General Events
- Wednesday 15th November, 10:00am - Until Monday 18th November, 4:00pm
Explore the artefacts of an ancient civilization and how they came to Newbury.
- Saturday 3rd August, 11:00am - Until Sunday 29th September, 4:00pm
Altered States - The Orangery Lawn at Shaw House will be transformed into an open-air sculpture exhibition where you can discover artworks by acclaimed sculptors in the grounds of this lovely historic...
- Thursday 3rd October 1:00pm until 2:00pm
Come and hear Newbury poet Steve Wallis share some of his work, then stay a while to write your own piece, inspired by one of West Berkshire Museum’s special exhibitions.
- Saturday 5th October 10:00am until 3:00pm
Do you know what a bulla is? Find out from the historical re-enactors of Butser IX Legion.
- Wednesday 16th October 1:00pm until 2:00pm
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.
- Wednesday 16th October 7:00pm until 8:00pm
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...
- Friday 18th October 7:30pm until 11:00pm
The ultimate rock show dedicated to the legendary rock icon Dave Grohl. Nirvana, Foo Fighters, Queens Of The Stone Age, Tenacious D, Probot & Them Crooked Vultures.
- Tuesday 29th October 10:00am until 12:30pm
Achieve your Arts Award Discover in a morning, in three fun-filled sessions at central Newbury venues!
- Tuesday 29th October 10:00am until 12:31pm
Achieve your Arts Award Discover in a morning, in three fun-filled sessions at central Newbury venues!
- Wednesday 30th October 10:00am until 3:00pm
Pumpkin Perfection. Using porcelain pens, decorate a ceramic pumpkin hanging decoration.
- Friday 1st November 10:00am until 1:00pm
Ancient Artefacts. Choose between one of three ancient Egypt wooden stand-up shapes (subject to availability) – the Sphinx, a pyramid, or the god Anubis – and decorate with paint sticks.
- Friday 1st November 5:00pm until 7:00pm
Some of our dragons are missing! Family friendly event involving a FREE dragon hunt through a dark or dimly lit museum – please bring a torch. Last entry to the event is at 6.40pm.
- Wednesday 6th November, 10:15am - Until Wednesday 4th December, 10:45am
Held over five consecutive Wednesday mornings, is our art and craft session, Mini Messy Museum, for 2 to 5 years.
- Friday 8th November 7:30pm until 10:00pm
Experience THE Sixties show that's wowing audiences around the world, selling out and headlining venues from the Palladium to Old Trafford - with the spectacular sounds of THE ZOOTS!
- Sunday 10th November 1:00pm until 3:00pm
Early Music ensemble Charivari Agréable present Game of Queens, the extraordinary story of the 16th century female monarchs, consorts and regents who wielded power in England, Scotland and France and the...
- Sunday 1st December 11:00am until 3:00pm
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Join us to begin the festive season with our annual Christmas Fair.
- Saturday 14th December 7:00pm until 11:00pm
The ultimate rock show dedicated to the legendary rock icon Dave Grohl.