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Free Family Fun Day coming to Headley Chase this June
Expect everything from live performers and fairground favourites to delicious food and community spirit at Headley Family Fun Day this June.
The Swan at Streatley launches its first Midsummer Strings Garden Party this July
Enjoy an afternoon of live classical music, open-fire dining and riverside views at The Swan at Streatley.
Q&A with YYY England 2026 Chef Finalist Benjamin Mabley
Local chef Benjamin Mabley returns to national finals aiming to go “full guns blazing”.
Founder opens results-led skin clinic in Berkshire after years of eczema struggles
A new skin clinic has launched in Thatcham with a mission to help clients achieve healthier skin through personalised, results-led treatment plans.
Go wild in Windsor with this year’s Wildlife Garden Awards
Entries are open for the 2026 Wildlife Gardens Awards, so do your bit and give nature a helping hand.
See big names and rising stars at this year’s Oxford Comedy Festival
We chat to Matthew Chadourne ahead of Oxford Comedy Festival which returns with lots of big names, bold previews and brilliantly intimate shows.
Join Paint Abingdon Pink for a day that proves community spirit really can change lives
Paint Abingdon Pink returns this July 2026 with lots of family-friendly music, colour, creativity and community spirit, for Against Breast Cancer.
Discover unique, limited-edition pieces and meet the makers at Handmade Oxford
Handmade Oxford returns to Waterperry Gardens for its sixth edition in June 2026.
See world-class recitals, masterclasses and more during Oxford International Song Festival’s silver anniversary celebration
The Oxford International Song Festival celebrates its 25th anniversary this October 2026.
How independent Oxfordshire business Be Golden is supporting the revival of physical photo albums
We chat to Bobby Adams, owner of Be Golden on Howbery Park in Crowmarsh, about her mission to help us all make the most of our best memories.
Astrology & Tarot for June 2026
What’s in store for you this month? Melanie Harding, founder of Soul Healing Guidance, offers her new monthly guides for all signs…
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
The enduring charm of Midsomer Murders
Bucks tour guide Tony Long ponders the enduring appeal of Midsomer Murders 28 years later…
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
Hejira at Fleet Jazz Club
Sue Tilley tells us about “something really special and unique” at Fleet Jazz Club on July 15th
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
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
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 …
Catch wondrous Willie Dowling live
Book your tickets to see Willie Dowling perform The Simpleton in Bracknell and Milton Keynes.
Vintage vehicles at Woodcote Rally
Heritage transport at its very best is on display at Woodcote Rally, July 13th & 14th, and as Andy Crockett tells us the event has much more to offer too.
Readi for pop and more
The three-day all-ages charity festival by the bank of the Thames in Caversham returns from July 12th to 14th raising funds for the local community.
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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
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!
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…
Star Q&A: Gok Wan
Television star Gok Wan, 47, talks to us ahead of his dazzling star turn as the Man In The Mirror in Snow White at Woking’s New Victoria Theatre from 4th December to 2nd January
Star Q&A: Samantha Womack
Actress, singer, model & director Samantha Womack tells us about festive feelings as she stars as the White Witch in The Lion, The Witch & the Wardrobe at Aylesbury Waterside Theatre as part of its UK tour
Star Q&A: Timmy Mallett
Broadcaster, artist & dad Timmy Mallett, who turns 66 this month, tells Liz Nicholls about family, football, art and his new book Utterly Brilliant – My Life’s Journey
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
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!
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…
Star Q&A: Gok Wan
Television star Gok Wan, 47, talks to us ahead of his dazzling star turn as the Man In The Mirror in Snow White at Woking’s New Victoria Theatre from 4th December to 2nd January
Star Q&A: Samantha Womack
Actress, singer, model & director Samantha Womack tells us about festive feelings as she stars as the White Witch in The Lion, The Witch & the Wardrobe at Aylesbury Waterside Theatre as part of its UK tour
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Over the Years
2025
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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