Lord George Sanger always said he was born in Newbury and maintained contact with the town all his life, bringing his circus to the town regularly, culminating in donating the statue of Queen Victoria and four lions to the town in 1903. Ros Clow has been researching the life of Lord George Sanger since 2021 […]
This is a non-specialist course focussed on the Newbury area, covering the First and Second Battles of Newbury, the Siege of Donnington Castle, and surviving 17th-century buildings locally. These together with other themes will help to build up a picture of the Newbury area during the 17th-century, with an opportunity to focus on specific villages […]
Enjoy a pre-Valentine's Day treat! Meet The Sunday Times Bestselling author, Veronica Henry in the gorgeous White Coco, two doors down from us on Hungerford High Street, as she signs copies of her enchanting new novel, The Invitation. Enjoy a glass of fizz as you browse the boutique, chat to Veronica and get a copy […]
The bestselling author Lionel Shriver talks about her new book, A Better Life - a sharply observed, provocative novel addressing contemporary immigration. Tuesday 17 Feb 2026 from 7.00 pm to 8.30 pm. At Hungerford Town Hall. For more details and tickets please visit https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/lionel-shriver-in-conversation-a-better-life-tickets-1979741395808
Celebrate World Book Day at City Arts Newbury, with a bestselling author, award-winning director & BAFTA member, Leon Mitchell! Children will explore storytelling, join in a fun group story, and create their own mini book to take home. Includes creative world-building, story sharing, and signed posters. Bring your favourite book along to share! A magical time of […]
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