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New Music Tuesday

The line up for our New Music Tuesdays event at The Acoustic Couch, Bracknell on 25th June will feature Armstrong, Vanessa Webb & Andy Mathewson, Grand Old Uke of Dork & Jess Tuthill,

Acoustic Couch

Tue 25 Jun 19

Windsor and Maidenhead Symphony Orchestra family concert

WALTON - Spitfire Prelude and Fugue MOZART - Flute Concerto No 1 SIBELIUS - Karelia Suite COPLAND - El Salón México BERNSTEIN - West Side Story: Symphonic Dances Flute: Jeremy Deeks From Mexico to Finland, from a castle to the streets of New York, through multiple varieties of folk music and dance forms, our

Newbold Church St. Marks Road Binfield

Sun 23 Jun 19

St John’s Chamber Orchestra Summer Concert

Wouter Valvekens (piano) Katie Mazur (violin) Nigel Wilkinson (conductor) Rossini Overture The Thieving Magpie Schumann Piano Concerto in A minor Dvorak Romance for violin, Op.11 Mendelssohn Symphony No.

Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Altwood Road, Maidenhead, Berkshire

Sun 23 Jun 19

St John’s Summer Orchestral Concert

St John’s Orchestra’s fizzing programme for this summer treat includes the ever-popular Italian Symphony by Mendelssohn, a wonderful Romance for violin and orchestra by Dvorak and Schumann’s epic Piano Concerto.

Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Altwood Road, Maidenhead

Sun 23 Jun 19

Solstice

Summer music from Britain, the Baltic and Scandinavia. Our concert celebrates summer in all its manifestations: the languorous basking warmth of the summer sun, the phenomenon of the northern lights, and the singing and dancing which in many countries celebrate midsummer and the feast of St John the Baptist.

St. Andrew’s Church, Albert Road, Caversham, Reading

Sat 22 Jun 19

Bollywood Dance Show and DJ

Bollywood Dance Performances followed by DJ from Bollywood Dance Worldwide Limited at The Abbey school auditorium at Reading on Saturday 22nd June from 16.00 to 19.00 and followed by bollywood dj and dance where you can join in from 19.00 to 21.30.

The Abbey School, 17 Kendrick Rd, Reading

Sat 22 Jun 19

Reading Symphony Orchestra: Debussy, Navarro, Rimsky-Korsakov

Debussy’s Prelude to the Afternoon of a Faun sparked a musical revolution. Telling the tale of a mythical faun who, enchanted by nymphs, drifts off to sleep to have wondrous dreams, the heat of a summer’s afternoon in the forest is evoked through beautiful melodies and lush harmonies.

Concert Hall, Reading Town Hall, Reading

Sat 22 Jun 19

Mid-Summer Book Fair

Mid-Summer Book Fair for all lovers of history books - all genres - social, family, local and general history. New and second-hand books. Prices to suit all pockets. Free admission, refreshments also available.

The Centre for Heritage and Family History, 2nd Floor, Reading Central Library, Abbey Square, Reading

Sat 22 Jun 19

Cheese and Chilli Festival

The Cheese and Chilli Festival is a family show offering something for everyone. There are approximately 100 trade stands selling cheese and chilli associated products as well as craft and retail goods.

Maidenhead Town Moor, Blackamoor Lane, Maidenhead

Sat 22 Jun 19

Swan Lifeline Summer Open day 2019

A free event open to the public with plenty of parking. A opportunity to see behind the scenes of one of the busiest swan rescues in the Thames Valley. A chance to meet the swans and cygnets in care and ask the staff any questions.

Cuckoo Weir Island, South Meadow Lane, Eton

Sat 22 Jun 19

Reading Festival Chorus and Johanneskantorei perform Verdi’s Requiem

Reading Festival Chorus hosts the Johanneskantorei from Düsseldorf. The joint choir and soloists will be accompanied by the Westminster Chamber Orchestra and directed by Greg Hallam.

