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.

• Event Date/Time: Sat 6th September

  Community Events

  
  

  Blasts From The Past Weekend - Cliveden

  
  

  Spectacular entertainment at The National Trust's premier historical re-enactment event all weekend. £12 Adult (National Trust members £5) 11am-4.30pm. 01628 605069 or www.nationaltrust.org.uk

• Event Date/Time: Sat 6th September

  Arts

  
  

  Film: Before the Rains (12A) - Norden Farm

  
  

  Set in a remote part of Southern India in 1937, Englishman Henry Moores arrives with plans to create a spice plantation in Kerala, which requires the erection of a new road through the mountainous region. But then Henry conducts a clandestine and forbidden affair with his married house servant, Sarjani. 3pm and 8pm. £5-£7.25.
  Details: 01628 788997 or www.nordenfarm.org

• Event Date/Time: Sat 6th September

  Community Events

  
  

  Day Out with Thomas - Bucks Railway Centre

  
  

  Take a ride behind ''Thomas'' on his branch line train under the watchful eye of ''Sir Topham Hatt, the Fat Controller''. Other attractions include a children's Punch and Judy Show and Magic Show together with a ''Thomas'' Video cinema, also take a ride on some of ''Thomas's'' smaller friends on our extensive miniature railway. 10.30am-4.30pm. £8-£10.
  Details:  01296 655720 or www.bucksrailcentre.org

• Event Date/Time: Sat 6th September

  Music

  
  

  Travelling Shoes gig

  
  

  Blues & Southern Rock music at The Winkfield, Lovel Road, Winkfield, Nr Ascot. Starts at 9pm and free entry. Contact Anne on 07909 924682 or visit www.travelling-shoes.co.uk

• Event Date/Time: Sat 6th September

  Community Events

  
  

  Black Park model boat show and regatta

  
  

  Black Park Country Park,  near Iver Heath.10-30am-4.30pm. Free entry to regatta  but car parking costs  £2 per day – café , toilets, children’s play area  and facilities for the disabled. Model submarines, boats, yachts, hovercraft  on display. Yacht and powerboat Racing and various on the water displays of all types of craft throughout the show. All proceeds from the day to The Royal National Mission to Deep Sea Fishermen  ( charity no 232822). Further details: www.blackparkmodelboatclub.org.uk

• Event Date/Time: Sat 6th September

  Music

  
  

  East Berks Society of Recorder Players Meeting

  
  

  Come along and blow away your troubles! 2.30pm. The Soltau Centre, Stubbings
  Details 0118 934 1793 or www.srp.org.uk/eastberks
  

• Event Date/Time: Sat 6th September

  Community Events

  
  

  Table-Top Sale

  
  

  10am-12pm. St. Dunstans Church Hall.  Access from Wakeman Road Car Park, Bourne End, Bucks SL8 5AR. Grand table top sale in aid of various charities including an Aids orphanage. Coffee and cakes, bric-a-brac, clothes, books, toys, music, household goods. Lots of Bargains. Contact:  Anne 01494 562080

• Event Date/Time: Sat 6th September

  Community Events

  
  

  Bourne End Horticultural Society's Village Show

  
  

  Classes of flowers, fruit, domestic and crafts. Also childrens and photography entries. There will be homemade cakes, teas and coffees in the small hall of the Community Centre. A plant stall with a chance to take home a bargain to grow.
  Show will be held in St Dunstans Hall, Wakeman Road car park from 12pm-4pm.
  Entry 60p for adults, children and oaps 40p.
  For more details contact: Penny and Albert Hogg, tel. 01628 532982
  

• Event Date/Time: Sat 6th September

  Music

  
  

  The Catfish Kings - Loudwater

  
  

  5 piece rock n roll band plus D J Jivin' George at Loudwater Royal British Legion, Queensmead Road, Loudwater HP10 9TZ. 8pm-12pm. 
  Details George 07721 842142

• Event Date/Time: Sat 6th September

  Community Events

  
  

  Cookham Regatta

  
  

  Marsh Meadow, Cookham High Street. Landside activities include archer, trampoline, bungee jumping, inflatable slide and children's rides.  Waterside activities include dragon boats, dongolas and canoeing.  Refreshments, Bisham Riverside Band, Classic Car display.  Racing: 10am-5pm. Official opening at 11am.  Adults £5, children under 16 £1. Organised by Rotary Clubs of Cookham Bridge and Marlow Thames. www.marlowthames-rotary.org.uk

