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News from Hungerford’s Independent Shops & Businesses – November 2025

Hungerford is famous for its independent shops and businesses which make the High Street worth a visit. There is also a Heritage Trail you can enjoy while you are browsing the shops.

Hungerford Bookshop

Our autumn author event season is going so well. Next up we’re looking forward to Mark Forsyth on Rhyme & Reason: A Short History of Poems & People (for people who don’t usually read poetry) on Wednesday 5 November.

And then on Saturday 8 November we invite you to the book launch of Afterparty the new thriller by Ruth Kelly (who used to live locally) at The Naked Grape from 6.30pm to 8.30pm.  Entry is free – you just need to RSVP.

The best way of ordering books is by emailing us at sales@hungerfordbookshop.co.uk or calling 01488 683480. 

But if you would like to order on-line and get the book delivered straight to your house then please order via our page on Bookshop.org (a brilliant alternative to Amazon).

Hungerford Bookshop
24 High Street, Hungerford RG17 0NF
01488 683 480
hungerfordbookshop.co.uk
facebook.com/HungerfordBookshop 

Hungerford Coin & Stamp Centre

The Hungerford Coin & Stamp Centre continues to go from strength to strength, with the team busy buying and selling gold and silver coins every week.
 
We’re also actively seeking coin and stamp collections of all sizes, whether single pieces or lifetime accumulations.
 
Our experts are always happy to provide free, no-obligation valuations and advice, either in the shop or by appointment.
 
If you’re considering selling, now is an excellent time to take advantage of strong demand in the market. Visit us at the Coin & Stamp Centre, Hungerford, or online at philatelicheritage.co.uk
 
We buy items not just for their gold content, but also as items, and you can always consign your pieces to our sister company Foxhill Auctions. 

Hungerford Coin & Stamp Centre
34a High Street, Hungerford RG17 0NF
01488 684 008  or 07501 443 799
philatelicheritage@gmx.com
philatelicheritage.co.uk
facebook/Hungerford Coin & Stamp Centre

Inklings Card & Gift Shop

HALF PRICE CRACKERS.  Friday 7 – Monday 10 November is our annual Cracker sale weekend when all of our boxes of crackers will be half price.  The sale will end on Monday 10th November or earlier if we run out!
 
We also have a great Advent Calendar and Advent Candle selection and all of our Christmas cards, wrap, decorations and games are out in the shop so come and shop early and avoid the December rush.  
 
We have everything you need for a great Christmas but lots of other ranges too if you’re not in the mood yet.

Inklings
122 High St, Hungerford RG17 0DL
01488 681 800
info@inklingsofhungerford.com
www.inklingsofhungerford.com
facebook.com/inklingsofhungerford

Amore Italian Restaurant

 
Have you tasted our Autumn & Winter à la carte menu yet? It features a special Chef’s Recommendation section you won’t want to miss!

Our Christmas Party Menu starts from 24 November, and our Christmas Day Menu will be served 12–5pm, the perfect time to celebrate with family and friends.

Book early online or call 01488 686699 to avoid disappointment – we can’t wait to celebrate the season with you.
 
Amore Hungerford
16 Charnham St
Hungerford RG17 0ES

Fare Wise Travel

Have you visited our new website farewise.com with lots of special offers and destination information? Fill out the enquiry form with your holiday requirements then let us do the work to find you your dream holiday.

See our November travel blog here for travel procedure reminders, special offers from our Fare Wise team and some Christmas excitement to look forward to.

Do browse our facebook or Instagram for lots more inspiration. 

Fare Wise Travel
19 Hungerford High Street, Hungerford RG17 0NL (under the railway bridge)
01488 686 858 
hung@farewise.com
www.farewise.com
Facebook/Farewise-Travel
IG/farewisetravel22

Gentleman's Barbers of Hungerford

Gentleman’s Barbers of Hungerford takes a modern approach to the traditional skill of Gentleman’s hairdressing. Our team of barbers pride themselves on having an excellent reputation both locally and further afield.

The business was first started in Hungerford in 1988 and continues to attract discerning customers who appreciate our personalised care and beautiful results.​

We are also official stockists for Geo F Trumper, Truefitt & Hill and Taylor of Old Bond Street.

