At the Tourist Information Centre you'll find friendly staff with a wealth of local knowledge. Many people find the service useful for information on local events, school holiday activities, short breaks and day trips.
A booking service for accommodation, theatre tickets and some local events is also in operation. You can also purchase Newbury souvenirs and books on walks in the area.
West Berkshire Museum is housed within the delightful 17th Century Cloth Hall and the Granary built at the edge of Newbury Wharf c.1723. The Grade I listed Cloth Hall has been home to the Museum since 1904. At present the Museum exhibitions include:
Hot Air Ballooning Featuring the exploits of pioneer balloonists Rev. John Bacon and J N Maskelyne.
Canal and Wharf The history of the 1723 Kennet Navigation and the Kennet and Avon Canal, including fascinating pictures of what Newbury Wharf use to look like. Crafts and Industries Focusing on local produce, raw materials and the tools of the trade.
Civil War Covering both the 1643 and 1644 Battles of Newbury this exhibit displays a porcelain bowl used by Oliver Cromwell and armour, helmets and other evidence of fighting in the area around Newbury.
Costume Varied display including dresses dating from the 18th Century up until 1940s, accessories and babies clothing.
Jewellery A gift from Anne Hull Grundy these cases contain pieces dating from late 18th Century to mid 20th century. Harness From the Earl of Carnarvon's State Coach, includes a coachman's uniform and coat.
Decorative Items Fine examples of pottery, silver and pewter.
Social History Items including those with a "Law and Order" theme (i.e. the Newbury Stocks), objects illustrating food preparation in the 18th and 19th century a 14th century chest from Lambourn Church and a mangle, c1910.
Local History Artefacts and documents relating to the Manor of Shaw and the Newbury Coat, which was made in 13 hours, 20 minutes and worn at dinner the same day.
Archaeology Wide-ranging section covering the Paleolithic to Medieval period. Objects include flint, antler tools, food bones and also the Yattendon Hoard of bronze implements.
Greenham Common: Heathland Habitat This natural history gallery tells the story of the Common up until the present day.
Geology Locally found fossils, including tusks, minerals and rocks.
Egyptology Objects from ancient Egypt are featured in this small case.
Special Exhibition & Events There is a changing programme of special exhibitions and a lively diary of special events, please contact the museum for more details.
Shop The museum shop in a part of the Tourist Information Centre has an excellent range of local history books. Population 29,000
Attraction
Donnington Castle
Highclere Castle and Gardens
Kennet Horse Boat Co. Ltd
Living Rainforest
Watermill Theatre
West Berkshire Museum
Budget
Hilton Newbury North *book online*
Premier Inn Newbury Thatcham *book online*
Travelodge Newbury Tot Hill *book online*
Camping
Caravan Park
Bishops Green Farm Camp Site
Oakley Farm Caravan Park
Care Home
Church
Newbury Baptist Church
St Joseph RC
St Nicolas Newbury
Classes
Dance - Boot Scootin' Babes
Dinky Dancers
Yoga - Tessa Martin Iyengar Yoga
Club
Liquid NightclubCouncil
West Berkshire District Council
Dentist
Antman & Blanchard Dental
Cousins Dental Practice
Halford House Dental Practice
Jane Cameron
Kidlon & Oretti
Pentangle Dental
Weir & Associates
Doctor
Eastfield House Surgery
Northcroft Surgery
St Mary’s Surgery
The Falkland Surgery
Estate Agent
Allen & Harris
Atkinson & Keene
Burrough & Co
Clive Willis & Partners
Dreweatt Neate
Hamptons
Hamptons International
Peter Brunsden & Associates
Strutt & Parker
Farmers Market
Golf Club
Donnington Valley Golf Club
Newbury & Crookham
Health and Fitness Club
Cannons Health Club
LA Fitness
LivingWell Newbury
LivingWell Newbury North
Sebastian Coe Health Club
YMCA – Sports Centre
Inn
Chequers Hotel
Compton Swan
Queens Hotel
The Dolphin Hotel
The Royal Oak
Market
Antiques Vintage & Collectors Market
Newbury Charter Market
Newbury Farmers Market
Performing Arts
Corn Exchange
Dinky Dancers
Watermill: West Berkshire Playhouse
