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Spring/Summer
2020
www.westberkshireheritage.org/whats-on
WELCOME TO OUR Thank you for your donations. They help us to
buy new items to display, maintain our historic
WEST BERKSHIRE HERITAGE VENUES buildings and conserve our collections.
West Berkshire Museum
How much do you know
about West Berkshire’s rich West Berkshire Museum is housed in two
archaeological heritage?
of Newbury’s best loved historic buildings,
We are lucky to have an attractive the 17th century Cloth Hall and the old
district, with the majority being an Granary/Corn Stores in the Wharf.
Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty -
but of course humans have shaped The Museum features a permanent
this landscape for millennia. exhibition, Lives & Landscapes, which
explores stories of life in the local area,
Our Archaeology Service is the first
point of contact to find out more
along with regularly changing special
about West Berkshire’s ancient exhibitions, family activities and events.
monuments, historic sites and
buildings, industrial and military Open 10am - 4pm Wednesday - Sunday
structures and archaeological finds, Entry is free.
as well as the work undertaken to
investigate this irreplaceable heritage.
We’re always keen to hear about
any discoveries as our database, the
Contact us
Historic Environment Record, is being Email: museum@westberks.gov.uk
West Berkshire Museum WBerksMuseum west_berks_museum
continually updated. Call: 01635 519562
Look out for our events during the
Festival of Archaeology in July.
We’re also available throughout the
year to give talks to local groups. Shaw House
So do explore a hillfort, wander Shaw House is one of the best preserved
through one of our historic villages, Elizabethan mansions in England.
open the door into a medieval church
or refresh yourself in a hostelry Shaw House is the ideal venue to create an
that may have served travellers for inspiring and productive environment for
centuries. conferences and meetings; we also offer
Sarah Orr and Beth Asbury
a variety of celebration drinks receptions,
West Berkshire Archaeology Service Mrs Farquhar’s Afternoon Tea and events.
archaeology@westberks.gov.uk
www.westberks.gov.uk/archaeology Public open dates: Every weekend
and school holiday from 15 February -
27 September 2020. Entry is free.
West Berkshire Heritage WbHeritage
Contact us
Email: shawhouse@westberks.gov.uk
Call: 01635 279279 Shaw House Shaw_House shawhouse1581
For more information visit: www.westberkshireheritage.org
AT A GLANCE: SPRING SUMMER 2020 For more information please see full listings.
EXHIBITIONS FAMILY AFTERNOON TEA MUSEUM TOURS
Place to Place, opens ........................ 15 Jan 2020 Shaw House West Berkshire Museum
West Berkshire Museum
Focus on Pangbourne, opens ............ 15 Jul 2020 Guided tours of the permanent exhibition
Blaze’s Buddies ................................... Thur 06 Feb Mrs Farquhar’s Chocolate Afternoon Tea .... 17 Apr
The Time Before Us, opens ................ 05 Aug 2020 ' Lives & Landscapes' for families, community
Family Art Workshop .......................... Tues 18 Feb Mrs Farquhar’s Twenties Tea ....... 29 May & 21 Aug
groups and organisations. To book call 01635
Messy Museum Day ........................... Fri 21 Feb Mrs Farquhar’s Summer Afternoon Tea ...... 24 July
Focus on Mortimer, finishes ............ 05 Jul 2020 519562 or email clare.bromley@westberks.gov.uk
Blaze’s Buddies ................................... Thur 05 Mar
Hoards - New Treasure, finishes ......... 26 Jul 2020 Shaw House 01635 279 279
Blaze’s Buddies ................................... Thur 02 Apr
Villa, finishes ....................................... 04 Jul 2021
Rockin' Romans Day .......................... 09, 17 Apr
www.westberkshireheritage.org/whats-on GALLERY 5
Romans Family Fun Day .................... Sat 25 Apr West Berkshire Museum
TALKS Blaze’s Buddies ................................... Thur 07 May THEATRE Gallery 5 at West Berkshire Museum is available
May Madness Craft Day ..................... Fri 29 May for hire and is the ideal environment to display
West Berkshire Museum Shaw House
Bats at the Museum ........................... Fri 29 May original artwork, sculpture or crafts.
Excavating Archives of Ancient Egypt ... Wed 26 Feb Eggs on Legs ................................... Mon 17 Feb
Making a Mark ................................... Fri 29 May
Excavating Roman Public Baths........... Wed 18 Mar Daisy Pulls It Off ............................. 18, 19 & 20 Jun
Roman Roads in the Newbury Area .... Wed 22 Apr Blaze’s Buddies ................................... Thur 04 Jun Contact us for more information
Romeo and Juliet ............................ Sun 26 July
Swifts in Newbury .............................. Wed 24 Jun 01635 519 562
The Jungle Book .............................. Mon 10 Aug
Blaze’s Buddies ................................... Thur 02 Jul museum.roomhire@westberks.gov.uk
WORKSHOPS Messy Museum Day .......................... Fri 24, 31 Jul
Messy Museum Day .............. Fri 07, 14, 21, 28 Aug Please note, children under 16 must be accompanied
West Berkshire Museum Bats at the Museum ........................... Fri 04 Sept by an adult for all of our family activities and events.
