Newbury News

Newbury Town Council, in collaboration with local partners, is proud to announce a series of events to commemorate the 80th anniversary of VE Day (Victory in Europe Day), marking this pivotal moment in history with a programme of activities that honour those who contributed to the end of the Second World War.

The events, taking place from May 8th to May 10th, will bring the community together to remember, reflect, and celebrate the legacy of those who served

In an effort to support the well-being of local wildlife and enhance visitor engagement, Newbury Town Council, in conjunction with the Feed Ducks Initiative, has installed new duck feeders at Lock Island and Victoria Park.

The 2025 Newbury Town Civic Award winners have been announced! The awards recognise the town’s unsung heroes who go above and beyond to help make an exceptional contribution to the Newbury community on a voluntary basis. 

The much-anticipated ‘Newbury in Bloom 2025’ campaign is officially underway! Residents, businesses, and community groups are invited to start planning their entries and register now.

Newbury Town Council’s Green Spaces Working Group, in partnership with Newbury in Bloom and Friends of the Earth Newbury, is calling on volunteers to help create a stunning new wildflower area at St George’s Avenue on Saturday, 29 March at 10am

The 1972 Local Government Act requires every town and parish council to host a meeting between March and June each year, to which all their electors are invited.

The Mayor of Newbury is delighted to invite residents and visitors to come and enjoy an evening of live music at the ACE Space, for a special fundraising gig in aid of West Berks Foodbank.

Newbury Town Council is pleased to announce the return of its popular Summer Hanging Basket Scheme, offering local businesses the opportunity to enhance their premises with beautiful floral displays.