Pub and Bar
Blackbird Inn
Blue Ball
Catherine Wheel
Cock Inn
Coopers Arms
Gordons Restaurant & Bar
Halfway Inn
Hogs Head
Last Chance Saloon
Lion
Old London Apprentice
Plough Inn
Queens Hotel
Slug & Lettuce
Snooty Fox
Starting Gate
The Furze Bush Inn
Racecourse
Restaurant
Ambiente
Ask
Blackbird Inn
Curry Garden
Gordons Restaurant & Bar
Massarella
Queens Hotel
Sustenance
The Eight Bells
The Square
Valle D’Oro Restaurant
School
Abacus Nursery School
Brockhurst and Marlston House
Cheam School
Dinky Dancers
Pelican Day Nursery
Robert Sandilands Primary School
Speenhamland Primary School
St John GM Infant School
St Nicholas C of E Junior School
Victoria Park Nursery School
Winchcombe Junior School
Self-Catering
Albion Serviced Apartments
Berkshire Rooms
Bermar Studio
Highclere Castle and Gardens
Imperial Court Apartments
Pravonix at Brookvale
Pravonix House
Windsor Court
Solicitor
Antony Gorley & Co
Charles B Garner
CLM Solicitors
Gardner Leader
Horsey Lightly Fynn
Ian Spencer & Co
Janes & Co
Matthew McCloy & Partners Solicitors
Mills & Bann
Taxi
65 Special Taxis
AM PM Cars
Broadway Cars
CABCO
First Choice
Kingfisher
Meridian Cars Newbury Limited
MT-Taxis
Theatre
Corn Exchange
Watermill: West Berkshire Playhouse
Venue
Highclere Castle and Gardens
West Woodhay House
Vet
Sports Clubs
Falkland CC (Cricket)
Newbury Cricket Club (Cricket)
Newbury Rugby Football Club (Rugby Union)
Newbury VC (Volleyball)
Shops
Book Fun
Maher The Bookseller Ltd
Waterstones Booksellers Ltd
Angela's Flower Studio
Bokis Florist
Boots
Early Learning Centre
Rymans
Cottismore Garden Centre
Yew Tree Garden Centre
Elm Farm
The Organic Beef Company
Bright Eyes & Bobtails
Whittard of Chelsea
Dorothy Perkins
Wash Common Pharmacy
Hugh Stevens Opticians
Badgers Ltd
High & Mighty
Staples
The House of Frames
BodyShop
Majestic Wine
Robert Dyas
Thorntons
Body Therapy Massage
Holland and Barratt
Allways Flowers & Crafts Ltd
Richard Summersby Photography
Wallis
Peacocks
Homebase
B & Q
Arlington Fine Arts
The Balnave Gallery
The Works
Vinyl Revival Records
Griffin Butchers
The Village Butcher
Day Lewis Pharmacy plc
The Active Toy Company Ltd
Open & Shut
Software Exchange
SOS Clothing Ltd
Girls Girls Girls
Mistral
Waud Ltd
Katharine Jayne Ltd
Fifi & Moose
Suits Newbury
Camp Hopson
Hethertons of Berkshire Ltd
Christmas Farm
Fishers of Newbury
Woodlands Store
Ashlands Stores
Brummell Road Stores
Fifth Road Stores
Jacqui's
Natures Corner
Julian Graves Ltd
The Broad Bean
Church House Vintners
The Dram Room
TryWines Expertise Ltd
Images
Tiger Tiger Interiors Ltd
Cupcake
Jaynes Hair Studio
Jason Palmer Hairdressing
Segais Hair Design
Ginchey Hair
De Brett's Hair Professionals
Roderick Anthony
The Cutting Bar
Valda
Salon 46
Duo Hair Design
Natural Beauty
Saffron Spa
La Difference
Retreat Beauty Salon
Le Spa
Encore Nail & Therapy Ltd
The Accessory Queen Ltd
Simcat Ltd
Mon Cherie
Bloomin Good Flower Shop
Angelica Flowers
International Design House
Berrydesign
Hodgesons Furnishers
The Furnishing Place
Mik's Paints Ltd
Kitchenmonger
Montgomery Interior Fabrics
Peter Earthy
J Lawrence
Purple Life Ltd
Philip Brown Violins
Korddz
David Clulow Opticians
Banjo Bicycles
Amanda Taylor Saddlery
Pageant
April Flowers
Tadle Pet Supplies
Scruffs To Cruffs
Hamstead Growers Equestrian Ltd
T4 Cameras Ltd
Priceless Shoes
Jones Bootmaker
Michael Greenwood
Wilds Sports
Sports World
Dinky Dancers
Addicted to Nails
Dreams
Specsavers
Allways Flowers
White Stuff
Phase Eight
Pets At Home
Outfit
JoJo Maman Bebe
The Entertainer
Antiques
Hill Farm Antiques
Alan Walker Barometers
Activities
Ministry of Paintball(Adventure)
Places to Stay near Newbury
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Windsor Court (0.27 miles)
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Timson Court (0.31 miles)
Pelican Lane (0.33 miles)
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Chequers Hotel (0.34 miles)
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The Dolphin Hotel (0.35 miles)
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Pravonix Studio (0.39 miles)
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