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Trish Lee joined the Newbury Weekly News in 1999 after a career in the arts. She is arts editor, news sub editor and feature writer.

Armaleggan dance with fire at The Bell at Aldworth

01 December 2023
Armaleggan dance with fire at The Bell at Aldworth

Armaleggan dance with fire at The Bell at Aldworth

01 December 2023

The border morris side with added grrrrrr are visiting CAMRA award-winning pub The Bell at Aldworth to dance with fire.


WIZZEAU to rock Newbury pub with outrageous live show

01 December 2023
WIZZEAU to rock Newbury pub with outrageous live show

WIZZEAU to rock Newbury pub with outrageous live show

01 December 2023

The band will launch their second album WI22EAU at The Lion.


Bootleg Blondie packs Arlington Arts

01 December 2023
Bootleg Blondie packs Arlington Arts

Bootleg Blondie packs Arlington Arts

01 December 2023

Brian Harrington reviews ‘A great night out, reminiscent of the raw and raucous days of Blondie in clubs like the famous CBGB’.


Turkey and mulled wine goes down well at Aldworth’s festive bazaar

01 December 2023
Turkey and mulled wine goes down well at Aldworth’s festive bazaar

Turkey and mulled wine goes down well at Aldworth’s festive bazaar

01 December 2023

The village hall was bustling with visitors for the Aldworth Saturday Market turkey tasting and mini bazaar.


The Corn Exchange has a huge festive hit with this year’s lavish pantomime

01 December 2023
The Corn Exchange has a huge festive hit with this year’s lavish pantomime

The Corn Exchange has a huge festive hit with this year’s lavish pantomime

01 December 2023

Beauty & The Beast runs at the Corn Exchange until December 31.


Aldermaston’s medieval nativity performed by community since 1957

30 November 2023
Aldermaston’s medieval nativity performed by community since 1957

Aldermaston’s medieval nativity performed by community since 1957

30 November 2023

It’s a special year for one of the cast - it marks Les Woodley’s 60th as third shepherd.


Young Ones’ psycho metalhead Ade Edmondson’s coming to Hungerford Bookshop

29 November 2023
Young Ones’ psycho metalhead Ade Edmondson’s coming to Hungerford Bookshop

Young Ones’ psycho metalhead Ade Edmondson’s coming to Hungerford Bookshop

29 November 2023

The actor, comedian and writer will be visiting Hungerford Bookshop to sign copies of his new bestselling biography Berserker!.


Clare Balding to sign copies of Isle of Dogs: A Canine Adventure Through Britain in Hungerford

29 November 2023
Clare Balding to sign copies of Isle of Dogs: A Canine Adventure Through Britain in Hungerford

Clare Balding to sign copies of Isle of Dogs: A Canine Adventure Through Britain in Hungerford

29 November 2023

The broadcaster’s latest book is a great read for anyone whose life has been transformed by a faithful hound.


Watermill’s Oz is an absolute Wiz

29 November 2023
Watermill’s Oz is an absolute Wiz

Watermill’s Oz is an absolute Wiz

29 November 2023

The Watermill’s The Wizard of Oz review by Robin Strapp.


You’re never too old for a jazz party

28 November 2023
You’re never too old for a jazz party

You’re never too old for a jazz party

28 November 2023

The veteran bandleader Graeme Hewitt, 84, promises candles, balloons, festive decorations, seasonal hats and wonderful jazz at a party in Theale.


Rare playing cards from 1675-1898 will attract lots of interest among collectors at Newbury auction

28 November 2023
Rare playing cards from 1675-1898 will attract lots of interest among collectors at Newbury auction

Rare playing cards from 1675-1898 will attract lots of interest among collectors at Newbury auction

28 November 2023

The collection is expected to fetch £20,000 at SAS next week.


Breaking: Madness and Lightning Seeds coming to Englefield House

27 November 2023
Breaking: Madness and Lightning Seeds coming to Englefield House

Breaking: Madness and Lightning Seeds coming to Englefield House

27 November 2023

MADNESS to bring their ‘C’est la Vie’ tour to the grounds of the country house; tickets on sale this week.


Former England footballer has an eye for artist Lenka’s work

27 November 2023
Former England footballer has an eye for artist Lenka’s work

Former England footballer has an eye for artist Lenka’s work

27 November 2023

Three of Lenka Daviesova’s works selected for exhibition at London’s prestigious Mall Galleries.


‘He will be greatly missed’ Hungerford Jazz Forum bids farewell to long-time house drummer

26 November 2023
‘He will be greatly missed’ Hungerford Jazz Forum bids farewell to long-time house drummer

‘He will be greatly missed’ Hungerford Jazz Forum bids farewell to long-time house drummer

26 November 2023

Rick Ware’s death was announced at the forum’s latest session.


The Furrow Collective heading out on folk tour

26 November 2023
The Furrow Collective heading out on folk tour

The Furrow Collective heading out on folk tour

26 November 2023

Suites of noctilucent laments, lunar serenades and starlit balladry.


Were we at the opera house rather than in church?

26 November 2023
Were we at the opera house rather than in church?

Were we at the opera house rather than in church?

26 November 2023

Newbury Chamber Choir Concert at St John’s Church, reviewed by Barnaby Wheeler.


Things that go bump: Uncanny

25 November 2023
Things that go bump: Uncanny

Things that go bump: Uncanny

25 November 2023

Danny Robins, host of the podcast and BBC television series Uncanny, on stage at Oxford.


Panto round-up… from Ru Paul’s Drag Race favourite Divina De Campo to CBeebies megastar Justin Fletcher

25 November 2023
Panto round-up… from Ru Paul’s Drag Race favourite Divina De Campo to CBeebies megastar Justin Fletcher

Panto round-up… from Ru Paul’s Drag Race favourite Divina De Campo to CBeebies megastar Justin Fletcher

25 November 2023

With fun-filled panto Beauty & The Beast under way at the Corn Exchange, there are more on offer within easy reach of Newbury… oh yes there are!


Howls of laughter for Ravensbury’s Ray Cooney farce

24 November 2023
Howls of laughter for Ravensbury’s Ray Cooney farce

Howls of laughter for Ravensbury’s Ray Cooney farce

24 November 2023

Ravensbury Players: It Runs in the Family at Ramsbury Memorial Hall.


Winter craft fair at The Base

24 November 2023
Winter craft fair at The Base

Winter craft fair at The Base

24 November 2023

Gallery and workshop space transforms into a festive grotto filled with 20 artists and craft makers for Saturday’s fair.


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