Events in Newbury From 20th April – 26th April 2026

You can find a mix of activities this week in Newbury, reflecting the town’s civic rhythm. Outdoor story walks start at dawn along the Kennet and Avon Canal, while toddler nature play sessions run weekly at Victoria Park near the boating pond. Active play and family swim mornings are hosted at Hungerford Leisure Centre on weekday afternoons, this programme is part of a broader commitment to accessible open spaces managed by the borough.

Monthly markets take place in the pedestrianised zone on Northbrook Street, an arrangement that developed after 2015 from earlier informal gatherings near St Mary’s Church. Drop-in support groups meet monthly at Buick Mackane Coworking and local church halls, while knitting circles gather regularly at Wash Common Library’s reading alcove on Bridge Lane.

After dark, live music events rotate through pubs including The Coat & Bear and The Dolphin, often featuring tribute acts or locally trained improvisational ensembles. Open mic nights are held monthly at The Catherine Wheel in a friendly setting for local performers. Sound baths occur once a month in the former church hall beside St Nicholas’s Chapel during spring months, recommended as a mindfulness practice.

Note that parking near Victoria Park is limited due to ongoing road maintenance, including repairs at junctions along M4 approaches.