University of Reading Great Hall

Sat 22 Jun 19

Whalebone - Totally Plucked

Whalebone’s Totally Plucked tour features high energy acoustic music alongside haunting atmospheric tunes, played on guitars, baritone guitars, bouzouki and mandolin by duo Steve Downs and Char Watson.

Chilton Foliat Village Hall, Chilton Foliat, Hungerford, Berkshire

Sat 22 Jun 19

The Total Who Show

Get ready for two hours of hits and classics by The Who - including Won’t Get Fooled Again, My Generation, Pinball Wizard, Who Are You, Substitute, Can’t Explain, The Seeker and I Can See For Miles. Performed by Johnny Warman’s Magic Bus.

Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Altwood Road, Maidenhead, Berkshire

Sat 22 Jun 19

Ziggy a Bowie Tribute

Stuart Roach is ’Ziggy’ The ultimate David Bowie Tribute & Glam Rock Tribute rolled into one! Stuart Roach is without a doubt one of the finest recreations of the master of Glam Rock David Bowie.

Grosvenor Casino Reading South, Rose Kiln Lane, Reading

Sat 22 Jun 19

Never The Bride in Concert

In the heart of the notorious London rock n roll scene exists a whirlwind duo of female energy and ecstasy, recognised as the Queens of Blues Rock. NTB are simply the best but don’t take my word for it. How about trusting Bob Harris he said One of the best live bands in Britain

Wokingham Music Club at Winnersh British Legion, Woodward Cl, Winnersh, Wokingham

Fri 21 Jun 19

Open Air Theatre - Midsummer Night’s Dreama

Windsor Theatre Guild presents William Shakespeare’s Midsummer Night’s Dream Audience is invited to bring a picnic and own chairs. Bring family, friends, food and fizz to the beautiful private settings of Foxleigh Grove where we will be conjuring up midsummer mystery and mayhem.

Foxleigh Grove, Holyport

Fri 21 Jun 19

An Evening of Burlesque and Vaudeville

Hundred Watt Club return to Norden Farm with their ravishing, risque and ridiculous evening of burlesque, comedy and cabaret! Prepare to be teased by the cream of the glittering UK burlesque scene, to roll in the aisles at riotous comedy and be awestruck by incredible circus stunts.

Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Altwood Road, Maidenhead, Berkshire

Fri 21 Jun 19

CalleJondo - The Flamenco Dance, Music & Singing Show

An exciting new flamenco show which takes you on a journey from the purest flamenco traditions to contemporary fusion. Artistic directors Rebeca, Martín and Josie met while performing in the streets of Seville.

Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Altwood Road, Maidenhead, Berkshire

Fri 21 Jun 19

Cheese and Chilli Festivals

The Cheese and Chilli Festival is a family show offering something for everyone. There are approximately 100 trade stands selling cheese and chilli associated products as well as craft and retail goods.

Maidenhead Town Moor Blackamoor Lane Maidenhead

Fri 21 Jun 19

Jazz at Progress: Paz

Jazz at Progress: Paz Fri 21 June | Progress Theatre, Reading | 7:30pm | £18.00 (£16.00 concessions) plus maximum 5% booking fee from www.jazzinreading.

The Progress Theatre, The Mount, Christchurch Road, Reading

Fri 21 Jun 19

Adult Workshop - Delft Tile Painting

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.

West Berkshire Museum, The Wharf, Newbury, Berkshire

Fri 21 Jun 19

Hundred Watt Club - An evening of Burlesque in MAIDENHEAD

Hundred Watt Club return to Norden Farm with with their ravishing, risque & ridiculous evening of burlesque, comedy & cabaret! Prepare to be teased by the cream of the glittering UK burlesque scene, to roll in the aisles at riotous comedy and be awestruck by incredible circus stunts.