• Event Date/Time: Sun 7th September

  Arts

  
  

  Film: Before the Rains (12A) - Norden Farm

  
  

  Set in a remote part of Southern India in 1937, Englishman Henry Moores arrives with plans to create a spice plantation in Kerala, which requires the erection of a new road through the mountainous region. But then Henry conducts a clandestine and forbidden affair with his married house servant, Sarjani. 3pm and 7.30pm. £5-£7.25.
  Details: 01628 788997 or www.nordenfarm.org

• Event Date/Time: Sun 7th September

  Music

  
  

  Classical Concert - St Luke's Church, Maidenhead

  
  

  Michael McMillan and  Katrina Penman will perform works for piano and flute by Bach, Bizet, Chaminade, Nakada and Saint-Saens in St. Luke's Church ,Norfolk Road, Maidenhead. 3pm. Followed by cream teas. £6 (£5).  Pay on entrance.

• Event Date/Time: Sun 7th September

  Community Events

  
  

  The Maidenhead Advertiser Wedding Fair - Fawley Court

  
  

  Henley. Wedding servies and suppliers will be exhibiting at the the Fair. Free. 11am-5pm.
  Fawley Court, Marlow Road, Henley on Thames, Oxon RG9 3AE . Details: Amy Vickers on 01628 678210.

• Event Date/Time: Sun 7th September

  Community Events

  
  

  Mediaeval Windsor walking tour

  
  

  Meet at 11.30am at Tourist Information Centre.  Booking required: 07770 933117
  A light-hearted walk through the old market area of Windsor and around the castle walls, with romantic stories from Mediaeval times.www.rendezvousguides.co.uk

• Event Date/Time: Sun 7th September

  Community Events

  
  

  Charity Walk

  
  

  In aid of the British Heart Foundation.  4.5,10 or 15 mile routes through Windsor Great Park. Starting point: Virginia Water (GU25 4BE). Ideal for families, with children's entertainment. Free.  Registration from  9am or online in advance. www.bhf.org.uk  
  Details: 0808 100 2109 or sthamesevents@bhf.org.uk

• Event Date/Time: Sun 7th September

  Community Events

  
  

  Blasts from the Past - Cliveden

  
  

  11.30am-4pm. The National Trust's premier historic event - thousands of years of history in one weekend. Adult £12, child £6 (NT members £5, child £2.50)
  Details: 01628 605069

• Event Date/Time: Sun 7th September

  Community Events

  
  

  Mad Hatters Tea Party

  
  

  Oakley Court Hotel. Thomas Plant, a BBC antiques expert will be joined by five Ferraris, fancy dress and live entertainment at a fun-filled family fundraiser. Plus bouncy castles, face painting, tennis games, lucky dips, cake stalls and much more.  To match the Mad Hatter theme, children and their parents are also welcome to wear fancy dress on the day.   11am-4pm. www.adcct.com

• Event Date/Time: Sun 7th September

  Music

  
  

  Westenders - Theatre Royal, Windsor

  
  

  Featuring top West End singers and the highest quality musicians, you will be taken on a musical journey through some of the most memorable songs from all your favourite musicals. 7.30pm. Box Office: 01753 853888 www.theatreroyalwindsor.co.uk

• Event Date/Time: Mon 8th September

  Music

  
  

  Eliza Carthy - Nettlebed Folk Club

  
  

  Details: 01628 636620 or www.nettlebedfolkclub.co.uk

• Event Date/Time: Mon 8th September

  Music

  
  

  Bel Canto Chorus Rehearsals - Sonning

  
  

  After a successful launch and concert last term, Bel Canto Chorus are back singing in the Pearson Hall in Sonning from the 8th September. We are looking forward to adding to our repertoire under the leadership of Musical Director, Nicky Jerrome. We will also be preparing for our Christmas extravaganza at St Peters Church in Earley. We already have 28 members but we want to grow. 
  Details: info.BelCantoChorus@yahoo.co.uk or www.belcantochours.org.uk

• Event Date/Time: Tue 9th September

  Community Events

  
  

  Marlow & District Horticultural Society talk

  
  

  Follow up to 'Down Your Way,' a talk by Geoff Burnett. At Liston Hall, Liston Rd, Marlow. Start at 8pm. Details: 01628 486206. Cost £3.

