Welcome to our Leisure Events Diary
This diary is a guide to some of the leisure events held in and around the Local area including shows, conferences, sporting events and meetings. With hundreds of event listings, you'll never be at a loss for things to do. Every effort is made to ensure the information is correct at time of publishing. We cannot be held responsible for any changes occurring. To avoid disappointment please check with the organisers before setting out.
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Event Date/Time: Sun 14th March
Gigs
Broken Jaws + Golden Tanks - Cellar Bar, Bracknell


Maidenhead hardcore metal band Broken Jaws will be performing with Slough-based Golden Tanks at Cellar Bar in Bracknell from 8pm.
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Event Date/Time: Sun 14th March
Community Events
Mother's Day craft - Basildon Park NT


Creative craft sessions. 11am-5pm. Family trails., build their own. FREE entry for mothers. Basildon Park, Lower Basildon, Reading, Berkshire RG8 9NR, Details: 0118 984 3040 www.nationaltrust.org.uk
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Event Date/Time: Sun 14th March
Community Events
MDCC Cycling Reliability Trials.


Starts from Braywick Sports Ground car park from 8.45am. Groups with speeds ranging from 13-18mph. GPS routes available in advance. 100kms distance. Just turn up or contact Peter Bell on 01628 636 122 or www.maidenheadcc.org.uk
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Event Date/Time: Sun 14th March
Community Events
FREE entry for Mothers - Cliveden NT


Plus FREE cake for Mothers. The garden, gift shop and Orangery are open from 11am-5pm. Cliveden, Taplow, Maidenhead. Tel: 01628 605069. www.nationaltrust.org.uk/localtoyou
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Event Date/Time: Sun 14th March
Community Events
Mother's Day - Valley Gardens


Horse drawn carriage rides in the Royal Landscape Gardens, Englefield Green, starting and finshing at the Obelisk in Valley Gardens (free entry). Free garden entry for mothers to Savill Gardens. Englwwwtheroyallandscape.co.uk
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Event Date/Time: Sun 14th March
Community Events
Longridge Splash Challenge 2010


4k Fun Run through mud and water with obstacles — a challenge but great fun!! Are you up for the Challenge? Held at Longridge, Quarry wood Road, Marlow, Bucks SL7 1RE. Registration from 9am. Race Start 10am. Entrance £10 minimum plus sponsorship. Contact Alison Crook, Event Manager on 01628 483252 or email Alison.crook@longridge-uk.org Sign up online www.longridge-uk.org
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Event Date/Time: Sun 14th March
Gigs
BrokenJaws – Cellar Bar, Bracknell


BrokenJaws mixes the old punk sound of early hardcore, which is not only familiar but well respected among hardcore fans, with the down-tuned chug and brutality of the more recent and fast growing hardcore style to create an energetic and exciting sound.
Appearing at the Cellar Bar in Bracknell at 8pm.
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Event Date/Time: Mon 15th March
Community Events
Marlow Society Talk - Hurley


"Hurley" by Jeff Griffiths. 7.30pm. Liston Hall, Garden Room. £2 for non-members. ww.marlowsociety.org.uk
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Event Date/Time: Tue 16th March
Gigs
Broken Jaws - Nags Head, Wycombe


Maidenhead metal band Broken Jaws + support at the Nags Head in Wycombe from 8pm
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Event Date/Time: Tue 16th March
Community Events
Wake up to Spring Cliveden NT


Guided walk around the garden. 2pm. Free (normal admission fees apply). www.nationaltrust.org.uk/thamesandsolentevents 01628 605069.
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Event Date/Time: Tue 16th March
Community Events
Beaconsfield Chartered Market


Traditional market with over 25 different stalls.it is held in the Old Town from 8am- 3pm. Free car parking.
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Event Date/Time: Wed 17th March
MusicGigs
Open Mic - Hobgoblin, Maidenhead


Fortnightly open mic nights at The Hobgoblin in Maidenhead. Singers, bands, comedians, magicians and just about anybody with a talent can come along. Performers can use the resident guitarist for accompaniment in musical performances if organiser Carly Kenny is told in advance. Performers to arrive about 7pm. Open mic from 9pm
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Event Date/Time: Thu 18th March
Community Events
Ladies Pamper evening - Cippenham