Literary Candle Making ..................... Sat 07 Mar Heritage Open Days .......................... 12, 13 Sept
Hand Painted Decorations ................ Fri 01 May
Kiln Carved Glass Coasters ................ Fri 15 May Flexible Room Hire
Willow for the Garden .................... 22 May, 26 Jun Shaw House
Delft Tile Painting ............................ Fri 12 Jun Wedding Venue Fair .......................... Sun 02 Feb
Shaw House West Berkshire Museum
Dichroic Glass Pendant & Earrings ..... Fri 19 Jun Family Activity Day ............................ Wed 19 Feb
Willow Bird Feeder ............................ Fri 17 Jul Civil War at Shaw House .................... Sat 07 Mar We have nine stunning rooms, all with The Long Room is a relaxed learning
Spring Food & Craft Fair .................... Sun 05 Apr their own historic character, plenty of space, ideal for community groups and
natural daylight and a restful ambience. clubs. The Cloth Hall is an atmospheric
Shaw House Family Activity Day ............................ 08, 15 Apr
and historic space that is available
Steam-fix Silk Painting ...................... Mon 16 Mar Sculpture Exhibition .......................... 02 - 25 May for meetings and events.
We offer competitive hourly room
Spring Flowers .................................. Fri 20 Mar Shaw House Open Days ..................... 24 & 25 May
rates which are inclusive of all technical We also offer 'Super Sleepovers' at
Iron-fix Silk Painting .......................... Mon 30 Mar Family Activity Day ............................ Wed 27 May facilities, for 2 to 100 delegates. both venues for youth groups. For
Easter Wreaths .................................. Fri 03 Apr Summer Fair ..................................... Sun 19 Jul more information please email Shaw
Neal’s Yard Facial ............................... Mon 27 Apr Family Activity Day ......................... Wed 22, 29 Jul House or West Berkshire Museum.
Please get in touch
Bridal Flowers ................................. ... Thur 14 May Family Activity Day ............. Wed 05, 12, 19, 26 Aug
Neal’s Yard Aromatherapy .................. Mon 22 Jun Open Air Cinema ............................... Dates TBC 01635 279 279 01635 519 562
Heritage Open Days .......................... 12, 13 Sept shawhouse@westberks.gov.uk museum.roomhire@westberks.gov.uk
SPECIAL EXHIBITIONS
Our second floor galleries host a series of regularly changing special exhibitions.
Gallery 5 can be hired to display original artwork, sculpture and crafts, contact us for info.
The Time Place A Time
Before Us to Place and a Place
Sharing the stories of journeys In this exhibition, Newbury College Art
taken to, from and around West & Design students will showcase their
This exhibition explores Berkshire. artwork, which was inspired by a visit
the shallow waters and to West Berkshire Museum.
lowlands of the Mesozoic This exhibition explores the reasons
era and the creatures that why we travel, how we transport Each student chose different museum
lived there. ourselves and how these journeys objects and themes as their initial
are commemorated along the way. inspiration. Then through experimenting
Discover the dinosaurs with different artistic mediums and
and aquatic animals that techniques, they developed a portfolio
roamed the South East of of work that informed their final artwork.
England long before the
existence of human life. Their final piece along with their
artist statements and sketchbooks
will be on display.
5 Aug 2020 - 29 Aug 2021 15 Jan - 22 Nov 2020 5 Feb - 26 Apr 2020
To see Gallery 5 exhibitions please visit: www.westberkshireheritage.org/whats-on
SPECIAL EXHIBITIONS SPECIAL EXHIBITIONS
Our second floor galleries host a series of regularly changing special exhibitions.
Gallery 5 can be hired to display original artwork, sculpture and crafts, contact us for info.
Villa Dressed
for Battle
Looking through the eyes
of a fictional Roman family ‘Focus On’ is a series of exhibitions For the first time in over 34 years,
in their villa we explore our that celebrate the heritage, community arms and armour from Littlecote
ancestors' lives and legacy. and landscape of our much loved House return to the region.
parishes within West Berkshire.
Stories will be brought to Now on display at Shaw House, this is
life through objects from The exhibitions will explore the history a rare chance to see examples of what
the collection to show the of each parish through objects from the soldiers wore and likely fought with during
impact of local Roman museum collection and loaned from the the Battles of Newbury. The small selection
settlement. local community. on display once formed part of the most
important surviving English Civil War
This programme Stratfield Mortimer armouries before being purchased by the
continues with Roman 4 Dec 2019 - 5 July 2020 Royal Armouries Museum in 1985.
