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Haringtons crowned Salon Group of the Year at UK hair awards

A Buckinghamshire-based salon group has scooped one of the industry’s biggest accolades at a prestigious London awards ceremony.

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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.

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10 perfect picnic spots across Berkshire, Buckinghamshire & Oxfordshire

Discover our favourite local spots to roll out a blanket and make the most of the warmer months.

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Watch England’s World Cup matches with football legends at Berystede Hotel & Spa

Head to the Berystede Hotel & Spa in Ascot to watch England’s World Cup games and find out more about a very special book.

Donnington & Co. launch bottomless afternoon tea experience

A limited-time afternoon tea experience in Berkshire adds a sparkling twist this spring, pairing traditional sweet and savoury favourites with free-flowing prosecco.

Haringtons Beaconsfield invites you to nominate your local heroes for a free haircut and blow-dry

Liz Nicholls chats to Richard and the team at Haringtons Beaconsfield, who invite you to nominate your local heroes for the Community Chair.

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Operation Mincemeat brings West End magic to Oxford stage this spring

Oxford welcomes the Olivier Award-winning musical Operation Mincemeat for a limited run.

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Cookham author launches children’s book inspired by the Thames

In an exciting new chapter for author and mum Amanda Boulding, Save Our River! has been published by The Lela Initiative as the first title in a new children’s series, The Willow Bank Tales.

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Over 100 cask ales on the lineup for Beerex 2026

Get your taste buds ready to ‘drink for charity’ at the 48th Beerex this April 2026.

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Haslemere Biodiversity launches series of free nature-focused events

Haslemere Biodiversity is inviting residents from across the area to take part in a series of public events looking at the Haslemere Nature Recovery Strategy.

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Daisy Sandwiches launches new food trailer popping up at events across Godalming

Look out for a new trailer dishing up fresh sandwiches, savouries and sweet treats around Godalming as Daisy Sandwiches hits the road.

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Oxford Literary Festival 2026: Dates, speakers and what’s on

The Oxford Literary Festival returns for spring 2026 with a packed nine-day programme of talks, debates and family events across the city.

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Thame Players Theatre hosts free Open Day in February 2026

Interested in seeing what goes on backstage at the theatre? The Players invite you to take an exclusive peek behind the curtain and discover how a production really comes together.

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Henley Royal Regatta returns for 185th year in 2026

See world-class rowing at one of the best-known boating competitions in the world, when the 185th annual Henley Royal Regatta returns this June and July 2026.

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Remember Monday Q&A ahead of Blenheim

Not long to go until and another star-spangled Nocturne Live against the stunning backdrop of Blenheim Palace! Remember Monday share their thoughts ahead of supporting The Corrs and Natalie Imbruglia on 21st June

Saddle up for Newbury Cycle Festival

Get on your bike and join in the fun at the inaugural Newbury Cycle Festival on Saturday, 14th June

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The enduring charm of Midsomer Murders 

Bucks tour guide Tony Long ponders the enduring appeal of Midsomer Murders 28 years later… 

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Godalming sings gospel

Christine Sargrove tells us how the inspiring voices of Godalming Community Gospel Choir can help you reconnect with yourself and your community

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Hejira at Fleet Jazz Club

Sue Tilley tells us about “something really special and unique” at Fleet Jazz Club on July 15th

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Blenheim Food Festival – Star Q&A with Melissa Hemsley  

Former private chef turned food columnist, best-selling cookbook author, real food activist and sustainability champion Melissa Hemsley chats to us ahead of Blenheim Palace Food Festival, 24th to 26th May 

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Hampshire Hobbits tale to theatre tour

Originating at The Watermill Theatre last year, director Paul Hart’s The Lord of the Rings – A Musical Tale promises to be the theatre smash of next year

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Windsor Local History Group open day

You're all invited to find out more about this friendly group, between 11am & 4pm on Saturday, 2nd November Now …

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Recipes: Life on the veg

Healthy, satisfying meals, that are quick and easy to prepare and come in on a tight budget are essential as we start 2023

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Star Q&A: Tom Kerridge

Michelin-starred chef & dad Tom Kerridge, 49, chats to Liz about life, loves and his Full Time Meals campaign with Marcus Rashford.

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Star Q&A: Ainsley Harriott

We chat to chef, TV presenter & dad Ainsley Harriott MBE, 65, about love, laughs & living well.

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Pancake Day!

Our easy to make pancake recipe!

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Recipes: Life on the veg

Healthy, satisfying meals, that are quick and easy to prepare and come in on a tight budget are essential as we start 2023

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Star Q&A: Tom Kerridge

Michelin-starred chef & dad Tom Kerridge, 49, chats to Liz about life, loves and his Full Time Meals campaign with Marcus Rashford.

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Star Q&A: Ainsley Harriott

We chat to chef, TV presenter & dad Ainsley Harriott MBE, 65, about love, laughs & living well.

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Pancake Day!

Our easy to make pancake recipe!

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Star Q&A: Tony Blackburn

Radio DJ legend, dad & grandad Tony Blackburn chats to Liz Nicholls ahead of his Sounds Of The 60s live tour at a theatre near you.

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Star Q&A: Zoe Lyons

Comedian Zoe Lyons shares her thoughts ahead of her Bald Ambition live comedy tour which visits Aldershot, Banbury, Farnham, Salisbury, Maidenhead & more

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Star Q&A: Lesley Joseph

Lesley Joseph chats to us about meeting the Pope, Birds Of A Feather, her pal Maureen Lipman and the joy of starring in Sister Act at the Apollo until 28th August

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Star Q&A: Kim Wilde

Kim Wilde chats to Liz Nicholls about performing at Heritage Live, alongside Boy George, Lulu, Gabrielle & more, including Ardingly on Saturday, 16th July and Englefield House on Saturday, 23rd July.

Star Q&A: Katherine Jenkins

Liz Nicholls chats to mezzo soprano Katherine Jenkins OBE ahead of her performance at Henley Festival, 6th-10th July.

Star Q&A: James Blunt

Musician & dad James Blunt, 48, chats to Liz Nicholls ahead of his performances at Cornbury & more festivals this summer…

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Star Q&A: Toyah Willcox

Musician Toyah Willcox, who turns 64 this month, shares her excitement for a summer of festivals, including Let’s Rock where she is set to star…

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Star Q&A: Steve Backshall

Explorer, naturalist, presenter & dad Steve Backshall MBE, 48, talks to Liz Nicholls ahead of his Ocean show at a venue near you.

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Star Q&A: Kelly Jones

Liz Nicholls chats to musician & dad Kelly Jones as the Stereophonics release their new album Oochya and hit the road for their UK tour

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Star Q&A: Justin Fletcher

TV megastar Justin Fletcher MBE tells us about his influences as he steps out to a venue near you for his all-singing and dancing live show Justin Live – The Big Tour!

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Star Q&A: Ray Mears

Local television star & bushcraft expert Ray Mears, 57, tells us more about his new We Are Nature book & theatre show to help us “tune in and turn on” to nature…

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30 years

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