Royal Windsor Racecourse is Day One of the Best of British Festival. Summer is finally here and so is the weekend! Come and enjoy the ever popular Gentlemen’s Day for a very Stylish Saturday!

Windsor and Eton Rotary,s biggest Charity Event of the year ,held in Windsors Prestige "Alexandra Gardens" on the riverside and in the shadow of Windsor Castle. It opens at 11am until 4.30ish. ENTRY IS FREE. and on foot only ( no onsite parking for visitors but plenty of local car parking.

Joan Dils is currently President of the History of Reading Society, a Vice-President of the Berkshire Local History Association and an Honorary Visiting Fellow in History at the University of Reading.

Fun singing afternoon for female voices led by local music teacher & choir director Suzanne Newman. We will be singing a medley of songs from movies including Shrek, Enchanted, Twilight, Slumdog Millionaire and Sister Act arranged for 2-part choir.Open to anyone who loves singing!

Cancer Research UK take over the Art Cafe The Reading Group for Cancer Research UK group are delighted to have been given the chance to run the Art Café in Whitchurch on Saturday 30th June 10:00am – 12.30pm. Please do pop in to enjoy a cup of tea/coffee with a delicious slice of homemade cake.

Bi-monthly music gig. Next event - 30th June DOUBLE HEADER!! HEATHER JAYNE & THE RED SHOES plus SASKIA GRIFFITHS-MOORE Our usual format is a support and main act, but this time we are bringing back two of our previous support groups to share the bill with longer sets each.

A 5k suitable for all abilities - or up the challenge and take part in a Race for Life 10k! HOW TO ENTER: Online via the Race For Life Website below. Women of any age welcome. Girls up to age 15 and boys up to age 12 when accompanied by an adult. This is thousands of women uniting with one purpose.

NEW For 2018! A Family Fun Day with a twist! As well as 7 races for the adults to enjoy, there will be a HUGE Free Funfair for the kids. As all of this entertainment on the day is FREE, the kids can ride and play as much as they like.

Classic English country garden of about 2 acres surrounding Regency Gothic former rectory (not open). Tranquil views over parkland, croquet lawn, large walled garden incl formal topiary, roses and unusual perennials, Mediterranean pool garden, wildflower meadow and fruit garden.

A Family day out, and FREE ENTRY FOR PEDESTRIANS Have a walk with a T-Rex Dinosaur!!!!! Truck Demo,s, come and meet the character Display Truck TNT Academy demo’s throughout the day. Static display of Raptors. Hovercraft Rides.

Pete Allen, described as Britain’s most exciting clarinet player and awarded with an Honorary Citizen of New Orleans for his services to music, presents his Reeds ’n’ Rhythm for a great afternoon of traditional happy style jazz, featuring Dave Hanratty (Bass), James Clemas (Piano), Dave Moorwood (Guitar/Banjo) and

This is a 5k suitable for all abilities. This is thousands of women uniting with one purpose. Walk, jog or run. Raise valuable funds for research. THIS IS BEATING CANCER. 10k is a great step up from our 5k events. Up the challenge and take part in a Race for Life 10k event. Walk, jog or run.

What better way to end our 3 day festival than with Monday Night Racing on the banks of the River Thames? After 7 competitive races, you can dance the night away to "The greatest Jazz & Funk Session in town!" with W3 Sessions!

After the huge success of ‘Dance is Life’ in 2017, Giovanni is once again set to get your hearts beating a little faster, showcasing a story of love and passion, with even more heat, even more energy, and even more drama than ever before!

Join Blaze, the museum dragon, and listen to a short action poem about him followed by other activities including a simple craft linked to the treasure Blaze has found that day. FREE session tickets are available from 10am on the day – it is first come, first served basis as places are limited.

4 acres of formal and informal gardens within a stud farm, so great roses! Small lake with Monet style bridge and 3 further water features. Several neo-classical follies and statues. Walled garden with windows cut in to admire the views and horses. Woodland walk and enough hanging baskets to decorate a pub!

the Junior and Middle Youth Group perform this classic Disney Tale

4 acres of formal and informal gardens within a stud farm, so great roses! Small lake with Monet style bridge and 3 further water features. Several neo-classical follies and statues. Walled garden with windows cut in to admire the views and horses. Woodland walk and enough hanging baskets to decorate a pub!

