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SUMMARY:Open Studios at City Arts
DESCRIPTION:City Arts will be bursting with the creativity of four local artists during this year’s Open Studios. Their work spans a variety of artistic disciplines including oil painting\, print\, illustration and stitch. \nAll four artists will be in residence during the Open Studios period working on personal projects and are keen to share their artistic process and chat about their inspirations and passions. \nYou can visit the artists at City Arts for free Thursday to Sunday between Saturday 9th and Sunday 24th May. \nThe Open Studios artists will also be hosting City Arts’ free Friday Art session on 8th\, 15th and 22nd May. \n 
URL:https://visitnewbury.org.uk/event/open-studios-at-city-arts/2026-05-09/
LOCATION:City Arts Newbury\, City Arts Newbury\, RG14 6DB
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibition,Arts & Crafts,Open Days
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SUMMARY:Open Studios: Clay + Print
DESCRIPTION:Ceramist Rebecca Maynard and Berkshire Printmaker’s Sarah Martinez are taking over the funky office space of Buick Mackane for the first two weekends of Open Studios. \nRebecca will be displaying her sculptural ceramic heads both inside and outside the venue\, while Sarah will be exhibiting a new collection of prints. Together\, they’ll also showcase their collaborative project of printed ceramics\, where Print and Clay collide. \n 
URL:https://visitnewbury.org.uk/event/open-studios-clay-print/2026-05-09/
LOCATION:Buick Mackane\, Buick Mackane\, RG14 1EA
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibition,Arts & Crafts,Open Days
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SUMMARY:Open Studios: Artists at Shaw House
DESCRIPTION:Shaw House plays host to a diverse range of Artists as part of Open Studios 2026. United by their love of\, and inspiration by nature\, the Artists at Shaw House work in a mix of media to create objects of beauty\, to be admired and used. \nYou can visit the artists for free between 11am and 4pm on the weekends of 9th & 10th\, 16th & 17th\, and 23rd\, 24th & 25th May. \nThe Artists at Shaw House are: \n\nAnne Sayer\, who creates tactile pieces in glass and is drawn to the fascinating alchemy of glass where\, when heated\, the chemicals in different glasses\, metals and oxides\, react together to create truly unique pieces.\nTee Stevenson\, whose passion for nature is celebrated in her botanical style illustrations. Inspired by the flora and foliage around her\, Tee’s biophilic designs are created for homeware\, accessories\, and gifts.\nSandra McArdle\, a silversmith and jeweller who works in silver and gold to create an object of beauty and is constantly amazed at the way in which the metals respond as they are heated and worked\, to create that final piece.\nSusie\, Pots of Hope\, a ceramicist whose flow-state work is imbibed with the mantra of hope. Mind\, body\, spirit and soul bring the unequivocally beautiful and beautifully useful nature of ceramics into being.\nTessa Kirby\, whose art is informed by nature in all its forms\, the way light falls on objects\, trees\, flowers the whole landscape; capturing the many moods in nature.\n\nLearn more via the link below.
URL:https://visitnewbury.org.uk/event/open-studios-artists-at-shaw-house/2026-05-09/
LOCATION:Shaw House\, Shaw House\, RG14 2DR
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibition,Arts & Crafts,Open Days
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260510T160000
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SUMMARY:Open Studios at City Arts
DESCRIPTION:City Arts will be bursting with the creativity of four local artists during this year’s Open Studios. Their work spans a variety of artistic disciplines including oil painting\, print\, illustration and stitch. \nAll four artists will be in residence during the Open Studios period working on personal projects and are keen to share their artistic process and chat about their inspirations and passions. \nYou can visit the artists at City Arts for free Thursday to Sunday between Saturday 9th and Sunday 24th May. \nThe Open Studios artists will also be hosting City Arts’ free Friday Art session on 8th\, 15th and 22nd May. \n 
URL:https://visitnewbury.org.uk/event/open-studios-at-city-arts/2026-05-10/
LOCATION:City Arts Newbury\, City Arts Newbury\, RG14 6DB
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibition,Arts & Crafts,Open Days
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260510T160000
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SUMMARY:Open Studios: Clay + Print
DESCRIPTION:Ceramist Rebecca Maynard and Berkshire Printmaker’s Sarah Martinez are taking over the funky office space of Buick Mackane for the first two weekends of Open Studios. \nRebecca will be displaying her sculptural ceramic heads both inside and outside the venue\, while Sarah will be exhibiting a new collection of prints. Together\, they’ll also showcase their collaborative project of printed ceramics\, where Print and Clay collide. \n 
URL:https://visitnewbury.org.uk/event/open-studios-clay-print/2026-05-10/
LOCATION:Buick Mackane\, Buick Mackane\, RG14 1EA
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibition,Arts & Crafts,Open Days
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://visitnewbury.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Open-Studios-Buick-Mackane.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260510T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260510T160000
DTSTAMP:20260615T233645
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T084230Z
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SUMMARY:Open Studios: Artists at Shaw House
