To celebrate English Tourism Week 2026, we’re proud to be shining a spotlight on some of the very best reasons to visit Newbury. Steeped in history and surrounded by some
Newbury BID is delighted to confirm that the Antique & Vintage Street Market will return to Newbury town centre for four dates in 2026. Following a successful launch last year
Now that 2026 is well underway, we’re already looking forward to summer and the return of the Newbury BID Krazy Races on Sunday, 26th July 2026. Team applications are open,
*Update 3rd February 2026* Along with the event organisers Refugee Support Group, we have taken the difficult decision to postpone this year’s event owing to a few logistical hurdles.While this
The nominations are in and the shortlist has been announced – it’s time to cast your vote to help decide the winner of the People’s Choice Award at the 2025
Newbury, you asked for it… and we listened! After the roaring success of the town’s first-ever Newbury BID Krazy Races in 2025 – with thousands of spectators lining the streets,
We’d like to share a huge thank you to all the wonderful volunteers who joined us for our second Community Clean-Up of the year on Thursday, 18th September. We love
On a sunny August Bank Holiday Sunday, thousands of spectators lined the streets of Newbury to witness the town’s very first Newbury BID Krazy Races Soapbox Challenge – a brand-new,
We are so proud to be sponsoring the brand new People’s Choice Award at this year’s Greenham Trust Charity Awards! When Greenham Trust mentioned they were looking to launch a
This summer, Visit Newbury is excited to announce two evenings of late night shopping in Newbury town centre, on Thursday 3rd July and Thursday 7th August. We’ve received a few
It was a beautiful spring morning in Newbury as hundreds of residents and visitors gathered to celebrate the much-anticipated return of the town’s beloved Paddington statue on Wednesday, 9th April.
Paddington’s short adventure away from Newbury is nearly over, as Newbury Business Improvement District confirms the town’s beloved statue will be returning to its rightful home this week. Following essential
Springtime in Newbury is a delightful season, bringing with it vibrant landscapes, charming countryside attractions, and exciting opportunities for exploring both locally and further afield. This April, Go Green Taxis
Krazy Races, in partnership with Newbury BID, is proud to announce Daisy’s Dream as its official headline charity partner for the inaugural Newbury BID Krazy Races on Sunday, 24th August
Over 40 volunteers from local businesses joined forces with Newbury BID for the first Community Clean-Up of the year on Thursday, 20th March. On the first official day of Spring,
Two men were sentenced at Reading Magistrates’ Court today for the theft and damage of Newbury’s Paddington statue earlier this month. Following the court proceedings, Trish Willetts, Newbury BID CEO
Newbury’s popular Artisan Market is set to return on Sunday, April 27, 2025, with a larger footprint across the town and a whole variety of new and favourite makers, bakers,
Newbury made international headlines earlier this month when its beloved bear statue was vandalised overnight, sparking widespread social media attention. The story quickly gained traction across local and national media
The excitement is building as the Newbury BID Krazy Races Soapbox Derby gears up to take over the town on Sunday, 24th August 2025! With preparations well underway, the public
UPDATE 17th March 2025: Paddington statue undergoing repairs ahead of reinstallation in Newbury town centre In the early hours of Sunday 2nd March, Newbury’s much-loved Paddington statue was vandalised and
The Newbury BID Krazy Races Soapbox Derby is coming to Newbury on Sunday, 24th August 2025! We’re excited to announce the search for the Headline Charity partner for the event,
Berkshire has been put back on the map this winter after achieving accreditation as a Local Visitor Economy Partnership (LVEP) from VisitEngland. It means the Partnership, which includes Visit Newbury
The UK’s largest touring Soapbox Derby is coming to Newbury this summer, and the search is on for 40 fearless teams ready to race for glory! Krazy Races will take