Family Fun Days in April
and October 2020 and Pangbourne Curated by West Berkshire Museum.
supporting talks in 15 July 2020 - 28 Feb 2021
March and April 2020. Exhibition open during all public open dates;
www.westberkshireheritage.org/shaw-house
Runs until 4 July 2021 Open Wed to Sun, 10am - 4pm Runs until 24 April 2022
To see Gallery 5 exhibitions please visit: www.westberkshireheritage.org/whats-on
Talking History TALKING HISTORY FAMILY
West Berkshire Museum
A series of illustrated
talks about history,
heritage and culture
Excavating the Roman Museum
Excavating Public Baths Roads Tours
Archives
In the Roman City In the Newbury Area Highlights of the
Lost Monuments at Silchester permanent exhibition
of Ancient Egypt Lives and Landscapes
The Roman baths were first A major Roman road
Looking at previously discovered in 1903-4. This crosses West Berkshire, Led by an experienced
unstudied archival material talk will explore the current heading from Silchester member of our West
from seven UK collections excavation, started in 2018. to Cirencester, part of Berkshire Heritage tour
dating from the 1850s to the With its modern scientific an engineered national team, you will discover
1950s, to identify missing approaches, remarkable network. This talk looks the history of the collection
and damaged ancient new light is being shed on at the route of the road and have the opportunity
Egyptian monuments and the history of the baths and the evidence for it, to ask questions.
demonstrate the potential over the four centuries of together with the road
for reconstruction. Roman rule. which branched off Suitable for families,
towards Roman Bath. community groups and
Charlotte Booth is a Professor Michael Fulford Local historian Dr David organisations.
freelance Egyptologist is from the University of Peacock has researched, 45-60 minutes long.
with a PhD from the Reading and specialises in written about and taught
University of Birmingham. Roman archaeology. the history of West For more info and to book
Berkshire and the Newbury contact Clare Bromley:
01635 519562
area for many years.
Dr Charlotte Booth Prof. Michael Fulford Dr David Peacock £4 per person
Wed 26 Feb | £5 Wed 18 Mar | £5 Wed 22 Apr | £5 West Berkshire Museum
7pm - 8pm 7pm - 8pm 7pm - 8pm For groups of 4 - 15 people
Book at the museum or online: www.westberkshireheritage.org/whats-on
Craft Workshops HOW TO BOOK
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By phone: Museum 01635 519 562 | Shaw House 01635 279 279
Literary Hand Painted Kiln Carved Willow for
Candle Making Decorations Glass Coasters the Garden
Tutor: Literati & Light Tutor: Piet van den Beuken Tutor: Christine Wolfe Tutor: Trish Matthews
Create your own hand Paint four ceramic Spring Create a unique set of Join us to make a garden
poured soy and beeswax flowers of your choice four coasters using kiln cloche or plant climber.
tin candle, with a choice from the vast collection of carving techniques to add We will explore weaving
of two fragrances from Roelofs and Rubens bisque texture and relief to glass, techniques that you can
Literati & Light's carefully shapes, perfect for hanging all whilst taking in a brief use to create decorative
curated library of literary- in your garden or to add history of the fascinating and useful objects for
inspired fragrances. some colour to your home. craft of fusing glass. your garden. Learn about
the history of willow and
This workshop will bring Decorations will be fired, The designs will be fired, how complex objects can
together literary musings finished with beads and finished and delivered be made using natural
and artisan craftsmanship ribbon and delivered or to you. All materials materials and basic tools.
to soothe the senses and posted to your house. included. Please visit our All materials will be
inspire the mind. Materials and postage website for material lists provided but please bring
are all included. and advisory notes. secateurs if you have them.
Sat 7 March Fri 1 May Fri 15 May Fri 22 May & 26 June
10.30am - 12.30pm 10.30am - 1.30pm 10.30am - 1.30pm 10.30am - 1.30pm
West Berkshire Museum West Berkshire Museum West Berkshire Museum West Berkshire Museum
£20 £40 £30 £25
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CRAFT WORKSHOPS HOW TO BOOK
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By phone: Museum 01635 519 562 | Shaw House 01635 279 279
Delft Tile Dichroic Glass Willow Steam-Fix Seasonal Iron-Fix
Painting Jewellery Bird Feeder Silk Painting Flowers Silk Painting
Tutor: Piet van den Beuken Tutor: Christine Wolfe Tutor: Trish Matthews Tutor: Helen Mortimer Tutor: Kim Harrison Tutor: Helen Mortimer
Starting with unglazed Learn how to make an Make a variety of willow Create your own freestyle Spring Flowers Using gutta (outliner) to
ceramic tiles, you will learn eye-catching pendant and bird feeders to use in floral and landscape Fri 20 Mar | 1pm & 6.30pm develop a Spring painting,
all the techniques you pair of earrings from cut your garden. We will designs, adding salt, alcohol Join in the fun creating you will learn how to tint
need to paint four tiles pieces of sparkly Dichroic explore different weaving or gutta to complete your seasonal flowers in a and blend iron-fix silk paints
with your own design in glass, fitted with silver techniques, giving you an designs. to complete your design.
insight into working with basket or container, the
the Delft tradition whilst plated bails and sterling You will also use silk paints
silver hanging wires. this versatile material. Learn perfect Mother’s Day gift! to create an Easter card.
taking in a brief history of All resources will be
this fascinating craft. You about the history of willow provided. Helen will
can even take inspiration The designs will be fired, and how complex objects demonstrate how to Easter Wreaths All resources provided
from the original tiles at the finished and delivered can be made using natural prepare the silks for fixing Fri 3 Apr | 1pm - 3pm including templates, but
Museum. The tiles will be to you. All materials materials and a minimum of and will offer the option of Create your own Easter please feel free to bring
fired, finished and delivered included. Please visit basic tools. steaming the work for you, flower arrangement, ideal your own designs.
to you.Materials and our website for material All materials will be which can then be collected, for displaying on your door
postage are all included. lists and advisory notes. provided but please bring or you can learn how to
secateurs if you have them. or table.
steam the work yourself.