Norden Farm Centre For The Arts, Altwood Road Maidenhead

Fri 21 Jun 19

Choro Bandido

Choro Bandido is a Surrey based four piece band, initially brought together through friendship and their mutual love of Brazilian samba. Between them they have a wealth of musical experience in many styles and are now entertaining audiences with Choro, and other music from Latin America and beyond

South Hill Park Arts Centre, Ringmead, Bracknell

Thu 20 Jun 19

The Endellion String Quartet

The Endellion String Quartet is renowned as one of the finest quartets in the world. Haydn Op. 20, no. 6 Puccini I Crisantemi Janácek String Quartet no 1 Smetana. String Quartet no 1 A firm favourite with Maidenhead audiences, they were formed forty years ago.

Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Altwood Road, Maidenhead, Berkshire

Thu 20 Jun 19

Ahir Shah & Garrett Milerick

An Avalon Edinburgh Festival preview. Ahir Shah was an Edinburgh Comedy Award 2017 Best Show nominee. He brings his sharp, intellectual brand of stand up. ‘One of his generation’s most eloquent comic voices’ The Telegraph Garrett Millerick is an acclaimed stand up comedian, writer and director.

Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Altwood Road, Maidenhead, Berkshire

Thu 20 Jun 19

Geoff Lakeman

Following the release of his 2017 critically acclaimed debut solo album, After All These Years, Geoff has firmly established himself as a performer on the folk and acoustic circuit. He has toured with the likes of Show of Hands and performed at festivals across the UK. WHY?

Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Altwood Road, Maidenhead, Berkshire

Wed 19 Jun 19

Adult Workshop - Wedding Buttonholes & Posies

The perfect evening workshop. Master the technique to wire a simple buttonhole. We will then go on to create this timeless classic the handtied posy with seasonal flowers suitable for brides or bridesmaids. Kim and her team will give full instruction and advise on flowers that can be used throughout the seasons.

Shaw House, Church Road, Newbury

Wed 19 Jun 19

Mantic Muddlers

The fabulous Mantic Muddlers will be performing our New Music Tuesdays session at The Acoustic Couch, Bracknell on 18th June.

Acoustic Couch

Wed 19 Jun 19

Afghan Connection Literary Event

Join us for an electrifying Lunch-time event with Adam Kay, best-selling author & comedian or an Evening of fascinating conversation with Nigella Lawson interviewed by formidable presenter Sarah Montague.

Bradfield College, Bradfield, Reading

Wed 19 Jun 19

Acoustic Wednesdays

The line up for our monthly Acoustic Wednesday sessions at The Old Court, Windsor on 19th June will feature live music from Spencer Brooks Trio, Dan Pryde, the Unaccompanied, Spinout and Marc Gallagher

The Old Court, St Leonards Road, Windsor

Wed 19 Jun 19

Laura Lexx and Carl Donnelly Preview Show

Stars of Live at the Apollo and Mock the Week preview their Edinburgh shows. Laura Lexx who who you will have seen on Live at the Apollo brings her exclusive Edinburgh Preview show to Reading. Her previous shows have won rave 5 star reviews and she has recently completed a sold out run at the Soho Theatre.

Milk Bar

Tue 18 Jun 19

Ladies Evening Ft. Live Music

Our hugely popular Ladies Evening promises to be the most glamorous night of the season. Ladies Evening returns for 2019 bigger and better than before on Monday 17th June. Travel in style and arrive by boat whilst popping a prosecco or two for a special night.

Royal Windsor Racecourse

Mon 17 Jun 19

Kirby House - Open Garden for NGS

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.

Kirby House, Inkpen

Sun 16 Jun 19

The Old Rectory Inkpen - Open Garden for NGS

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).

The Old Rectory Inkpen, Inkpen

Sun 16 Jun 19

Pete Allen Jazz Band

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 full seven piece jazz band for a great afternoon of traditional happy style jazz, featuring Dave Moorwood (Guitar/Banjo) , Dave Hanratty (Bass), James Clemas

The Chequers Hotel, Oxford Street, Newbury

Sun 16 Jun 19

Flower & Kimono Show

Presented by March of Bouquet by KAORUKO Corporation. An Official Event of the Japan-UK Season of Culture 2019-2020. Performances include Zen style flower arrangements in the bonsai fashion, contemporary flower arrangements and a kimono (Japanese traditional dress) showcase by the Yamano School group. WHY?

Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Altwood Road, Maidenhead, Berkshire

Sun 16 Jun 19

Father’s Day Concertini with Rob Castell

Celebrate Father’s Day with a fun family concert featuring CBBC singer/songwriter Rob Castell. Bring the whole family and enjoy an entertaining 45 minutes of musical theatre tunes and family favourites - including songs from The Lion King and The Greatest Showman. WHY?

Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Altwood Road, Maidenhead, Berkshire

Sun 16 Jun 19

Boot Leg BeeGees

All the greatest hits are featured; from the dance sounds of Saturday Night Fever to sixties classics like Massachusetts and Words and all those Bee Gee songs made famous by other artists

Grosvenor Casino Reading South, Rose Kiln Lane, Reading

Sat 15 Jun 19

Waltham St Lawrence & Shurlock Row Summer Fete & Dog Show

The annual Waltham St Lawrence and Shurlock Row Summer Fete and Dog Show is set to take place again this year on Saturday 15th June.

Waltham St Lawrence Cricket Club Oak Meadow, Shurlock Row

Sat 15 Jun 19

Water Fest

This year’s Reading Water Fest will take place on Saturday 15 June and this year’s celebrates the 30th anniversary of the event. The event takes place in the Forbury Gardens, Abbey Ruins and along The Kennet, between Chestnut Walk and the Riverside Museum.

Reading Forbury Gardens

Sat 15 Jun 19

The Whiteknights Studio Trail at The Abbey School

The Abbey School is honoured to be part of the Whiteknights Studio Trail for the first time and showcase the work of our Visual Artist in Residence - Janet Curley Cannon - and two members of the Art Department - James Suret (Gallery Manager and Art Technician) and Wendy Hodges (Art Teacher at The Abbey).

The Gallery at Turret House (The Abbey School) 27 Kendrick Road

Sat 15 Jun 19

Ruby Redfort - Family Theatre @ The Curve

When the world’s greatest criminal masterminds target a supernatural statue, it’s up to us and Ruby – maths genius, special agent and 13-year-old girl – to crack the case.

The Curve, William Street, Slough

Sat 15 Jun 19

Monthly Bazaar

St Marks Crescent Methodist Church Our very popular Monthly Bazaar with our regular stalls, including: Home baked cakes, stationery, 2nd hand books, bric-a-brac, Cd’s, dvd’s. Many items available. Raffle with prizes All proceeds for the morning will be for Church Funds.

Allenby Road, Maidenhead

Sat 15 Jun 19

Runnymede and Ankerwycke - Magna Carta 804 anniversary celebration

Celebrate the anniversary of this symbolic event. Join us on the 15th June where we will have H&H Archery so you can see who is the best aim in the family. We will also have craft activities and guided walks through out the day. Booking Not Needed. Supervised children are welcome. Dogs on leads welcome.

Runnymede and Ankerwycke, Runnymede Estate Office, North Lodge, Windsor Road, Old Windsor

Sat 15 Jun 19

Nate Simpson Presents: A Night with Marvin, Prince of Soul

Nate Simpson What’s Going On: A night of Marvin Gaye A tribute to international Motown icon Martin Gaye. Expect his unmistakable soulful tunes including award winning tracks What’s going on, Lets get it on.

Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Altwood Road, Maidenhead, Berkshire

Sat 15 Jun 19

Holyport Village Fair

This year’s 73rd Fair will be taking place on Saturday 15th June with the theme originating from the signing of the Magna Carte on the 15th June 1215 in Runnymede.

The Green, Holyport

Sat 15 Jun 19

Jonny & The Baptists and Susan Riddell

An Avalon Edinburgh Festival preview. Musical satirists Jonny & the Baptists are among the hottest musical comedy acts on the UK scene. They have regularly appeared on BBC Radio 4 including The Now Show, The Infinite Monkey Cage, and Sketchorama.

Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Altwood Road, Maidenhead, Berkshire

Sat 15 Jun 19

Summer Magic - Simon Allen (saxes)

A formidable young Jazz artist, Simon’s style and humour creates great jazz - perfect for a magical summer’s evening at Norden Farm. With the renowned rhythm section, The Pendulum Trio; Alex Hutton (piano), Ollie Hayhurst (bass) and Mark Fletcher (drums). WHY?

Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Altwood Road, Maidenhead, Berkshire

Fri 14 Jun 19

Norden Farm Night Market

The Night Market returns by popular demand! An atmospheric evening, perfect for browsing unique artisan stalls from local artists and craftspeople. Featuring live acoustic sets from local musicians. The Café Bar is open all evening, serving craft ales, fine wines and a full food menu (5.30pm-7.45pm). WHY?

Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Altwood Road, Maidenhead, Berkshire

Fri 14 Jun 19

The Salts

The Salts are a co-operative of seasoned musicians, creating what is fast becoming one of the most exciting and energetic folk concepts of recent times.

The Old Court, St Leonards Road, Windsor

Fri 14 Jun 19

Comedy @ The Curve - The Muslims are Coming

The Muslims Are Coming is a halal-arious comedy show to celebrate the end of Ramadan & Eid. Join some of the UK’s funniest acts for an evening of fun & laughter. Acts: Eshaan Akbar, Shazia Mirza, Aatif Nawaz & Nabil Abdul Rashid.

The Curve, William Street, Slough

Fri 14 Jun 19

Dancing With The Stars Weekend

Join; Anton Du Beke & Erin Boag, Aljaz Skorjanec & Janette Manrara, Katya & Neil Jones, British National & World Ballroom Champions Warren & Kristi Boyce plus Argentine Tango stars Leandro Palou & Maria Tsiatsiani Situated in picturesque Old Windsor is the historic Beaumont Estate.

Beaumont Estate Hotel, Old Windsor, Berkshire

Fri 14 Jun 19

Notflix

Five-star sellout show Edinburgh Fringe 2017-2018 and VAULT Festival 2017-2018. Netflix combines the taste profiles of 98 million users to create a perfectly ideal viewing experience.

Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Altwood Road, Maidenhead, Berkshire

Thu 13 Jun 19

Rooksnest - Open Garden for NGS

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.

Rooksnest, Lambourn Woodlands

Wed 12 Jun 19

Newbury and District in the Cold War Era. A talk by Dr Nick Young

Newbury District Field Club: A look at what Newbury and the district was like during the Cold War Era.

West Berkshire Museum, The Wharf, Newbury.

Wed 12 Jun 19

The Shackleton Trio

The Shackleton Trio are Georgia Shackleton (fiddle, vocals), Aaren Bennett (guitar) and Nic Zuppardi (mandolin). Their self-penned material blends seamlessly with their imaginative yet authentic re-workings of traditional folk standards.

Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Altwood Road, Maidenhead, Berkshire

Tue 11 Jun 19

Can you sing harmony? Find out with Thames Valley Chorus

We are offering a chance for men to try harmony singing on 11th June. If singing is fun, then singing 4-part harmony is four-times as much fun. Find out the correct range for your voice, then try singing harmony parts, or the tune. Whatever takes your fancy.

The Bulmershe School, Chequers Way off Howth Drive, Woodley

Tue 11 Jun 19

Claires Court Open Morning

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

All Sites - Please See Website for Addresses Berkshire

Tue 11 Jun 19

New Music Tuesdays

The Showcase Sessions takes place at The Acoustic Couch, Bracknell every Tuesday evening which feature 4 acts

Acoustic Couch

Tue 11 Jun 19

Adult Workshop - Steam-fix Silk Painting

Explore the delights of steam-fix silk painting whilst creating abstract floral and landscape designs. Learn a variety of techniques including adding salt and gutta to your designs. All resources provided including templates, but please feel free to bring your own designs.

Shaw House, Church Road, Newbury

Mon 10 Jun 19

Irish Night, Ft. All Folk’d Up

On Monday 10th June, Royal Windsor Racecourse is the place to be. Be prepared to experience a fantastic atmosphere, showcasing the best of Irish food, Guinness, music, song, dance, competitive racing. Don?t forget to stay after racing with an unmissable live performance from our special guests!