Various treatments are available including ; threading, mini-massages, reflexology, facials plus much more. 6.15-10pm. There is a creche available from 6.25-7.30pm which MUST be pre-booked
Entraance £3, treatments extra.Cippenham Infants School. 01628-604732.
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Event Date/Time: Thu 18th March
Community Events
Pirates, Pelicans and Potoos, an RSPB illustrated talk


Chris Ward takes us on a journey through West Mexico. See the huge variety of resident birds and North American migrants. Open to all. Admission £2. Methodist Church Hall, High Street, Maidenhead.
7.30pm. www.eastberksrspb.org.uk/ Contact: Gerry Studd 01494 715609.
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Event Date/Time: Fri 19th March
Community Events
Talk: Amber – a closer look


An illustrated talk by Kit Brownlee - fossil hunter and light microscopist . King Edwards Hall, King Edwards Road, North Ascot, SL5 8PD. Organised by the Wildlife Trust (Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire ). 7.45pm – 10pm. £2.50 on the door, to include refreshments. Children age 14+ welcome.www.bbowt.org.uk
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Event Date/Time: Fri 19th March
Gigs
Tiger Lilly + support - Jagz, Ascot


Slough singer Tiger Lilly will bring her brand of pop rock 'with a twist of lemon' to Jagz in Ascot from 8pm.
She will be supported by Sophie Henderson, Patrick Johnson and Josh Cleaver.
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Event Date/Time: Fri 19th March
Community Events
British Leisure Show - Windsor Racecourse


You can discover new ways of enjoying the great outdoors, with a range of products and activities to see, try and buy. Includes cars and bikes, caravan and camping, boats, holiday homes and extreme sports. Royal Windsor Racecourse. Royal Windsor Racecourse, Maidenhead Road, Windsor. Family £20, Adult £10, child £5 www.britishleisureshow.com
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Event Date/Time: Fri 19th March
Community Events
Continental Market - Maidenhead


High Street, Maidenhead. Details: 01628 796128. www.maidenheadtownpartnership.org.uk
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Event Date/Time: Fri 19th March
Gigs
Days Of Last presents - The Firestation, Windsor


Music promotor Days Of Last presents one of its monthly nights of music at The Firestation in Windsor.
Music from Feed The Rhino, a new band making a buzz in London.
Supporting are local bands: Desolate Earth, Maidenhead metal band; Golden Tanks from Reading; Slough-based a Sailors Grave
Music from 7pm. Tickets on the door.
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Event Date/Time: Sat 20th March
Community Events
Wycombe Swan Theatre Open Day


At the Wycombe Swan, St Mary Street, High Wycombe. 10am. Family fun day with tours, demonstrations and entertainment throughout the day. Free. 01494 512000; www.wycombeswan.co.uk<
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Event Date/Time: Sat 20th March
Community Events
Art Exhibition, Craft Gift & Food Fair - Juniper Hill School


Original Art Pieces from a range of local artists including ceramics, glass, textiles,photographs, hand-made jewellery pluscraft, gift and food stalls. Plus junior art galler (ages 5-11) from the children at Juniper Hill School. and workshops for kids. 11-5pm. Entrance £1, Under 16s free. Details:Art Exhibition -Helen Cam 07769 940776, Craft, Gift & Food Stalls -Sally Adams 07787 304919.
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Event Date/Time: Sat 20th March
Community Events
Coffee Morning - Maidenhead


St Mark's Crescent Methodist Church with all the usual stalls. From 10am.
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Event Date/Time: Sat 20th March
Community Events
British Leisure Show - Windsor Racecourse


You can discover new ways of enjoying the great outdoors, with a range of products and activities to see, try and buy. Includes cars and bikes, caravan and camping, boats, holiday homes and extreme sports. Royal Windsor Racecourse. Royal Windsor Racecourse, Maidenhead Road, Windsor. Family £20, Adult £10, child £5 www.britishleisureshow.com
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Event Date/Time: Sat 20th March
Community Events
Good as New Sale - Bourne End