Fri 12 June Fri 19 June Fri 17 July Mon 16 Mar All materials provided. Mon 30 Mar
10.30am - 1.30pm 10.30am - 1.30pm 10.30am - 1.30pm 10am - 1pm 10am - 1pm
Suitable for beginners.
West Berkshire Museum West Berkshire Museum West Berkshire Museum Shaw House Shaw House
Shaw House
£40 £40 £25 £40 £35
Each workshop £35
Please note: Workshops are non-refundable www.westberkshireheritage.org/whats-on
CRAFT WORKSHOPS MRS FARQUHAR'S AFTERNOON TEA
A new series of speciality afternoon tea,
all served in the traditional setting of the Chandos Dining Room.
Bridal Neal’s Yard Mrs
Flowers Remedies Farquhar’s...
Tutor: Kim Harrison Tutor: Kate Dempsie Chocolate Twenties Summer
Afternoon Tea Afternoon Tea Afternoon Tea
Come and have some fun Facial Workshop Aromatherapy Workshop
learning a new skill wiring a Fri 17 Apr Fri 29 May & 21 Aug Fri 24 July
button hole and creating a Relax and pamper yourself Learn about aromatherapy,
whilst learning about the where essential oils come Treat yourself to afternoon Transport yourself back to Presented on a classic
seasonal floral crown, ideal
benefits of a facial routine, from, how to use them and tea with a chocolatey twist the 1920s, with traditional three tiered stand, this
for weddings, going to the the benefits for you. Once this Easter. finger sandwiches, freshly quintessentially British
how to do your own facial
races or even festivals. and create a facial massage you have tried a range baked mini scones with treat will include a selection
routine. This is a chance of Neal’s Yard Remedies Indulge in a chocolate- cream and jam, as well as of finger sandwiches,
All materials will be to really relax and enjoy a blended essential oils, you themed selection of delicious homemade cakes. freshly baked mini scones
provided. Suitable for couple of hours of you time, can create your own shower cakes, alongside finger with cream and jam and
beginners with full understanding your skin as gel or body lotion with your sandwiches and freshly We invite you to sit back homemade cakes.
instruction from Kim well as the benefits of the favourite blend to take baked mini chocolate and enjoy your afternoon
Neal's Yard ingredients. home. With an opportunity scones. You can even tea whilst listening to To celebrate our British
and her Lavenders team. swap your tea for a hot 1920s swing music on a Summer, why not add a
No experience required. to purchase products and
receive one to one advice. chocolate! gramophone. glass of Pimm's?
Thurs 14 May Mon 27 Apr Mon 22 June 2pm - 4pm Group bookings for Afternoon tea is suitable
10.30am - 12.30pm 10.30am - 12.30pm Shaw House special celebrations are for 16 and over.
6.15pm - 8.30pm welcomed, please enquire
Shaw House Shaw House Shaw House Standard: £15.95pp
for availability.
£35 £20 £20 Prosecco/Pimm's: £19.95pp
Please note: Workshops are non-refundable www.westberkshireheritage.org/whats-on
Family Events FAMILY
Blaze’s Buddies Arts Award Explore
Wedding
Come and meet Blaze, the museum
dragon, and join in with an action Fair this Summer
poem, story, simple craft, treasure
hunt and sing-a-long! Save the date...
Don’t be bored this summer – be an Arts
Held in the Museum’s comfortable and Try, buy, book and hire everything Award Explorer! As an explorer, you will
child-friendly learning space, Blaze’s you need for your event or wedding. complete your Explore Arts Award; this
Buddies will encourage your child to take activity is aimed at 7-12 year olds.
part in fun and interactive activities and You'll find everything from hair and
crafts. The session closes with a hunt to beauty tips, groom's room, designer Your child needs to attend at least one
find a museum object or a sing-a-long. dresses, wedding décor ideas, week of the club (on Thursday mornings,
photographers and so much more. 10am-11.15am, for selected weeks of the
Dates and themes 2020: summer holiday).
6 Feb ............................ Blaze the Dragon Hosted by Rusty and Roses.
5 Mar ............................ Teapots Packs available from end of May, price
2 Apr ............................ Springtime Shaw House and cafe open from includes: log book, information letter
7 May ........................... Otters 11am – 4pm with free entry to the and worksheets, a free entry ticket to
4 June ........................... The canal House, exhibition rooms and grounds. two craft days at the museum, Arts Award
2 July ........................... Uniforms moderation and certification (subject to
successful completion).