The Visit Newbury team is thrilled to announce the overwhelming success of our very first Newbury Christmas Heroes campaign, which received hundreds of heartfelt nominations from across the community. Following the nominations,
Newbury is set for its biggest Christmas celebration yet and the Racecourse is part of the festivities on Saturday 16th November. The official afterparty will see Denise Van Outen perform
Visit Newbury is delighted to announce the launch of the Newbury Christmas Heroes campaign, a new initiative designed to celebrate the amazing people of our town. We are calling for
The festive season is upon us, and Newbury is set to dazzle with its biggest Christmas celebration yet! Newbury BID, the not-for-profit organisation behind Visit Newbury, is thrilled to announce an expanded
Embrace the festive spirit while indulging in artistic wonders at the upcoming Newbury Artisan Market: Christmas Edition! This fantastically festive event is scheduled to grace the streets of Newbury on
December 2 marks the eleventh Small Business Saturday to date, a nationwide initiative providing a much-needed spotlight on local businesses. Small businesses have occasionally been overlooked in favour of larger
The air was filled with festive cheer on Saturday 18 November, as Newbury experienced a record-breaking turnout at this year’s Christmas Lights Switch On Festival. Marking the official commencement of
Unwrap the Magic of Christmas in Newbury with Visit Newbury’s Christmas Lights Switch On Festival As the holiday season approaches, Newbury is embracing the spirit of Christmas with open arms,
Newbury, a town steeped in history and charm, transformed into a Halloween wonderland this October, with thousands taking part in an array of thrilling experiences that left visitors spellbound. The
Visit Newbury Announces Free Ghost Town Shop Trail for Halloween Newbury Business Improvement District (BID), the organisation behind Visit Newbury, has announced a thrilling free experience for families this October
Visit Newbury Presents: The Psycho Path Pub Trail Newbury Business Improvement District (BID), the organisation behind Visit Newbury, has unveiled the Psycho Path Pub Trail, a unique Halloween experience for
Newbury’s Festival of the Moon Wraps Up with Stellar Success The enchanting Festival of the Moon has concluded its three-week lunar extravaganza, leaving visitors spellbound with over 100 celestial-themed events
Join the Celestial Celebration: Newbury’s Festival of the Moon Enters Final Days 31 August 2023 — Since its launch on 15 August, the Festival of the Moon has illuminated Newbury
Visit Newbury Welcomes You to a Summer Spectacular: Over 100 Events in the Heart of Town Visit Newbury, the organisation behind Newbury BID, warmly invites you this summer to enjoy
Newbury BID Launches The Festival of the Moon This Summer Newbury Business Improvement District (BID), the not-for-profit organisation behind Visit Newbury, is welcoming the artist Luke Jerram’s remarkable installation, the
Festival of the Moon Shines Bright as Newbury’s Spectacular Summer Event Launches. Newbury, August 15, 2023 – The moonlit magic of the Festival of the Moon has officially graced Newbury’s
Festival Of the Moon: Newbury’s Exciting Shop Trail Adventure Visit Newbury, the organisation behind Newbury BID, is inviting families to step into a lunar adventure with the Festival of the
Visit Newbury Kicks Off the Festival of the Moon Pub Trail Visit Newbury, the organisation behind Newbury BID, is celebrating the launch of the much-anticipated Festival of the Moon with
A perfect day out in the UK’s 12th friendliest town! Newbury’s Festival of the Moon awaits you. It’s official! Booking.com has awarded Newbury the title of 12th friendliest town in
Newbury BID Introduces Sponsorship Opportunities to drive Business Growth Newbury Business Improvement District (BID) has announced the launch of new sponsorship opportunities, aimed at supporting businesses and driving growth. As
CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD YOUR PUB TRAIL 4, 3, 2,1! The countdown has begun! As part of the Festival of the Moon, Newbury’s summer pub trail launches on 15 August!
CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD YOUR SHOP TRAIL What’s in the window? Put your space boots on and join Visit Newbury on a fantastic moon themed, family-fun, trail around some of
Entertain the Kids without breaking the bank this summer Newbury’s Festival of the Moon has you covered! In our current cost-of-living crisis, many parents are facing the challenge of finding
Newbury BID Announces Deal to Continue Newbury Artisan Market Newbury BID (Business Improvement District), the not-for-profit organisation behind the Visit Newbury brand which was established by local businesses for local
Visit Newbury has announced its Easter Events calendar, designed to entertain the whole family with a series of fun, free experiences over Half Term. Jump to Sign Up! The events,
2023 is ticking along quickly, and it’s great to see so many businesses thriving. With so many incredible events, webinars, meetings, and opportunities just around the corner, we thought we’d
Wow, what a year 2022 was! As COVID was less prominent (thank goodness!), it has been an absolute joy to resume the fun events, entertainment and meet-ups that have been
The successful event returns for 2022 and Newbury BID invite you to join the festivities! We’re delighted to announce that the annual Christmas Lights Switch-On event will be returning for
Newbury Business Improvement District (BID), the not-for-profit organisation behind the Visit Newbury brand, is backing the Business SOS campaign, alongside other BID partners across the UK. Together, we’re calling on
Newbury Business Improvement District (BID), the not-for-profit organisation behind the Visit Newbury brand, is deeply saddened by the passing of Queen Elizabeth II and our heartfelt thoughts and prayers are
Save the date for the first themed event of its kind for the town Newbury Business Improvement District (BID) is delighted to confirm that a three-day Victorian Christmas Fayre will
The Business Improvement District recently launched a brand new ‘Independent Retail’ mapin time for Independents’ Day UK weekend Newbury Business Improvement District (BID) is thrilled to support the local independent
There’s a notable buzz around Newbury as local residents and visitors take advantage of the new and exciting business ventures cropping up in the town centre. Floral Beauts becomes the
Lamppost banners consisting of five different and bespoke artworks showcasing Newbury’s most notable icons and landmarks have recently been installed across Newbury town centre, as part of Newbury Business Improvement
Newbury Business Improvement District (BID) businesses have made their voices heard and voted “yes” for another five-year BID term. Ballot results released by the independent scrutineer, Civica Election Services, revealed
We’re currently in ballot until Thursday 24th February, with the results due to be announced on 25th February. More than 500 levy-paying businesses within the defined geographical BID area in
Welcome to your fortnightly update from the Newbury BID team, including the latest news from the business community, Newbury Town Council, West Berkshire Council, and the Government. Look out for
Welcome to your fortnightly update from the Newbury BID team, including the latest news from the business community, Newbury Town Council, West Berkshire Council, and the Government. Look out for
We are preparing to go to ballot over a 4-week period, from Thursday 27th January until Thursday 24th February. Prior to this date on 25th January, ballot papers will be sent to
Welcome to your fortnightly update from the Newbury BID team, including the latest news from the business community, Newbury Town Council, West Berkshire Council, Thames Valley Police, and the Government.
We recently arranged the installation of a new WIFI-based CCTV system across Newbury town centre for 2022 and beyond. We first became responsible for the town centre CCTV in 2017, when there was no operating agreement in place for the service, leaving public safety
Welcome to your fortnightly update from the Newbury BID team, including the latest news from the business community, Newbury Town Council, West Berkshire Council, Thames Valley Police, and the Government.
Welcome to your fortnightly update from the Newbury BID team, including the latest news from the business community, Newbury Town Council, West Berkshire Council, Thames Valley Police, and the Government.
Welcome to your fortnightly update from the Newbury BID team, including the latest news from the business community, Newbury Town Council, West Berkshire Council, Thames Valley Police, and the Government.
We’re delighted to share that their first ever day-long Christmas Lights Switch-On Festival was a huge success. On the day of the event, which took place from 10am to 9pm on
Welcome to your fortnightly update from the Newbury BID team, including the latest news from the business community, Newbury Town Council, West Berkshire Council, Thames Valley Police, and the Government.
We’re thrilled to not only announce an all-new Vegan Christmas Market coming to town on the weekend of the highly anticipated Christmas Lights Switch-On Festival, but the creation of a
Welcome to your fortnightly update from the Newbury BID team, including the latest news from the business community, Newbury Town Council, West Berkshire Council, Thames Valley Police, and the Government.
A wide-scale ‘Christmas in Newbury’ marketing campaign has recently been launched by Newbury Business Improvement District (BID), the not-for-profit organisation behind our Visit Newbury brand. We’ve been allocated up to
We’re delighted to have been allocated up to £100,000 by West Berkshire Council to support town centre recovery following the pandemic as part of the new Welcome Back Fund via the European Regional Development
Welcome to your fortnightly update from the Newbury BID team, including the latest news from the business community, Newbury Town Council, West Berkshire Council, Thames Valley Police, and the Government.
Welcome to your fortnightly update from the Newbury BID team, including the latest news from the business community, Newbury Town Council, West Berkshire Council, Thames Valley Police, and the Government.
We’re joining Parkway Shopping to bring three spook-tacular FREE events to Newbury this Halloween! From Wednesday 26th to Saturday 29th October, local residents and visitors from across the region are
Welcome to your fortnightly update from the Newbury BID team, including the latest news from the business community, Newbury Town Council, West Berkshire Council, Thames Valley Police, and the Government.