10 High Street, Hungerford RG17 0DN
01488 684 363
billy@hungerfordbarbers.co.uk
www.hungerfordbarbers.co.uk
www.facebook.com/HungerfordBarbers

Cobbs Farmshop

Festive season is nearly here and here’s what you can look forward to at Cobb’s in November:

Festive Afternoon Tea Launch – 10 November
Hanson’s Auctioneers Free Valuation Day – 20 November
Jewellery Workshop – 21 November (Sold Out)
Festive Lunch Launch – 24 November
Christmas Tree Delivery Day – 26 November
Christmas Tasting Day – 29 November

 

Cobbs Farmshop at Hungerford
Bath Road (A4) just west of Hungerford
hungerford@cobbsfarmshops.co.uk
facebook.com/cobbsathungerford
instagram.com/cobbsfarmshops

Foxhill Auctions

 
Following the continued success of our online auctions, Foxhill Auctions is growing once again with the launch of the Foxhill Auctions Roadshow.
 
Our new Roadshow events will tour towns and cities across the country, offering free valuation and buy-in days for coins, stamps, jewellery and other collectables.
 
The first event takes place on Saturday 16 November at The Rose & Crown, Salisbury, where our expert valuers will be on hand throughout the day.
 
The Foxhill team has also expanded, strengthening an already trusted reputation built on decades of experience in the auction world.
 
More Roadshow dates will be announced soon. We look forward to meeting collectors and sellers nationwide.
 
Whether you’re looking to buy, sell, get a probate or insurance valuation or simply seek advice, Foxhill Auctions offers expert guidance. Contact us for a no obligation chat.

We also offer worldwide shipping to buyers at cost.

Foxhill Auctions
01488 860 124 / 07435 052845
info@foxhillauctions.co.uk

foxhillauctions.co.uk
facebook/Foxhill Auctions

Marlborough Law

What happens to the family home during divorce or separation? This is a stressful decision, especially when children are involved. See here for our thoughts based on years of experience helping couples navigate divorce and separation in a compassionate and practical manner.

We are a small practice who are genuinely enthusiastic about building good, long-term working relationships within the local community. We offer a range of legal services to both private and corporate clients.  Please contact us for a free, no-obligation chat on the phone or in our office.

See here for our recent podcasts on 4LEGS Radio. 

Marlborough Law
Suite A, The Courtyard,
24 High Street, Hungerford, RG17 0NF 
01488 508 008
marlborough-law.com
info@marlborough-law.com

M & P Hardware

As Hungerford’s independent hardware shop we stock pretty much everything you need for your home and garden. 

And don’t forget our key cutting services, from mortice to cylinder…and all your DIY supplies of course. Whatever you need we either stock it or can get it in quickly for you!

Open: 9am to 5pm, Mon to Sat.
M&P Hardware
2-3 The Cuttings Hungerford, RG17 0LU
01488 681 048
facebook/mandphardware
M & P Hardware

Berkshire Trout

They’re back – the hampers everyone talks about. And you have a choice between our Heritage Hamper – the ultimate feast, Berkshire Box – a taste of our best-sellers, and Fireside Treats – made for bubbles by the fire.

As ever we have a busy market schedule in November between home in Hungerford and London.

But for local customers you just need to shop online for our tempting range of fresh and smoked local trout and delicious trout pate.

And don’t forget we deliver within 40 miles of Hungerford every Friday. 

Berkshire Trout
07881 823 083
lucy@berkstrout.co.uk
berkstrout.co.uk
facebook.com/berkstrout
instagram.com/berkstrout

Town & Manor and Hungerford Town Hall

October was a busy time for the Town and Manor herd on Hungerford Common with two sessions of TB testing before departing for their winter home. Thank you to all who helped us keep an eye on the cows this year; contacting us regarding injury and welfare, driving carefully and picking up dog poo.
 
The landscape of the Common changed as a number of trees damaged by strong winds had to be made safe. When apparently superficial damage turns out to be very bad the entire tree needs to be removed, as in the case of the sycamore near the Inkpen Gate. Where possible wood from such unexpected fellings is generally repurposed on the estate as log and brush piles for wildlife.
 