11am - 11.30am Download the new Blaze's Adventure app Sun 2 Feb, 11am - 3pm West Berkshire Museum
West Berkshire Museum and get exploring at the museum today! Shaw House £25 per pack available from the museum
FREE FREE Email: clare.bromley@westberks.gov.uk
Tickets are available from 10am on the www.rustyandroses.com West Berkshire Museum 01635 519 562
day on a first come, first served basis Contact: 07792 104 418PUPPET THEATRE FAMILY
Eggs on Legs Small Group Family Family
Puppet Theatre Art Workshop Activity Day
Heroes and Villains of the Ages Signs of Spring
Meet a family of zany Eggs on Legs, Running time 40 minutes with time at the There are lots of important and famous Use porcelain pens to decorate a ceramic
living in a lost pocket of the globe. One end to see the puppets and ask questions. faces to be found around the museum. tealight holder in the shape of a leaf; then
day the wind blows a huge egg into their
tree and they are excited to play with it. Suitable for 3-8 years but older and see if you can see any signs of Spring in
Join Armadillo Art Experience to learn the Shaw House's gardens. There is also a free
But what happens if it hatches and can younger children are welcome.
skills you need to draw caricature portraits counting-themed trail to do as you explore
they protect it from the slithery snake?
of heroes and villains from across the Ages. the House.
Garlic Theatre conjure a poetic, Dr Seuss
We’ll also be painting our favourites to Dress for mess!
world full of eggcentric puppets and music
create a wall of fame to go on display at the
to make you roll around with laughter.
museum. You may wish to bring an apron 2020 public opening dates:
or overall as we will be using acrylic paints; Shaw House is open to the public
A cracking family show bursting with
the museum will provide disposable aprons. every weekend from 15 February
wonder and surprise - you will never look
at an egg in the same way again. to 27 September, 11am – 4pm and
Suitable for 7+. during school holidays 10am -4pm.
Mon 17 Feb Tues 18 Feb, 10am & 1.30pm (2.5hrs) Wed 19 Feb, 10am - 3.30pm
House & cafe open 10am | Show 11am West Berkshire Museum Shaw House
Shaw House £9 per child (advance bookings) £2 per child
Adults £9, Child £7 (under 3yrs free) Book online or at the museum No need to book, just drop in
Shaw House 01635 279 279 West Berkshire Museum 01635 519 562 Shaw House 01635 279 279
www.westberkshireheritage.org/whats-onFAMILY FAMILY FAMILY
Messy Civil War Spring Food
Museum Day at Shaw House & Craft Fair
Funky forests Immerse yourself in history at Spring is in the air and we are
The Earl Rivers Regiment Muster celebrating with the return of our
Design your own woodland or forest (Members of The Sealed Knot) annual Spring Food & Craft Fair.
using printing tiles, ink and calico and
then take your final masterpiece home Discover what life was like for those who The House will be packed full of
to decorate a room. had to take up arms against their fellow artisan food, drink and many locally
countrymen. Witness soldiers training to produced crafts giving you the perfect
Dress for mess! Disposable aprons will use swords, muskets and pikes and visit opportunity to shop for unique gifts
be available for the activity but you are some of the tradesmen and civilians who and treats. Local brewers will be on
welcome to bring your own apron. accompanied the armies. hand to keep you refreshed outside
on the Orangery Lawn where hot
You can also join local charity Plus Living History demonstrations inside food will also be available. And Miller’s
Growing2gether to make a cress head Shaw House. Ark Animals will be back with their
from recycled materials. Perfect for
Spring animals that children can feed
your egg and cress sandwiches! Shaw House and cafe open from and handle!
11am – 4pm with free entry to the House.
Fri 21 Feb, 10am - 3pm Sat 7 Mar, 11am - 4pm Sun 5 Apr, 11am -4pm
West Berkshire Museum Shaw House Shaw House
£2 per child (Price includes both activities) FREE Entry adults £1, children free
No need to book, just drop in Shaw House 01635 279 279 Shaw House 01635 279 279
West Berkshire Museum 01635 519 562
Book online: www.westberkshireheritage.org/whats-onFAMILY FAMILY
Family Rockin' Romans Family Open Air
Activity Day Romans Days Fun Day Sculpture Exhibition
Wed 8 Apr | Brilliant bunnies Thurs 9 Apr | Let there be light Drop-in and meet the historical re-enactors Altered States
Bounce into Spring by decorating Make your own Roman oil lamp out from Butser IX Legion in period costume
a ceramic bunny rabbit using of air-drying clay, using modelling who will tell you about life in Roman The Orangery Lawn at Shaw House will be
porcelain pens. tools to shape and decorate it. Britain as well as demonstrate skills and transformed into a sculpture trail where
crafts that you can have a go at. There you can discover artworks by acclaimed
Wed 15 Apr | Mini beast mansions Fri 17 Apr | Face it! will be a themed trail and an opportunity sculptors in this lovely historic setting.
Decorate a wooden mini Make a face out of air-drying clay using to handle replica objects, plus a This year’s exhibition is in association
beast mansion with Deco pens and a replica Roman face jug as inspiration. competition to win museum goodies! with Dreweatts Auction House, Newbury,
then take home and hang up ready You can use your finished piece as a where you can explore more artwork on
for the mini beasts to visit. paperweight or decoration. There will Attention all West Berkshire schools! display in their stunning gardens.
also be a Spring trail available. Don't miss our Roman Experience
Plus a free Easter trail to Day for schools on Monday 27 April. All works on display will be available for
do as you explore the House. Dress for mess! Disposable aprons will Contact the Learning and Participation purchase. The House will also be open to
be available or you are welcome to bring Officer, Clare Bromley, 01635 519562, the public at weekends and during May
your own reusable apron. clare.bromley@westberks.gov.uk half term, entry is free.
