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Cathy Rentzenbrink’s love of books, life and Agatha Christie
Cathy Rentzenbrink tells us about her soft spot for Agatha Christie, and her own story, ahead of her talk on 3rd November at Abingdon Trinity Church.
Discover the colourful stories behind great artists’ masterpieces
Explore the relationship between colour and creativity with Alexandra Loske this October.
Flat & the Curves bring their outrageous musical comedy to Didcot
Award-winning musical comedy trio Flat & the Curves bring their gloriously outrageous show to Didcot this November.
Meet Oxfordshire’s adrenaline-loving activities coordinator
From caring for others to throwing herself out of a plane, Blerta Cesula is making the most of life in Oxfordshire.
Be quick to spot beautiful bats in Oxfordshire this month
A magical evening at Hill End sent Liz Nicholls into the twilight in search of bats – and left her with a new bedtime ritual.
Oxford International Song Festival celebrates 25 years with a spectacular programme
The Oxford International Song Festival returns this autumn for its 25th anniversary – here’s what to expect.
Raise a glass to Rioja: 12 wines to try this autumn
Round & About’s resident wine columnist Giles Luckett indulges his passion for Rioja and picks his top 12 bottles to savour for 2026.
Roll the dice with Guys and Dolls in Haslemere
Step into 1950s New York as the Haslemere Players bring the much-loved musical Guys and Dolls to life.
Astrology & Tarot for October 2026
What’s in store for you this month? Melanie Harding, founder of Soul Healing Guidance, offers her new monthly guides for all signs…
12 best pumpkin patches in Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire for autumn 2026
Discover the best places to pick pumpkins across Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire this autumn.
Spooky October: Family days out across the Thames Valley & beyond
Wrap up warm, grab your wellies and make the most of the season – spooky or otherwise!
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.
Fitwaffle’s No-Bake Baking recipes for families
We’re sharing a taste of easy oven-free recipes from the book by Eloise Head AKA Fitwaffle who will star at Big Feastival.
Recipes from The Fast 800 Keto book
We’re sharing a taste of The Fast 800 Keto recipe book, as seen on Channel 4’s Lose A Stone In 21 days by Dr Clare Bailey who is on tour with her husband Dr Michael Mosely this month
Recipes from The Skint Cook
We’re sharing a taste of inspiration from The Skint Cook, by Jamie Oliver’s Cookbook Challenge TV series finalist Ian Bursnall, out on 18th January
Diwali recipes & takeaway competition
Diwali recipes from Atul Kochhar and a chance to win a takeaway from one of his Bucks restaurant.
Sale e Pepe’s iconic Italian recipes
We share a taste of la dolce vita from Sale e Pepe which recently had a complete refurb ahead of its 50th anniversary.
Emily Roux’s packed lunch recipes
Chef Emily Roux and Lexus have rustled up some posh packed lunches to enjoy in the car or on your next road trip!
Grill seekers! Tom Kerridge barbecue recipes
Two summer sizzlers from Tom Kerridge’s Outdoor Cooking, published by Bloomsbury with photographs Cristian Barnett.
Gordon Ramsay Academy recipes
We’re serving up summer sensations thanks to Sally Codling, a chef at Gordon Ramsay Academy in Woking.
Green goodness in watercress season
Watercress is abundant at this time of year and it’s packed full of goodness with many health benefits.
Italian delights from Gennaro Contaldo’s
We’re sharing a taste of Gennaro’s Cucina: Hearty Money-Saving Meals from an Italian Kitchen by Gennaro Contaldo, out now published by Pavilion Books.
February recipes: Batch of the day!
Here’s a taste of Suzanne Mulholland’s The Batch Lady: Cooking on a Budget, out now, published by HarperCollins
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
Kate Mosse Labyrinth Live Star Q&A
Kate Mosse talks to Liz Nicholls ahead of the Labyrinth Live: Unlocking The Secrets of the Labyrinth tour, at a theatre near you between February & April, to mark the 20th anniversary of her bestselling book
Wycombe Swan panto star Vernon Star Q&A
Liz Nicholls chats to Radio 2 star & dad Vernon Kay who stars in Aladdin at Wycombe Swan, 13th December to 5th January
Star Q&A with Craig Revel Horwood
Director & choreographer of NOW That’s What I Call A Musical gives us an insight into the stage show.
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