Celebrate National Meadows Day with us on Runnymede’s famous fields. Wildflower meadows are the important feature of the British landscapes. Come and celebrate the beauty of the magnificent meadows of Runnymede as part of the National Meadows Day.

Spectacular, contemporary walled garden set in 4 acres, designed by Pascal Cribier with influence of Mondrian and planted in blues and yellows, interspersed with vegetables. Unique red and green ’tramline’ garden. Red courtyard picking garden and new walled sedum and cactus garden.

Lovely allotments and small town garden in the centre of Newbury. You are welcome to visit the allotments on our 120 plot site with the opportunity to talk to some of the plot holders about their methods. A variety of fruit, vegetables and flowers to see, some in greenhouses and polytunnels.

This 5 acre garden encompasses a lake naturally fed by springs. A circular walk from formal beds near the house, leads along a woodland path, crossing a weir to wild flowers and specimen trees.

Described as ’a real gem’, the Harris Garden, in the Whiteknights campus of Reading University, is a 12 acre haven of peace and tranquillity. Planting provides yr-round interest, including notable trees, stream, pond, herbaceous borders and walled physic garden.

It?s GIN O?CLOCK at Royal Windsor Racecourse and that means it?s time to get your gin on and all come together for the love of gin! Royal Windsor Racecourse will bring you the finest of gins to provide a GinLicious Festival.

A new exhibition of inspiring artworks in the South Pavilion. Booking Not Needed.

Speed Dating in Newbury How speed dating in Newbury works By simply arriving at venue for the Speed Dating in Newbury event, you will be greeted by our friendly professional hosts. They will settle you in by briefly explaining the format of the evening and confirm how many people you will be dating.

In a beautiful country house setting, this exceptional ½ acre walled garden was created from scratch in 2008. Designed by Robin Templar-Williams, the different rooms have distinct themes and colour schemes. Delightful arched clematis and rose walkway.

Come & see our 10 wolves including Arctic, European/ North Western wolves. Photography platform area overlooking the wolves enclosure & waterfall pond. Guided tours & talks during the day & watch the wolves being fed at 2pm. Ask the experts about wolves & listen to them howling.

When Stella sets off to visit London with her parents, Lord and Lady Saxby, she has no idea her life is in danger! Waking up three months later, only her Aunt Alberta can tell Stella what has happened.

Senior Youth Group perform Return to the Forbidden planet

Find out more about the parkland that surrounds Basildon Park mansion from our knowledgaeable team of volunteers and rangers a they take you on a guided walk of the park. Join our volunteers and rangers for a walk around Basildon Park.

The Alter Eagles are delighted to bring their two hour-plus tribute to one of the greatest bands of all time to the Whitty Theatre for the very first time.

Arcane Roots. Artists performing: Arcane Roots.: Tickets avaiable.

Pretty Muddy® is a muddy obstacle course that women of any ability can climb over, crawl under, and charge through. Pretty Muddy® isn’t like any other fundraising event. It’s a muddy obstacle course that women of any ability can climb over, crawl under, and charge through. However dirty you get.

By popular request The Simon Lasky Quartet featuring vocalist Nina Ferro will return to St Andrews for our Summer Concert.

Race for Life Pretty Muddy is our brilliant 5k muddy obstacle course. Scramble over the A-frame. Crawl through the mud pit. Have fun with your friends. And raise valuable funds for BEATING CANCER. This year we are thrilled to be opening this exciting event up to the children too!

This is a 5k suitable for all abilities. This is thousands of women uniting with one purpose. Walk, jog or run. Raise valuable funds for research. THIS IS BEATING CANCER. 10k is a great step up from our 5k events. Up the challenge and take part in a Race for Life 10k event. Walk, jog or run.

A 5k suitable for all abilities - or up the challenge and take part in a Race for Life 10k! HOW TO ENTER: Online via the Race For Life Website -see below. Women of any age welcome. Girls up to age 15 and boys up to age 12 when accompanied by an adult. This is thousands of women uniting with one purpose.

