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SUMMARY:WHAM! Starring Jake Quickenden
DESCRIPTION:X-Factor and TV Icon Jake Quickenden stars in WHAM! The Show – The ultimate party tribute to Wham and George Michael! \nAfter appearances on I’m A Celebrity Get Me Out of Here\, Celebrity Masterchef\, SAS Who Dares Wins\, and of course winning Dancing On Ice\, Jake returns to the stage to showcase his superb vocals and dynamic charisma that originally shot him to fame! \nFeaturing the biggest hits of the 80’s from Wham! like Freedom\, Club Tropicana\, I’m Your Man & Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go\, all the way through the stunning back catalogue of George Michael such as Faith\, Careless Whisper\, Fastlove & Don’t Let The Sun Go Down On Me\, this promises to be the best night out of the year! \nAlongside a cast of West End performers\, join us for a non-stop hit-tastic romp through the catalogues of one of the nations most loved 80’s boy bands\, and the absolute icon that is George Michael! \nLearn more or book your tickets via the link below.
URL:https://visitnewbury.org.uk/event/wham-starring-jake-quickenden/
LOCATION:Corn Exchange Newbury\, Corn Exchange\, Market Place\, RG14 5BD
CATEGORIES:Music
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SUMMARY:Newbury Spring Festival
DESCRIPTION:Newbury Spring Festival is one of the most popular and successful music festivals in the South of England\, and this year’s event runs from 9th – 23rd May\, with over 45 performances taking place in 19 venues across West Berkshire and the surrounding area. \nThe Festival was founded in in 1979 and now enters its 47th year – having grown hugely in size and quality\, building up a reputation of international status\, where the very best young musical stars appear alongside some of the world’s most distinguished and famous names. \nLearn more about Newbury Spring Festival and find the full list of events by visiting the link below.
URL:https://visitnewbury.org.uk/event/newbury-spring-festival/
LOCATION:West Berkshire\, West Berkshire
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Live Music
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SUMMARY:Newbury Charter Market
DESCRIPTION: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. \nLearn more at the link below.
URL:https://visitnewbury.org.uk/event/newbury-charter-market/2026-05-09/
LOCATION:Market Place\, Newbury\, Market Place\, Newbury
CATEGORIES:Markets
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260509T160000
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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/2026-05-09/
LOCATION:City Arts Newbury\, City Arts Newbury\, RG14 6DB
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibition,Arts & Crafts,Open Days
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260509T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260509T160000
DTSTAMP:20260618T104204
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/2026-05-09/
LOCATION:Buick Mackane\, Buick Mackane\, RG14 1EA
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibition,Arts & Crafts,Open Days
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260509T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260525T170000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T084214Z
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SUMMARY:INSIGHT 2026
DESCRIPTION:Admire the works of 100 local artists exhibiting in Open Studios’ flagship exhibition at The Base\, Greenham. \nFrom Saturday 9th to Monday 25th May \, local artists across West Berkshire and North Hampshire open their studios and welcome you in to learn more about their work. INSIGHT features a standout piece from each artist\, offering you the opportunity to discover new artwork and plan a visit to their studio/venue. \nThe exbition is free to attend and open 10am-5pm each day. \nThere is a suggested donation of £1 on entry to support The Base charity and the important work they do for artists in our local community. \nSpecial dates: \n\nSongs & Stories in the Gallery: Thu 14 & Sat 23 May\nRelaxed Day: Thu 21 May\n\nAbout Open Studios \nOpen Studios is a rare opportunity for the public to visit the hidden world of local artists in their studios\, workshops or pop-up galleries\, free of charge. \nVisit open-studios.org.uk to find out about all the participating artists\, their studio locations and visiting hours!