DESCRIPTION:Shaw House plays host to a diverse range of Artists as part of Open Studios 2026. United by their love of\, and inspiration by nature\, the Artists at Shaw House work in a mix of media to create objects of beauty\, to be admired and used. \nYou can visit the artists for free between 11am and 4pm on the weekends of 9th & 10th\, 16th & 17th\, and 23rd\, 24th & 25th May. \nThe Artists at Shaw House are: \n\nAnne Sayer\, who creates tactile pieces in glass and is drawn to the fascinating alchemy of glass where\, when heated\, the chemicals in different glasses\, metals and oxides\, react together to create truly unique pieces.\nTee Stevenson\, whose passion for nature is celebrated in her botanical style illustrations. Inspired by the flora and foliage around her\, Tee’s biophilic designs are created for homeware\, accessories\, and gifts.\nSandra McArdle\, a silversmith and jeweller who works in silver and gold to create an object of beauty and is constantly amazed at the way in which the metals respond as they are heated and worked\, to create that final piece.\nSusie\, Pots of Hope\, a ceramicist whose flow-state work is imbibed with the mantra of hope. Mind\, body\, spirit and soul bring the unequivocally beautiful and beautifully useful nature of ceramics into being.\nTessa Kirby\, whose art is informed by nature in all its forms\, the way light falls on objects\, trees\, flowers the whole landscape; capturing the many moods in nature.\n\nLearn more via the link below.
URL:https://visitnewbury.org.uk/event/open-studios-artists-at-shaw-house/2026-05-10/
LOCATION:Shaw House\, Shaw House\, RG14 2DR
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibition,Arts & Crafts,Open Days
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260510T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260510T170000
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SUMMARY:Portrait Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join resident portrait artist Ellie Kerr-Smiley in this portrait drawing workshop aimed at 12 – 18 year olds. \nLearn the basics of how to create a life-like portrait in this fun\, friendly and accessible class. \nWhat to expect: Ellie will guide you through how to draw a portrait\, from composition\, to creating lifelike details and exploring skin tone colours that will help bring your portrait to life. This is a drop off workshop. \nWhat to bring/wear: All materials are provided. \nBenefits: Learn and develop your close observation drawing skills\, alongside exploring colour theory. In this relaxed and friendly class it is also a great opportunity to meet other likeminded creatives!
URL:https://visitnewbury.org.uk/event/portrait-workshop/
LOCATION:The Base\, Greenham\, The Base\, Greenham Business Park\, RG19 6HN
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260514T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260514T160000
DTSTAMP:20260615T233645
CREATED:20260324T154418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T084314Z
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SUMMARY:Open Studios at City Arts
DESCRIPTION:City Arts will be bursting with the creativity of four local artists during this year’s Open Studios. Their work spans a variety of artistic disciplines including oil painting\, print\, illustration and stitch. \nAll four artists will be in residence during the Open Studios period working on personal projects and are keen to share their artistic process and chat about their inspirations and passions. \nYou can visit the artists at City Arts for free Thursday to Sunday between Saturday 9th and Sunday 24th May. \nThe Open Studios artists will also be hosting City Arts’ free Friday Art session on 8th\, 15th and 22nd May. \n 
URL:https://visitnewbury.org.uk/event/open-studios-at-city-arts/2026-05-14/
LOCATION:City Arts Newbury\, City Arts Newbury\, RG14 6DB
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibition,Arts & Crafts,Open Days
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260515T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260515T160000
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SUMMARY:Open Studios at City Arts
DESCRIPTION:City Arts will be bursting with the creativity of four local artists during this year’s Open Studios. Their work spans a variety of artistic disciplines including oil painting\, print\, illustration and stitch. \nAll four artists will be in residence during the Open Studios period working on personal projects and are keen to share their artistic process and chat about their inspirations and passions. \nYou can visit the artists at City Arts for free Thursday to Sunday between Saturday 9th and Sunday 24th May. \nThe Open Studios artists will also be hosting City Arts’ free Friday Art session on 8th\, 15th and 22nd May. \n 
URL:https://visitnewbury.org.uk/event/open-studios-at-city-arts/2026-05-15/
LOCATION:City Arts Newbury\, City Arts Newbury\, RG14 6DB
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibition,Arts & Crafts,Open Days
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260516T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260516T160000
DTSTAMP:20260615T233645
CREATED:20260324T154418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T084314Z
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SUMMARY:Open Studios at City Arts
DESCRIPTION:City Arts will be bursting with the creativity of four local artists during this year’s Open Studios. Their work spans a variety of artistic disciplines including oil painting\, print\, illustration and stitch. \nAll four artists will be in residence during the Open Studios period working on personal projects and are keen to share their artistic process and chat about their inspirations and passions. \nYou can visit the artists at City Arts for free Thursday to Sunday between Saturday 9th and Sunday 24th May. \nThe Open Studios artists will also be hosting City Arts’ free Friday Art session on 8th\, 15th and 22nd May. \n 