10am - 3.30pm 10am - 3pm Sat 25 Apr, 10am - 3pm Sat 2 - Mon 25 May
Shaw House West Berkshire Museum West Berkshire Museum Open everyday 11am -4pm
£2 per child £2 per child FREE Shaw House
No need to book, just drop in No need to book, just drop in No need to book, just drop in FREE
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Book online:
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www.westberkshireheritage.org/whats-onFAMILY FAMILY
Shaw House Family May Madness
Open Days Activity Day Craft Day
Join us for the Shaw House Open Days the open days you will have the chance to Beautiful butterflies Ceramic craft lucky dip!
where you will have the opportunity to climb below the ground floor and discover
access many areas of the House which the well preserved elements of the 16th Decorate a wooden butterfly fridge Choose between decorating a
are not normally open to the public. century kitchen. magnet with Deco pens and patterned ceramic coaster, bird hanging
paper and then varnish the paper decoration, button box or leaf tealight
Visit the ‘Forbidden Corridor’ on the You can also visit the exhibition rooms and (decoupage) as the Victorians would have holder with porcelain pens (subject to
second floor, the basement tunnel running the Open Studio’s outdoor sculpture trail. done – perhaps even Shaw House’s Mrs availability and while stocks last), and
along the length of the House and the Farquhar enjoyed this Victorian hobby? then take it home to enjoy!
Elizabethan bake house. Booking to view the bake house is essential
and spaces will be limited. Access is via There is also a free garden trail Dress for mess! Disposable aprons will be
The bake house was discovered during a descending fixed ladder which has a to do as you explore the House. available. You are welcome to bring your
the restoration of Shaw House and is one handrail on both sides. Anyone booking own apron.
of the very special features of the House. to visit the bake house must be physically Dress for mess! Disposable aprons will be
Public access is not usually possible due capable of completing this manoeuvre as available. You are welcome to bring your For 4-11 year olds but younger and
to its location below the café but during there is no alternative entry/exit. own apron. older children are welcome.
Sun 24 & Mon 25 May Bake House viewings: Wed 27 May, 10am - 3.30pm Fri 29 May, 10am - 3pm
House open 11am -4pm £2 per person Shaw House West Berkshire Museum
Shaw House 11.30am, 12.30pm, 1.30pm, 2.30pm £2 per child £2 per child
Entry to the House is free. Book online or call 01635 279 279 No need to book, just drop in No need to book, just drop in
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For more information visit: www.westberkshireheritage.org/whats-onFAMILY OUTDOOR THEATRE FAMILY
Photography: Roger Wyatt
Making Bats at the Outdoor Theatre: Swifts
a Mark Museum Daisy Pulls It Off in Newbury
A relaxed session that is perfect for A talk and walk by local bat expert Local amateur theatre group, New A walk and a talk by local bird expert,
anyone interested in drawing or looking James Shipman about the life of these Era Players, present Daisy Pulls It Off. Ailsa Claybourn, about these amazing
to improve their sketching skills. amazing creatures. Did you know bats birds who are disappearing from our
can live for up to 30 years? Scholarship girl, Daisy Meredith, arrives skies, and how we can help them.
An opportunity to look at the range at Grangewood School for Young Ladies
of sketchbooks by local artists, featured in Find out where the bats live, how they full of hope. She soon finds that getting Did you know they live almost entirely
the Page to Page exhibition in the Museum fly in the dark, and why they are so acceptance from the snobby girls aerial lives, fly up to 2 million km/1.24
Library, and have a go at sketching some important and protected by law. won't be easy and undergoes many million miles in a lifetime, sleep with only
of the fabulous objects on display with tribulations with her good friend Trixie half their brain at a time and bathe by
Arty Pumpkin, a local artist who loves After a short talk, James will help us Martin. With lots of adventures along flying through rain?
recording whatever is going on around see and hear several species that the way; from saving the lives of sneaky
her: people, buildings, objects landscapes emerge at dusk near the museum Monica and toady Sybil, discovering After a short talk, Ailsa will take us to see
and interesting words. (weather dependent). treasure, scoring the winning hockey swifts and their nest sites in a walk from
goal and finding Daisy’s long lost father! the museum, along the canal and back
This is a free family-friendly event, through Westfields.
suitable for all ages. Materials supplied. A jolly ripping romp for all ages.
Fri 29 May, 10am - 4pm 29 May & 4 Sept, 8.45pm - 9.45pm 18, 19 & 20 June Wed 24 June, 7pm - 9pm
West Berkshire Museum West Berkshire Museum Gates 6pm, Show 7.30pm West Berkshire Museum
FREE £5 Shaw House £5
No need to book, just drop in Tickets can be purchased Adults £10, Under 16s £4 Tickets can be purchased
West Berkshire Museum 01635 519 562 at the museum or online. Shaw House 01635 279 279 at the museum or online.
