What’s on in West Berkshire this week
Friday
Live music concert, ACE Space, 8pm to 10pm, £16.
Hannah Read, Vera van Heeringen and Michael Starkey with support from Ben Baron. Hannah Read and Michael Starkey have fast become one of the most sought-after fiddle-banjo duos on the UK acoustic music scene. On this tour, Hannah & Michael are joined by Vera Van Heeringen, an accomplished and highly acclaimed multi-instrumentalist and songwriter. Tickets available at https://rebrand.ly/8d07fe
Saturday
Woolton Hill and Highclere Village Market, Thorngrove School, 10am to 1pm, free.
As well as its usual offering of its tearoom and 60 stalls selling local produce, gifts and more, Saturday’s market will also have a free balloon modelling workshop for kids taking place between 10.45am and 12.30pm.
Thatcham Unplugged(ish), Thatcham Memorial Hall, 6.30pm, £8.
Line-up includes Ronan Hatfull, Lizzie Cullen, Mikey B, Tiegan Doyle, Ian Clayton and Anya Lewis. Organised by JMIEvents in aid of Partners for Active Leisure (PALS). All proceeds go to the charity. A licensed bar will be provided. Under 18s must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Tickets available at https://rebrand.ly/6c03bd
Recovery in Mind exhibition, The Base, Greenham Business Park, open daily until March 14, free.
The free exhibition showcases artwork created by many individuals who have experienced mental health challenges, highlighting the therapeutic benefits of creative expression. Visitors can view a diverse range of pieces, including group creativity projects, mindful sewing and poetry, all reflecting their personal journeys of recovery and discovery through creativity.
Wednesday
Live jazz evening, Gourmet Pasta Co, 7pm to 9pm.
Local legends the Adam Winslet Jazz Trio return to Berkshire’s best fresh pasta eatery in the heart of Newbury’s historic Market Place. Adam, who is from Hungerford, has been entertaining locally for more than 20 years, including selling out the Corn Exchange back in the day. An uplifting evening of classic songs accompanied by guitar and double bass to enjoy while you dine.
Thursday
Coffee morning, St Nicolas Church Hall, 10am to noon.
Cakes, books and tombola stalls.
