A Roman mosaic has been fully uncovered in a West Berkshire village. The mosaic illustrated as one of Britain’s most exciting discoveries according to Roman, Greek architecture expert Anthony Beeson is one of just three known mosaics of its kind in the world. Archaeologist Matt Nichol described it as “second to none” in terms of […]
Archive for August, 2019
Travellers pay a visit to Newbury Parks
Nearly a dozen caravans and motor homes arrived this morning pitching up in Newbury’s Goldwell and Northcroft parks. 15:30 – Reports are currently being received that the Travellers are now on the move with an assessment of the damage to be carried out in due course.
Lets Dance! Bowie Experience comes to Corn Exchange, Newbury
6 years ago
On Friday 13 September Bowie Experience comes to the Corn Exchange Newbury, a spectacular concert celebrating the iconic songs of pop legend David Bowie. A must-see for all Bowie fans, this mesmerising production is a journey through the sound and vision of the widely popular singer-songwriter and includes the classic hitsSpace Oddity, Starman, Fashion, China Girl, Rebel Rebel, Golden […]
Neighbourhood Watch Meeting – 12th August
6 years ago
The next Neighbourhood Watch Meeting is being held on Monday 12 August 2019 at 7.30 pm in West Berkshire Council Offices, Market Street, Newbury. The programme including the usual updates from the Police and Fire Services will include a talk by Dr Nick Young on “A tour around Newbury through the camera using old photographs.” The […]
Low-Cost Loans Scam
6 years ago
Action Fraud has received numerous reports about a scam in which fraudsters target people with offers of “low cost” loans or “free” government grants. What the victims aren’t told is that the money they’ll receive is actually an advance payment for Universal Credit. The criminals use the personal information they’ve obtained under false pretences to […]