URL:https://visitnewbury.org.uk/event/open-studios-at-city-arts/2026-05-16/
LOCATION:City Arts Newbury\, City Arts Newbury\, RG14 6DB
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibition,Arts & Crafts,Open Days
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://visitnewbury.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/City-Arts-Open-Studios-May-2026-e1774366224856.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260516T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260516T160000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T130656Z
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SUMMARY:Modern Weaving Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join Mandy from ‘Born Again Bohemia’ to learn the art of Modern Weaving using a stunning array of different yarns and fabrics including: wool roving\, silk\, chunky and hand-dyed wool. \nWorking on a traditional wooden loom and using beautiful Ukrainian hand carved wooden tools\, you will learn different stitches including Fringe\, Basket\, Somac\, Rye and Lark’s Head knots & Looped Tabby Stitch. \nWhat to expect:\nYou will learn the techniques to create a modern contemporary weave whilst celebrating the wonder of this traditional heritage craft. Included in this workshop is the opportunity to have a go at spinning on a Ashford spinning wheel and include your woven yarn sample piece within your weaving! \nMandy will encourage and teach you how to explore the exciting world of colour and how to create a modern palette accompanied by texture building for a truly Bohemia look! \nWhat to bring/wear: All materials are included. There will also be the opportunity to have a go at spinning on a Ashford spinning wheel and include your woven yarn sample piece within your weaving! \nBenefits: Using sustainable reclaimed materials including yarns\, metallic threads and finally beads for accessorising you will enjoy the sensory process of weaving yarn and the vast possibilities of textile expression. \nUsing sustainable reclaimed materials including yarns\, metallic threads and finally beads for accessorising you will enjoy the sensory process of weaving yarn and the vast possibilities of textile expression.
URL:https://visitnewbury.org.uk/event/modern-weaving-workshop/
LOCATION:The Base\, Greenham\, The Base\, Greenham Business Park\, RG19 6HN
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://visitnewbury.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Modern-Weaving-Workshop-The-Base-Greenham.png
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260516T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260516T160000
DTSTAMP:20260615T233645
CREATED:20260512T083847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T084121Z
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SUMMARY:Open Studios: Clay + Print
DESCRIPTION:Ceramist Rebecca Maynard and Berkshire Printmaker’s Sarah Martinez are taking over the funky office space of Buick Mackane for the first two weekends of Open Studios. \nRebecca will be displaying her sculptural ceramic heads both inside and outside the venue\, while Sarah will be exhibiting a new collection of prints. Together\, they’ll also showcase their collaborative project of printed ceramics\, where Print and Clay collide. \n 
URL:https://visitnewbury.org.uk/event/open-studios-clay-print/2026-05-16/
LOCATION:Buick Mackane\, Buick Mackane\, RG14 1EA
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibition,Arts & Crafts,Open Days
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://visitnewbury.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Open-Studios-Buick-Mackane.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260516T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260516T160000
DTSTAMP:20260615T233645
CREATED:20260507T134841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T084230Z
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SUMMARY:Open Studios: Artists at Shaw House
DESCRIPTION:Shaw House plays host to a diverse range of Artists as part of Open Studios 2026. United by their love of\, and inspiration by nature\, the Artists at Shaw House work in a mix of media to create objects of beauty\, to be admired and used. \nYou can visit the artists for free between 11am and 4pm on the weekends of 9th & 10th\, 16th & 17th\, and 23rd\, 24th & 25th May. \nThe Artists at Shaw House are: \n\nAnne Sayer\, who creates tactile pieces in glass and is drawn to the fascinating alchemy of glass where\, when heated\, the chemicals in different glasses\, metals and oxides\, react together to create truly unique pieces.\nTee Stevenson\, whose passion for nature is celebrated in her botanical style illustrations. Inspired by the flora and foliage around her\, Tee’s biophilic designs are created for homeware\, accessories\, and gifts.\nSandra McArdle\, a silversmith and jeweller who works in silver and gold to create an object of beauty and is constantly amazed at the way in which the metals respond as they are heated and worked\, to create that final piece.\nSusie\, Pots of Hope\, a ceramicist whose flow-state work is imbibed with the mantra of hope. Mind\, body\, spirit and soul bring the unequivocally beautiful and beautifully useful nature of ceramics into being.\nTessa Kirby\, whose art is informed by nature in all its forms\, the way light falls on objects\, trees\, flowers the whole landscape; capturing the many moods in nature.\n\nLearn more via the link below.
