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Christmas is nearly here! Have you chosen your tree, booked a panto, or made any gingerbread houses yet? It’s such a magical time of year for children, and there is plenty happening across West Berkshire to keep everyone entertained in the weeks ahead. Robin Hood and Maid Marian Panto Where: Corn Exchange, Newbury When: 8 November 2025 – Ends on Saturday 3 January 2026 Price: Peak Price £26.50 - £33.75 / Off-Peak Price £23.75 - £30 / Preview £19.25 / Adult Nights £30.75 - £33.75 / Schools £13...

A blog post written by a West Berkshire Family, Dan and Kerry Whiteway, that are helping to raise awareness about paternity leave. The UK government is currently consulting on what UK parents are entitled to as paternity leave. And about time too – it is more than 20 years that this was last reviewed. And you can tell. The two weeks paid paternity leave dads are entitled to is less than half the minimum wage (it is £187.18 per week, for those keeping score). It is the worst in Europe. And...

Christmas crafts are always great fun, but they also make wonderful, heartfelt gifts that show you care. Crafting can also be a great activity for the whole family — kids, parents, and even grandparents can join in the festive fun. There are many places to get creative over the next few months, for both adults and children CRAFTS: Christmas Cards & Wrapping paper Printing - City Arts - (Adults Where: City Arts, Newbury When: Friday 7 November, 18:30 to 20:30 Price:£40 Create hand printed...