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15 places to find international food in Berkshire

Wed, 12:34 Katy Eachus

Celebrate tastes from around the world with our pick of Berkshire restaurants, ranging from European and African, to South American and Oriental

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5 short Berkshire walks perfect for you and your canine friend

Tue, 11:06 Steve Davison

Photo by John 'K'' (CC BY-NC-ND 2.0) via flic.kr/p/6bShCk

Steve Davison suggests some super short walks that are great for both you and your four-legged companion

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The 900 years of history on show around Reading

Tue, 11:03 Sue Bromley

The majestic ruins have seen 900 years of British history - much of it very significant © Chris Forsey

The town is a fascinating mix of architecture, from medieval times to the 21st century, but modern day celebrations revolve around 900 years of history

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Berkshire Instagrams of the week

Friday, August 10, 2018

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A look back at some of the best Berkshire photography shared on Instagram this week…

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10 things to do to keep all the family entertained this summer in Berkshire

Friday, August 3, 2018 Julie Lucas

Stop the inevitable boredom this summer with these free (or almost) activities that will keep all the family entertained

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5 short Berkshire walks perfect for you and your canine friend

Tue, 11:06 Steve Davison

Steve Davison suggests some super short walks that are great for both you and your four-legged companion

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The ultimate Buckinghamshire walking guide

Tuesday, July 31, 2018 Harry Maddock

Bottom Road, Radnage by Amateur with a Camera (creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/2.0) via flic.kr/p/qx1BGN

The county of Buckinghamshire is an amazing place for a Sunday stroll. From the Chilterns to the waterways, we round up our favourites

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Berkshire walk around Waltham St Lawrence, Shottersbrooke and White Waltham

Monday, July 23, 2018 Steve Davison

Heading back along the path between White Waltham and Shottesbrooke

This month we head off for an easy walk which takes us through three villages and picturesque scenery

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The ultimate Berkshire walking guide

Tuesday, June 26, 2018 Harry Maddock

The Long Walk by Robin Jaffray (creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/2.0) via flic.kr/p/pALujP

With the North Wessex Downs, Windsor’s Long Walk and a whole host of beautiful towns and villages, Berkshire is an amazing place for a stroll

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Buckinghamshire walk around Great Missenden

Tuesday, June 5, 2018 Steve Davison

On the way from Prestwood towards Rignall Wood (Photo by Steve Davison)

This month we head to ‘Roald Dahl land’, the Great Missenden area, for a walk through the lovely Misbourne valley

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15 places to find international food in Berkshire

Wed, 12:34 Katy Eachus

Celebrate tastes from around the world with our pick of Berkshire restaurants, ranging from European and African, to South American and Oriental

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Eating out in Buckinghamshire - Best restaurants

Tue, 11:04

Tapas by Ian S (CC BY-NC 2.0) via flic.kr/p/eZujx4. Text added with canva.com.

Whether you’re looking for fine dining, pub food, a romantic meal for 2 or a taste of something from further afield, eating out in Buckinghamshire really has something for everyone. Here’s our guide to the best local restaurants and pubs

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Eating out in Berkshire - Best restaurants

Friday, August 3, 2018

Burger by Alpha (CC BY-NC 2.0) via flic.kr/p/qZapS5. Text added with canva.com.

Whether you’re looking for fine dining, pub food, a romantic meal for 2 or a taste of something from further afield, eating out in Berkshire really has something for everyone. Here’s our guide to the best local restaurants and pubs

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Foggs in Windsor: Restaurant review

Friday, August 3, 2018 Sue Bromley

Hard to resist Scotch eggs at Foggs (Photo: Maureen McLean)

Foggs has something tasty for people of all ages and a perfect spot for the littler ones to enjoy a taste of foodie treats

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Places to eat off the beaten track in Buckinghamshire: Café and pub

Monday, July 16, 2018 Maureen McLean

Maureen McLean shares two favourites where you definitely can’t park right outside and might even need a boat – or at least some good walking shoes

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People

The mums behind Amersham-based Bloom and Blossom

Mon, 15:05 Karen Kay

Christina and Julia set up their Amersham business after a chat over a glass of wine

Some of the best ideas grow from a chat at the family dining table, and this one blossomed into products now delighting mothers across the country

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Veteran rowing coach Mike Spracklen on his career, training Steve Redgrave and life in Marlow

Tuesday, August 7, 2018 Sandra Smith

These days music and bellringing provide some of the rhythm to Mike's life (Photo: Kevin Light)

While the sounds of national anthems as rowers collected gold medals yet again was once music to his ears, veteran coach Mike Spracklen is ringing the changes

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Kriss Akabusi shares his love for Stockgrove and how he winds down in the evening

Tuesday, July 31, 2018 Sandra Smith

Kriss Akabusi loves the great outdoors close to him when his business day is over (Willowstone Photography)

The former GB athlete shares the reasons why he loves returning home to Stockgrove, the beautiful spot you too could visit this summer

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Jax Meehan tells the story of JAX Jeans in Hungerford

Tuesday, July 31, 2018

Jax Meehan wanted to attend the shopping treks to London (Adam Carter Photo)

Jax Meehan knows quite a bit about racing ahead, so when she tired of heading to the capital for her favourite ‘smart casual’ styles and labels she set up shop in her home town

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Artist Paul Kidby on his work and relationship with author Terry Pratchett

Monday, July 16, 2018 Sandra Smith

Paul and his ‘whippet assistant’ hard at work painting ‘The Imaginarium of Professor Pratchett’

Paul Kidby was mesmerised by the work of Bucks author Terry Pratchett and one day a phone call would lead to an extraordinary meeting of minds for the next two decades

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Events

Things to do in Berkshire this weekend

Mon, 11:53

Donnington Castle by NIL L (creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/2.0) via flic.kr/p/nqHuro. Edited with canva.com.

Great things to do in Berkshire this weekend: art exhibitions, walks, concerts, theatre, places to visit and other events and ideas.

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Homes & Gardens

Why buying a home in a festival hot spot could be a great investment

Mon, 15:36 Fiona Brandhorst

If you’re heading to one of the UK’s many festivals this summer, the chances are you’ll be having a sneaky peak in local estate agents’ windows to see how much it would cost to live there all year round.

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Wokingham furniture designer Pete Hill and his story

Tuesday, July 3, 2018 Pete Hill

Pete and Sil: he knew within minutes of meeting that he'’d found his soul mate

A Wokingham furniture designer recalls the moment he decided to tell his wife – and mother of their two young children – that his commuting days were coming to an end

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Ad Feature: Armed forces finding a home with help from heylo housing

Sunday, July 1, 2018

Residential property company heylo recently signed the Armed Forces Covenant, pledging its commitment to fair treatment and support to the Armed Forces community, including regulars, reserves, veterans and their families. The signing took place in a ceremony held at Wellington Barracks

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Englefield: What it takes to maintain a 400-year-old garden

Friday, May 25, 2018 Fran McElhone

As the seasons change the gardens surrounding Englefield House provide a perfect setting

Sue Broughton is looking forward to her second spring as the Head Gardener at Englefield Gardens, which are open to visitors every Monday and are available for weddings and corporate events. She tells Fran McElhone what it takes to maintain the 400-year-old garden

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