• Event Date/Time: Tue 9th September

  Community Events

  
  

  Maidenhead Camera Club - Cox Green Community Centre

  
  

  “How Did You Do That?”. Contributors to Maidenhead Camera Club’s recent exhibition at Sainsbury’s explain how it was conceived and achieved. 7.45pm
  Details: 01628 633911 or  www.maidenhead.cc
  

• Event Date/Time: Tue 9th September

  Community Events

  
  

  “Containers and Vessels” - Stubbings

  
  

  A talk by Wendy Dolan for Windsor and Maidenhead Embroiderers' Guild. 7.30pm.. The Soltau Centre, Stubbings Church Hall
  Details: 01628 829242 or  www.embroiderersguild.com

• Event Date/Time: Tue 9th September

  Music

  
  

  Big Band Metheny

  
  

  One of the most talked about and successful bands on the British Jazz Scene make their first appearance for Marlow Jazz Club at the British Legion Hall. Simon Gilby's 18 piece band specialises in the compositions of US guitarist Pat Metheny and his arranger Lyle Mays. The 18 piece band feature some younger musicians as well as established stars. More details on www.marlowjazz.co.uk.

• Event Date/Time: Tue 9th September

  Arts

  
  

  Film: City of Men (Cidade dos Homens) (15) - Norden Farm

  
  

  Until Wednesday. This film follows the fates of two 18 year old youths, Acerola and Laranjinha, who have grown up together on Dead-End Hill, in a culture dictated by violence and run by street gangs. 8pm. £5-£7.25.
  Details: 01628 788997 or www.nordenfarm.org

• Event Date/Time: Thu 11th September

  Music

  
  

  Retros gig

  
  

  At The Bear, 8-10, High St, Maidenhead. 01628 625183.  Starts 9pm.

• Event Date/Time: Thu 11th September

  Community Events

  
  

  Rock Around the Clock - Altwood School, Maidenhead

  
  

  Church architecture explained by Dr Maxwell Johnson for Maidenhead National Trust Association.  7.45pm. Altwood School, Maidenhead.
  Details: 01628 623631 or www.nationaltrust.org.uk/thameschilterns

• Event Date/Time: Thu 11th September

  Community Events

  
  

  The Work of the Thames Valley & Chiltern Air Ambulance - Holyport

  
  

  A speaker from the Trust will explain their work for Holyport Women’s Institute. 7.45pm. Holyport War Memorial Hall.
  Details: 01628 673899 www.womens-institute.co.uk

• Event Date/Time: Thu 11th September

  Music

  
  

  Cherrington and Ward - The Seven Stars Inn, Knowl Hill

  
  

  Maidenhead Folk Club  present  Paul and Pam, back after nine years. Traditional and written  material with a Traditional edge are this duo’s forte. 8.30pm. Cost: Hat passed round at the break. Suggested fee: £4
  Details:  0118 944 8269, 01628 629117
  

• Event Date/Time: Thu 11th September

  Community Events

  
  

  Castings for Dick Whittington

  
  

  Boyne Hill Cricket Club at 8pm. Be a part of the show. Dick goes on a great adventure and does battle with the evil Rat-King. It's laughs, larks and high stakes in this family favourite. Details 01628 635017.

• Event Date/Time: Thu 11th September

  Music

  
  

  Stoke Poges Singers Open Evening

  
  

  Come and have some cheese and wine and meet the choir. New members always welcome. No auditions. St Andrews Centre, Rogers Lane, Stoke Poges From 8pm.
  Details: 07831 217575 (Naomi) or 01753 662355 (Anthea

• Event Date/Time: Thu 11th September

  Music

  
  

  Harmoniemusik - Norden Farm

  
  

  With many performances on Radio 3 to its credit, the wind and piano ensemble Harmoniemusik is noted for its wide-ranging and innovative programme.  Its most recent CD was recorded at Norden Farm last year.  The recital includes Mozart’s celebrated Quintet and Ludwig Thuille’s splendidly luscious Sextet, as well as an entertaining selection of shorter works. 7.30pm. £11, £5 under 16s.
  Details: 01628 788997 or www.nordenfarm.org