URL:https://visitnewbury.org.uk/event/open-studios-artists-at-shaw-house/2026-05-16/
LOCATION:Shaw House\, Shaw House\, RG14 2DR
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibition,Arts & Crafts,Open Days
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://visitnewbury.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Artists-at-Shaw-House.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260517T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260517T160000
DTSTAMP:20260615T233645
CREATED:20260324T154418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T084314Z
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SUMMARY:Open Studios at City Arts
DESCRIPTION:City Arts will be bursting with the creativity of four local artists during this year’s Open Studios. Their work spans a variety of artistic disciplines including oil painting\, print\, illustration and stitch. \nAll four artists will be in residence during the Open Studios period working on personal projects and are keen to share their artistic process and chat about their inspirations and passions. \nYou can visit the artists at City Arts for free Thursday to Sunday between Saturday 9th and Sunday 24th May. \nThe Open Studios artists will also be hosting City Arts’ free Friday Art session on 8th\, 15th and 22nd May. \n 
URL:https://visitnewbury.org.uk/event/open-studios-at-city-arts/2026-05-17/
LOCATION:City Arts Newbury\, City Arts Newbury\, RG14 6DB
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibition,Arts & Crafts,Open Days
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://visitnewbury.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/City-Arts-Open-Studios-May-2026-e1774366224856.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260517T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260517T160000
DTSTAMP:20260615T233645
CREATED:20260512T083847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T084121Z
UID:12003885-1779012000-1779033600@visitnewbury.org.uk
SUMMARY:Open Studios: Clay + Print
DESCRIPTION:Ceramist Rebecca Maynard and Berkshire Printmaker’s Sarah Martinez are taking over the funky office space of Buick Mackane for the first two weekends of Open Studios. \nRebecca will be displaying her sculptural ceramic heads both inside and outside the venue\, while Sarah will be exhibiting a new collection of prints. Together\, they’ll also showcase their collaborative project of printed ceramics\, where Print and Clay collide. \n 
URL:https://visitnewbury.org.uk/event/open-studios-clay-print/2026-05-17/
LOCATION:Buick Mackane\, Buick Mackane\, RG14 1EA
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibition,Arts & Crafts,Open Days
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://visitnewbury.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Open-Studios-Buick-Mackane.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260517T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260517T160000
DTSTAMP:20260615T233645
CREATED:20260507T134841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T084230Z
UID:12003841-1779015600-1779033600@visitnewbury.org.uk
SUMMARY:Open Studios: Artists at Shaw House
DESCRIPTION:Shaw House plays host to a diverse range of Artists as part of Open Studios 2026. United by their love of\, and inspiration by nature\, the Artists at Shaw House work in a mix of media to create objects of beauty\, to be admired and used. \nYou can visit the artists for free between 11am and 4pm on the weekends of 9th & 10th\, 16th & 17th\, and 23rd\, 24th & 25th May. \nThe Artists at Shaw House are: \n\nAnne Sayer\, who creates tactile pieces in glass and is drawn to the fascinating alchemy of glass where\, when heated\, the chemicals in different glasses\, metals and oxides\, react together to create truly unique pieces.\nTee Stevenson\, whose passion for nature is celebrated in her botanical style illustrations. Inspired by the flora and foliage around her\, Tee’s biophilic designs are created for homeware\, accessories\, and gifts.\nSandra McArdle\, a silversmith and jeweller who works in silver and gold to create an object of beauty and is constantly amazed at the way in which the metals respond as they are heated and worked\, to create that final piece.\nSusie\, Pots of Hope\, a ceramicist whose flow-state work is imbibed with the mantra of hope. Mind\, body\, spirit and soul bring the unequivocally beautiful and beautifully useful nature of ceramics into being.\nTessa Kirby\, whose art is informed by nature in all its forms\, the way light falls on objects\, trees\, flowers the whole landscape; capturing the many moods in nature.\n\nLearn more via the link below.