Royal Windsor Racecourse

Mon 10 Jun 19

Senior Open Morning

Senior Open Mornings are for pupils joining the school at Year 7 or above. They start around 10.30am with a tour of the school, followed by an address by the Headmaster and the opportunity to talk to key members of staff. The morning finishes at about 12.00pm.

St Joseph’s College Upper Redlands Road Reading

Mon 10 Jun 19

Early Years Open Morning

Early Years Open Mornings are for parents interested in our Early Years Centre, for children from the age of 3. These are informal occasions and all family members are welcome to accompany you.

St Joseph’s College Upper Redlands Road Reading

Mon 10 Jun 19

Chieveley Manor - Open Garden for NGS

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.

Chieveley Manor, Nr Newbury

Sun 9 Jun 19

Folk Songs of the Four Seasons

Glass Ensemble choir present an afternoon of traditional music from Britain and America. There will be a solo set by Maz O’Connor and brand new orchestrations of her songs for choir, soloist, piano and guitar.

Bluecoat School, Sonning Lane, Sonning on Thames, Reading

Sun 9 Jun 19

Oysland

Oysland celebrate the influence other cultures have had on the secular Ashkenazi musical tradition. They reimagine music from times past, exploring the connections between Klezmer and other co-territorial traditions.

Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Altwood Road, Maidenhead, Berkshire

Sun 9 Jun 19

Festival of Food & Music

The Festival of Food and Music is South Hill Park’s celebration of summer in our beautiful grounds around the South Lake.

South Hill Park Arts Centre, Ringmead, Bracknell

Sun 9 Jun 19

Hymns (& Pimms)

There was a time not so long ago when Mendelssohn’s Hymn of Praise was a staple of every choral society. Full of lovely melodies, its biblical texts were chosen to illustrate the human journey from darkness towards the light.

St Mary’s Church, Speen, Newbury

Sat 8 Jun 19

Reading’s Mum2mum market - Children and baby, nearly new sale - Tilehurst

Mum2mum market, children & baby nearly new sales where you can buy top quality, preloved goods at our award winning pop up indoor market. Mum2mum market returns to Prospect School, Tilehurst on the 8th June, 1 - 3 PM.

Prospect school, (Honey End Lane Entrance), Tilehurst

Sat 8 Jun 19

Trinity Concert Band’s Summer Concert

On 8th June, local favourites Trinity Concert Band are back at Leighton Park for a fantastic evening of entertainment celebrating the best of British. In honour of the Queen’s birthday, there will be hits from every decade of her life including 633 Squadron, Crown Imperial and Fanfare for the Common Man.

Michael Malnick Centre, Leighton Park School, Shinfield Road, Reading

Sat 8 Jun 19

Talk: The Duke of Wellington’s Country House at Stratfield Saye

Talk: The Duke of Wellington’s Country House at Stratfield Saye: with Brigadier Michael Aris CBE DL and Richard Bennett DL Stratfield Saye House and grounds consist of 5000 acres and its history can be traced to before William the Conqueror.

The Centre for Heritage and Family History, 2nd Floor, Reading Central Library, Abbey Square, Reading

Sat 8 Jun 19

Festival of Food & Music

The Festival of Food and Music is South Hill Park’s celebration of summer in our beautiful grounds around the South Lake.

South Hill Park Arts Centre, Ringmead, Bracknell

Sat 8 Jun 19

The Festival of Food and Music

The Festival of Food and Music is a highlight of the summer in the beautiful grounds of South Hill Park. Featuring performances by local and regional musicians, a feast of food stalls including paella, Thai, vegan dishes, Ethiopean specialities, pies and more.

South Hill Park Arts Centre, Ringmead, Bracknell

Sat 8 Jun 19

Eton College Gardens - Open Garden for NGS

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.