Small urban gardeners’ garden with mature tree fern walkway and many unusual hostas. Overflowing herbaceous borders. The vertical garden is now mature. There is a new stumpery with many interesting ferns. A lavender bed surrounds a new pergola.

A 4 acre, C18 cottage garden. 1½ acre walled garden with yr-round interest and colour. Well stocked herbaceous borders, large productive vegetable areas with herb garden, dahlia and cutting flower beds. Enjoy wandering around the garden, with spontaneous singing from a Barber’s Shop Quartet.

Just picture it. Royal Windsor Racecourse is taking you back to Havana in the 1920s. Expect an atmosphere alive with energy, colour, flavour and non-stop fun! Cuban Night returns to Royal Windsor Racecourse with live music after racing from Los Cabrones!

This Is The Kit. Artists performing: This Is The Kit.: Tickets avaiable.

Art group And Now: will be coming to Basildon Park this summer to bring to visitors an outdoor event unlike any other. Combining installation with live music and performance this week-long event is sure to set Basildon Park on fire.

Choir concert - varied programme of popular songs and one or two less familiar ones.

The church will be transformed into a commemorative garden designed to provide information and contemplation to mark the end of World War One.

Delftware, also known as Delft Blue, is the charming variety of blue and white ceramic pottery originating from Delft in the Netherlands, with many of the classic tile designs dating from the 16th century.

An "I-Spy" style self-guided trail along the Thames. Suitable for all ages. In summer, Runnymede and Ankerwycke comes alive with all sorts of interesting creatures. Follow our trail and see what you can spot. Booking Not Needed. Families are welcome. Dogs on leads welcome.

Are you a superhero? Come and find out all about the science behind superpowers like invisibility and super strength! This entertaining and interactive live science show also has exciting demonstrations and experiments. Tickets for the show can be purchased from reception on the day. Suitable for children age 5+.

This is the third year of the show, there are lots of stalls and arena events for all the family. In the evening from 5.45pm there is music where you can bring your own picnic and sit and relax. entrance is free of charge and lots of car parking available

A spectacular finale for the Wayfaring installation created by And Now: this summer at Basildon Park. Join us on this special Saturday evening as fire, live music and performance transforms the Wayfaring installation. Booking is essential for this event. Booking Essential. Phone: 0845 5218 21.

Join us for our annual Open Day on 21st July where there will be lots for all of the family to enjoy. We will be joined by Lenny’s Lizards with a variety of reptiles with them for you to see and handle, as well as others who will be doing demonstrations.

Great day out for the whole family. Free entry. BBQ and refreshments, cakes, inflatables, reptiles, Dr Who Daleks, Tombola, Raffle, games, face painting, crafts, stalls, DJ, live music. Stay all day, parking and toulet facilities

Las Vegas is known as the Entertainment Capital of the World. But this summer?s Monday evening, the bright lights of Vegas are coming to Royal Windsor Racecourse! You can enjoy an action-packed night of racing, casinos and the world’s No1. Elvis tribute act performing LIVE after racing!

10am – 3.30pm Ruffing it with the Elizabethans Make a bejewelled Elizabethan ruff, a large collar worn around the neck by fashionable Tudors, out of card, gems and other craft materials. & Make a mini Tudor knot garden With Growing2gether 10.30am – 3.

In a series of immaculately tended garden rooms, incl herbaceous borders, arboretum, secret garden, roses, vegetables and bog garden, there is an explosion of rare and interesting plants, beautifully combined for colour and texture.

Iron Age coins – out of air-drying clay and gold paint make an Iron Age coin with a picture of a stylised horse or a design of your own, using as inspiration the Iron Age gold coins in the museum. A free archaeology-themed trail will also be available.

Listen to a talk on wolves and their vocalisations. Learn why they howl followed by a howling session (the wolves just might howl back at you.)You will also get the opportunity to view all ten wolves.

Rapture Gaming Festival. Artists performing: Rapture Gaming Festival.: Tickets avaiable.

