On Saturday 30th June the Friends of Welford and Wickham CofE Primary School PTFA are planning to hold a festival style event on the Wickham Recreational Group behind the School, between 3-10pm .  In addition to the usual games, stalls, BBQ and drinks, there will be live music, all helping to raise crucial funds for the school.

Watch this space for further information! 

Walk for Parkinson’s – Welford Park
 
Join Parkinson’s UK on Sunday 29 April 2018 when we will be returning to Welford Park for our sponsored Walk for Parkinson’s.  There will be two different circular walks available, a 2.5 mile walk and a more challenging 6.5 mile walk around the beautiful Welford Park estate, home of the Great British Bake Off.  During the walk you will cross the River Lambourn, climb the hill to see the impressive cricket pitch whilst overlooking the historic Welford Park, explore the wonderful woodland before crossing the fields and taking in the lovely views of the surrounding countryside.
 
Entry fee is £10 for adults and £5 for under 16s and all walkers will receive a Parkinson’s UK t-shirt, plus a medal on completing the walk.
 
The funds raised from the Walk for Parkinson’s – Welford Park will go to Parkinson’s UK to support the vital research work taking place to find a cure for Parkinson’s and improve the lives of the 127,000 people in the UK who are affected by the condition.  We support those living with Parkinson’s and their families and friends, so that no one has to face Parkinson’s alone.
 
You can find out more and register at https://www.parkinsons.org.uk/events/walk-parkinsons-welford-park or contact the Regional Fundraising Team on 020 7963 3912 or email fundraising@parkinsons.org.uk
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West Berkshire Heritage has a huge range of events and activities planned for 2018 from theatre, crafts, talks, special exhibitions and music - all designed to be entertaining and informative. Their aim is to provide a range of heritage activities for all ages at West Berkshire Museum and Shaw House with a  programme that is designed to increase access to our local history and heritage.
Download the Spring / Summer Whats On booklet below:

The following is a list of all the Christmas Services and Carol Services taking place across the 
West Downland Benefice:

Brightwalton
10th December - 4pm Village Carols and Readings
18th December - 6pm School Carols by Candlelight
20th December - 10.20am School Christmas Assembly
Christmas Eve - 10pm First Communion of Christmas

Catmore
Christmas Eve - 3pm Carols by Candlelight

Chaddleworth
20th December - 9am School Christmas Service
22nd December - 7pm Beer & Carols at The Ibex
Christmas Day - 10pm Family Communion

East Shefford
23rd December - 3pm Carol Service

Fawley 
13th December - 7pm Newbury & District Agricultural Society Carol Service
31st December - 10am United Benefice Holy Communion

Great Shefford
3rd December - 3pm Chrisingle Service
17th December - 3pm Carol Service
21st December - 6pm Carols around the Tree
Christmas Eve - 11.30pm Midnight Communion
Christmas Day - 9.30am Family Communion

Leckhamstead
8th December - 6.30pm Christmas Party with Carols
10th December - 10am Nativity Play Service
Christmas Day - 8am Holy Communion

Shefford Woodlands
19th December - 7pm Carol Service

Welford 
12th December - 5pm School Nativity Play 
17th December - 11am Carol Service
Christmas Day - 11am Family Communion

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Thames Valley Police are holding their annual open day on Saturday 5th August. See the police helicopter, meet the mounted and dog sections, tour the museum... something for all the family.