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The Base Greenham’s Festival of Arts and Crafts returns this summer
The Base Greenham will transform into a lively hub of creativity as it hosts the Festival of Arts and Crafts 2026, running from Saturday 6 to Sunday 21 June.
Could this be the longest Morris dance in history?
One man will morris dance from London to Abingdon and back in just seven days, turning the Thames Path into …
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Win tickets to the opening night of Pub in the Park 2026
Pub in the Park returns, and four lucky readers can experience Marlow’s ultimate food and music festival with this exclusive competition.
This Oxfordshire bakery is serving ice cream inside fresh croissants
Move over waffle cones, we’re eating ice cream from croissants now – thanks to Imma The Bakery.
Could you raise a future guide dog?
Together with Susie Dent, Guide Dogs is calling for volunteers in areas including Didcot and Thame to help care for these future companions.
Market House Reading levels up with new interactive golf simulator experience
Reading’s one-stop social destination is expanding with a new golf simulator, adding a fresh competitive edge for groups, corporate socials, and weekend celebrations.
Road safety in focus at Newbury Neighbourhood Watch meeting this July
With a guest speaker, emergency service updates and a chance to connect with neighbours, this open community meeting offers a closer look at safety issues affecting the local area.
Why Henley’s Bremont is putting British luxury watches back on the global map
With aviation heritage, engineering flair and a distinctly British approach to luxury timekeeping, Henley’s Bremont’s British style represents a moment in time.
Join a friendly gardening group for over-50s in Berkshire
Discover the joy of veg & company with Twyford Growers, as the group invites over-50s to get involved this spring.
Newbury Old Library reimagined as new creative hub
A vibrant new space for arts, classes, performances and community connection has now opened its doors in Newbury.
Discover the joy of sailing at Reading Sailing Club’s Open Day
Miroslava Flimelova invites you to the Reading Sailing Club open day on 9 May 2026 to experience the joy of being on the open water.
East Meon Flower Festival is back in all its blooming glory
Don’t miss your chance to see beautiful blooms and flourishing florets at East Meon Flower Festival, when it returns this May 2026.
A season of stunning performances, classic picnics and Champagne moments at Garsington Opera 2026
There’s so much to enjoy at Garsington Opera 2026 as it returns for a spectacular summer season.
Mike Stoneham brings Shakespeare’s most raucous rogue to life on stage in Oxford with Falstaff
Falstaff promises a theatrical experience that is as bold and boisterous as the man himself this April 2026.
Two epic UK events set to ignite Silverstone and Goodwood
Mark your calendars – Japfest is back for 2026 with not one but two celebrations of Japanese automotive passion.
GuilFest 2026: Sophie Ellis-Bextor and The Proclaimers to headline Guildford’s biggest summer festival
Seven stages, huge headline acts and entertainment for all ages will transform Stoke Park into Guildford’s biggest summer party when GuilFest returns this July 2026.
New family mystery trail launches at RHS Garden Wisley
Become a detective in Surrey this Easter with RHS Garden Wisley’s interactive trail for families – and help rescue the Easter Bunny.
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 …
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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.
Win! A WorldFeast banquet, delivered
Win a vibrant South Indian banquet for four people delivered to your door this season, thanks to WorldFeast.
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.
Star Q&A: Double Michelin-starred chef, Raymond Blanc
Liz Nicholls chats food, festivals & more with Raymond Blanc OBE who stars at Blenheim Palace Food Festival in May…
‘Working at The Beacon feels very much like coming home’ – meet the Amersham headmaster making a difference
As the prep prepares to welcome girls for the first time, headmaster Nick Baker shares his thoughts on local life, education and the community he calls home
Star Q&A: Horticulturist and author, David Domoney
Liz Nicholls chats to gardener and author David Domoney.
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.
Win tickets to the opening night of Pub in the Park 2026
Pub in the Park returns, and four lucky readers can experience Marlow’s ultimate food and music festival with this exclusive competition.
Win! A WorldFeast banquet, delivered
Win a vibrant South Indian banquet for four people delivered to your door this season, thanks to WorldFeast.
Win! A pair of ShyneFest tickets
Win tickets to one of Surrey’s friendliest festivals as ShyneFest returns on 29 & 30 May 2026.
Win! No VPL String Nix thongs worth £150
Five pairs of sustainable luxe String Nix thongs worth £150 to be won…
Win! SmartyPlants plant sensors
House plant care sensors from SmartyPlants to win in our May competition…
Win! A Toucan Smart Home Security bundle worth £249.99
This month, one lucky winner can enjoy a premium Toucan Smart Home Security bundle worth £249.99.
Win! A stay at a beautifully restored 17th-century inn and foodie destination in Oxfordshire
We’re raising a toast to The Chequers in Berrick Salome – a beautifully restored 17th-century inn and foodie destination – where you could win a stay…
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Win tickets to the opening night of Pub in the Park 2026
Pub in the Park returns, and four lucky readers can experience Marlow’s ultimate food and music festival with this exclusive competition.
Win! A WorldFeast banquet, delivered
Win a vibrant South Indian banquet for four people delivered to your door this season, thanks to WorldFeast.
Win! A pair of ShyneFest tickets
Win tickets to one of Surrey’s friendliest festivals as ShyneFest returns on 29 & 30 May 2026.
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