Book online: www.westberkshireheritage.org/whats-onFAMILY FAMILY / COMMUNITY OUTDOOR THEATRE
Shaw House Festival of Outdoor Theatre:
Summer Fair Archaeology Romeo and Juliet
Enjoy all the fun of the Summer Fair, Co-ordinated by the Council for British Multi-award nominated Immersion see Immersion continue to build on their
with children’s zone, artisan market Archaeology, the Festival offers Theatre proudly presents an reputation for producing Shakespeare
and open air food court. hundreds of events nationwide, allowing unforgettable adaptation of for all, be it the seasoned theatre-goer
people to get hands-on experiences with William Shakespeare’s iconic play, or budding literary enthusiast. This
Practise your circus skills with Circus the past. Romeo & Juliet. is Shakespeare as it’s meant to be:
Scene, along with traditional children’s interactive, fun and highly accessible!
rides and a Fun Dog Show! You can then Within West Berkshire there will be a Following last year’s hugely successful
visit the artisan craft market and choose varied programme of archaeological production of “A Midsummer Night’s “This is the funniest, freshest telling of
some delicious treats from the open air activities for all ages at West Berkshire Dream”, this powerful story of forbidden an often tiredly told tale you’re likely to
food court. Mr Muddles will be back with Museum and other sites. love and bitter rivalry is brought to life in see for years…packs a mighty punch…
his comical slapstick magic show for all the a visual spectacle infused with comedy, Immersion provides a masterclass for
family and Newbury based band Dragonfly heartbreak and danger. theatre companies looking to update
Rhythms will create the perfect laid back Look out for more details on these classic stories for new audiences”
atmosphere with their acoustic live music. www.westberkshireheritage.org/whats-on Moving, funny and tragic in equal Stage Review *****
measure, this beautiful production will
Dogs on leads are very welcome. Suitable for ages 8+
Sun 19 July, 11am - 4pm July dates to be announced Sun 26 July, Gates 6pm, Show 7pm Performance approx. 1hr 40 mins (plus
Shaw House www.archaeologyfestival.org.uk Shaw House 20 minute interval). Please bring your own
Adults £2, Under 16s Free | Pay on the day Adults £12, Under 16s £8 seating/rug, warm clothes and picnic.
Shaw House 01635 279 279 Shaw House 01635 279 279 The café will be open selling snacks,
drinks and ice cream.
Book online: www.westberkshireheritage.org/whats-onFAMILY FAMILY
Family Activity Days Messy Museum Days
Shaw House West Berkshire Museum
Elizabethan Spice Trail to the kitchen garden where you can Skilful Saxons | Friday 24 July Clay seals | Friday 14 August
Crafts themed around the places that plant some rocket with Growing2gether. Make a tile from air-drying clay and then Make a giant seal out of air-drying clay,
spices were collected from in Elizabethan draw on Saxon patterns inspired by those design your own emblem on it and then
times. There is also a free Elizabethan Chilli | Wednesday 12 August found on Saxon pottery. paint it with glossy paint.
spice trail and a big bug hunt. This craft is inspired by Mayan masks
and we’ll be using a flocked face mask Magnificent mummies | Friday 31 July Wonderful Wedgewood | Friday 21 August
Allspice | Wednesday 22 July to make our own. Make a person out of a traditional clothes Make your own blue and white pottery
Make and decorate your own peg and then wrap them up like an Ancient hanging decoration using air-drying clay,
Central American inspired rainstick. Nutmeg | Wednesday 19 August Egyptian mummy using ModRoc. a mould, paint and ribbon.
This Indonesian-inspired craft will be
Cloves | Wednesday 29 July to make a puppet from card, a straw Dazzling dragons | Friday 7 August Marvellous masks | Friday 28 August
Decorate a fan using a design inspired and paint sticks. Make your own dragon, inspired by the Decorate a face mask with Deco pens
by Indonesian patterns and prints. dragons in Saxon art and stories. and find out about the Elizabethan
Melegueta Pepper | Wednesday 26 August masque when these masks were worn.
Black Pepper | Wednesday 5 August Make a flag, inspired by African flags, out
The national bird of India is a peacock - of a calico sheet, a dowel and fabric crayons.
paint colourful feathers on a rock and then
colour-in a garden stake to take outside
10am - 3.30pm For 4-11 year olds but younger and 10am - 3pm 4-11 year olds but younger
Shaw House older children are welcome. West Berkshire Museum and older children are welcome.
£2 per child £2 per child
No need to book, just drop in Children under 16 must be No need to book, just drop in Dress for mess! Disposable aprons will
accompanied by an adult. be provided for the messier activities.
Shaw House 01635 279 279 West Berkshire Museum 01635 519 562
For more information
Book online:
visit:www.westberkshireheritage.org/whats-on
www.westberkshireheritage.org/whats-onOUTDOOR THEATRE FAMILY
Outdoor Theatre: Open Air Heritage
The Jungle Book Cinema Open Days
Immersion Theatre are thrilled to
Funny, exciting and wildly entertaining, Summer Screens will return Shaw House
bring their trademark energy to their to Shaw House in 2020.
this larger-than-life musical will have you Meet us in the Great Hall for introductory
wildest show yet, a brand-new musical
howling with laughter; the perfect treat talks about the history of the House. You
adaptation of the Rudyard Kipling Enjoy the ultimate open air cinema
for the whole family! will then have the opportunity to access
family favourite, The Jungle Book. experience with a choice of comfy many areas which are not normally open
"The whole experience was joyous… deckchairs or beanbags to relax on to the public.Talks at:
Filled with original music, audience and watch the film, plus fantastic snack 11.30am, 12.30pm, 1.30pm & 2.30pm.
