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Young photographers invited to compete in GAP Festival 2026 contest

From wildflowers and otters along the Thames Path to insects and birds in the garden, budding young photographers are encouraged …

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25 years of healing in nature: Karen Sutton on the impact of Root & Branch in Watchfield

Karen Sutton tells how Root & Branch in Watchfield helps people on their road to recovery towards mental and emotional wellbeing, using nature and a safe space.

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Tour unique contemporary works at Braziers Park during Oxfordshire Artweeks 2026

An art exhibition in the atmospheric grade II listed barn at Braziers Park offers a rare chance to explore contemporary creativity and a remarkable slice of local history too.

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Peppa Pig Live is back in a brand new ‘oinktastic’ stage show

Peppa Pig and her family prepare for an oinktastic day of fun, as the world-famous pig appears live on stage at Wycombe Swan, in April 2026.

Dedicate a Forever Flower at Blenheim Palace this May 2026

The Sobell House Hospice Charity team invite you to honour a loved one with a £30 metal flower – displayed at Blenheim Palace, this May 2026.

His Majesty The King visits OXCCU to see sustainable aviation fuel innovation

His Majesty The King visited OXCCU at Begbroke Science Park, gaining a first-hand look at the Oxford University spin-out’s pioneering work.

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Fox & Furb to star on BBC One’s I Made It at Market this April

Don’t miss independent Fleet business Fox & Furb on TV as they star in BBC One’s brand-new series I Made It at Market.

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New sensory garden supports pupils at Farnborough Primary School

Cherrywood Community Primary School in Farnborough has opened a new sensory garden, offering pupils a peaceful, inclusive outdoor space, created with support from the 2025 Kebur Community Project Awards.

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The old and the new: Dawkes bring Billy Joel tribute and contemporary jazz to Maidenhead this April

Spring has sprung in Maidenhead, where Dawkes Music’s state-of-the-art, cosy jazz club-style venue continues to host a series of standout live performances.

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Abingdon’s teacher-turned ceramic artist Kayleigh Scotcher reaches quarter-finals of The Great Pottery Throw Down

Teacher by day and ceramic artist by night… Kayleigh Scotcher reflects on becoming a quarter-finalist on The Great Pottery Throwdown on Channel 4.

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Designing the ideal indoor-outdoor home with Vivus Interiors

Liz Nicholls chats to Tanya Lippuner, founder and lead designer of Vivus Interiors, a female-led interior design team.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

Best family Easter days out in Hampshire & West Sussex – 2026 guide

Discover the best Easter family activities in Hampshire & West Sussex 2026 — egg hunts, steam trains, wildlife trails and more.

Spring in Oxfordshire: Egg hunts, lambs & family fun across the county

Discover the best Oxfordshire Easter activities for 2026, from egg hunts and lambing days to steam trains and family-friendly days out.

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Spring into Easter: Family days out across Buckinghamshire

Discover the best Easter and spring adventures in Buckinghamshire, from baby animals and farm fun to historic houses and miniature railways.

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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.

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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.

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An iconic 90s psychological thriller heads to New Victoria Theatre

Sharing your home can be murder… Discover how, when Single White Female comes to Woking’s New Victoria Theatre in March 2026.

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One of the UK’s most prestigious equestrian events returns for 2026

Get ready for four days of thrilling equestrian action at Windsor Castle when the Royal Windsor Horse Show 2026 showcases international competition, family fun, shopping, and the prestigious Rolex Grand Prix.

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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.

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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

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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

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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!

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Grill seekers! Tom Kerridge barbecue recipes 

Two summer sizzlers from Tom Kerridge’s Outdoor Cooking, published by Bloomsbury with photographs Cristian Barnett.

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Gordon Ramsay Academy recipes

We’re serving up summer sensations thanks to Sally Codling, a chef at Gordon Ramsay Academy in Woking.

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Green goodness in watercress season

Watercress is abundant at this time of year and it’s packed full of goodness with many health benefits.

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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.

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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

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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

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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

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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 

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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.

Star Q&A with chef Clodagh McKenna

Irish chef, author & TV star Clodagh McKenna tells Liz Nicholls a few of her favourite things.

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Towersey Festival Q&A with Billy Bragg

Liz Nicholls chats to singer songwriter and activist Billy Bragg who will star at the last ever Bucks highlight Towersey Festival – the 60th highlight – from 23rd to 26th August, and urges you to book your tickets.

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Star Q&A with Dizzee Rascal

Liz Nicholls shares a chat with Dizzee Rascal MBE who headlines Party In The Paddock at Newbury Racecourse on Saturday, 17th August.

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Star Q&A with Sharron Davies MBE

Liz Nicholls chats to Sharron Davies MBE as she looks forward to The Olympic Games – her 13th – starting later this month in Paris.

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Q&A with music legend Chaka Khan

Liz Nicholls shares a chat with singer Chaka Khan who will star at Nocturne Live at Blenheim in June & Love Supreme festival in Sussex in July

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Star Q&A: Ian Botham

Ian Botham, cricket legend, member of the House of Lords, dad and grandad, 67, chats to us about sport & more.

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ABOUT US

Over the Years

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2025

Round & About now have 31 editions reaching over 620,000 homes each month

22 employees, and over 600 businesses advertising each month

2019

The team won gold for Commercial Team of the Year and Regional Media Brand of the Year

at the British Media Awards 2019

2016

Round & About held
the first of two SO
Food Festivals

in Wallingford in September