Why not treat yourself to afternoon tea in the Elizabethan splendor of Shaw House. Afternoon tea includes a selection of Fair Trade tea, finger sandwiches , a scone with clotted cream and locally produced jam and a generous slice of homemade Victoria sponge and fruit cake.

Car Boot Sale in aid of Christian Aid. There will also be refreshments on sale. Please contact Gary on 07546 380630 to reserve a pitch.

Find out about the links between Magna Carta, Runnymede and the suffragettes. As the birthplace of Magna Carta, Runnymede is synonymous with freedom. Discover how artists have explored and expressed this concept across our historic landscape.

10 acres of dynamic gardens which have been developed over the last 6 yrs to include magnificent mixed borders and a series of contrasting yew hedged rooms, hosting flame borders, a cool garden, a pond garden and new stumpery.

The most glamorous night of the year returns to Royal Windsor Racecourse on Monday 30th July, bigger and better than before! Arrive by boat and pop a prosecco or two for a really special night out! Ladies, you can rule the world!

Pick up a trail from Visitor Reception to discover what bugs can be found throughout the house. Follow a trail map through the house to learn more about the big bugs the conservation team works daily to fight. Booking Not Needed. Suitable for children of all ages. Assistance Dogs only are welcome.

Join our Rangers in the school holidays for a Bug Hunt around Ashdown Woods and see what you will discover. Booking Essential. Phone: 01793 762209. Dogs on leads welcome.

Marvellous masks Make a Tudor character mask on a wooden stick from a variety of craft materials. There will be a free Tudor-themed activity trail available too.

10am-3pm, drop-in Roman bracelets – make a bejewelled roman bracelet in the shape a coiled serpent out of a craft roll, gold paint, gems and other craft materials. Then go and see the Roman objects in the permanent exhibition.

Why not treat yourself to afternoon tea in the Elizabethan splendor of Shaw House. Afternoon tea includes a selection of Fair Trade tea, finger sandwiches , a scone with clotted cream and locally produced jam and a generous slice of homemade Victoria sponge and fruit cake.

Freakangel / Neonsol + Nature of Wires + 1 More TBA Beat:Cancer Summer Tour - READING: Tickets avaiable.

A breathtaking garden set over an acre, which benefits from panoramic views of Watership Down. Surprises await, ranging from traditional herbaceous borders through desert and prairie planting, an enchanted knot garden, formal potager to exuberant and exotic subtropical schemes; featuring bananas, cannas, hedychiums...

Highclere Castle Battle Proms Concert: Tickets avaiable.

Come and grab a bargain at our New to You Sale! Items include clothes, books, DVDs, household items, bric-a-brac, children’s toys, kitchenware and much more. Hot and cold refreshments available all morning. All money raised goes directly to the center to care for the rescue animals.

This much loved 2 acre garden is full of fascinating colour combinations inspired by the artist owner, with many spectacular herbaceous borders filled with rare and unusual plants. Pots with half hardies, a wild garden with orchids surrounding a pond, banks of rhododendrons and a kitchen garden.

Rock at the races is one of the most established events at Royal Windsor Racecourse. Would you like to add some Madness to your Monday? IS THIS THE REAL LIFE? IS THIS JUST FANTASY? This is very much real; here at Royal Windsor Racecourse, we know how to Rock ’N’ Roll.

Join King John for a free family history talk featuring Magna Carta and Runnymede. Listen to King John’s sensational stories in the magnificent meadows that made him infamous. Suitable for children aged 5 and up. Booking Not Needed. Supervised children welcome. Dogs on leads welcome.

10am – 3.30pm Costumed courtiers Make a Tudor lady or gentleman fit for the Elizabethan court, from a craft roll, polystyrene ball, fabric, Deco pens and other craft materials. & Make a mini Tudor knot garden With Growing2gether 10.

Roman lamps – make a Roman oil lamp out of air-drying clay. You can then go and find the real thing on display in the museum.

Why not treat yourself to afternoon tea in the Elizabethan splendor of Shaw House. Afternoon tea includes a selection of Fair Trade tea, finger sandwiches , a scone with clotted cream and locally produced jam and a generous slice of homemade Victoria sponge and fruit cake.

