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Pub in the Park unveils sizzling line-up for 2026 – with tickets on sale now
The ultimate food and music festival returns to Marlow this spring, when Pub in the Park hosts some of the nation’s best chefs, tasty pop-up restaurants and unmissable live performances.
How one mobile vet is transforming pet care across Wantage and the Ridgeway
We chat to mobile vet Dr Laura Sells MRCVS , helping pets thrive across Wantage and the Ridgeway.
Wantage dad gains new independence with assistance dog Cassie
Wantage dad Paul Jacobs tells us how his assistance dog Cassie has helped him, thanks to a newly qualified Support Dogs partnership.
Treat mum to a countryside escape in Newbury this Mother’s Day
Looking to treat mum to an unforgettable Mother’s Day in 2026? Newbury’s charming boutique pub and hotel, Hare & Hounds, has pulled together a full weekend of celebrations to make her feel extra special.
Fleet Lions celebrates its 39th Classic Motorcycle Run and Concours in 2026
Join Fleet Lions for the 39th Classic Motorcycle Run and Concours on Monday 4 May 2026 – and boost local charities.
Meet Dom Ford: Oxfordshire garden designer
We chat to dad and local gardener Dom Ford, whose life and work are shaped by soil, seasons and the community.
Oxfordshire photographer Charlotte Dingley on capturing life, love and light
We chat to mum and photographer Charlotte Dingley, who captures life, love and light across Oxfordshire.
Relive your childhood hits with James B Partridge at Reading Hexagon
Sing along to childhood hits with Britain’s favourite schoolteacher at the Reading Hexagon this April. Viral sensation James B Partridge …
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3 simple things to consider when refreshing your home this spring
Interior designer Sara Wallander-Ross, founder of Oxford’s Studio Wallander, shares three key tips to keep in mind when refreshing your home.
Surprise tasting menu launches at The Mutton at Hazeley Heath
The Mutton at Hazeley Heath unveils a £70 five-course Surprise Tasting Menu, changing daily to showcase the best seasonal, British produce.
Petersfield-based author Mikaela Jackson launches empowering book ahead of International Women’s Day 2026
We caught up with the mum-of-two to talk about millennial women, purpose-driven leadership, family life in Stroud, and her favourite local haunts.
Pub in the Park unveils sizzling line-up for 2026 – with tickets on sale now
The ultimate food and music festival returns to Marlow this spring, when Pub in the Park hosts some of the nation’s best chefs, tasty pop-up restaurants and unmissable live performances.
Fleet Lions celebrates its 39th Classic Motorcycle Run and Concours in 2026
Join Fleet Lions for the 39th Classic Motorcycle Run and Concours on Monday 4 May 2026 – and boost local charities.
Relive your childhood hits with James B Partridge at Reading Hexagon
Sing along to childhood hits with Britain’s favourite schoolteacher at the Reading Hexagon this April. Viral sensation James B Partridge …
Continue reading "Relive your childhood hits with James B Partridge at Reading Hexagon"
Basingstoke Canal Society celebrates 60 years in 2026 with an exciting programme of events
The Basingstoke Canal Society invites you to join its 60th anniversary celebrations – from boat trips and exhibitions to family-friendly entertainment.
Historic beam engines return to life with Easter fun and family-friendly festivities
Experience Crofton Beam Engines’ Easter Steam Up this April, with working engines, duck races and family fun.
Joe Hicks to debut new album at special Arlington Arts homecoming gig
Newbury singer songwriter Joe Hicks to showcase new album with Arlington Arts gig in April 2026.
See the Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition in Berkshire
The world’s finest nature images are revealed as Wildlife Photographer of the Year returns to The Base Greenham this summer.
See Professor Brian Cox and Dr Eleanor Schofield at ATOM Festival of Science and Technology 2026
ATOM Festival reveals its 2026 programme – featuring English physicist Brian Cox, FameLab Academy Oxfordshire, and plenty of inspiring activities.
Discover fascinating Living History Festivals at West Horsley Place in 2026
Travel through the years at West Horsley Place and experience living history, fabulous events and much more.
The Shawshank Redemption comes to Wycombe Swan Theatre in March 2026
Step inside the walls of Stephen King’s legendary maximum-security prison and experience the acclaimed stage adaptation of the much-loved novella, as The Shawshank Redemption arrives at the Wycombe Swan Theatre.
Hop into Easter: best fun-filled activities across the South East
From egg-citing hunts and crafty workshops to family-friendly days out, we’ve rounded up some of the best activities near you to make this spring holiday extra special.
Delicious Middle Eastern Dishes: Noor Murad’s Lugma Recipes
Discover flavourful Lugma recipes from Noor Murad’s cookbook Lugma: Abundant Dishes & Stories from My Middle East. Plus, win a copy!