URL:https://visitnewbury.org.uk/event/insight-2026/
LOCATION:The Base\, Greenham\, The Base\, Greenham Business Park\, RG19 6HN
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibition,Open Days
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260509T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260509T160000
DTSTAMP:20260618T104204
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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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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260509T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260509T170000
DTSTAMP:20260618T104204
CREATED:20250401T153753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T084422Z
UID:12003850-1778338800-1778346000@visitnewbury.org.uk
SUMMARY:Live Music in Victoria Park: St Nic's Band
DESCRIPTION:Live music at the Bandstand in Victoria Park – free to attend for all to enjoy!
URL:https://visitnewbury.org.uk/event/live-music-in-victoria-park-st-nics-band/
LOCATION:Victoria Park\, Victoria Park\, Newbury\, RG14 1DJ
CATEGORIES:Live Music,Outdoor Performances
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260509T163000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260509T173000
DTSTAMP:20260618T104204
CREATED:20250418T230605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T140549Z
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SUMMARY:Festival Parade
DESCRIPTION:Head along and celebrate the opening of the 2026 Newbury Spring Festival as the Festival Parade returns to Newbury town centre\, once again led by the Giant Bandmaster Puppet! \nAt this free-to-attend event\, The Bandmaster will start the parade near Newbury’s Clock Tower before making her way down Northbrook Street\, meeting various other musicians along the way. \nLearn more at the link below. The event has been organised in partnership with the Corn Exchange Newbury & 101 Outdoor Arts\, and is generously funded by Greenham Trust.
URL:https://visitnewbury.org.uk/event/festival-parade/
LOCATION:Northbrook Street\, Northbrook Street\, RG14 1AE
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Community Events,Live Music,Outdoor Performances
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260510T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260510T160000
DTSTAMP:20260618T104204
CREATED:20260324T154418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T084314Z
UID:12003680-1778407200-1778428800@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/2026-05-10/
LOCATION:City Arts Newbury\, City Arts Newbury\, RG14 6DB
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibition,Arts & Crafts,Open Days
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260510T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260510T160000
DTSTAMP:20260618T104204
CREATED:20260512T083847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T084121Z
UID:12003883-1778407200-1778428800@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/2026-05-10/
LOCATION:Buick Mackane\, Buick Mackane\, RG14 1EA
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibition,Arts & Crafts,Open Days
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260510T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260510T160000
DTSTAMP:20260618T104204
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/2026-05-10/
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
DTSTAMP:20260618T104204
CREATED:20260415T130436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T130436Z
UID:12003818-1778421600-1778432400@visitnewbury.org.uk
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:20260510T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260510T170000
DTSTAMP:20260618T104204
CREATED:20260508T083956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T084427Z
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SUMMARY:Live Music in Victoria Park: The Tadley Band
DESCRIPTION:Live music at the Bandstand in Victoria Park – free to attend for all to enjoy!
URL:https://visitnewbury.org.uk/event/live-music-in-victoria-park-the-tadley-band/
LOCATION:Victoria Park\, Victoria Park\, Newbury\, RG14 1DJ
CATEGORIES:Live Music,Outdoor Performances
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260510T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260510T180000
DTSTAMP:20260618T104204
CREATED:20250930T095325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260527T111858Z
UID:12002373-1778436000-1778436000@visitnewbury.org.uk
SUMMARY:Quiz Night at Cobrizo Lounge
DESCRIPTION:Quiz nights at Cobrizo Lounge\, every Sunday at 6pm. \n£2 per person to enter\, maximum 6 people per team\, and the best part… half the proceeds go to charity! \n\nFirst prize is the prize pot and a £20 gift voucher.\nSecond prize is £10 Gift voucher\nThird prize is a bottle of wine (needs to be drunk on the night in The Lounge)\n\nTo book\, head to their website (below)\, email cobrizo@thelounges.co.uk\, or call 01635 523 372.
