Shaw House
Shaw House was built in 1581 by Newbury clothier Thomas Dolman. This fine Elizabethan building was home to successive Dolman families, the flamboyant Duke of Chandos and the Andrews, Eyre and Farquhar families.
Join them in the Great Hall for introductory talks about the history of the House at 1130, 1230, 1330 and 14.30 before exploring the House, exhibition rooms and their historic costume exhibition ‘Dressed for Shaw’ and the English Civil War arms and armoury exhibition ‘Dressed for Battle’.
Visitors can also pre-book a visit to the Elizabethan bake house, which was discovered during restoration and is one of the very special features of Shaw House. Public access is not usually possible due to its location below the café but during the open days, you will have the chance to climb below the ground floor and discover the well preserved elements of the 16th century kitchen.
The bake house viewings must be pre-booked online and spaces will be limited. Access is via a descending fixed ladder (see link below) which has a handrail on both sides. Anyone looking to visit the bake house must be physically capable of completing this manoeuvre as there is no alternative entry/exit. Bake house viewings: 1200, 1300, 1400, 1500 (30 minute duration), please see below for booking details.
Please note that the café service on these days will be limited in order to create safe access to the bake house.
Please visit the organisers directly
Related upcoming events
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08/08/2022 - 26/08/2022 All dayAdventure Golf
Their 18-hole wildlife themed adventure golf course is packed with a range of fantastic obstacles and traditional features that will ensure an entertaining experience for all!Situated in the beautiful Victoria Park, you will putt your way through a windmill, under a train, over a bridge and round our legendary loop-de-loop obstacle!"Everyone is always welcome and whatever your age or ability, we are sure that you’ll have a Tee-rific time playing our crazy golf course!" Tickets
Ages 3 and under: FREE!
Ages 4+: £4.95pp
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08/08/2022 09:30 - 11/08/2022 13:30Summer Adventure Club at Beale Park
With even more activities added Beale Park have put together a non stop adventure schedule to keep 9 - 12 year old's entertained and occupied over the summer holidays.
Week 1: 25th - 28th July
Week 2: 8th - 11th August
Week 3: 22nd - 25th August
9.30am - 1.30pm
£30 per day (£5 extra for BBQ Lunch)
Book at www.faceadventures.co.uk
Activities include -Laser Tag
Archery Tag
Paddleboarding - (Thursday's only)
Archery
Fire Building
Bush Craft
Archery Golf
Looking forward to seeing you all over the summer!!!!
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08/08/2022 15:00 - 31/08/2022 17:00Victoria Park Bandstand Performances 2022
BANDSTAND PERFORMANCES | 12TH JUNE – 25TH SEPTEMBER | 3PM – 5PM | VICTORIA PARK, NEWBURY | FREE
Newbury Town Council will be hosting live bands in the famous bandstand in Victoria Park on weekends on a (nearly!) weekly basis throughout June to September. Each event is free to all to attend and takes place from 3pm – 5pm.
Make a day of it with some retail therapy at the local independent and national shops in Newbury, and take advantage of the many attractions, cafes, restaurants, and pubs on offer before settling down to some live music in the park!
For a breakdown of what to expect month-by-month, please see below:
JUNE
Saturday 5th 3pm—5pm Beenham Wind Orchestra
Saturday 18th 3pm—5pm Blewbury Brass Band
Sunday 19th 3pm—5pm Brunel Brass Academy
Sunday 26th 3pm—5pm Cove BrassJULY
Saturday 9th 3pm—5pm Wantage Youth Band
Sunday 10th 3pm—5pm Royal Wootton Bassett Brass
Sunday 17th 3pm—5pm Abbey Brass
Saturday 23rd 3pm—5pm Ramsbury Silver Band
Sunday 24th 3pm—5pm Watership Brass
Sunday 31st 3pm—5pm Hungerford Town BandAUGUST
Sunday 7th 3pm—5pm East Woodhay Band
Sunday 14th 3pm—5pm South Berks Concert Band
Sunday 21st 3pm—5pm Phoenix BrassSEPTEMBER
Sunday 4th 3pm—5pm Cold Ash Brass
Sunday 11th 3pm—5pm Cholsey Silver Band
Sunday 18th 3pm—5pm Wroughton Silver Band
Sunday 25th 3pm—5pm Pangbourne Band -
08/08/2022 14:00 - 08/08/2022 16:00West Berkshire Libraries Lego Club
West Berkshire Libraries  summer holiday  LEGO Clubs are running in the following libraries:Other dates available.
Summer holiday LEGO Clubs are running in the following libraries:
- Pangbourne Library – Tuesdays 2.00-4.00
- Thatcham Library – Tuesdays 10.30-12.00
- Theale Library – Mondays 2.00-4.00
Please check with the library concerned for dates and further information.
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08/08/2022 11:00 - 26/08/2022 12:00Family Roller Disco
Get your skates on and join us for roller skating fun, accompanied by your favourite songs. Run in partnership with Revolution Active, skates and safety pads are included in your ticket price.
Thursdays 4, 11 & 25 August
11am - 12pm: 5 - 10 years
12.15pm - 1.15pm: 7 - 12 years
1.30pm - 2.30pm: 7 - 12 years
2.45pm - 3.45pm: 5 - 10 yearsFridays 12 & 26 August
11am - 12pm: 5 - 10 years
12.15pm - 1.15pm: 7 - 12 years
1.30pm - 2.30pm: 7 - 12 years
3pm - 4pm: Relaxed disco for those aged 12 and under with additional needs. Siblings welcome.Tickets
Full Price £6.50 | 1 free adult spectator per booking. Additional adult spectator tickets cost £6.50. Adult tickets do not include skating.
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