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Chitty Chitty Bang Bang

Info — Tue, 26 May 2026 18:30:00 +0000

Soar far above the clouds and across the seas with a fantasmagorical new Watermill Theatre production of the iconic Chitty Chitty Bang Bang.

Delve into the hearts and imaginations of eccentric inventor Caractacus Potts, his children Jeremy and Jemima, and Truly Scrumptious as they set off on an audacious adventure in their car with the big personality.

Following three critically acclaimed, sellout summer musicals, this new production of Chitty Chitty Bang Bang puts the Watermill’s signature storytelling, inventiveness and imagination at its heart. Experience the much-loved classic songs played live by an ensemble cast of actor-musicians, including ‘Truly Scrumptious’, ‘Hushabye Mountain’ and ‘Chitty Chitty Bang Bang’.

Fasten your seatbelts – summer at the Watermill is about to take off!

There’s also a great opportunity to support the Watermill Theatre and all the work they do at a special Fundraising Gala Performance on Sat 4 Jul, 6pm.

Head to the link below to see all performance dates and book your tickets.

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Quiz Night at The Dolphin

Info — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 18:30:00 +0000

Don’t miss Quiz Night at The Dolphin, taking place every Wednesday from 7:30pm to 10pm – book your table by visiting the pub’s website in the link below!

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Newbury Charter Market

Info — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 08:00:00 +0000

Newbury Market has a long history and it is believed to have been around since Anglo-Saxon times. They have a wide variety of goods, with traditional stalls alongside plants & flowers, craft items, clothing and local produce.

Learn more at the link below.

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Small Fish – Graeme Coulam

Info — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 18:30:00 +0000

Coulam is a small fish in a big pond. But he’s evolving like the rest of humanity. Or is he? Just because Dawkins says something, it doesn’t make it true. On the other hand, you can’t trust religion either, so what are you supposed to think. If there is a God, how come Man Utd won so many trophies in the 1990s. If there isn’t a God, how come so many atheists behave as if there is. And now that Curly Wurlies are shorter than they used to be, and Trump is in the White House, who cares anyway? Expect tangents, cul-de-sacs and more U-turns than Starmer as Coulam navigates the BIG questions with his tiny goldfish mind.

This event is part of West Berks Comedy Festival, taking place throughout July. Learn more or book your tickets at the link below.

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The Rebel Rousers: The Best of British Soul

Info — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 18:30:00 +0000

The Rebel Rousers bring classic British soul and RnB to life with a powerhouse seven-piece line-up.

With an ensemble made up of former members from Cliff Bennett’s band from the previous 30+ years, enjoy a set consisting of soul and RnB classics.

Learn more or book your tickets via the link below.

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Open Mic Night

Info — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 19:00:00 +0000

Up for a sing along? The Newbury host their fantastic open mic night every Thursday from 8pm!

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Alan Francis – Hard Wired

Info — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 19:30:00 +0000

When H. G. Wells wrote The Shape of Things to Come, did he imagine the shape we have become? Well this out-of-shape comedian wants to know. Can we come together and explore the stars? Or do we just order another pizza? Alan Francis asks what happened to the bright future science was supposed to bring. …

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Apple Print & Creative Raceday with the Gipsy Kings

Info — Fri, 17 Jul 2026 11:30:00 +0000

Newbury Racecourse welcomes the Grammy Award-winning Gipsy Kings – led by iconic frontman Nicolas Reyes – as they perform live after racing on the Apple Print & Creative Raceday.

Grammy Award-winning legends, the Gipsy Kings, bring their iconic fusion of flamenco, pop, and Latin rhythms to the Party in the Paddock stage on Friday 17th July. With global hits like Bamboléo and Volare, and over 14 million albums sold, Nicolas Reyes and his band promise a truly iconic headline performance.

As well as the racing and Gipsy Kings’s performance there’s so much else to look forward to across the day.

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Jubilee Beer Cruise

Info — Fri, 17 Jul 2026 17:00:00 +0000

Join Kennet & Avon Canal Trust for a leisurely summer cruise on the Jubilee along our beautiful canal, enjoying the scenery and a selection of craft beers especially selected for the trip.

Staff from Newbury’s own Delphic Brewery will be on hand with some of their, and others’, favourite beers, that will be sure to tease your taste buds. They will use their extensive knowledge to offer insights into each beer so you will be informed as well as entertained.

Trips take place Fridays at 6.00pm on selected dates through the summer. 18+

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It’s a Fair Cop Radio Warm Up – Alfie Moore

Info — Fri, 17 Jul 2026 18:30:00 +0000

Alfie Moore returns with a fun-filled, interactive ‘warm up’ show ahead of recording Series 10 of his hit BBC Radio 4 comedy ‘It’s A Fair Cop’. Alfie ‘swears in’ the audience as police officers before sharing a brand new, real-life scenario from his ‘casebook’. He playfully challenges the ‘audience cops’ to say what they would’ve done in his shoes – with often unexpected and entertaining results! Every show is unique to the audience in the room – so why not come and find out what sort of cop you’d make?!

This event is part of West Berks Comedy Festival, taking place throughout July. Learn more or book your tickets at the link below.

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