• Event Date/Time: Fri 12th September

  Community Events

  
  

  Over 30s Disco party - Birds Hill Golf Club

  
  

  At Bird Hills Golf Club, Clubhouse, Drift Rd, off Hawthorn Hill (A330), nr Maidenhead, SL6 3ST.  8.30pm- 1am.  No booking required. Dress code and info: 01344 292370 or www.dance-partiesplus.co.uk

• Event Date/Time: Fri 12th September

  Community Events

  
  

  National Carriage Driving Championships - Windsor Great Park

  
  

  Details: 0845 643 2116 or www.horsedrivingtrials.co.uk

• Event Date/Time: Fri 12th September

  Community Events

  
  

  Truly English Lunch - Cliveden NT

  
  

  Enjoy a very special summer afternoon at Cliveden House Hotel in Taplow. Enjoy a glass of Pimm’s on their vintage launch Suzy Ann. Followed by a three course lunch with wines and jazz band in the French Dining Room.  
  Tickets: £75 per guest, £65 for Cliveden Club members. Call Kerry 01628 668561

• Event Date/Time: Sat 13th September

  Community Events

  
  

  The Longest Race - Henley River and Rowing Museum

  
  

  Hear the story of an amazing Atlantic race, that began after a challenge from a gutsy American team. Leven Brown's British and Irish team, and boat, were very much the underdogs. Also up for grabs was the French Atlantic Rowing Speed Record. Held for 16 years, 60 attempts have been made on the record and none have got within two days of the French time. Did Leven and his team emerge victorious against the odds AND beat the record? This is the story of the epic race told by Leven Brown himself. 2.30pm (coffee from 2pm). £5 (£3 members)
  Details: 01491 415600 or www.rrm.co.uk

• Event Date/Time: Sat 13th September

  Community Events

  
  

  Birdwatching - Titchwell Nature Reserve

  
  

  A coach trip to see an outstanding selection of birds at this Norfolk reserve, including Bearded Tit and numerous waders. Experienced birders available to help beginners. Warm, waterproof clothing is essential. Bring a packed lunch.
  Start from Braywick Nature Reserve, Hibbert Road, Maidenhead at 7.00 am, returning early evening. Seats must be booked and paid for (£18 adult, £9 under 16’s) at least one week in advance.
  www.eastberksrspb.org.uk or Ernie Allen on 01628 625324 for more details
  
  This event is organised by the East Berks RSPB group. We have about 200 members. Our purpose is to support the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds by promoting conservation and raising funds. The RSPB is a national charitable organisation with more than one million members.

• Event Date/Time: Sat 13th September

  Music

  
  

  Johnny Wheeler - Marlow British Legion

  
  

  Solo singer/guitarist singing songs from the fifties to the noughties. 7.30pm. Free parking. Station Road, Marlow.
  Details: 01628 486659

• Event Date/Time: Sat 13th September

  Music

  
  

  Hertfordshire Chamber Orchestra concert

  
  

  for Breakthrough Breast Cancer at All Saints Church, The Causeway, Marlow SL7 2AA . 7.30pm
  Conductor  -  Robin Browning,  John Crawford - leader. Schumann : Overture, Scherzo and Finale op.52
  Schoenberg : Chamber Symphony No.2, Schubert : Symphony No. 2 in B flat. Tickets at door:  £10, concs £5, under 16 free.

• Event Date/Time: Sat 13th September

  Community Events

  
  

  National Carriage Driving Championships - Windsor Great Park

  
  

  Also private driving and dog agility.
  Details: 0845 643 2116 or www.horsedrivingtrials.co.uk

• Event Date/Time: Sat 13th September

  Music

  
  

  George Michael / Wham tribute concert

  
  

  Bird Hills Golf Club, Drift Road, Hawthorn Hill, SL6 3ST. Music from a tribute band and a disco.8.30pm-1am. Tickets £10. Details 01344 292370. www.dance-parties.co.uk

   

   

• Event Date/Time: Sat 13th September

  Community Events

  
  

  Wood Crafts - Chiltern Open Air Museum

  
  

  Demonstrations of crafts people working with wood. 10am-5pm. £7.50 (£6.50) Children 5-16 £5. Under fives free. Candle making available - additional charges apply. In addition, all the Museum's buildings will be open to visitors. 
  Details: 01494 872163 or www.coam.org.uk

