May half-term family days out 2026: The best things to do with kids
Make the most of May half term with a packed programme of family-friendly days out across the region.
Celebrate books, music & creativity at Cranleigh Arts Book Fest 2026
Cranleigh Arts Book Fest returns for its third year this spring, exploring history, music, literature and more.
To bathe or not to bathe?
Jenny Collier invites us to take the cool water plunge at Petersfield Open Air Swimming Pool, are you brave enough? Discover more about the benefits too
The Ultimate Guide to UK Summer Festivals 2025
Diana Ross at Henley, DJ Charlie Hedges near Chinnor, Fabio + Grooverider at Stowaway & Mucky Weekender (see our Q&As with both!), & more… this summer is set to be a sizzler for festival fans, says Liz Nicholls
Dorking schoolboy in Tom Hanks film
From Dorking to Hollywood: Finn Guegan to appear in new Tom Hanks blockbuster, with special screening at Dorking Halls on Sunday 19th January
Shows with Christmas sparkle!
Here’s our choice of family-friendly pantomimes, shows & great days out for Bucks readers
Geoff Hurst & more in Newbury
The Corn Exchange Newbury is set to deliver an exciting line-up of shows for everyone to enjoy during October.
Hit the road for Neighbours’ Toadie!
Neighbours fan Liz Nicholls chats to one of her heroes, Ryan Moloney, who has played Toadfish in beloved Aussie soap for 30 years and is sharing his behind-the-scenes stories with the Toad On The Road UK tour.
NOW that’s nostalgia with musical magic
Nina Wadia to star in NOW That’s What I Call A Musical, directed and choreographed by Craig Revel Horwood and with special guest star, Sinitta.
Recipes with Clodagh McKenna
We’re sharing two recipes to make the most of the last of summer thanks to Irish chef, author & TV star Clodagh McKenna.