URL:https://visitnewbury.org.uk/event/open-studios-artists-at-shaw-house/2026-05-17/
LOCATION:Shaw House\, Shaw House\, RG14 2DR
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibition,Arts & Crafts,Open Days
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://visitnewbury.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Artists-at-Shaw-House.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260520T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260520T140000
DTSTAMP:20260615T233645
CREATED:20260519T151348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T151427Z
UID:12003974-1779274800-1779285600@visitnewbury.org.uk
SUMMARY:Educafe Community Café
DESCRIPTION:Educafe runs a welcoming community café at Newbury Library every Wednesday from 11am-2pm. \nAnyone is welcome to head along for a free tea and cake in the Carnegie Room upstairs on the 1st floor of the library\, accessible by lift. \nEducafe was started to bring together the diverse communities of West Berkshire and aims to: \n\nProvide safe spaces to meet\, eat\, learn and make new friends.\nBring people together to create community spirit and cohesion.\nBreak down barriers and reduce health inequalities.\nImprove health and wellbeing of residents and access to local services.\nReduce isolation and loneliness and improve people’s mental health.\n\nDuring the opening hours you can also visit the Parent Village and meet others going through similiar parental experiences\, meet other like-minded creatives at Knit & Natter\, or take part in the Chatty Corner language support group which offers a warm and friendly welcome to all non-native speakers\, including asylum seekers and refugees. \nIn the Carnegie Room after the café is closed\, a drop-in seated exercise class takes place. A recommended £3 donation can be made to the teacher.
URL:https://visitnewbury.org.uk/event/educafe-community-cafe/2026-05-20/
LOCATION:Newbury Library\, Newbury Library\, The Wharf\, RG14 5AU
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Community Events,Health & Wellbeing
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260521T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260521T160000
DTSTAMP:20260615T233645
CREATED:20260324T154418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T084314Z
UID:12003685-1779357600-1779379200@visitnewbury.org.uk
SUMMARY:Open Studios at City Arts
DESCRIPTION:City Arts will be bursting with the creativity of four local artists during this year’s Open Studios. Their work spans a variety of artistic disciplines including oil painting\, print\, illustration and stitch. \nAll four artists will be in residence during the Open Studios period working on personal projects and are keen to share their artistic process and chat about their inspirations and passions. \nYou can visit the artists at City Arts for free Thursday to Sunday between Saturday 9th and Sunday 24th May. \nThe Open Studios artists will also be hosting City Arts’ free Friday Art session on 8th\, 15th and 22nd May. \n 
URL:https://visitnewbury.org.uk/event/open-studios-at-city-arts/2026-05-21/
LOCATION:City Arts Newbury\, City Arts Newbury\, RG14 6DB
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibition,Arts & Crafts,Open Days
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://visitnewbury.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/City-Arts-Open-Studios-May-2026-e1774366224856.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260522T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260522T160000
DTSTAMP:20260615T233645
CREATED:20260324T154418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T084314Z
UID:12003686-1779444000-1779465600@visitnewbury.org.uk
SUMMARY:Open Studios at City Arts
DESCRIPTION:City Arts will be bursting with the creativity of four local artists during this year’s Open Studios. Their work spans a variety of artistic disciplines including oil painting\, print\, illustration and stitch. \nAll four artists will be in residence during the Open Studios period working on personal projects and are keen to share their artistic process and chat about their inspirations and passions. \nYou can visit the artists at City Arts for free Thursday to Sunday between Saturday 9th and Sunday 24th May. \nThe Open Studios artists will also be hosting City Arts’ free Friday Art session on 8th\, 15th and 22nd May. \n 
URL:https://visitnewbury.org.uk/event/open-studios-at-city-arts/2026-05-22/
LOCATION:City Arts Newbury\, City Arts Newbury\, RG14 6DB
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibition,Arts & Crafts,Open Days
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260523T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260523T133000
DTSTAMP:20260615T233645
CREATED:20260415T130718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T130718Z
UID:12003820-1779530400-1779543000@visitnewbury.org.uk
SUMMARY:Butterfly Wire Wreath Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Learn the art of embossing onto foil with sculptor Flora Gare. \nYou will design your own butterfly wreath by tracing templates\, scoring and cutting the foil to attach to a copper ring. \nFlora is a sculptor inspired by the natural world. She uses copper wire to draw in space\, making delicate sculptures and wall based pieces that contrast the line of wire with the colour and fluidity of ink. \nWhat to expect: This is a great introduction to work working with wire. Guided by Flora\, you will explore handing wire and metal foil to design your own wreath. Using templates\, you will learn how to scoring\, cut and emboss the foil to attached to a copper ring that will create your butterfly wreath to take home. \nWhat to bring/wear: All materials provided. Bring a pair of pliers if you have them to hand. \nBenefits: Wire is a malleable and diverse material that allows you to experiment with different forms and shapes in a creative and spontaneous way. Being lightweight and durable\, it is a rewarding craft that you can grow and develop if you wish to explore you explore the medium further.
