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With 25 years at the Newbury Weekly News, Arts Editor Trish, previously enjoyed a 25-year career as an arts centre director, Arts Council crafts assessor and critic.

Come join the Black Powder Muzzle Loaders to make some noise at The Bell’s Wassail

17 January 2025
Come join the Black Powder Muzzle Loaders to make some noise at The Bell’s Wassail

Come join the Black Powder Muzzle Loaders to make some noise at The Bell’s Wassail

17 January 2025

The Aldworth pub’s much-loved ancient apple tree to be purged of evil spirits for another year.


Stamp dealer Stanley Gibbons to host free valuation day

17 January 2025
Stamp dealer Stanley Gibbons to host free valuation day

Stamp dealer Stanley Gibbons to host free valuation day

17 January 2025

Mark Smith, known from the BBC series Antiques Roadshow, will be in Newbury together with coin specialists.


What’s on in and around Newbury this week

16 January 2025
What’s on in and around Newbury this week

What’s on in and around Newbury this week

16 January 2025

Student art, a Danish painter of Northern Light, true historical drama, wildlife photographer’s stories and classical ballet are on our hitlist.


Spend a relaxed evening in the company of local wildlife photographer at The Swan at Streatley

16 January 2025
Spend a relaxed evening in the company of local wildlife photographer at The Swan at Streatley

Spend a relaxed evening in the company of local wildlife photographer at The Swan at Streatley

16 January 2025

Self-taught photographer to share his stories of Berkshire's bountiful wildlife in Behind the Lens with Simon Booker.


Free entry to historic Whitchurch Silk Mill for RG postcode residents

15 January 2025
Free entry to historic Whitchurch Silk Mill for RG postcode residents

Free entry to historic Whitchurch Silk Mill for RG postcode residents

15 January 2025

For a limited period you can discover the magic of silk production, witness historic machinery in action and explore the Mill’s rich history for free.


GENerate: The creative art of GEN Z

15 January 2025
GENerate: The creative art of GEN Z

GENerate: The creative art of GEN Z

15 January 2025

Students aged 11-21 from 16 state, independent and SEN schools and colleges in West Berkshire, North Hampshire and South Oxfordshire show at The Base.


Free platform supports emerging talent in Newbury and beyond by connecting musicians with venues

14 January 2025
Free platform supports emerging talent in Newbury and beyond by connecting musicians with venues

Free platform supports emerging talent in Newbury and beyond by connecting musicians with venues

14 January 2025

First live event Sync-Live: An Open Stage Experience is taking place at The Club Bar and Lounge featuring two live acts and six talented DJs.


Watermill world premiere for Ian Hislop and Nick Newman’s new comedy

13 January 2025
Watermill world premiere for Ian Hislop and Nick Newman’s new comedy

Watermill world premiere for Ian Hislop and Nick Newman’s new comedy

13 January 2025

The Autobiography of a Cad is adapted from the outrageously subversive satirical novel by AG Macdonell.


Hear from one of Britain’s leading voices on land, nature, and environmental stewardship

12 January 2025
Hear from one of Britain’s leading voices on land, nature, and environmental stewardship

Hear from one of Britain’s leading voices on land, nature, and environmental stewardship

12 January 2025

Guy Shrubsole lecture a must-attend for those with an interest in conservation, environmental justice and the hidden stories of Britain’s countryside.


First-ever UK Afrobeats Legends Concert to bring Africa’s biggest stars to London this summer

12 January 2025
First-ever UK Afrobeats Legends Concert to bring Africa’s biggest stars to London this summer

First-ever UK Afrobeats Legends Concert to bring Africa’s biggest stars to London this summer

12 January 2025

Wembley concert will bring together influential pioneers, legendary artists and trailblazers who have shaped Afrobeats into today’s global force


Les Mis and Billy Elliot among the world’s greatest stage musicals to be screened in Newbury

11 January 2025
Les Mis and Billy Elliot among the world’s greatest stage musicals to be screened in Newbury

Les Mis and Billy Elliot among the world’s greatest stage musicals to be screened in Newbury

11 January 2025

Audiences can enjoy some of the most acclaimed theatre productions of recent years, on the big screen, in HD and state-of-the-art sound.


US stand-up Russell Hicks’ Happy to Be Here

11 January 2025
US stand-up Russell Hicks’ Happy to Be Here

US stand-up Russell Hicks’ Happy to Be Here

11 January 2025

Arlington Arts gig on debut tour sure ain’t Russell’s first rodeo.


Colours and Hues of the Ridgeway celebrated in arts competition

10 January 2025
Colours and Hues of the Ridgeway celebrated in arts competition

Colours and Hues of the Ridgeway celebrated in arts competition

10 January 2025

Call-out to artists, writers, poets, photographers and sculptors for entries for Swire Ridgeway Arts Prize competition and exhibition.


Give singing a go, say Newbury’s non-auditioned female choir

10 January 2025
Give singing a go, say Newbury’s non-auditioned female choir

Give singing a go, say Newbury’s non-auditioned female choir

10 January 2025

InCantata are offering two more open days at their Greenham church hall base.


What’s on this week in Newbury and beyond

09 January 2025
What’s on this week in Newbury and beyond

What’s on this week in Newbury and beyond

09 January 2025

Our pick includes a spectacular Chinese New Year Festival in Oxford.


Special Watermill fundraiser by masters of satire Ian Hislop and Nick Newman

09 January 2025
Special Watermill fundraiser by masters of satire Ian Hislop and Nick Newman

Special Watermill fundraiser by masters of satire Ian Hislop and Nick Newman

09 January 2025

Writers take to The Watermill stage with their frank and funny insights into their careers.


Print and Sip, a night of tapas, wine and printmaking

08 January 2025
Print and Sip, a night of tapas, wine and printmaking

Print and Sip, a night of tapas, wine and printmaking

08 January 2025

Kickstart a creative new year and embrace a different type of screen time with Berkshire Printmakers.


Casting call for Edinburgh Fringe

07 January 2025
Casting call for Edinburgh Fringe

Casting call for Edinburgh Fringe

07 January 2025

As Newbury Youth Theatre moves to a new home, they are inviting 14-19-year-olds to join their exciting new project.


Major retrospective of Radiohead frontman Thom Yorke’s art collaborations with Stanley Donwood

06 January 2025
Major retrospective of Radiohead frontman Thom Yorke’s art collaborations with Stanley Donwood

Major retrospective of Radiohead frontman Thom Yorke’s art collaborations with Stanley Donwood

06 January 2025

More than 120 works will be on display in Oxford next year, including many of the paintings, drawings and digital art created for Radiohead.


Let Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra sweep you off your feet with an evening of Viennese music

05 January 2025
Let Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra sweep you off your feet with an evening of Viennese music

Let Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra sweep you off your feet with an evening of Viennese music

05 January 2025

Violinist Alena Baeva, one of the most exciting soloists active on the world stage today, joins the orchestra as their new artist-in-residence.


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