• Event Date/Time: Sat 13th September

  Community Events

  
  

  Heritage Open Day - Hughenden Manor, High Wycombe

  
  

  Entrance free. Hughenden Manor, High Wycombe, Bucks, HP14 4LA
  Details: 01494 755573 or www.nationaltrust.org.uk

• Event Date/Time: Sat 13th September

  Community Events

  
  

  Waltham St Lawrence and Shurlock Row Village Show

  
  

  Cookery, Preserves, Produce, Flowers, Floral Art, Handicraft, Photography and Art classes and various children's classes - all well attended and hotly contested! 2pm - presentations at 3.45pm. The Neville Hall, Waltham St Lawrence.
  Details: 0118 934 3319

• Event Date/Time: Sun 14th September

  Community Events

  
  

  Maidenhead Farmers' Market

  
  

  A huge selection of quality fresh, local and seasonal produce. 10am-1pm Grove Road Car Park, Maidenhead Free parking at Town Hall

• Event Date/Time: Sun 14th September

  Community Events

  
  

  Cookham Dean Gravity Grand Prix

  
  

  Twenty custom-built vehicles race from the junction of Church Road and Spring Lane to the finish at Uncle Tom's Cabin.
  Details: 01628 485224

• Event Date/Time: Sun 14th September

  Community Events

  
  

  Victorian Marlow

  
  

  A guided walk with the emphasis on Marlow in the 19th century.      2pm from Liston Hall.  Adults £2.   Children free.  No booking required.  More information from Val Beadle 01494 883686

• Event Date/Time: Sun 14th September

  Community Events

  
  

  The Maidenhead Advertiser Wedding Fair - Moor Hall

  
  

  Cookham. Wedding servies and suppliers will be exhibiting at the the Fair. Free. Please register for an invitation. 11am-5pm. www.maidenhead-advertiser.co.uk/weddingshow

• Event Date/Time: Sun 14th September

  Music

  
  

  Windsor Festival Evensong

  
  

  At  St George's Chapel, Windsor Castle at 5.15pm. The Dean and Canons of Windsor invite Festival audiences to join them at the service in the chapel.

• Event Date/Time: Sun 14th September

  Community Events

  
  

  Bray Fete

  
  

  In aid of the St Michaels Church, Bray Emergency Appeal.  To be opened by RBWM Councillor Dorothy Kemp at 2pm.  Fete opens at 1pm.

• Event Date/Time: Sun 14th September

  Community Events

  
  

  Reading Sinfonietta Chamber Charity Concert - Englefield House

  
  

  In memory of Honorary Life Member, Joy Day. 3.30pm.
  Details: 01672 541291

• Event Date/Time: Sun 14th September

  Community Events

  
  

  Crazy Golf Event - Jenners Cafe, Maidenhead

  
  

  18 holes teeing off from 4.30pm. Fundraising event for Maidenhead Christmas Lights. Riverside Gardens, Ray Mead Road. £5 per person. Bar and food available.
  Details: 01628 670573

• Event Date/Time: Sun 14th September

  Community Events

  
  

  National Carriage Driving Championships - Windsor Great Park

  
  

  Also Windsor classic vehicle show
  Details: 0845 643 2116 or www.horsedrivingtrials.co.uk

• Event Date/Time: Sun 14th September

  Community Events

  
  

  Gilbert and Sullivan Sing Day! - Maidenhead Town Hall

  
  

  Come and sing G&S purely for fun: no rehearsals, no audience, refreshments and lunch provided. Organised by Kaleidoscope in aid of Thames Valley & Chiltern Air Ambulance. 9.30am – 5pm.
  Desborough Suite, Maidenhead Town Hall. Cost £15, advance booking required.
  Details: 07976 919681

• Event Date/Time: Sun 14th September

  Community Events

  
  

  History in the High Street - Maidenhead

  
  

  A guided walk of central Maidenhead. 2.30pm. Starting at the Heritage Centre, 18 Park Street
  Details: 01628 780555 or  www.maidenheadheritage.org.uk

• Event Date/Time: Sun 14th September

  Community Events

  
  

  Wood Crafts - Chiltern Open Air Museum

  
  