An opportunity to have a tour of the Trust & see the wolves, wolf photography & howling sessions. A presentation will then be made by an expert on the life of bats in the UK followed by a tour around the nesting boxes positioned at the Trust to see long eared bats flying.

Sightings of colourful dragonflies and damselflies can offer a magical experience, so come along and discover their wonderful world. Join us on a guided walk with one of our rangers to witness the fascinating lives of the dragonflies and damselflies that thrive in the meadows here at Runnymede and Langham Ponds.

Join us for an evening of competitive racing and Prosecco by the banks of the River Thames. Let’s face it, Summer & Prosecco is a perfect combination. What could be better than bringing the two together for a Festival based around a hot summer’s day and a variety of Prosecco based beverages?

Immersion Theatre invite you to soar away to Neverland as they proudly bring their trademark energy to their most magical musical to date, PETER PAN.

Glorious gardens Make a collage of a Tudor garden on a panel or canvas using a variety of craft materials. There will be a free Tudor-themed activity trail available too.

Ceramic coasters –with porcelain pens personalise your ceramic tile coaster, using as inspiration a Victorian sampler from our collection. Find out about 19th century in the permanent exhibition.

Why not treat yourself to afternoon tea in the Elizabethan splendor of Shaw House. Afternoon tea includes a selection of Fair Trade tea, finger sandwiches , a scone with clotted cream and locally produced jam and a generous slice of homemade Victoria sponge and fruit cake.

Made in the Hood in Hampshire Open Studios Exhibition of art, ceramics, sculpture, textiles and photography by members of local art collective Made in the Hood, in the delightful setting of National Trust Sandham Memorial Chapel. Free entry to Hampshire Open Studios exhibition rooms.

Two interesting town gardens, both completely different, and lovely local allotments. Devonia is a plantsman’s garden designed for all seasons with areas showcasing different conditions. 10 Shaftesbury Close is a woodland garden, planted to reflect the challenges that pine trees offer.

A Neighbourhood Watch Meeting is being held on Monday 20 August 2018 at 7.30 pm in West Berkshire Council Offices, Market Street, Newbury. We shall be having a talk by Berkshire Lowland Search & Rescue who help the Police search for high risk vulnerable missing persons.

10am – 3.30pm Terrific tygs Make a Tudor tyg, a many handled sharing cup, from air-drying clay. Dress for mess! Disposable aprons will be made available for the messier activities. & Make a mini Tudor knot garden With Growing2gether 10.

Explore our historic woodland and find out more on a two hour walk with our Ranger and learn about its trees, history and the nature around. Booking Essential. Phone: 01793 762209. Dogs on leads welcome.

Beautiful birds – decorate a wooden bird with Deco pens and patterned paper and then varnish (decoupage) as the Victorians would have done. Finally, attach a piece of ribbon for a gorgeous hanging decoration.

Why not treat yourself to afternoon tea in the Elizabethan splendor of Shaw House. Afternoon tea includes a selection of Fair Trade tea, finger sandwiches , a scone with clotted cream and locally produced jam and a generous slice of homemade Victoria sponge and fruit cake.

Reading Festival 2018. Artists performing: Fall Out Boy, Kendrick Lamar, Kings of Leon, Post Malone, Wolf Alice, Nothing But Thieves, Annie Mac, Mist, Underoath, Hudson Taylor, Dream Wife, Ms Banks, Belly, Fredo , Panic At the Disco, Dua Lipa, Sum 41, Sigrid, Netsky, Wretch 32, Papa Roach, Playboi Carti, The Magic...

Kaiser Chiefs - Live After Racing. Artists performing: Kaiser Chiefs.: Tickets avaiable.

Come and join us for some traditional summer fun! From face painting to hook-a-duck, with some small local businesses and a raffle of some fantastic prizes there’s plenty to keep the whole family entertained. And of course the bar’s open!

Deep in the beautiful Northumbrian countryside a terrifying mystery and a legendary nemesis await the arrival of the world’s greatest detective. When the wife of Doctor Watson suddenly disappears, a desperate quest to find her begins.