On Thursday 26th August, we reached out to local businesses in Newbury town centre, asking them to nominate outstanding members of staff to win a pair of tickets to the hugely
Welcome to your fortnightly update from the Newbury BID team, including the latest news from the business community, Newbury Town Council, West Berkshire Council, Thames Valley Police, and the Government.
We’re delighted to confirm that a three-day Victorian Christmas Fayre will be coming to Newbury this year as part of an enhanced festive offering for the town. Taking place across the first
Welcome to your fortnightly update from the Newbury BID team, including the latest news from the business community, Newbury Town Council, West Berkshire Council, Thames Valley Police, and the Government.
Welcome to your weekly update from the Newbury BID team, including the latest news from the business community, Newbury Town Council, West Berkshire Council, Thames Valley Police, and the Government.
Welcome to your weekly update from the Newbury BID team, including the latest news from the business community, Newbury Town Council, West Berkshire Council, Thames Valley Police, and the Government.
On Monday 19th July, step 4 of the government’s roadmap came into force, lifting most legal restrictions across the country. This so-called ‘final phase’ of the Covid roadmap enables businesses across
Welcome to your weekly update from the Newbury BID team, including the latest news from the business community, Newbury Town Council, West Berkshire Council, Thames Valley Police, and the Government.
Welcome to your weekly update from the Newbury BID team, including the latest news from the business community, Newbury Town Council, West Berkshire Council, Thames Valley Police, and the Government.
With the Government announcing yesterday that the move to Step 4 of the roadmap will take place on Monday 19th July 2021, please find suggestions below for sector-specific actions to
Welcome to your weekly update from the Newbury BID team, including the latest news from the business community, Newbury Town Council, West Berkshire Council, Thames Valley Police, and the Government.
Welcome to your weekly update from the Newbury BID team, including the latest news from the business community, Newbury Town Council, West Berkshire Council, Thames Valley Police, and the Government.
Welcome to your weekly update from the Newbury BID team, including the latest news from the business community, Newbury Town Council, West Berkshire Council, Thames Valley Police, and the Government.
Welcome to your weekly update from the Newbury BID team, including the latest news from the business community, Newbury Town Council, West Berkshire Council, Thames Valley Police, and the Government.
We are delighted to announce that we have strengthened our Board of Directors and welcomed several new wider Board Members to help support the town centre’s economic recovery as we
Welcome to your weekly update from the Newbury BID team, including the latest news from the business community, Newbury Town Council, West Berkshire Council, Thames Valley Police, and the Government.
Welcome to your weekly update from the Newbury BID team, including the latest news from the business community, Newbury Town Council, West Berkshire Council, Thames Valley Police, and the Government.
Welcome to your weekly update from the Newbury BID team, including the latest news from the business community, Newbury Town Council, West Berkshire Council, Thames Valley Police, and the Government.
Welcome to your weekly update from the Newbury BID team, including the latest news from the business community, Newbury Town Council, West Berkshire Council, Thames Valley Police, and the Government.
Welcome to your weekly update from the Newbury BID team, including the latest news from the business community, Newbury Town Council, West Berkshire Council, Thames Valley Police, and the Government.
With less than one week to go until hospitality venues can reopen indoors, the remaining pubs and eateries in Newbury town centre are preparing to welcome back their first customers. Despite the second stage of lockdown 3 easing on 12th April, over half of Newbury town centre’s cafes,
Welcome to your weekly update from the Newbury BID team, including the latest news from the business community, Newbury Town Council, West Berkshire Council, Thames Valley Police, and the Government.
We are so thrilled to share with you the re-launch of our Visit Newbury website. Whilst working tirelessly to help non-essential businesses prepare for reopening on Monday 12th April, we were also busy creating a brand-new version of our website to align with the big
Welcome to your weekly update from the Newbury BID team, including the latest news from the business community, Newbury Town Council, West Berkshire Council, Thames Valley Police, and the Government.
With many retail, hospitality and leisure venues opening their doors last week for the first time in months, visitors flocked to Newbury town centre to shop, eat, drink, and even
The results are in! The results of Newbury’s Christmas Window Trail Competition are finally in- albeit later than anticipated thanks to lockdown! Trail hosts Visit Newbury, Parkway Shopping, and Kennet
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