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 …
Pop in and enjoy your favourite 'bedtime story' over lunch or just a coffee at Esquires. Choose from 'The Very Angry Caterpillar', '50 Shades of Graeme', Biggles, Famous Five, Wind in the Willows, Mr Benn and several other classics. Stay for 5 minutes or stay the whole lunch break. This event is part of West …
Jules O'Brian is in her 50s now, and the "helpful" advice about everything she should and shouldn't be doing just keeps on coming. Don't wear that. You're never too old – but don't leave it too late. Have you tried magic sticky tape for droopy jowls? Maybe join a dating site for people who are …
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The King is back! Mitch Benn resurrects Elvis from BBC Radio 2's legendary "Steve Wright in the Afternoon" show, to answer hunks of burning questions about life, death, cheeseburgers and everything in between… including the story of how Mitch managed to be possibly the most popular thing on the most popular show on British radio …
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.
Newbury Library hosts a Board Games Meetup on the second and fourth Saturday each month, 10am-1pm. Everyone is welcome to come along to these free drop in sessions, with plenty of games to choose from - suitable for all ages.
If your little ones are starting primary school in September, this is worth a look! Tiny Town Cafe is hosting a series of School Starter Meetups so your youngsters get a chance to meet other children before starting school. You'll also be able to meet other parents while enjoying a coffee, and maybe even set …
2026 is going to be a great by the way, spectacular. I've just decided based on no evidence whatsoever. As the global clusterf*ck collides impressively with personal crisis, the chief executive of self awareness - Stephen Carlin (Stewart Lee's 10 best comedians of all time) is on hand to explain how none of this fiasco …
A free outdoor performance outside Newbury Methodist Church, Watchful is a tender, humorous and thoughtful tribute to growing older. The story of a woman and a man but also the story of a couple with children who continue to grow up. Travel back to their twenties and follow them through the decades - scroll through …
It's nice to do things in real life isn't it. After two critically acclaimed shows in 2024 and 2025, multi-award winning comedian Alex Kitson has a brand new hour of stand-up comedy to show you. He's talking about attention and if you could direct yours his way for a moment he'd be very grateful. This …
Joe and his wife have had a baby. He's autistic so statistically it's quite likely the baby will be too. In this new show, critically acclaimed comedian Joe Wells explores fatherhood through the lens of neurodiversity. Plus, there's a really good joke about a parrot. As seen on Rosie Jones' Disability Comedy Extravaganza, BBC Two's …
A modern makers market supporting emerging and established independent artisans, producers, crafters, and makers! July's market is set to be a special day out, as it runs alongside the Newbury BID Krazy Races! The Artisan Market will still run all along Northbrook Street, Mansion House Street and Market Place, so it's set to be a …
Mark your calendars for Sunday July 26th - Krazy Races returns in 2026! After a brilliant day of soapbox action and free family fun last year, this year's event promises even more entertainment both on and off the course. In an exciting announcement for this year’s event, visitors will be treated to a special flypast …
If your little ones are starting primary school in September, this is worth a look! Tiny Town Cafe is hosting a series of School Starter Meetups so your youngsters get a chance to meet other children before starting school. You'll also be able to meet other parents while enjoying a coffee, and maybe even set …
Live music at the Bandstand in Victoria Park - free to attend for all to enjoy!
Quiz nights at Cobrizo Lounge, every Sunday at 6pm. £2 per person to enter, maximum 6 people per team, and the best part... half the proceeds go to charity! First prize is the prize pot and a £20 gift voucher. Second prize is £10 Gift voucher Third prize is a bottle of wine (needs to …
Looking for a relaxed Sunday night out? Open Mic Night at The Catherine Wheel is the perfect spot to enjoy live local music in a friendly, welcoming setting. Hosted by Sion Whiley, the monthly event invites singers, musicians, and performers of all styles to take to the stage, regardless of whether you’re a seasoned gigging …
Rocket Propelled Games is a welcoming, family friendly board game cafe in Newbury, designed to be an inclusive community hub, offering a library of board games for all ages, alongside a cafe serving food and drink. If you are ever looking for a chat, a cuppa and some company, you can pop every Monday between …
Explore the fascinating history of Newbury through a series of walks taking place throughout the summer. The walks are led by local history experts providing commentary and answering questions as the walk proceeds. The pace is leisurely and the ground level. Each walk lasts approximately 2 hours and starts at the Corn Exchange in the …
The Coat & Bear hosts a weekly quiz night every Tuesday at 7pm. Maximum teams of 6 people, with entry costing £2pp. There are some great prizes to be won too: 1st place: £40 Heartwood Inns voucher 2nd to last place: a bottle of house wine You can book a table by calling the Coat …
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