URL:https://visitnewbury.org.uk/event/quiz-night-at-cobrizo-lounge/2026-05-10/
LOCATION:Cobrizo Lounge\, Cobrizo Lounge\, RG14 1DJ
CATEGORIES:Pub & Restaurant Events,Quiz
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260511T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260511T140000
DTSTAMP:20260618T104204
CREATED:20260324T125424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T125424Z
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SUMMARY:Chatty Cafe at Rocket Propelled Games
DESCRIPTION: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. \nIf you are ever looking for a chat\, a cuppa and some company\, you can pop every Monday between 1pm and 2pm and take a seat at a one of the Chatter & Natter tables – everyone is welcome!
URL:https://visitnewbury.org.uk/event/chatty-cafe-at-rocket-propelled-games/2026-05-11/
LOCATION:Rocket Propelled Games\, Rocket Propelled Games\, RG14 5HB
CATEGORIES:Health & Wellbeing
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260511T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260511T200000
DTSTAMP:20260618T104204
CREATED:20260511T104646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T104646Z
UID:12003871-1778526000-1778529600@visitnewbury.org.uk
SUMMARY:Empty Chairs: Weirside
DESCRIPTION:Empty Chairs is a lovely initiative about creating spaces where people can connect\, without pressure or expectation. \nEach evening\, the host books small table in a pub and leaves a few chairs empty – inviting anyone who wants company to join. There’s no pressure\, no agenda\, and no expectation to stay longer than you want. \nLoneliness affects people of all ages\, and Empty Chairs exists to create low-pressure spaces where real human connection can happen – even if it’s just sitting together for a drink. \nHosts will be easy to spot as they will always be wearing something orange\, and they will be at the table for at least an hour from 7pm. \nIt is completely free to join for a chat – you only pay for your own drinks if you choose to have any. \nYou can learn more via the link below.
URL:https://visitnewbury.org.uk/event/empty-chairs-weirside-11may/
LOCATION:The Weirside\, RG14 5HP
CATEGORIES:Health & Wellbeing
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260512T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260512T210000
DTSTAMP:20260618T104204
CREATED:20260209T135830Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T135908Z
UID:12003385-1778612400-1778619600@visitnewbury.org.uk
SUMMARY:Quiz Night at the Coat & Bear
DESCRIPTION:The Coat & Bear hosts a weekly quiz night every Tuesday at 7pm. \nMaximum teams of 6 people\, with entry costing £2pp. \nThere are some great prizes to be won too: \n\n1st place: £40 Heartwood Inns voucher\n2nd to last place: a bottle of house wine\n\nYou can book a table by calling the Coat & Bear on 01635 283091\, email newbury@heartwoodinns.com\, or by sending a DM on social media.
URL:https://visitnewbury.org.uk/event/quiz-night-at-the-coat-bear/2026-05-12/
LOCATION:The Coat & Bear\, The Coat & Bear\, RG14 5EU
CATEGORIES:Quiz
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260513T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260513T190000
DTSTAMP:20260618T104204
CREATED:20260507T160724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T160957Z
UID:12003849-1778698800-1778698800@visitnewbury.org.uk
SUMMARY:Women Who Run
DESCRIPTION:Introducing the first Women Who Run evening – organised by JWS Fitness & Wellbeing – taking place on Wednesday 13th May and setting off from the High Horse Pub at 7:15pm. \nThis brand new run club has been organised as a place where women can feel safer\, more confident and more connected when running\, so whether you’re coming solo or with a friend\, you won’t be on your own. \nThe run will be an easy and social 5k before heading for a drink with the other runners for a good chat. \nLearn more on the JWS Instagram page (see link below). If you are looking to join the run\, make sure tap the link in their Instagram bio and join the Women Who Run WhatsApp group.
URL:https://visitnewbury.org.uk/event/women-who-run-may2026/
LOCATION:The High Horse\, The High Horse\, RG14 1JX
CATEGORIES:Fun Runs,Health & Wellbeing
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260513T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260513T220000
DTSTAMP:20260618T104204
CREATED:20260216T165447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T165447Z
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SUMMARY:Quiz Night at The Dolphin
DESCRIPTION: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!
