The PSPO gives the police additional powers in tackling antisocial behaviour in the town centre, and Thames Valley Police have requested that the PSPO is extended for a further three years.

West Berkshire Council would like to hear in particular whether you think the PSPO should be discharged or extended.

You can find more details, supporting documentation, and information on how to share your thoughts at www.westberks.gov.uk/newbury-town-centre-pspo-review.

Hard copies of the survey will also be available from West Berkshire Council offices and Newbury Library. Alternatively, people can call 01635 551111 and leave their contact details to request a paper copy by post.

All responses must be submitted by Monday 9th November 2026. The final decision on the future of the PSPO is expected to be made in January 2027.

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As part of the Greenham Trust Charity Awards programme, the People’s Choice Award demonstrates the Trust’s commitment to supporting local good causes and gives the public the unique opportunity to vote for one of five shortlisted local charities to receive a £5,000 grant. The other award winners, including the prestigious Greenham Trust Charity of the Year Award, are decided by a judging panel.

The People’s Choice Award is a brand new category for 2025, and is proudly sponsored by Visit Newbury.

The five shortlisted charities are:

Berkshire Youth

Berkshire Youth supports children and young people on their journey from childhood to young adulthood through youth programmes and activities. Their services are open to all, however most of their beneficiaries are vulnerable young people who need extra support.

Bridge for Young People

Bridge for Young People supports vulnerable 16–25-year-olds who have come from foster care, a children’s home or have been homeless. They provide them with a home and support so they can move on to become happy and independent young people.

Citizens Advice West Berkshire

Citizens Advice West Berkshire helps people when life gets tough. They give free, confidential, and independent advice. Their advisers support people with problems such as debt, housing, benefits, employment, consumer issues and family difficulties.

Swings & Smiles

Swings & Smiles offers specialist support to children and young people with disabilities as well as their families. Their centre in Thatcham, A Place to Play, gives 0–19 year-olds with disabilities the chance to enjoy play in a safe, supportive environment.

West Berkshire Therapy Centre

West Berkshire Therapy Centre supports people with a wide range of health conditions, including Parkinson’s, MS and stroke. The Centre offers individually tailored exercise routines using specialist power-assisted equipment which help to improve mobility and reduce pain.

Voting is now open, and everyone is encouraged to take part. Only one vote per person is permitted, and voting will close at midnight on Sunday, 2 November 2025.  The winner will be announced at the Greenham Trust Charity Awards at the Corn Exchange, Newbury on Thursday 6 November.

To learn more about the charity awards and cast your vote in the People’s Choice Award, visit: greenhamtrust.com/awards-voting

Chris Boulton, Chief Executive of Greenham Trust, said: “The People’s Choice Award empowers the public to directly support an organisation that matters to them. Each of these finalists is doing outstanding work, and this is a chance for the community to get behind them in a meaningful way.”

Ben Beardmore-Gray, Marketing Manager at Newbury Business Improvement District adds: “When Greenham Trust mentioned they were looking to launch a new award category that the public could vote on, we knew straight away this was a category we would love to be involved in. The shortlist for the People’s Choice Award includes some brilliant local charities, all of whom work tirelessly to help make a real, meaningful impact on local people’s lives. By sponsoring the People’s Choice Award, we are delighted to be able to use our public-facing Visit Newbury brand to help shine a very bright spotlight on the fantastic and selfless work they do.” 

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Enjoy Significant Savings
With the special Visit Newbury discount, getting around has never been easier or more affordable. To take advantage of this fantastic offer, simply use the discount code “visitnewbury” when booking via the user-friendly Go Green Taxis app or by calling their friendly call centre team.

Thanks to this special offer, a Newbury to Heathrow Airport Taxi can now cost you as little as £78, perfect for business trips, holidays, or hassle-free connections to flights. Locally, a trip to the majestic Highclere Castle, famous for being the filming location of the much-loved TV series Downton Abbey, will now set you back less than £12. With such remarkable savings, exploring Newbury and the surrounding areas becomes not only more appealing but also budget-friendly.

Exploring Newbury’s Local Attractions
Newbury is rich with local attractions, including picturesque countryside walks, fascinating historical sites, and thriving cultural venues. With Go Green Taxis’ special April discount, visitors have an excellent opportunity to experience everything Newbury has to offer with ease.

Spend a leisurely day at Highclere Castle, exploring its splendid gardens, historic architecture, and fascinating Egyptian exhibition. Or, why not venture into the charming town centre to discover local shops, boutiques, and eateries, all accessible quickly and affordably by taxi?

Easy Booking Process
Booking with Go Green Taxis is straightforward and convenient. Users can either download the easy-to-navigate Go Green Taxis app, available for both iOS and Android, or speak directly to the call centre staff who are always ready to assist. Simply input or mention the discount code “visitnewbury” when making your booking to instantly secure your 20% saving.

Supporting Your Local Economy
Choosing Go Green Taxis Newbury isn’t just about convenience and savings, it’s also a great way to support the local economy. As a locally-owned business deeply integrated into the community, Go Green Taxis contributes positively to Newbury’s economy and employment. By opting for their service, visitors and residents alike actively support local jobs and sustainable business practices.

Embrace the spring season in style, comfort, and eco-consciousness with Go Green Taxis Newbury.

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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!

Take part in our moonlit pub trail and explore all of the fantastic venues Newbury has to offer. Collect your trail card from any of the venues taking part or request a downloadable copy from our website.

Purchase a drink in each pub to receive a stamp, once you have collected all 16 stamps from all 16 pubs, complete your details on the card and drop it off at The Catherine Wheel for a chance to WIN one of our amazing prizes, including our GRAND PRIZE worth £300 courtesy of the Newbury Real Ale Festival.