The Kennet Valley Wetland Reserve fundraising appeal was launched on Monday 13 October in the Town Hall. The project’s Patron, Lord Benyon and its wildlife writer ambassador, Nicola Chester, were both in attendance along with representatives from ARK, Hungerford Town Council, West Berkshire Council and our wonderful local press. The launch was followed by the first planning meeting of the project team. If your business or organisation would like a presentation on the Kennet Valley Wetland Reserve, please get in touch.

And a quick reminder that Hungerford residents and charities get a 20% discount on hire rates of the Town Hall complex (except for weddings).

Hungerford Town & Manor
events@townandmanor.co.uk
07880 311 731

Hungerford Chiropractic & Physiotherapy Healthcare

We are a family orientated practice that has been providing quality Chiropractic and Physiotherapy care to the local community since 2005. 

Visit our facebook page for tips on healthy diet and posture for you and your family.

Hungerford Chiropractic & Physiotherapy Healthcare
The Croft Hall, Hungerford, RG17 0HY
01488 683 666
info@hungerford-chiropractichealth.co.uk
www.hungerford-chiropractichealth.co.uk
facebook.com/HungerfordChiroPhysioHealthcare
instagram.com/hcph_chiro_physio.

Hungerford Chiropractic logo

Hungerford Arcade

With over 100 antiques dealers under one roof, we have something to entice every visitor, from pocket-money collectors to lottery-winning big spenders. We are delighted to welcome Sue Winfield to Unit 53. Sue has a fascinating mix of pieces, particularly one of the amazing ceramic poppies from the Tower of London commemorating 100 years since the end of WW1, which is particularly apposite with Rembrance Sunday next weekend.

We are proud to have the title of the UK’s Best Antiques centre, as voted for by readers of BBC Homes and Antiques magazine. We’ve also been featured on BBC’s Bargain Hunt, Antiques Road Trip and many other radio and TV shows.

We are open seven days a week:
Mon to Fri  9.15am to 5:30pm
Sat  9.15am to 6pm
Sun  11am to 5pm

Hungerford Arcade
26-27 High St, Hungerford RG17 0NF
01488 683 701 or 07999 683 701
hungerfordarcade@gmail.com
hungerfordarcade.com
facebook.com/hungerford.arcade
instagram.com/hungerfordarcade1

Mawers Fishmonger

Paula Mawer is a long-established fishmonger from Grimsby who visits Hungerford and the surrounding area every Wednesday. From about 8am to about 12.30pm she’s at the Hugerford Market in the High Street. But if you miss her there, call to arrange a delivery either regularly or as a one-off. 

For the rest of Wednesday, Paula visits customers in villages within a roughly ten-mile radius of the town. 

Paula Mawer
07580 039 098
paulamawer71@icloud.com

 

Howards Pet Care

 
Suzi and the team have everything you need for your two and four legged friends from premium dog food, chews, feeding bowls, beds, leads, bird seed to hedgehog houses and bags of dishwater salt.
 
Our Nutriment and Nature’s Menu ranges are very popular – check out our freezer section for the raw meat options for your four-legged friends. 
 
We also sell wild bird seeds, floating duck and swan pellets . Avoid giving bread if you can, it is not close to their natural diet and cause create wing deformities due to malnutrition. The surplus bread not eaten by the birds causes pollution in the water, especially if it is mouldy, and also attracts rodents.
 
Also, as ever, a full range of pet food, accessories, treats and toys.
 
Howards Pet Care
01488 685 314
facebook.com/Howards-Pet-Care

White Feather Gift Shop

Donna is very sad that her little shop in the courtyard is closing. She’s tried everything to keep it going during the past year and would like to thank everyone who has helped and supported her business.
 
It’s not the end of White Feather Gifts though, it’s a rethink.
 
Donna asks that we keep following her on social media, and stay on the lookout for updates of what is coming next.


White Feather Gift Shop
Unit 6, The Courtyard
Hungerford RG17 0DL
white_feather_gifts@outlook.com
07805 725 929
whitefeathergifts.shop
facebook/whitefeather_gifts

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