URL:https://visitnewbury.org.uk/event/quiz-night-at-the-dolphin/2026-05-13/
LOCATION:The Dolphin\, The Dolphin Newbury\, RG14 5DT
CATEGORIES:Pub & Restaurant Events,Quiz
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260514T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260514T160000
DTSTAMP:20260618T104204
CREATED:20250212T163717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T134644Z
UID:10000694-1778749200-1778774400@visitnewbury.org.uk
SUMMARY:Newbury Charter Market
DESCRIPTION: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. \nLearn more at the link below.
URL:https://visitnewbury.org.uk/event/newbury-charter-market/2026-05-14/
LOCATION:Market Place\, Newbury\, Market Place\, Newbury
CATEGORIES:Markets
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260514T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260514T160000
DTSTAMP:20260618T104204
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:20260514T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260514T200000
DTSTAMP:20260618T104204
CREATED:20260116T142509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T142509Z
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SUMMARY:Open Mic Night
DESCRIPTION:Up for a sing along? The Newbury host their fantastic open mic night every Thursday from 8pm! \n  \n 
URL:https://visitnewbury.org.uk/event/the-newbury-pub-open-mic-night/2026-05-14/
LOCATION:The Newbury Pub & Terrace\, The Newbury Pub & Terrace\, RG145HB
CATEGORIES:Open Mic,Pub & Restaurant Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260515T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260515T160000
DTSTAMP:20260618T104204
CREATED:20260324T154418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T084314Z
UID:12003682-1778839200-1778860800@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/2026-05-15/
LOCATION:City Arts Newbury\, City Arts Newbury\, RG14 6DB
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibition,Arts & Crafts,Open Days
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260515T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260515T123000
DTSTAMP:20260618T104204
CREATED:20260130T122205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T122205Z
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SUMMARY:Starlight Charity Raceday
DESCRIPTION:Newbury Racecourse is proud to support the Starlight Charity with their very own raceday! \nStarlight uses the power of play to make the experience of illness and treatment better for children and their families. \nHead along for a Friday afternoon of racing in support of a brilliant children’s charity.
URL:https://visitnewbury.org.uk/event/starlight-charity-raceday-2026/
LOCATION:Newbury Racecourse\, Newbury Racecourse\, RG14 7NZ
CATEGORIES:Fundraising,Horse Racing
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260516T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260516T160000
DTSTAMP:20260618T104204
CREATED:20250212T163717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T134644Z
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SUMMARY:Newbury Charter Market
DESCRIPTION: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. \nLearn more at the link below.
URL:https://visitnewbury.org.uk/event/newbury-charter-market/2026-05-16/
LOCATION:Market Place\, Newbury\, Market Place\, Newbury
CATEGORIES:Markets
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260516T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260516T160000
DTSTAMP:20260618T104204
CREATED:20260324T154418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T084314Z
UID:12003683-1778925600-1778947200@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/2026-05-16/
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:20260618T104204
CREATED:20260415T130656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T130656Z
UID:12003819-1778925600-1778947200@visitnewbury.org.uk
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
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260516T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260516T160000
DTSTAMP:20260618T104204
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
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260516T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260516T183000
DTSTAMP:20260618T104204
CREATED:20260507T143931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T143931Z
UID:12003846-1778925600-1778956200@visitnewbury.org.uk
SUMMARY:Big Sing Saturday
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the joy of singing together as local choirs join Newbury Spring Festival for this full-day celebration of music. \nBig Sing Saturday is a vibrant one-day festival that honors the power of group singing and showcases the diversity of local amateur choirs from Newbury and its surrounding areas. \nThis relaxed\, informal and family-friendly event brings together amateur choirs across many genres\, ranging from classical\, gospel\, pop\, folk\, jazz and more. \nAudiences are welcome to come and go through the day\, enjoy refreshments\, and soak up a programme full of diverse voices and inspiring leaders. \nLearn more via the link below.
URL:https://visitnewbury.org.uk/event/big-sing-saturday/
LOCATION:St John the Evangelist Church\, St John the Evangelist Church\, RG14 7PY
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Music
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