URL:https://visitnewbury.org.uk/event/butterfly-wire-wreath-workshop/
LOCATION:The Base\, Greenham\, The Base\, Greenham Business Park\, RG19 6HN
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260523T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260523T160000
DTSTAMP:20260615T233645
CREATED:20260324T154418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T084314Z
UID:12003687-1779530400-1779552000@visitnewbury.org.uk
SUMMARY:Open Studios at City Arts
DESCRIPTION:City Arts will be bursting with the creativity of four local artists during this year’s Open Studios. Their work spans a variety of artistic disciplines including oil painting\, print\, illustration and stitch. \nAll four artists will be in residence during the Open Studios period working on personal projects and are keen to share their artistic process and chat about their inspirations and passions. \nYou can visit the artists at City Arts for free Thursday to Sunday between Saturday 9th and Sunday 24th May. \nThe Open Studios artists will also be hosting City Arts’ free Friday Art session on 8th\, 15th and 22nd May. \n 
URL:https://visitnewbury.org.uk/event/open-studios-at-city-arts/2026-05-23/
LOCATION:City Arts Newbury\, City Arts Newbury\, RG14 6DB
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibition,Arts & Crafts,Open Days
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://visitnewbury.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/City-Arts-Open-Studios-May-2026-e1774366224856.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260523T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260523T160000
DTSTAMP:20260615T233645
CREATED:20260507T134841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T084230Z
UID:12003842-1779534000-1779552000@visitnewbury.org.uk
SUMMARY:Open Studios: Artists at Shaw House
DESCRIPTION:Shaw House plays host to a diverse range of Artists as part of Open Studios 2026. United by their love of\, and inspiration by nature\, the Artists at Shaw House work in a mix of media to create objects of beauty\, to be admired and used. \nYou can visit the artists for free between 11am and 4pm on the weekends of 9th & 10th\, 16th & 17th\, and 23rd\, 24th & 25th May. \nThe Artists at Shaw House are: \n\nAnne Sayer\, who creates tactile pieces in glass and is drawn to the fascinating alchemy of glass where\, when heated\, the chemicals in different glasses\, metals and oxides\, react together to create truly unique pieces.\nTee Stevenson\, whose passion for nature is celebrated in her botanical style illustrations. Inspired by the flora and foliage around her\, Tee’s biophilic designs are created for homeware\, accessories\, and gifts.\nSandra McArdle\, a silversmith and jeweller who works in silver and gold to create an object of beauty and is constantly amazed at the way in which the metals respond as they are heated and worked\, to create that final piece.\nSusie\, Pots of Hope\, a ceramicist whose flow-state work is imbibed with the mantra of hope. Mind\, body\, spirit and soul bring the unequivocally beautiful and beautifully useful nature of ceramics into being.\nTessa Kirby\, whose art is informed by nature in all its forms\, the way light falls on objects\, trees\, flowers the whole landscape; capturing the many moods in nature.\n\nLearn more via the link below.