Sale of quality clothes, accessories and books - 10am-12pm. Enjoy a coffee, chat and a browse. St Marks Church Hall, Station Road, Bourne End. Contact-Jane Cottrell, 07740 195941
www.stmarksbourneend.org.uk
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Event Date/Time: Sat 20th March
Community Events
Continental Market - Maidenhead


High Street, Maidenhead. Details: 01628 796128. www.maidenheadtownpartnership.org.uk
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Event Date/Time: Sat 20th March
Gigs
No Made Sense – Blue’s Loft, High Wycombe


No Made Sense is a trio of guys from Maidenhead who have recently been signed to Basick Records and won Reading's band completion, beating off 80 other groups from across Berkshire.
Progressive / experimental / rock.
Performing at Blue's Loft in High Wycombe at 8pm.
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Event Date/Time: Sat 20th March
Gigs
The Quotes – The Spinning Wheel, London


Rock band The Quotes first formed in late 2006, bringing to the table an incomparably fresh sound teamed with catchy lyrics and a collaboration of vocals.
Performing at The Spinning Wheel, London, from 8pm.
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Event Date/Time: Sat 20th March
MusicGigs
Pedro - Hedsor Social Club, Bourne End


The top Country and Western singer Pedro will perform in Hedsor Road from 8-11.30pm.
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Event Date/Time: Sun 21st March
Community Events
Making Science Fun - Black Park


Celebrate National Science Week and have a go at fun experiments and challenges at the activity stall near Café San Remo. Black Park Country Park, Black Park Road, Wexham, Slough.10am-2pm. 01753 511060; buckscc.gov.uk/countryparks.
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Event Date/Time: Sun 21st March
Community Events
Sport Relief Mile - Braywick Park


Family day with a bouncy castle, face painting, arts and crafts and more. 12.30-4.30pmEnter the 1, 3 or 6 mile events online on www.sportrelief.com/the-mile/maidenhead-braywick-park-mile. Entry fee: adults £5, under 16s £2, family £12. Braywick Road, Maidenhead.
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Event Date/Time: Sun 21st March
Community Events
Art Exhibition, Craft Gift & Food Fair - Juniper Hill School


Original Art Pieces from a range of local artists including ceramics, glass, textiles,photographs, hand-made jewellery pluscraft, gift and food stalls. Plus junior art galler (ages 5-11) from the children at Juniper Hill School. and workshops for kids. 11-4pm. Entrance £1, Under 16s free. Details:Art Exhibition -Helen Cam 07769 940776, Craft, Gift & Food Stalls -Sally Adams 07787 304919.
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Event Date/Time: Sun 21st March
Music
Classical concert - Norden Farm


The concert will feature soprano Rebecca Van Den Berg and pianist Marek Reuszczyinski. Songs will include pieces by Rachmaninov, Bernstein and Copland. The event has been organised to raise money for the Lich Gate Trust in Bray. The Sunday lunchtime recital will be start at 1pm. Tickets available from Bray Hair Studio in Bray High Street or from Graham Barker on 07803 896003.
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Event Date/Time: Sun 21st March
Community Events
British Leisure Show - Windsor Racecourse


You can discover new ways of enjoying the great outdoors, with a range of products and activities to see, try and buy. Includes cars and bikes, caravan and camping, boats, holiday homes and extreme sports. Royal Windsor Racecourse. Royal Windsor Racecourse, Maidenhead Road, Windsor. Family £20, Adult £10, child £5 www.britishleisureshow.com/
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Event Date/Time: Sun 21st March
Community Events
Walk: On Location at Burnham Beeches


Join us for a gentle stroll through one of the most popular filming locations in the country. Come along and see where several scenes for Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows were shot recently and visit many other famous locations (dating back to 1945) throughout this ancient woodland. Dogs are welcome but should be on leads if requested. Booking required 01753 647358. Afternoon walk for two hours.
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Event Date/Time: Sun 21st March
Community Events
Car Boot Sale - Marlow


