A waste vehicle has become victim of a sink hole which has opened up in Newbury. The vehicle travelling along the Old Bath Road at the time fell into a developing sink hole around 1.30pm today, Thursday 5th July. Thames Valley Police, quick to respond, closed the road for safety reasons and allowing space for […]
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Corn Exchange Newbury, Summer Activities
7 years ago
With the summer holidays only around the corner, the Corn Exchange Newbury is full to the brim with a wide selection of activities over the six week break that will entertain young people across all ages. On Tuesdays, 4 to 8 year olds are invited to come along to the popular Make and Do Holiday Club […]
Newbury Heading for National Glory Entering Britain in Bloom
Building on the tremendous success of the Newbury in Bloom campaign over the last 3 years, Newbury Town Council can confirm that Newbury will be taking part in the Royal Horticultural Society’s Britain in Bloom competition in 2019. Britain in Bloom is the UK’s longest running gardening competition. It provides a regional and nationwide platform […]
Future Vision for Newbury approved by Councillors
Newbury Town Council has formally approved its Town Plan, which sets out priorities and objectives for the future planning and development of Newbury from 2019 to 2036. The Plan deals with the character and the future role of the Town, as well as economic development, environmental issues and a range of services covering transport, recreation, […]
Corn Exchange Learning Centre Open Day and Showcase
The Corn Exchange Learning Centre is holding an Open Day on Sunday 1 July to give local people a chance to try out a range of activities and classes on offer. From 10am visitors of all ages can get a taster of what’s available at the Learning Centre during the Autumn season by taking part […]
Community Alcohol Partnership launches in Thatcham
A Community Alcohol Partnership (CAP) launched in Thatcham last weekend. CAPs are partnerships between councils, the police, schools, retailers, neighbourhood groups and health providers. They work together to empower communities to tackle alcohol-related harm to young people and improve the quality of life for residents. They aim to reduce the sale of alcohol to young […]
Northcroft Outdoor Pool is… Almost Open.
7 years ago
West Berkshire Council have announced that the lido at Northcroft Leisure Centre in Newbury should be opening on 7 July 2018. The pool will be open for early morning swimmers from 7:15am until 8:45am. The pool will then be open from 11.00am until 7.00pm on weekdays and from 10:00am until 6.00pm on weekends and bank […]
Heartstart Thatcham installs 2 new defibrillators in Hermitage
7 years ago
Two of the Heartstart Thatcham team made a presentation about the importance of Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) at the Hermitage Annual Meeting in 2017. Since then the community and Heartstart Thatcham team have been busy raising funds. The pupils at the local primary school raised an astonishing amount together with a local benefactor this has […]
Elton John, Rocket Man at Newbury Corn Exchange
7 years ago
Get ready to travel back in time with The Rocket Man: A Tribute to Sir Elton John, taking place on Saturday 30 June at the Corn Exchange Newbury. The show combines breath-taking vocal and piano performances, flamboyant costumes and a dazzling light show, all accompanied by an outstanding band and backing vocals. Audiences will be […]
All Star Show at Newbury Corn Exchange with 4 top Comedians
7 years ago
On Friday 29 June, Newbury’s cheeks will be aching from laughter as four of the best acts on the comedy circuit come together for one night only at the Corn Exchange, Newbury as part of the All Star Comedy Show. The comedic tour-de-force line-up includes Andrew Lawrence, known as one of Britain’s most subversive and […]