 Do you know what a bulla is? Find out from the historical re-enactors of Butser IX Legion. Dressed in historical costume, they will show you what life in Roman Britain was like, demonstrating skills that you can have a go at.
There will be an opportunity to take part in Roman-inspired crafts as well as to complete a themed trail.
West Berkshire Museum | Saturday 5 October | 10am - 3pm | Free, just drop-in
With over 40 wedding suppliers under one roof - this is the perfect way to plan for your big day and will suit couples marrying at any location in and around the Berkshire area.
Organised by Berkshire Wedding Fairs.
Shaw House | Sunday 13 October 2024 | 11am – 3pm | Free entry
Join us to commemorate the 380th anniversary of the Second Battle of Newbury at Shaw House, which became an integral part of the Royalists defensive position during the battle on Sunday 27th October 1644.
Bringing history to life, Dr. Christopher Scott will explore the campaign and battle that saw the Royalist army defending northern Newbury against the combined Parliamentarian forces of Essex, Waller and Manchester. And where the first Civil War could so easily have been brought to a dramatic early end with the capture of the King.
Shaw House | Friday 25 October | £5 | Audio Tours & Private View from 6pm, Talk 7pm
 Join us for a relaxed morning in the Museum’s Long Room, providing a safe space for local LGBTQ+ families to meet one another and be involved in a creative activity.
Members of the Newbury Pride committee will be on hand to answer questions and to deliver the craft session.
West Berkshire Museum | Monday 28 October | 10.30am - 12pm | Free
 Oldilocks finds a teddy bear in the park and remembers a delicious bowl of porridge she tasted years ago in the woods. Something else happened but she can’t quite remember what, so she sets off for another adventure followed by a scruffy old pigeon. Will she find the bears house and what will happen then?
Shaw House | Monday 28 October | 11am | Adults £10 Child £7 (under 2yrs free with a paying group).
Achieve your Arts Award Discover in a morning, in three fun-filled sessions at central Newbury venues!
Start your journey at the Corn Exchange with a drama session, then move to Newbury Library for a story-based session and on to West Berkshire Museum for a craft and museum trail. You will finish at the Corn Exchange again, to complete your ‘Discover’ level Arts Award (Arts and Culture Passport).
Tuesday 29 October | West Berkshire Museum | 10am - 12.30pm | £6.50 per child
 Dracula and his friends try to bring out the monster in his half human, half vampire grandson in order to keep Mavis from leaving the hotel.
The café will be open serving themed cinema sweets and treats. Feel free to come along in fancy dress!
Shaw House | Tuesday 29 October | Adults £5 Child £3
 Family Activity Day
Pumpkin Perfection! Using porcelain pens, decorate a ceramic pumpkin hanging decoration. A free pumpkin themed trail will also be available.
Wed 30 Oct | Shaw House | 10am – 3pm | £2.50 | Drop-in
Messy Museum Morning
Ancient Artefacts. Choose between one of three ancient Egypt wooden stand-up shapes – the Sphinx, a pyramid, or the god Anubis – and decorate with paint sticks.
Fri 1 Nov | West Berkshire Museum | 10am – 1pm | £2.50 | Drop-in
 Calling all young witches, wizards, and magical creatures.. Join us as we open the doors to our School of Enchantment for one magical night only!
Discover your school house, follow the Dragon Egg Trail through the grounds, create monstrous crafts in the Great Hall and take home your very own Conjuring Licence.
Shaw House | Thursday 31 October | Doors open 6pm. Event: 6.20pm – 8.30pm | £6 per child
 The Historic Ridgeway
This talk by Daniel Bashford will look at the evidence for the use of the Ridgeway and the evolution of the surrounding landscape over time. It will examine the evidence such as earthworks, artefacts and below ground archaeology.
Wednesday 16 October | West Berkshire Museum | 1pm | Free but must be pre-booked
Treasures in Store: A Volunteer’s Choice
This talk by Sue Ellis will explore a volunteer's choice of the treasures in store (and on display) at West Berkshire Museum, asking the question "Why have museums" and exploring this question through the artefacts which have been chosen, looking at what they tell us about history, about ourselves, and about our culture.
Wednesday 16 October | West Berkshire Museum | 7pm | £5
Second Battle of Newbury
Join us to commemorate the 380th anniversary of the Second Battle of Newbury at Shaw House, which became an integral part of the Royalists defensive position during the battle on Sunday 27th October 1644. Dr. Christopher Scott will explore the campaign and battle bringing history to life in the fascinating talk.
Friday 25 October | Shaw House | Audio Tours & Private View from 6pm, Talk 7pm | £5
 Buddhist nun Gen Nyingpo will explain methods to respond to life’s challenges with a peaceful, positive attitude enabling our ordinary problems and difficulties to fall away.
Training in meditation is an effective way to increase our mental freedom. During this event we will explore methods to face life with clarity, inner strength, and profound peace.
Shaw House | Thursday 10 October | 7.30-8.45pm | £10
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