interaction and the chance to meet an energetic, fun filled musical…
had the kids in stitches… and drink options including cocktails,
the characters after the show, you are speciality ales, wine and fresh popcorn. West Berkshire Museum
invited to join Mowgli and his friends, a wonderful family outing"
Families Online Explore the attic of the Cloth Hall,
Baloo the bear and Bagheera the panther, Tickets will be available from which is accessed via a steep staircase.
on a madcap jungle adventure as they summerscreens.co.uk Members of the Kennet Valley Guild of
meet and attempt to outwit a slithering Weavers, Spinners and Dyers will be on
snake, some cheeky monkeys and the hand to demonstrate traditional skills,
fierce tiger, Shere Khan! giving you a flavour of the original purpose
of the Cloth Hall. 10am - 3pm.
Mon 10 Aug, Gates 5pm, Show 6pm Performance approx. 1hr 40 mins (plus Dates and film titles to be confirmed Saturday 12 & Sunday 13 September
Shaw House 20 minute interval). Please bring your
look out for more information at www. FREE
Adults £12, Child £8 own seating/rug, warm clothes and picnic.
The café will be open selling snacks, westberkshireheritage.org/whats-on No need to book, just drop in
Shaw House 01635 279 279 www.heritageopendays.org.uk
drinks and ice cream.
www.westberkshireheritage.org/whats-on Book online: www.westberkshireheritage.org/whats-onADULT EVENING CLASS COMMUNITY
Local Heritage Get in touch:
The Archaeology Service, 01635 519534
archaeology@westberks.gov.uk
West Berkshire Heritage WbHeritage
The West Berkshire Council Archaeology Service provides curatorial advice and
information about the rich and diverse historic environment of the district.
There are over 500,000 years of human activity in West Berkshire. Our mission is to
promote the understanding and preservation of this fascinating resource for the benefit
of all. For more information please visit www.westberks.gov.uk/archaeology
The Toga was Explore Newbury Find out more
We maintain the West Berkshire Historic Environment
Everywhere Walking Tours Record (HER), the primary index of archaeological
and historical sites in our area. It is the evidence base
The Newbury area in the Roman Period A series of guided walks looking at our for planning and land-use changes, but also a public
local heritage and history, in association record that can be used by anyone interested in West
8 week course from 14 January - 10 March with Newbury Town Council. Berkshire’s past. We can tell you about heritage assets
2020 (not including half-term) and archaeological investigations, provide lists of sources
Northbrook St & Speenhamland ......... Sun 26 July
and explain the historic character of the landscape.
Looking at Roman villas, bath-houses, Wartime Newbury .............................. Sun 2 Aug
www.westberks.gov.uk/HER.
roads and cemeteries in the Newbury area. Pubs Past & Present ........................... Wed 5 Aug
Churches & Chapels ........................... Sun 9 Aug
Tell us what you’ve discovered
Imported, British and locally-made pottery Market Place & Cheap St .................. Sun 16 Aug
If you have found any archaeological objects while
will help to illustrate the Roman lifestyle. Tudor Newbury ................................. Wed 19 Aug
digging or metal detecting, they can be identified
Sites at Newbury, Thatcham, Boxford, Bartholomew St & City ...................... Sun 23 Aug
Kintbury, Compton will be covered, along by Helena Costas, the Finds Liaison Officer for
In the Footsteps of Newbury’s Artists .. Sun 30 Aug
with a range of source material available to Berkshire, who holds Finds Surgeries at West
Central Newbury ................................ Sun 6 Sept
find out about Roman finds where you live. Berkshire Museum on the second Wednesday
First Battle of Newbury 1643 .............. Sun 20 Sept
of the month between 12.30-3.30pm.
To arrange an appointment please contact Helena:
01635 519397 | Helena.Costas1@westberks.gov.uk
7pm - 9pm | £80 Tickets £5 Carrying out research
West Berkshire Museum Tickets and more information from The Berkshire Record Office is the archive of the
Tutor: Dr David Peacock www.cornexchangenew.com county. Its is free to visit and research, and you can
West Berkshire Museum 01635 519 562 Corn Exchange 0845 5218 218 request copies of documents.
0118 937 5132 | www.berkshirerecordoffice.org.ukForthcoming Events Our Venues
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Terms and conditions of sale In Person:
• Tickets are non-refundable except in the event of cancellation by the venue/promoter, in which case a refund to the full value
of the tickets will be offered Bookings can be made at the respective venue in person.
• Tickets can be collected free of charge from the venue that you have purchased from, tickets can be posted at a charge of £1.20
• All events have unreserved seating unless otherwise stated
• All children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult By Phone:
• In the case of severe weather, outdoor events may be postponed to an alternative date
• Pushchairs and prams are not permitted inside Shaw House, however, they can be left safely by reception. Shaw House: 01635 279 279 | West Berkshire Museum: 01635 519 562
Workshops cancellation policy
Workshops are non-refundable, however, you can transfer your booking onto any other session at either Shaw House or West Berkshire
Museum and pay any higher price difference. Please contact reception directly (not the course leader) to transfer your booking.
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