This exciting valley garden, a work in progress, has elements all visitors can enjoy. A rose covered pergola, fabulous tulips, giant alliums, and a recently developed ’jungle garden’ with banana plants and canas.

Robin Hood and his band of merry men are feared by the richest of the land as they travel through Sherwood Forest stealing from the rich to give to the poor.

Deep and gently flowing, colour themed borders planted for yr-round interest with a wide range of attractive grasses and perennials. Other features incl a box parterre, wildlife pond, rose terrace and wild areas in a 2 acre plot.

A delightful two acre garden set around a Grade II listed former rectory (not open), with an emphasis on naturalistic planting. Romantic wisteria and clematis covered pergola, reflecting pond with folly, rich variety of roses, vegetable and cutting garden. Orangery with vines. Pond with cascade and duck house.

Electric Six. Artists performing: Electric Six.: Tickets avaiable.

Royal roses Make a stained glass window-effect Tudor Rose design using coloured cellophane and tissue paper.

Thatcham Town Council’s free family event, Fun on the Broadway is back on Thursday 30th August between 10am and 3pm. Many of the Town Centre businesses are embracing the event and will be hosting their own activities on their premises.

Pattern printing – using as inspiration the museum’s Arts & Crafts copper jug by Elizabeth Waterhouse, make your own nature-inspired stamp to print on fabric.

Why not treat yourself to afternoon tea in the Elizabethan splendor of Shaw House. Afternoon tea includes a selection of Fair Trade tea, finger sandwiches , a scone with clotted cream and locally produced jam and a generous slice of homemade Victoria sponge and fruit cake.

All the needs of your special day under one roof. Cars, Cakes, Menswear, Bridalwear, Photographers, Entertainment, Jewellery, Hair & Make Up, Stationery and much much more... Venue show rounds available on request.

Put on your boots and hats and get ready for a jam-packed afternoon with all things country. Join us and celebrate the British Summertime at Windsor’s Country Fair.

St Laurence’s Church, Grade I listed, oldest building in Slough. Claims to fame: grave of Sir William Herschel who discovered Uranus. Other family graves of interest. Newly restored painted Chancel arches dating 1180; stain glass windows including Kempe.

Thrills and spills as individual soapboxes are driven down the hill to see who can complete the course in the fastest time using gravity, as no engines are allowed! Entry fee: £100 per Senior team (18+) £50 Junior Team (12 – 17 years old) Entry forms available from: soapbox@royalberkshire.nhs.

All the needs of your special day under one roof. Cars, Cakes, Menswear, Bridalwear, Photographers, Entertainment, Jewellery, Hair & Make Up, Stationery and much much more... Venue show rounds available on request.

Toddlers are always welcome at The Look Out, with plenty for them to explore and enjoy, but on our Toddler Days we have extra activities for children up to 5 years old. Come and enjoy our fun crafts, story-telling sessions and face/hand painting.

Join us in the Great Hall for introductory talks about the history of the House at 11.30am, 12.30, 1.30pm, 2.30pm and visitors will be able to self navigate their way through the rest of the House. No need to book, just drop in. Free. www.heritageopendays.org.

This bubbling and explosive show is not to be missed! Can we make water disappear? Can we make a fire balloon? Come and find out in our live science show - it’s a GAS! Tickets for this entertaining and interactive show can be purchased from reception on the day of your visit. Suitable for children age 5+.

Now in its 11th year, this popular and well-organised community event aims to provide a free, fun day out with something for everyone.

A fun singing afternoon for female voices led by local music teacher and choir director Suzanne Newman. We will be working on a great medley of songs by music theatre composer Stephen Schwartz arranged for 2-part choir. £10 which includes music and refreshments.

Hayseed Dixie. Artists performing: Hayseed Dixie.: Tickets avaiable.

Diva Opera presents in aid of Action Medical Research and Child Bereavement UK THE ABDUCTION FROM THE SERAGLIO’ W A Mozart Sunday 16th September 2018 at 6.00pm ‘ DIE F LEDERMA U S ’ J Strauss Saturday 22nd September 2017 at 6.