At Great Marlow School, Bobmore Lane, Marlow, Bucks, SL7 1JE. Organised by Friends of Great Marlow School. 9am-12pm. £1 entrance fee before 9am (50p after) Refreshments available.
Inside if raining. Details: Sarah on 07590489618 or Bernie on 07986681085.
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Event Date/Time: Sun 21st March
Community Events
Marlow Duathlon


The 2010 event will take place at Marlow Sports Club, Pound Lane, Marlow. Starts 9am. Involves 7km Run – 25km Bike – 7km Run. www.marlowstriders.co.uk
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Event Date/Time: Sun 21st March
Community Events
Talk: Saxon & Viking Wallingford


With Marlow Archaeological Society. Talk by Judy Dewey. Judy, who is the Hon. Curator of Wallingford Museum, will tell us about the need for the massive defences of the royal Saxon burgh at Wallingford their significance, and some of the town’s early Royal and social history. All Saints Church Hall, The Causeway, Marlow. 8pm. £3.50 (£2.50 MAS members) Free refreshments
www.marlowarchaeology.org
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Event Date/Time: Sun 21st March
Community Events
Mammoth Indoor Table Top Sale - Braywick


10am-1pm at WAMDSAD, Braywick Road Sports Ground Maidenhead. Details: 07503 122 122. www.wamdsad.co.uk
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Event Date/Time: Mon 22nd March
Community Events
Brilliant Brass Rubbing - Wycombe Museum


Free, drop-in event. Choose from a wide range of replica brasses including medieval knights in armour, costumed ladies and Tudor kings and queens. Instructions given and all materials provided. 01494 421895. 2-4pm. Priory Avenue, High Wycombe www.wycombe.gov.uk
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Event Date/Time: Mon 22nd March
Community Events
Concert for Haiti - Bray


Bray Guides Showtime. The proceeds will be split between Haiti Guides and our Centenary Meadow Project. Raffle, Refreshments etc. will be available. Bray Village Hall, Entry £1, 6.15pm. 01628 627255
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Event Date/Time: Tue 23rd March
Community Events
Wake up to Spring Cliveden NT


Guided walk around the garden. 2pm. Free (normal admission fees apply). www.nationaltrust.org.uk/thamesandsolentevents 01628 605069.
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Event Date/Time: Tue 23rd March
Community Events
Beaconsfield Chartered Market


Traditional market with over 25 different stalls.it is held in the Old Town from 8am- 3pm. Free car parking.
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Event Date/Time: Tue 23rd March
Community Events
Maidenhead Rotaract Club social evening


At Que Pasa, King Street, Maidenhead. Non-members welcome. Call Lisa Hunter 07876 341334 for more details. http://www.rotaract-thames-valley.org.uk/maidenhead
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Event Date/Time: Wed 24th March
Community Events
Talk: Creating sporting opportunities in every community


With Jennie Price, Chief Executive of Sport England. Free. Owen Harris Lecture Theatre 1, High Wycombe Campus, HP11 2JZ.5.30pm light refreshments, 6-7pm lecture. Talk about the importance of community engagement through sport. Bookings online at: www. bucks.ac.uk/public_lectures
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Event Date/Time: Thu 25th March
Community Events
Talk: Iron Age Hillforts of Marlow and Taplow


For Archaeology in Marlow by Dr Paul Tubb. Dr Tubb will discuss recent discoveries regarding Danesfield Hillfort, Medmenham Hillford and Taplow Court. Dr Tubb is a landscape archaeologist, a tutor at Bristol University and teaches continuing education courses. 8pm. Garden Room, Liston Hall, Marlow. Members £2.50 non members £3.50. No booking required 01628 481792.
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Event Date/Time: Thu 25th March
Community Events
Talk: Fact and Folklore - Local trees


With Twyford & Ruscombe Horticultural Association by Chris Howkins, Tree Expert and Author. 8pm at St Mary’s Church Centre, Station Rd, Twyford RG10 9NT. Members £1, Visitors very welcome £2, Light Refreshments inc. Details at www.trha.org.uk or 01189402116.
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Event Date/Time: Thu 25th March
Gigs
Chigurh – The Monto Water Rats, London