URL:https://visitnewbury.org.uk/event/open-studios-artists-at-shaw-house/2026-05-23/
LOCATION:Shaw House\, Shaw House\, RG14 2DR
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibition,Arts & Crafts,Open Days
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://visitnewbury.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Artists-at-Shaw-House.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260524T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260524T160000
DTSTAMP:20260615T233645
CREATED:20260324T154418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T084314Z
UID:12003688-1779616800-1779638400@visitnewbury.org.uk
SUMMARY:Open Studios at City Arts
DESCRIPTION:City Arts will be bursting with the creativity of four local artists during this year’s Open Studios. Their work spans a variety of artistic disciplines including oil painting\, print\, illustration and stitch. \nAll four artists will be in residence during the Open Studios period working on personal projects and are keen to share their artistic process and chat about their inspirations and passions. \nYou can visit the artists at City Arts for free Thursday to Sunday between Saturday 9th and Sunday 24th May. \nThe Open Studios artists will also be hosting City Arts’ free Friday Art session on 8th\, 15th and 22nd May. \n 
URL:https://visitnewbury.org.uk/event/open-studios-at-city-arts/2026-05-24/
LOCATION:City Arts Newbury\, City Arts Newbury\, RG14 6DB
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibition,Arts & Crafts,Open Days
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://visitnewbury.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/City-Arts-Open-Studios-May-2026-e1774366224856.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260524T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260524T160000
DTSTAMP:20260615T233645
CREATED:20260507T134841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T084230Z
UID:12003843-1779620400-1779638400@visitnewbury.org.uk
SUMMARY:Open Studios: Artists at Shaw House
DESCRIPTION:Shaw House plays host to a diverse range of Artists as part of Open Studios 2026. United by their love of\, and inspiration by nature\, the Artists at Shaw House work in a mix of media to create objects of beauty\, to be admired and used. \nYou can visit the artists for free between 11am and 4pm on the weekends of 9th & 10th\, 16th & 17th\, and 23rd\, 24th & 25th May. \nThe Artists at Shaw House are: \n\nAnne Sayer\, who creates tactile pieces in glass and is drawn to the fascinating alchemy of glass where\, when heated\, the chemicals in different glasses\, metals and oxides\, react together to create truly unique pieces.\nTee Stevenson\, whose passion for nature is celebrated in her botanical style illustrations. Inspired by the flora and foliage around her\, Tee’s biophilic designs are created for homeware\, accessories\, and gifts.\nSandra McArdle\, a silversmith and jeweller who works in silver and gold to create an object of beauty and is constantly amazed at the way in which the metals respond as they are heated and worked\, to create that final piece.\nSusie\, Pots of Hope\, a ceramicist whose flow-state work is imbibed with the mantra of hope. Mind\, body\, spirit and soul bring the unequivocally beautiful and beautifully useful nature of ceramics into being.\nTessa Kirby\, whose art is informed by nature in all its forms\, the way light falls on objects\, trees\, flowers the whole landscape; capturing the many moods in nature.\n\nLearn more via the link below.
URL:https://visitnewbury.org.uk/event/open-studios-artists-at-shaw-house/2026-05-24/
LOCATION:Shaw House\, Shaw House\, RG14 2DR
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibition,Arts & Crafts,Open Days
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://visitnewbury.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Artists-at-Shaw-House.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260525T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260525T160000
DTSTAMP:20260615T233645
CREATED:20260507T134841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T084230Z
UID:12003844-1779706800-1779724800@visitnewbury.org.uk
SUMMARY:Open Studios: Artists at Shaw House
DESCRIPTION:Shaw House plays host to a diverse range of Artists as part of Open Studios 2026. United by their love of\, and inspiration by nature\, the Artists at Shaw House work in a mix of media to create objects of beauty\, to be admired and used. \nYou can visit the artists for free between 11am and 4pm on the weekends of 9th & 10th\, 16th & 17th\, and 23rd\, 24th & 25th May. \nThe Artists at Shaw House are: \n\nAnne Sayer\, who creates tactile pieces in glass and is drawn to the fascinating alchemy of glass where\, when heated\, the chemicals in different glasses\, metals and oxides\, react together to create truly unique pieces.\nTee Stevenson\, whose passion for nature is celebrated in her botanical style illustrations. Inspired by the flora and foliage around her\, Tee’s biophilic designs are created for homeware\, accessories\, and gifts.\nSandra McArdle\, a silversmith and jeweller who works in silver and gold to create an object of beauty and is constantly amazed at the way in which the metals respond as they are heated and worked\, to create that final piece.\nSusie\, Pots of Hope\, a ceramicist whose flow-state work is imbibed with the mantra of hope. Mind\, body\, spirit and soul bring the unequivocally beautiful and beautifully useful nature of ceramics into being.\nTessa Kirby\, whose art is informed by nature in all its forms\, the way light falls on objects\, trees\, flowers the whole landscape; capturing the many moods in nature.\n\nLearn more via the link below.
URL:https://visitnewbury.org.uk/event/open-studios-artists-at-shaw-house/2026-05-25/
LOCATION:Shaw House\, Shaw House\, RG14 2DR
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibition,Arts & Crafts,Open Days
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://visitnewbury.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Artists-at-Shaw-House.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260526T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260526T160000
DTSTAMP:20260615T233645
CREATED:20260415T141854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T141953Z
UID:12003833-1779789600-1779811200@visitnewbury.org.uk
SUMMARY:Create and Make May Half Term
DESCRIPTION:This May half term\, join the Corn Exchange in the Old Library for some arts and crafts\, drama – and much more! \nYour child will get to work with professional practitioners to explore the creative arts with fun activities\, develop new skills and make new friends. All materials are provided. \nSuitable for primary school children aged 9 – 12\, regular days run from 10am-4pm\, or you can book in for the extended hours from 8.30am-5.30pm. \nBook in via the link below.