Eton College Gardens, Nr Windsor

Sat 8 Jun 19

Pangbourne Fete 2019

We hope you are looking forward to a fun day by the river! Taking place on the beautiful Pangbourne Meadows, it’s set to be fun for all the family.

Pangbourne Meadow, 7BY, Whitchurch Rd, Pangbourne, Reading

Sat 8 Jun 19

Dragon Boat racing

Dragon Boats is an all day event on the banks of the Thames in Pangbourne in June. Teams and their families come for the day and have a wonderful picnic alongside the river and the Fete, with many attractions for all the family.

Pangbourne Meadows

Sat 8 Jun 19

Cher-Turn back time

Laura Jane Butler performs her incredibile Cher tribute act, complete with risque wardrobe and all the hits of the legendary star.

Grosvenor Casino Reading South, Rose Kiln Lane, Reading

Sat 8 Jun 19

Celebrate World Gin Day at Mount Prosperous Open Garden

Mount Prosperous is a quintessential English 4 acre garden set in beautiful rural countryside. The Garden has not been opened to the public for 12 years and consists of herbaceous borders, pond, cascade, walled rose garden, Italian pool garden, woodland walk, vegetable garden and wild flower meadow.

Mount Prosperous Bitham Lane Hungerford

Sat 8 Jun 19

Cold ash brass summer concert & special guests Incantata ladies choir

Cold ash brass look forward to hosting their first summer concert on June 8th. They will be joined by Incantata ladies choir from newbury. It looks to be a great evening of music making with friends!

Thatcham Baptist Church 1 wheelers green way

Sat 8 Jun 19

A Curse Of The Jungle - A Murder Mystery Treasure Hunt

#WhoKilledHunterFortune Saturday 8th June, Saturday 15th June & Saturday 22nd June. Running at 12pm and 3pm. A Curse Of The Jungle is an all-new 3 hour live-action Murder Mystery Treasure Hunt that sends teams of intrepid detectives racing round Reading to catch a jungle killer against the clock.

Forbury Square, Forbury Road, Reading

Sat 8 Jun 19

Plant Stall at Pangbourne Fete

Pangbourne Allotments Association Plant Stall at Pangbourne Fete. Great selection of plants, preserves, garden-related items and produce: come and enjoy a great afternoon out, and go home with something useful!

Pangbourne River Meadows

Sat 8 Jun 19

League of Friends SUMMER FETE

A popular fun day out for all the family. Many attractions, side stalls of charity, business, craft, food and drink, plants , games , inflatables, ice cream and much much more. A dog Show, entertainment throughout the day in the main arena

Victoria Recreation Ground Kentwood Hill, Tilehurst, Reading

Sat 8 Jun 19

Rain or Shine Theatre Company presents As You Like It

The Rain or Shine Theatre Company return once again to the Barn, Purley on Friday 7th June with their adaptation of Shakespeare’s As You Like It. Doors open at 7pm for a 7.30pm start. Join one of Shakespeare’s most famous heroines, Rosalind, as she makes her way in a world full of power, jealousy and tyranny.

The Barn, Goosecroft, off Beech Road, Purley on Thames

Fri 7 Jun 19

Boogie Music Inferno

Boogie Music Inferno will be taking place at the Wilde Theatre, South Hill Park Arts Centre, Bracknell on Friday 7th June featuring three bands including Vintage Sound Collective performing the finest blend of classy, high energy & fun Soul, Funk, Reggae, Pop & Disco tracks played by top class musicians and Groove

South Hill Park Arts Centre, Ringmead, Bracknell

Fri 7 Jun 19

Chris McCausland: Speaky Blinder

A brand new stand-up show following a stonking set on Live at the Apollo and a sell-out Fringe, one of the UK’s top stand-ups Chris McCausland is on tour. Sunday Times Best of the Edinburgh Fringe 2018. He’s blind. He’s a dad. He’s a husband. He’s third in command.

Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Altwood Road, Maidenhead, Berkshire

Fri 7 Jun 19

Blaze’s Buddies

Come and meet Blaze, the museum dragon, and join in with an action poem, story, simple craft, treasure hunt and sing-a-long!