  Demonstrations of crafts people working with wood. 10am-5pm. £7.50 (£6.50) Children 5-16 £5. Under fives free. Candle making available - additional charges apply. In addition, all the Museum's buildings will be open to visitors. 
  Details: 01494 872163 or www.coam.org.uk

• Event Date/Time: Sun 14th September

  Arts

  
  

  Film: The Visitor(15) - Norden Farm

  
  

  Richard Jenkins (Six Feet Under) stars as Walter, a disillusioned economics professor, in this poignant and often funny film about rediscovering joy in the most unexpected places.  3pm and 7.30pm. £5-£7.25.
  Details: 01628 788997 or www.nordenfarm.org

• Event Date/Time: Mon 15th September

  Music

  
  

  Cherish the Ladies - Nettlebed Folk Club

  
  

  Details: 01628 636620 or www.nettlebedfolkclub.co.uk

• Event Date/Time: Tue 16th September

  Community Events

  
  

  Ladies Who Latte

  
  

  A business networking event for home working mums,lone workers or those interested in starting their own business. The Holiday Inn, Shoppenhangers, Maidenhead 10am-noon. Free of charge. www.ladieswholatte.com or contact Mary Flavelle 07778 970 668

• Event Date/Time: Tue 16th September

  Community Events

  
  

  Maidenhead Rotaract - The Rose, Maidenhead

  
  

  Rotaract is a global, non profit organisation for anyone between the ages 18 - 30 who want to meet new people, help their local community and build up a great social life.
  Meet at The Rose Pub, King Street, Maidenhead. 8pm. 
  Details: www.rotaract.org.uk/maidenhead or phone Lisa Burnett 07876 341334

• Event Date/Time: Tue 16th September

  Music

  
  

  One Night Stand Acoustic Workshop - Jagz at The Station

  
  

  Evening featuring a good variety of acoustic acts from throughout the region. Top quality sound, great venue and supportive atmosphere. Free entry. 8.15pm-10.45pm.
  Station Rd, Ascot SL5 9EG.

• Event Date/Time: Tue 16th September

  Community Events

  
  

  Antiques Valuation Day - Chiltern Open Air Museum

  
  

  In association with Bonhams. 4pm-8pm. To raise funds for the museum. Prebooking essential.
  Details: 01494 871117 or www.coam.org.uk

• Event Date/Time: Tue 16th September

  Community Events

  
  

  Ways of Seeing the Landscape - Maidenhead Camera Club

  
  

  A talk for Maidenhead Camera Club by Despina Kyriacou. 7.45pm. Cox Green Community Centre.
  Details: 01628 633911 or  www.maidenhead.cc

• Event Date/Time: Tue 16th September

  Arts

  
  

  Film: Paris (15) - Norden Farm

  
  

  Until Wednesday. In French with English subtitles. Pierre, a professional dancer, suffers from a serious heart disease. While he is waiting for a transplant which may (or may not) save his life, he finds himself with little better to do than look at the people around him from the balcony of his Parisian apartment.. 8pm. £5-£7.25.
  Details: 01628 788997 or www.nordenfarm.org

• Event Date/Time: Wed 17th September

  Community Events

  
  

  An introduction to choral singing

  
  

  At Sir William Borlase's Grammar School (main hall), West Street, Marlow, SL7 2BR. 7.30-9pm. Free. 16-65+.  Sample the delights of choral singing with Gillian Dibden, the highly acclaimed director of music and conductor of local choirs. Take part in practical activities, including 4-part singing with the Marlow Community Choir. Details: www.bucksinfo.net/mccab/forms/query/  01628-816523/602581.

   

   
   

• Event Date/Time: Wed 17th September

  Community Events

  
  

  Introduction to flower arranging - Flower Loft

  
  

  Discusion on basic knowledge of conditioning and using your flowers to get maximum life, plus demonstraions and make a table centre to take home.  Cost £37.50 including refreshments.  Details 01189 401 987. 6-9pm. At Ldds Garden Centre, Hare Hatch, Reading.