4 acre designer’s garden with many areas of interest. Features incl two lovely long borders attractively and densely planted in six colour sections, a formal rose garden, old orchard with a grass meadow, pretty pond and peaceful wooded area.

One of Berkshires largest wedding fairs, fashion show 1pm. All the needs of your special day under one roof. Cars, Cakes, Menswear, Bridalwear, Photographers, Entertainment, Jewellery, Hair & Make Up, Stationery and much much more... Venue show rounds available on request.

Presented here is a unique opportunity to hear a comprehensive selection of chart hits America’s biggest pop band ever recorded including: God Only Knows - Good Vibrations - I Get Around - Surfin’ USA - Fun Fun Fun - California Girls - Sloop John B and many more that you will surely know and by the end of the evening

TENORS Un LIMITED is proud to present their newest touring show. Throughout 2018 the guys will tour UK theatres and concert halls performing works from their previous albums and tours as well as new repertoire. This concert series combines the rich vocal harmonies for which Tenors Un Limited are known.

All the needs of your special day under one roof. Cars, Cakes, Menswear, Bridalwear, Photographers, Entertainment, Jewellery, Hair & Make Up, Stationery and much much more... Unique barn venue.

Claires Court is a private day school educating children from 3 to 18 years on three sites across Maidenhead.

Now in its second year, the Ufton Cycle Sportive is a charity bike ride aimed at all ages and abilities and takes in some of the most stunning scenery that West Berkshire has to offer. This year, the Ufton Sportive will be starting from the exclusive Englefield Estate.

Join in Reading’s unique celebration of home grown and local food. With a delicious free meal, live music, workshops, community groups, family fun and local producers’ market.

All the needs of your special day under one roof. Cars, Cakes, Menswear, Bridalwear, Photographers, Entertainment, Jewellery, Hair & Make Up, Stationery and much much more... Venue show rounds available on request.

Join Blaze, the museum dragon, and listen to a short action poem about him followed by other activities including a simple craft linked to the treasure Blaze has found that day. FREE session tickets are available from 10am on the day – it is first come, first served basis as places are limited.

Sirus + Special Guests & Cosmic vs Re-Riveted Afterparty Beat:Cancer Winter Tour - READING: Tickets avaiable.

Ultimate Bowie. Artists performing: Ultimate Bowie.: Tickets avaiable.

Thatcham Festival is a showcase of the range of activities that are available in our town and the talents of Thatcham residents. Whether you are interested in sport, music, dance, theatre, history, craft or gardening, you will almost certainly find something to interest you.

Come and grab a bargain at our New to You Sale! Items include clothes, books, DVDs, household items, bric-a-brac, children’s toys, kitchenware and much more. Hot and cold refreshments available all morning. All money raised goes directly to the center to care for the rescue animals.

Did someone say Oktoberfest? Wunderbar! You?ve come to the right place. Join us to celebrate the German Heritage with Windsor?s biggest ever Oktoberfest! Experience a real Oktoberfest atmosphere with plenty Biers, Bratwursts and Brass Bands!

Glasvegas. Artists performing: Glasvegas.: Tickets avaiable.

All the needs of your special day under one roof. Cars, Cakes, Menswear, Bridalwear, Photographers, Entertainment, Jewellery, Hair & Make Up, Stationery and much much more... Venue show rounds available on request.

All the needs of your special day under one roof. Cars, Cakes, Menswear, Bridalwear, Photographers, Entertainment, Jewellery, Hair & Make Up, Stationery and much much more...

Purchase direct from the very best artists and craftmakers in the UK

Why not treat yourself to afternoon tea in the Elizabethan splendor of Shaw House. Afternoon tea includes a selection of Fair Trade tea, finger sandwiches , a scone with clotted cream and locally produced jam and a generous slice of homemade Victoria sponge and fruit cake.

Ultimate Bowie. Artists performing: Ultimate Bowie.: Tickets avaiable.

This year’s Red Bull Timelaps will take place when the clocks go back on October 27th-28th, and will see riders once again push themselves to their physical and mental limits by tackling the 6.6km closed circuit for a whopping 25 hours.

