Coronavirus
Coronavirus has significantly impacted the entire country this year. It has devastated friends, family and our community, the health of people we love and has decimated out economy.
Keep up to date with how Coronavirus is affecting Newbury and more than ever, stay safe.
Latest Announcements
Covid 19: Step 2 Restrictions in England
From 12th April 2021, England will follow Step 2 Guidance
Setting up a Neighbourhood Watch Scheme in your area
Locals are invited to take part in setting up a NHW scheme in your area
Booking Your Coronavirus Vaccination
Those over 64 years of age are now able to book online to receive their Covid-19 vaccination.
Vaccine Fraud
Be alert to Covid-19 vaccination fraud
Financial Support for Local Businesses
West Berkshire announces financial support for local businesses impacted by National Restrictions
National Lockdown - Stay At Home
A National Lockdown was put in place on 5th January
Local Support
Volunteer
If you wish to volunteer locally or you are seeking help in the community, please visit https://www.westberks.gov.uk/ or phone
01635 503579
To contact the Community Support Hub or for the Volunteer Centre go to www.volunteerwestberks.org.uk.
Support Groups
There have been many local support groups springing up in the town. If you are in need of help such as shopping for food, collecting prescriptions and so on, please contact the Community Support Hub who can direct you to your nearest group.
Meals on Wheels
For meals on Wheels with the Fairclose Centre, please telephone either 0163540488 or 0163541294, or email: hello@fairclosecentre.org.
Do your bit
Newbury Town Council encourage everyone who can to participate in a local support group. If there is no support group local to you, think about setting one up, even if only for your street. Make sure you register your group with the Community Support Hub so people will know how to find you.
Other News
NEWBURY UNVEILS 21ST BLUE PLAQUE IN HONOUR OF MUSICAL PIONEER ALPHONSE CARY
Newbury is set to celebrate its musical heritage with the unveiling of its 21st blue plaque, honouring Alphonse Cary, a visionary entrepreneur whose work shaped the town’s musical life for decades. On Friday 23rd January at 11am, the Mayor of Newbury, Cllr David Harman, will unveil the plaque at the corner of 47 Northbrook Street—the building Cary constructed in 1882, which today houses the Dog’s Trust Charity Shop.
09 Jan 2026
MAYOR’S AFTERNOON TEA BRINGS FESTIVE CHEER TO NEWBURY RESIDENTS
The Mayor of Newbury, Cllr David Harman, together with the Mayoress, hosted a Festive Afternoon Tea on Friday 12th December at Newbury Baptist Church Hall, bringing together fifty of Newbury’s senior residents for a relaxed and cheerful afternoon in the run-up to Christmas.
15 Dec 2025
SIGNIFICANT PROGRESS ON VICTORIA PARK CAFÉ REDEVELOPMENT AS INCLUSIVE NEW FACILITIES TAKE SHAPE
Newbury Town Council is pleased to share an update on the redevelopment of the Victoria Park Café, a major investment in the future of one of the town’s most loved community spaces.
11 Dec 2025