Acoustic/alternative four-piece similar to Radiohead and Jeff Buckley. With ‘decent tracks, no filler, no manufactured rubbish, just pure alternative progressive rock to the core’.
Performing at the Monto Water Rats, London, from 8.15pm.
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Event Date/Time: Fri 26th March
MusicGigs
Jemma Willard - Jagz, Ascot


Reading singer/songwriter Jemma Willard will be singing at Jagz in Ascot from 8pm.
Her music succeeds in capturing her private angst in a series of songs that are by turn rousing guitar driven rock, folksy ballads, and high-production grooves.
Tickets £5.
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Event Date/Time: Fri 26th March
MusicGigs
Open mic night - Norden Farm, Maidenhead


Singers, songwriters and acoustic musicians are invited to showcase their talent at Norden Farm, Maidenhead.
Take part or listen to acoustic sets, and then chat with the performers in the bar after – an opportunity to hear some great talent in a relaxed and informal atmosphere.
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Event Date/Time: Fri 26th March
Gigs
Gabriella Ellis - Cafe de Paris, London


Gabriella Ellis from Marlow will be singing at Cafe de Paris in London. Her last gig before heading off on a mini tour of New York!
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Event Date/Time: Fri 26th March
Community Events
Marlow-Maidenhead Passengers‘ Association AGM


At Bourne End Community Centre, Wakeman Road SL8 5SX. 8pm. Speaker: Anthony Smith, Chief Executive of Passenger Focus plus senior managers from First Great Western and Chiltern Railways non-members welcome. www.mmpa.org.uk
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Event Date/Time: Sat 27th March
Community Events
WESTBEX 2010 Stamp and Postcard Fair


The Kennet School, Stoney Lane, Thatcham, RG19 4LL. From 10am to 4pm. 23 dealers will be present
www.tdps.org.uk
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Event Date/Time: Sat 27th March
Community Events
Nearly new Sale - Emmer Green


Organised by Reading Twins Plus Club , 11am-12.30pm. St Barnabas Church, St Barnabas Road, Emmer Green, RG4 8RA. 50p entry per adult. Cakes and refreshments available.
A range of clothing, toys and equipment for a variety of ages will be available.
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Event Date/Time: Sat 27th March
Community Events
Campaign 1945 - Chiltern Open Air Museum


The museum opens again for the season. Meet 1940s soldiers. Admission: adults £7.50, children 5-16 £5, family £22. 10am-5pm. Newland Park, Gorelands Lane, Chalfont St Giles. 01494 872163; www.coam.org.uk
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Event Date/Time: Sat 27th March
MusicGigs
The Department - The Bramshill Hunt, Arborfield


The band made up of fire service staff and friends, The Department will be playing covers at The Bramshill Hunt, Arborfield at 8.30pm
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Event Date/Time: Sat 27th March
Community Events
Padstones Bridge Evening


Friendly evening of Bridge and delicious Supper with prizes, bar, raffle and Auction of Promises. Beginners and improvers welcome. All proceeds to Padstones - a charity that supports young homeless. The Colston Hall, GX Memorial Centre, Gerrards Cross. £20 per person.
01494 520584 or email info@blinkgroup.co.uk
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Event Date/Time: Sat 27th March
Community Events
The Art of Portraiture - Cookham


A practical two-hour demonstration for aspiring artists. Robert Cordingley will show how to go about getting the best out of portraits, using a model and giving a step by step demonstration. Elizabeth House Gallery Station Hill, Cookham SL6 9BS. 10.30am. Tickets £10 (including tea/coffee) from 01628 819224
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Event Date/Time: Sat 27th March
Music
Spring Concert - Taplow


Featuring Ascot Brass with Duo Ricercare[Recorder and Guitar]. At St Nicolas Parish Church,Taplow. 7.30pm. Tickets £10 [from the Church].
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Event Date/Time: Sat 27th March
Community Events
Taplow Choirs concert


St Mary's Church, Datchet. 7.30pm. Tickets: Adults £10, children £5, under fives free. Available from eventsstmarysdatchet@googlemail.com or 01753 580467
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Event Date/Time: Sat 27th March
Community Events
“Simply Worship” with live vocal and band