The pub trail ends on 3 September, meaning that you have over 2 weeks to complete the trail – we are advocates of safe drinking and would advise against completing the trail in one day!

GRAND PRIZE:
Do Newbury Real Ale Festival in style! WIN VIP tickets for you and three friends to attend one of the biggest events of Newbury’s calendar. Tickets worth £300! Your VIP tickets will include:

• VIP Welcome with Complimentary Drink
• Access to VIP area with exclusive bar, guaranteed seating and exclusive-use toilets
• Access to VIP lanes on all bars (beat the queues)
• 6 Standard Drink Tokens plus 1 premium Drink Token

This prize has been donated courtesy of Newbury Real Ale Festival, to find out more about the festival please visit www.newburyrealale.co.uk

MORE PRIZES!

There are even more prizes to be won… have you stamped 8 in a row?

• A boutique stay at The Elephant at the Market including dinner, bed and breakfast. (Courtesy of The Elephant at the Market).
• £270 Beer tasting experience for 6 at Renegade Brewery (Courtesy of Renegade Brewery)
• A meal for two worth £50 at La De Kitchen (Courtesy of Parkway).
• £50 voucher for Sushi Maki (Courtesy of Sushi Maki)
• Two pairs of adult tickets for the Jubliee Boat Trip (Courtesy of Kennet & Avon Canal Trust).
• Pie Meal for 4 at The Catherine Wheel worth over £50 (Courtesy of The Catherine Wheel)

EVEN MORE PRIZES! Have you stamped 4 in a row?

• Mixed case of 12 Ramsbury Real Ales (Courtesy of Cow & Cask)
• 2 x £25 vouchers for beer tokens at Newbury Real Ale Festival
• Pack of Renegade beers ( Courtesy of Renegade Brewery)

Don’t forget to check the Festival of the Moon programme for live music! You can take a look at the full programme here. 

Pubs on the trail…

• Bacon Arms
• Cross Keys
• The Lion
• The Monument
• Lock Stock & Barrel
• The Catherine Wheel
• The Elephant at the Market
• The Hatchet
• Old Waggon & Horses
• Slug & Lettuce
• Walkabout
• The Newbury
• The Globe
• The Coopers Arms
• Cow & Cask
• The Dolphin

Terms & Conditions
This pub trail is suitable for 18+ years only, we will not accept entries from underage participants. You must collect stamps from all 16 pubs to be entered into the grand prize draw, collection of 4-8 stamps will enter you into a separate draw. Stamps will only be given on purchase of a drink. Entries must be submitted by the 4 September to The Catherine Wheel. Winners will be drawn on the 6 September and winners contacted. If you have been contacted please collect your prize from The Catherine Wheel, Newbury.

If you have any queries please contact info@newburybid.com

Trail sheets will be sent on 14 August, if you sign up before the 14 August you will be added to the list to receive yours.

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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 Newbury’s fabulous shops in the town centre including many of our independents.

Collect your official Festival of the Moon trail card from any of the shops taking part, or request a downloadable copy from our website.

Spot all twelve space themed items across the trail, there will be one in each of the shop windows, for a chance to WIN an amazing prize!

The trail launches on 15 August and ends on 3 September, meaning that you have over 2 weeks to moon walk your way through our space themed trail.

Prizes include: £120 voucher for Orchard Life Midgham with thanks to West Berkshire Council, £50 M&S voucher courtesy of Parkway Shopping! Vue Cinema Tickets for 4, Nando’s voucher for 4, Designer Sunglasses (adult – unisex) from Valerie Jerome worth £35, a £25 gift voucher for a paddle boarding experience with Blue Lemon Paddle Boarding and 4 x £25 vouchers to spend at any of the shops taking part in this trail.

Where can I find the shop windows?

All of the shops taking part will be listed on your trail cards, you can also find a full list below.

Shops taking part in the trail:

Bartholomew Street:

• La La Vintage
• Willow & Blooms
• Inn at Home

Northbrook Street:

• Dogs Trust Newbury Charity Shop
• Natures Corner
• A-Plan Insurance

Kennet Centre:

• Boswells Café
• Restyled by SLC
• Crystalz and Rainbowz

Parkway:

• Artisan Handmade
• Sostrene Grene
• Coffee#1

Trail sheets will be sent on 14 August, if you sign up before the 14 August you will be added to the list to receive yours.

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The events, which will take place from 1 April to 16 April, are designed to celebrate the arrival of spring in the town. Hosted by Visit Newbury, the brand behind Newbury Business Improvement District (BID), there will be ‘eggcellent’ activities to suit all ages – and local businesses are getting involved, too.

Easter Farm and Family Fun Day!

On 6 April, the town centre will host a The Easter Petting Farm and Family Fun Day with spring animals and friends, such as bunny rabbits, guinea pigs, goats, lambs, and donkeys. Families can head over to The Market Place where they will have the opportunity to interact with the animals and learn more about them from 10 am till 2pm. No ticket or booking is required. Little ones will also have the chance to meet Encanto’s Mirabelle. She will be available for meet-and-greets and photo opportunities.

Great Newbury Easter Egg Hunt

The Easter egg hunt trail, held in partnership with Parkway Shopping, is another exciting event to look forward to this April. Giant Easter eggs will be dotted around the town square, and families can collect stickers or write down the name of the animal they see on each egg. Finding all the eggs will enter families into a prize draw for a range of goodies and a BIG prize to be revealed soon!

Sign up here to join the hunt! 1st -16th April

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