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.
Other News
NEWBURY IN BLOOM LAUNCH 2024 – ENTER NOW!
The ‘Newbury in Bloom 2024’ campaign is now underway, and you can start to plan your entry and register now! The closing date for entries is 26 May 2024 and the judging for the competition will take place week commencing 17 June 2024.
18 Mar 2024
TOWN COUNCIL HONOURS NEWBURY’S LOCAL HEROES
The Annual Newbury Town Civic Awards presentation took place on Wednesday 13th March 2024. They included the Newbury Town Civic Award, the Newbury Town Young Person’s Civic Award, the Newbury Town Business Civic Award, the Newbury Town Environmental Contribution Award, and new for 2024, the Newbury Town Local Community Group Civic Award
14 Mar 2024
TOWN CRIER TO RETIRE AFTER 25 YEARS OF SERVICE
Newbury Town Crier, Brian Sylvester has announced that he will be retiring from his role after 25 years of service to the Town.
08 Mar 2024