West Berkshire Museum, The Wharf, Newbury, Berkshire

Thu 6 Jun 19

All My Sons

All My Sons is a very powerful play primarily about deception, its consequences, and survival; that is survival of family life and the American way of life in the 1950’s. The setting is the backyard of an American house of the period during late Summer and early Autumn.

New Era Theatre, St George’s Centre, Andover Road, Wash Common, Newbury

Thu 6 Jun 19

Malverleys - Open Garden for NGS

10 acres of dynamic gardens which have been developed over the last 7 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.

Malverleys, Newbury

Wed 5 Jun 19

New Music Tuesday

Featuring live music from Mother of Order plus three other acts to be confirmed.

Acoustic Couch

Tue 4 Jun 19

Basildon Park - Parkland run at Basildon Park

Put your running shoes on every Tuesday to join our volunteers on a run around the park and woodland trails. Every Tuesday some of our volunteers will be leading a run along the trails at Basildon Park.

Basildon Park, Lower Basildon, Reading,

Tue 4 Jun 19

Hurley’s Secret War - D-Day, Spies and Espionage

On 4th June 2019 there will be a unique opportunity to learn more about Station VICTOR and the invaluable work done to obtain vital intelligence by spying on the Nazi war machine.

The Olde Bell, High Street, Hurley, SL 6 5LX

Tue 4 Jun 19

Thin Lizzy Founder Eric Bell in concert

Wokingham Music Club is very pleased to announce a very special evening of Live Music. The 50th Anniversary Tour of Mr Eric Bell is coming to Wokingham Music Club.

Emmbrook Sports & Social, Lowther Road, Wokingham

Tue 4 Jun 19

Revival Racenight

Take a magical step back in time with Royal Windsor Racecourse on Monday 3rd June for our new to 2019 Revival Racenight. Our picturesque grounds is the perfect location to gather and celebrate the beginning of the summer season.

Royal Windsor Racecourse

Mon 3 Jun 19

Maidenhead and Cookham Commons - Archaeology and Wildflower Walk

Join a Ranger and ramble across Cock Marsh discovering wildflowers and the history beneath your feet. Discover what wildlife thrives in the chalk grasslands and floodplain meadows of Cock Marsh. Experience an array of wildflowers and butterflies and hopefully capture a colourful orchid display.

Maidenhead and Cookham Commons

Sun 2 Jun 19

Farley Hill Place Gardens - Open Garden for NGS

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.

Farley Hill Place Gardens, Reading

Sun 2 Jun 19

Stockcross House - Open Garden for NGS

A delightful 2 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.

Stockcross House, Newbury

Sun 2 Jun 19

Reading Poetry Slam

an open Mic Poetry Slam on the first Sunday of the Month. Entrance is free and anyone can compete. Take part or join our friendly audience. Slam poetry is a performance poetry competition, in which competing poets have 3 minutes each to deliver one poem in each round.

The Global Café, in the RISC building:- 35-39 London Street, Reading

Sun 2 Jun 19

Wallace and Gromit’s Musical Marvels

Join everyone’s favourite dynamic duo as Wallace prepares to perform his musical masterpiece My Concerto in Eee Lad with help from his faithful canine companion Gromit...what could possibly go wrong?!

The Hexagon Queen’s Walk Reading

Sun 2 Jun 19

Charity Walled Garden Open Day at the Wasing Estate

The Wasing Estate will open its stunning Walled Garden to the public for a charity open day in June. The Walled Garden Open Day will take place on the estate in Aldermaston, Berkshire, on Sunday 2nd June from 2pm until 5pm in aid of West Berkshire Mencap.

Wasing Park Wasing Lane Aldermaston Reading

Sun 2 Jun 19

Brewery Comedy

Brewery Comedy Windsor & Eton Brewery opens it’s doors to host it’s monthly, truly unique stand up night Four craft comics. No night is ever the same.

Windsor & Eton Brewery 1 Vansittart Estate Windsor

Sat 1 Jun 19

Events Around Berkshire

Things to do in Berkshire