Round and About

Spring days out in Wiltshire: Easter trails, timeless treasures & family adventures

Blossom drifts across ancient landscapes, steam engines roar back to life and safari stories unfold — spring invites families to slow down and savour adventure across Wiltshire and beyond.

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.

Guildford Shakespeare Company marks 20 years by expanding life-changing knife crime awareness work

Not only celebrating its 20th year in 2026, Guildford Shakespeare Company’s pioneering knife crime awareness programme has reached over 2,000 young people in its first term.

See legendary British sports broadcaster John Inverdale at Cranleigh Arts

Don’t miss renowned sports broadcaster John Inverdale when he sits down with racing journalist Brough Scott at Cranleigh Arts this spring.

A Midsummer Night’s Dream brings arcane antics to Oxford

Audiences can catch Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream at Oxford Playhouse this spring, with productions taking place in March 2026.

Reading Pancake Race 2026: £8,200 raised to support homelessness

Launchpad’s 29th annual Reading Pancake Race raised £8,200 to support people facing homelessness — with one team flipping their way to victory.

Best Mother’s Day experiences in the South East

Whether mum loves time on the water, a decadent dining experience, hands-on creativity or pure relaxation, there are plenty of thoughtful ways to celebrate close to home this year.