Recipes from The Bell at Ramsbury
James Graham, talented head chef at The Bell at Ramsbury shares two gorgeous recipes to make and tuck into at home
Recipes from The White Hart, Fyfield
We’re sharing two recipes from The White Hart in Fyfield, which was recently named one of the UK’s top 50 gastropubs
Fryer tuck! Easy air fryer recipes
We’re sharing a taste of Healthy Air Fry Feasts: Fast, Easy, High-Protein Recipes in 30 Mins or Less by Christina Kynigos, AKA @VeryHungryGreek
Recipes from The Golden Ball, Henley
Priya & Ben Watson of The Golden Ball in Lower Assendon share two special winter recipes which have the ‘wow’ factor!
Game on! Venison recipes for autumn
We’re sharing two recipes using venison, a sustainable, ethical local meat, thanks to Chiltern Venison & Robin Popham of Create Terroir.
Tucking In! Recipes by Sophie Wyburd
We’re sharing a taste from Tucking In by Sophie Wyburd who is the star chef at this month’s Wild Feast in Otmoor Farm in Great Missenden, Buckinghamshire.
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.
Atul Kochhar’s Chicken Tikka Pie recipe
Atul Kochhar, star of our second Spotlight podcast, shares the recipe for the delicious pie he cooked up for Angela Walker.
Emily Kerrigan’s Gluten-Free Kitchen Recipes & competition
We share fuss-free food inspiration from The Gluten-Free Kitchen by registered nutritionist Emily Kerrigan from Thame, published by Vie, £10.99.
Paul Clerehugh’s Goosebury Crumble
Crooked Billet’s Paul Clerehugh shares his Gooseberry Crumble recipe with Round & About readers.
Petersfield-based author Mikaela Jackson launches empowering book ahead of International Women’s Day 2026
We caught up with the mum-of-two to talk about millennial women, purpose-driven leadership, family life in Stroud, and her favourite local haunts.
Star Q&A: Gardeners’ World star, Adam Frost
Round & About Editor, Liz Nicholls, chats to Gardeners’ World star Adam Frost about pets, plants and passions ahead of his extended spring speaking tour.
Dr Scott Miller on unconditional love, lifelong care and why pets make us better humans
TV vet Dr Scott Miller shares why pets bring unconditional love, improve mental health and enrich our lives.
Kym Marsh syndicated interview – Single White Female
A syndicated interview with Kym Marsh who plays Hedy in Rebecca Reid’s brand-new adaptation of Single White Female.
Chesney Hawkes touring star Q&A
Liz Nicholls chats to musician & dad Chesney Hawkes who is touring the UK in March with his new album Living Arrows
Tom Kerridge chef Star Q&A
Liz Nicholls chats to Tom Kerridge, the double-Michelin starred chef who opened The Hand & Flowers 20 years ago & The Coach 10 years ago
Star Q&A with Tim Rice ahead of tour
Liz Nicholls chats to the multi-award winning, internationally renowned lyricist Sir Tim Rice who returns to a theatre stage near you this spring with Tim Rice My Life In Musicals I Know Him So Well
Star Q&A exclusive with Tom Parker Bowles
The Castle Hotel, Windsor, will welcome British food writer and critic Tom Parker Bowles for an exclusive Q&A event following the release of his latest book, Cooking & The Crown.
Star Q&A with gardening guru Adam Frost
Liz Nicholls chats to dad and Chelsea & Gardeners’ World star Adam Frost whose new book For The Love Of Plants is out on 13th March ahead of his spring UK tour
Chiltern Sound Spa’s Deborah Henderson Q&A
Deborah Henderson, founder of The Chiltern Sound Spa, tells us what she loves most about life in Amersham & nearby
Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen Star Q&A
Liz Nicholls chats to interior designer, dad & grandad Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen, 59, who has helped design Rangeford Villages’ new luxury retirement villages, with his daughter Hermione
Win! A boutique Isle of Wight stay for two with wine tasting & breakfast
This month, we’re offering you the chance to win a stay at boutique seaside guesthouse & wine emporium The Terrace Rooms & Wine in Ventnor on the Isle of Wight.
Win! An easy-to-use Samsung Easology phone bundle
This month, we’re offering you the chance to win the Samsung Easology smartphone bundle, designed to make everyday tech simple and straightforward.
Win! A decadent Crazy Bear stay
We’ve teamed up to offer one lucky winner and their guest a decadent stay at The Crazy Bear in Stadhampton, Oxfordshire
Win! A deluxe GreenPan cookware trio
We’ve teamed up with GreenPan to offer a set of three stainless steel cooking pans worth £199
Win! A boutique Isle of Wight stay for two with wine tasting & breakfast
This month, we’re offering you the chance to win a stay at boutique seaside guesthouse & wine emporium The Terrace Rooms & Wine in Ventnor on the Isle of Wight.
Win! An easy-to-use Samsung Easology phone bundle
This month, we’re offering you the chance to win the Samsung Easology smartphone bundle, designed to make everyday tech simple and straightforward.
Win! A decadent Crazy Bear stay
We’ve teamed up to offer one lucky winner and their guest a decadent stay at The Crazy Bear in Stadhampton, Oxfordshire
Win! A deluxe GreenPan cookware trio
We’ve teamed up with GreenPan to offer a set of three stainless steel cooking pans worth £199
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