Newbury College in partnership with Digital Gum is offering a five-week, digital skills course, running 10-13.30, Tuesday and Thursday, to help those eager to return to work after a career break. Recent research suggests that many companies are struggling to adapt to the digital age with 60% of employers commenting that staff lack the skills needed […]
Archive for March, 2019
Kings League teams in double-header this past weekend
Kings adult league teams had a double-header of fixtures in British Wheelchair Basketball National League this past Saturday. In Division Two, Kings met Aces from Aylesbury, The game began with some fast paced end to end action with both teams finding the basket early on, it was Kings, however, that took control of the game […]
First draw for the West Berkshire Lottery this weekend!
The first draw for the new West Berkshire Lottery is now just a few days away. The first draw takes place this Saturday 30th March at 8pm. The lottery is set to raise more than £30,000 for local good causes in its first year. So far 75 charities and good causes (including Kennet Radio) have […]
Annual Pink Day for Newbury Blues
6 years ago
The Blues 5th Annual Pink Day is on 30 March; with celebrations of 90 years of Newbury Rugby Club. The Blues, donning their pink strip for the occasion fundraise for great causes whilst at the same time have a super game of Rugby. This year the Blues face off against Royal Wootton Bassett and look […]
Major delays on Hambridge Lane
SGN are currently dealing with a gas leak on Hambridge Road. Railway Terrace is closed and traffic lights have been placed on Hambridge Road which are expected to stay over the weekend and into Monday. Major delays are expected for traffic on Hambridge Road and drivers are advised to use the A4 to travel between […]
New Wedding Venture for Shaw House
Shaw House, an Elizabethan mansion in the heart of Newbury, can now be booked exclusively for weddings in an expansion of the wedding services available at the venue. Shaw House Weddings is now able to offer a complete wedding package in a truly spectacular location. This Grade 1 listed mansion is situated in beautiful grounds […]
Fresh Perspective and New Layout for The Royal County of Berkshire Show
6 years ago
The 2019 Royal County of Berkshire Show kick-started their countdown with a fresh new look that reflects the outcome of a visitor exit survey, which showed that Livestock, Food & Shopping and Attractions are the top 3 reasons people attend the Show. The organisers have listened and are excited to be releasing details about the […]
Artisan Market returns to Northbrook Street
6 years ago
Newbury Artisan Market is back and taking over the streets of Newbury on the last Sunday of the month. Think quality produce, original art, designer crafts & sizzling street food, all mixed in with family activities, music and more… With the various dedicated sections, there is something for everyone. ‘Feast Street’ section will get your […]
Great British Spring clean across West Berkshire
West Berkshire Council is lending its support to this year’s Great British Spring Clean. Organised by Keep Britain Tidy, the Great British Spring Clean is a national initiative encouraging community groups to become litter heroes, collecting and safely disposing of litter from streets and parks and recycling as much of it as possible. Over the next […]
Zoe Schwarz Blue Commotion
6 years ago
Zoe Schwarz brings her Blue Commotion band to Arlington Arts on Saturday 13 April. Zoe Schwarz Blue Commotion refresh the blues genre with hugely original arrangements, a great mix of old and new, virtuosic playing and, of course, Zoe Schwarz’s majestic vocal sweep and interpretive ability. Featuring Rob Koral’s unmistakable touch and flow on guitar […]