West Berkshire & North Hampshire
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The Gift of Experience!
When I was younger it used to drive me mad when my dad said ‘I don’t want anything for Christmas…’ How could he say that? Then a couple of years ago I realised I’d become him. I don’t want or even need more of anything. Many of my friends feel the same way. We don’t […]
Steps to prepare 5 your car for winter
Plummeting temperatures and poor weather mean the number of breakdowns are likely to increase throughout the winter months. So before the worst winter weather takes hold, here are our top tips for bas …
Burns Night
Every year, Scotland leads the world in the celebration of the life and legacy of one of the most famous literary figures, Robert Burns, or Rabbie Burns, as he’s often known. From Ayr to Atlanta …
Thatcham 100 Years Ago
We start a New Year, 2019, but what did the New Year bring 100 years ago? Harry Collins and Geoffrey Witts set up a woodturning business behind the parish hall in Chapel Street. The site r …
National Apprenticeship Week 2019
Blazing a Trail with National Apprenticeship Week 2019
‘Blaze a Trail’ will be the theme for National Apprenticeship Week 2019 (NAW 2019), Apprenticeships and Skills minister Anne Milton ann …
What to eat to boost immunity
Do people who eat healthier actually get sick less?
Those who eat more fruits and vegetables appear to have a lower risk of getting an upper respiratory tract infection like the common cold, whether t …
The Benefits of Volunteering
new people and socialise whilst keeping active. It allows you to connect with your community and make it a better place.
It can also be of great benefit to you, allowing you to gain career experience, …
The Warren Pre-school
The Warren Pre-school is situated in the heart of Bishops Green, an upcoming, thriving, rural community.
Having been in existence for over 30 years our team comes with a wealth of knowledge and experi …
We will remember 1981- 2018
At the start of 1918, Germany was in a strong position and expected to win the war. Russia had already left the year before which made Germany even stronger.
Germany launched the ‘Michael Offens …
Interesting Barber Facts
Here are some interesting facts about barbers that will make you appreciate them for more than just their ability to cut hair!
n Barber is derived from “barba” in Latin, which means beard.
n Barbe …
Men’s health is in trouble…
Men’s health is in trouble
All around the world, fathers, brothers and friends face a health crisis that isn’t being talked about. Men are dying too young, before their time and for no goo …
Festival of Engineering
As part of the Thames Valley corridor, West Berkshire is a thriving place for companies in the engineering sector and with that comes an ever-increasing need for people with expertise in science, tech …
Castle School celebrate new learning space
The Castle School in Newbury celebrated the completion of a new build and refurbishment project that has significantly improved their learning space today.
The £864,470 project, funded by West Berksh …
Professional help and advice for Community
Basingstoke Voluntary Action Group Development Team
Starting up a new Charity/Group?
We can guide you through the process to ensure that new groups are fully aware of governance requirements.
Looking …
WB Heritage marks the end of the WW1
This autumn West Berkshire Heritage will be presenting a series of events and activities to mark the centenary of the Armistice at the end of the First World War.
A new exhibition ‘How We Remember� …
WB Smokers Encouraged to Take Part in Stoptober
The Public Protection Partnership (PPP), which delivers Trading Standards, Environmental Health and Licensing services across Bracknell Forest, West Berkshire and Wokingham, is inviting smokers in Wes …
Crookham Manor
At the time of the Norman Conquest Crookham was owned by Alwi Ceuresbert and according to the Domesday record consisted of just three households.
By c.1125 the manor had been granted to the newly form …
Castle School celebrate improved learning space
MEDIA PHOTOCALL at 9.30 am on Monday 15 October at The Castle School, Love Lane, Newbury RG14 2JG
The Castle School in Newbury is celebrating completion of a new build and refurbishment project t …
New Zebra’s for John Rankin Schools
West Berkshire Council has worked in partnership with John Rankin Schools in Newbury to deliver two new zebra crossings.
When the schools found themselves without a crossing patroller, the council’s …
Mayor’s appeal to WW1 servicemen’s descendants
Descendants of Basingstoke serviceman who died in the First World War are being sought to commemorate the Armistice Day centenary in the borough.
Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council is looking for p …