Back to Burgundy (Ce qui nous lie) (2017) A film by Cédric Klapisch. Jean left his family’s home and vineyard years ago to see the world. Learning of his father’s imminent death, he returns and renites with his sister Juliette and brother Jérémie.

All the needs of your special day under one roof. Cars, Cakes, Menswear, Bridalwear, Photographers, Entertainment, Jewellery, Hair & Make Up, Stationery and much much more... Venue show rounds available on request. One of Berkshires largest wedding fairs with over 50 wedding suppliers attending!

Join Blaze, the museum dragon, and listen to a short action poem about him followed by other activities including a simple craft linked to the treasure Blaze has found that day. FREE session tickets are available from 10am on the day – it is first come, first served basis as places are limited.

You can enjoy browsing, sampling and buying in time for the upcoming Festive Season throughout this long weekend – with everything from Food & Drink, Arts, Crafts and Gifts together with Home and Lifestyle marquees as well as outside trade stands. Fully catered & with a licensed bar

A wide range of Christmas and seasonal goodies including art, craft, design, food and drink.

In the mad rush of Christmas - why not come to St Mary Magdalen on Saturday 24 Nov and reflect as you look through a exhibition of Nativity scenes around the church.

Thérèse Desqueyroux (2012) A film by Claude Miller, based on the 1927 novel by François Mauriac. The director’s final film stars Audrey Tautou as the eponymous Thérèse, a woman of culture and intelligence, who enters an arranged marriage in 1920s France.

The Carnival is a FREE community event held in the town centre with entertainment for all the family. The event attracts many thousands of visitors from Wokingham Borough and others who travel from all over Berkshire and the surrounding counties.

A Neighbourhood Watch Meeting is being held on Monday 26 November 2018 at 7.30 pm in West Berkshire Council Offices, Market Street, Newbury. We shall be having a talk by Toby Green of Trading Standards and crime updates from the Police and Fire Service. Anyone is welcome to attend this meeting.

The Family Values Tribute Tour 2018 Feat. Hybrid Theory / Korn Again / Stiff Bizkit. Artists performing: Korn Again (Korn Tribute), Stiff Bizkit , Hybrid Theory.: Tickets avaiable.

Genesis Visible Touch. Artists performing: Genesis Visible Touch.: Tickets avaiable.

An evening of entertainment which finishes with the town’s Christmas lights being turned on. Meet Santa, see the donkeys, enjoy the numerous charity stalls. Hot food and drinks available. Competitions including a treasure hunt around the local shops and businesses.

Bad Manners - Christmas Tour 2018. Artists performing: BAD MANNERS.: Tickets avaiable.

Celebrate Christmas at St Mary’s Church with this service including musical performances and carol singing. Service starts at 4pm but arrive in good time to find a seat. Refreshments are served after the service. A collection will be held for Thatcham Town Mayor’s Charitable Fund.

Alexander O'Neal. Artists performing: Alexander O'Neal.: Tickets avaiable.

From The Jam All Mod Cons 40th Anniversary Tour. Artists performing: From The Jam.: Tickets avaiable.

Oye Santana + Special Guests. Artists performing: Oye Santana.: Tickets avaiable.

The Sex Pistols Experience. Artists performing: The Sex Pistols Experience.: Tickets avaiable.

AC/DC UK. Artists performing: AC/DC UK.: Tickets avaiable.

SOUTHERN COUNTIES CAT SHOW 2018 Everything for the cat lover ,Cat food, Treat , Toys, advice and of course a huge variety of breeds to view. GCCF Championship cat show. Come and see our wonderful show cats!

Guns 2 Roses + Special Guests. Artists performing: Guns 2 Roses.: Tickets avaiable.

MÖTLEY CRÜDE + POIZON. Artists performing: MÖTLEY CRÜDE .: Tickets avaiable.

The Doors Alive. Artists performing: The Doors Alive.: Tickets avaiable.

Novana - Bleach 30th Anniversary. Artists performing: Novana.: Tickets avaiable.