Psalms Project is made up of talented and gifted musicians & singers, from different churches from in and around the area. St Michaels Church, Whitby Road, Slough Sl1 7DW.7pm. Cost: over 12's £4 on the door. Everybody Welcome. Free parking and refreshments on sale. Information: 07769 685 662
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Event Date/Time: Sat 27th March
Gigs
The Quotes – Finnegans Wake, London


Rock band The Quotes first formed in late 2006, bringing to the table an incomparably fresh sound teamed with catchy lyrics and a collaboration of vocals.
Performing at Finnegans Wake, London, from 8pm.
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Event Date/Time: Sun 28th March
Community Events
Campaign 1945 - Chiltern Open Air Museum


The museum opens again for the season. Meet 1940s soldiers. Admission: adults £7.50, children 5-16 £5, family £22. 10am-5pm. Newland Park, Gorelands Lane, Chalfont St Giles. 01494 872163; www.coam.org.uk
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Event Date/Time: Sun 28th March
Community Events
Table-top Sale


Organised by Boyne Hill Altwood Scout Group, Back of Altwood School, Altwood Road, Maidenhead.
Set-up at 8.30am, sale starts at 9am until 1pm. Cost £5 per table, entrance 50p adults kids free. Details: Lisa on 07775 920416.
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Event Date/Time: Sun 28th March
Music
Spring Concert - Wycombe Swan


Spring Concert featuring Anna Markland as the soloist for Grieg’s Piano Concerto in A minor and a performance of Karl Jenkins ‘Armed Man’. Held jointly with Princes Risborough Music Society, accompanied by Cygnus Orchestra of London, conducted by Christopher Grant. 7.30-10pm. £15 stalls and circle, £12 upper circle available from 07976 848002 or from Theatre Box Office: 01494 512000.
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Event Date/Time: Sun 28th March
Community Events
Cat Protection Spring Fayre


Holyport Memorial Hall, Moneyrow Green. 1.30-4pm. 50p adults, 20p children. Grand Draw, handmade gift sets, tombola plus regular stalls, books, bric-a-brac, nearly new and new clothes, jewellery and toiletries . Teas and light refreshments. All money raised will be used to help rescue unwanted and stray cats and kittens in the Maidenhead area. www.maidenhead.cats.org.uk/index.asp?m=events
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Event Date/Time: Sun 28th March
Community Events
Table top sale - Altwood


Organised by Boyne Hill Altwood Scout Group. At theScout Hut, Back of Altwood School, Altwood Road, Maidenhead SL6 4PU. £5 per table. Set-up from 8.30am, sale 9am-12pm. Entrance: 50p adults free for children. Info: Lisa 07775 920416.
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Event Date/Time: Tue 30th March
Community Events
Beaconsfield Chartered Market


Traditional market with over 25 different stalls.it is held in the Old Town from 8am- 3pm. Free car parking.
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Event Date/Time: Tue 30th March
Community Events
Maidenhead Rotaract Club social evening


At Noodle Nation, King Street, Maidenhead. Non-members welcome. Call Lisa Hunter 07876 341334 for more details. http://www.rotaract-thames-valley.org.uk/maidenhead
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Event Date/Time: Wed 31st March
Community Events
Yummy Mummy Makeover


Enjoy a makeover at the Magnet leisure Centre, Maidenhead. 7.30pm. Organised by VIE at home in aid of CLIC Sargent. £1 donation. Call Helen Discombe on 07882 918715 to book your place.
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Event Date/Time: Wed 31st March
Community Events
Talk: London Oddities


A talk by Sally Botwright for members of Maidenhead Archaeological & Historical Society. 7.30pm
King George VI Club. Details from 01628 635156.
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Event Date/Time: Wed 31st March
Community Events
Talk: St Kilda


Berkshire Ornithological Club welcomes Graham Wren to give a talk on the bird-dependent life of the former inhabitants, and the spectacular sea-bird colonies still to be found on the remote archipelago of St. Kilda. 8pm in the URS buildings, Whiteknights, Reading University. Doors open at 7.15 pm. Members free, non-members £2. Visitors welcome. Contact Ray Reedman 0118 9864338 www.berksoc.org.uk