URL:https://visitnewbury.org.uk/event/create-and-make-may-half-term/2026-05-26/
LOCATION:The Old Library\, RG14 5DH
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Children's Sessions,School Holidays & Half Term
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260526T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260526T120000
DTSTAMP:20260615T233645
CREATED:20260519T132038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T132038Z
UID:12003971-1779791400-1779796800@visitnewbury.org.uk
SUMMARY:Museum Explorers
DESCRIPTION:A relaxed morning for children with additional needs and their families to enjoy West Berkshire Museum when there is less hustle and bustle as the museum is normally closed on Tuesday. \nThe downstairs museum galleries will be open\, and there is an opportunity to take part in a craft session where you can make a dragon puppet. \nAlthough a free event\, places are limited and must be booked in advance online via the link below. \nBook one place for each child with additional needs. Other members of the family who are accompanying do not need to book a place.
URL:https://visitnewbury.org.uk/event/museum-explorers/
LOCATION:West Berkshire Museum\, West Berkshire Museum\, RG14 5AS
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Children's Sessions,Museum Events,School Holidays & Half Term,SEND Sessions
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260527T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260527T140000
DTSTAMP:20260615T233645
CREATED:20260519T112954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T112954Z
UID:12003970-1779876000-1779890400@visitnewbury.org.uk
SUMMARY:Family Activity Day: May Madness
DESCRIPTION:This half term\, head to Shaw House with your little ones and choose from a selection of ceramic decorations (subject to availability on the day). Decorate your chosen item with porcelain pens and other craft materials. Take home to display and admire! \nNo need to book\, just drop-in (last entry 15 minutes before the session ends). £2.50 per child. \nPlease dress for mess\, although disposable aprons will be provided. You are however welcome to take your own. \nHouse admission prices apply at Shaw House from 1 April. You can however choose just to pay to do the craft in the Hall. You can still access the gardens and cafe without paying admission.
URL:https://visitnewbury.org.uk/event/family-activity-day-may-madness/
LOCATION:Shaw House\, Shaw House\, RG14 2DR
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Children's Sessions,School Holidays & Half Term
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://visitnewbury.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Family-Activity-Morning-Masks.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260527T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260527T160000
DTSTAMP:20260615T233645
CREATED:20260415T141854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T141953Z
UID:12003834-1779876000-1779897600@visitnewbury.org.uk
SUMMARY:Create and Make May Half Term
DESCRIPTION:This May half term\, join the Corn Exchange in the Old Library for some arts and crafts\, drama – and much more! \nYour child will get to work with professional practitioners to explore the creative arts with fun activities\, develop new skills and make new friends. All materials are provided. \nSuitable for primary school children aged 9 – 12\, regular days run from 10am-4pm\, or you can book in for the extended hours from 8.30am-5.30pm. \nBook in via the link below.
URL:https://visitnewbury.org.uk/event/create-and-make-may-half-term/2026-05-27/
LOCATION:The Old Library\, RG14 5DH
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Children's Sessions,School Holidays & Half Term
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://visitnewbury.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Create-and-Make-Oct-Corn-Exchange.webp
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260527T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260527T140000
DTSTAMP:20260615T233645
CREATED:20260519T151348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T151427Z
UID:12003975-1779879600-1779890400@visitnewbury.org.uk
SUMMARY:Educafe Community Café
DESCRIPTION:Educafe runs a welcoming community café at Newbury Library every Wednesday from 11am-2pm. \nAnyone is welcome to head along for a free tea and cake in the Carnegie Room upstairs on the 1st floor of the library\, accessible by lift. \nEducafe was started to bring together the diverse communities of West Berkshire and aims to: \n\nProvide safe spaces to meet\, eat\, learn and make new friends.\nBring people together to create community spirit and cohesion.\nBreak down barriers and reduce health inequalities.\nImprove health and wellbeing of residents and access to local services.\nReduce isolation and loneliness and improve people’s mental health.\n\nDuring the opening hours you can also visit the Parent Village and meet others going through similiar parental experiences\, meet other like-minded creatives at Knit & Natter\, or take part in the Chatty Corner language support group which offers a warm and friendly welcome to all non-native speakers\, including asylum seekers and refugees. \nIn the Carnegie Room after the café is closed\, a drop-in seated exercise class takes place. A recommended £3 donation can be made to the teacher.
URL:https://visitnewbury.org.uk/event/educafe-community-cafe/2026-05-27/
LOCATION:Newbury Library\, Newbury Library\, The Wharf\, RG14 5AU
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Community Events,Health & Wellbeing
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