• Event Date/Time: Wed 17th September

  Community Events

  
  

  Literary Lunch

  
  

  At The Grovefield House Hotel, Taplow Common Road, Burnham. From 12pm. Enjoy a glass of fizz, a 3 course lunch and a chat about two books over coffee: local author Max Pemberton’s  account of what it’s really like to work in the NHS and Lois Pryce on her one woman adventures around the world on her motorbike. £25 to include a glass of fizz , lunch, coffee and chat. Details: Helen Rathbone:  07912 696658 or theflyingpigs1@aol.com

• Event Date/Time: Wed 17th September

  Community Events

  
  

  Maidenhead Civic Society Lecture - Stanley Spencer Gallery, Cookham

  
  

  As well as a private viewing, a lecture will be given on Sir Stanley Spencer and his work. He was one of the most original artists of the 20th Century and the title of the Exhibition is “Prophet of Love and Work". 7pm. One hour lecture.  £5. Prebooking essential.
  Contact: Tina Sell 01628 628675

• Event Date/Time: Wed 17th September

  Arts

  
  

  Maidenhead Arts Exhibition - Sainsbury's, Maidenhead

  
  

  Information on all local arts groups will be on display for the next month in the gallery frames outside Sainsbury’s for the next month – come along and see which ones you’d like to join!
  Until 15th October
  Details: www.maidenhead-arts.org.uk

• Event Date/Time: Thu 18th September

  Community Events

  
  

  Classic British Transport Films - Marlow

  
  

  More films presented for the Marlow and District Model Railway Society by Alan Wilmott who was involved in the production of many past British Transport films. 7.45 for 8.00pm. British Red Cross Society Hall, Victoria Road, Marlow.
  Details: 01494 638090 or visit www.mdrs.org.uk

• Event Date/Time: Thu 18th September

  Music

  
  

  The Retros gig

  
  

  The Brickmakers, 170 Lent Rise Road, Burnham.  01628-664354. The Retros playing live music for charity - from Elvis to Oasis – chart hits from the last 5 decades.  Starts 9pm.

• Event Date/Time: Thu 18th September

  Community Events

  
  

  Music on Fire! - Camberley

  
  

  Until Saturday. The Army Benevolent Fund presents live popular and classical music, thrilling fireworks and breathtaking night-time parachute jump by the Red Devils. Includes performances by Hayley Westenra and Teatro. Guests are invited to bring picnics. Free parking.
  All proceeds will go to the Army Benevolent Fund’s Current Operations Fund which supports soldiers and veterans of current operations in Iraq and Afghanistan. 7.30-10.30pm. Gates open 4pm.
  At The Royal Military Academy Sandhurst, Camberley, GU15 4PQ. £20-£39 from Ticketmaster and See Tickets.
  Details: 020 7811 3964 or  www.musiconfire.com

• Event Date/Time: Thu 18th September

  Music

  
  

  Singers and Musicians’ Night - The Seven Stars Inn, Knowl Hill

  
  

  Maidenhead Folk Club 8.30pm. Cost: Hat passed round at the break. Suggested fee: £2.00
  Details:  0118 944 8269, 01628 629117
  

• Event Date/Time: Thu 18th September

  Music

  
  

  Acoustic Cafe - West Wing, Slough

  
  

  A new monthly acoustic night featuring some of the best up and coming performers around, in the informal setting of the Bar. Opening our new monthly music club we have top American singer/songwriter Christene LeDoux who is promoting her new album. 8pm. £7 (£5)
  Details: 01753 823710 or www.westwingartscentre.org.uk

• Event Date/Time: Thu 18th September

  Music

  
  

  The Complete Singer - Norden Farm

  
  

  Maidenhead Music Society in Association with Windsor Festival. Solo cantatas by Handel, Haydn and Purcell, featuring famous mythological characters in extremis.  The performance is fully staged. 7.30pm. £12.
  Details: 01628 788997 or www.nordenfarm.org

• Event Date/Time: Fri 19th September

  Community Events

  
  

  'But Beautiful' Signdance Performance - High Wycombe

  
  

  The opening celebrations of HighWyrrd@Wycombe. ‘But Beautiful’ Signdance Collective Performance with live music. Free. 12.30-1pm and 2-2.30pm. Frogmoor, High Wycombe. 
  Details: www.signdancecollective.co.uk

• Event Date/Time: Fri 19th September

  Community Events

  
  

  Over 30s Disco party - Birds Hill Golf Club

  
  

  At Bird Hills Golf Club, Clubhouse, Drift Rd, off Hawthorn Hill (A330), nr Maidenhead, SL6 3ST.  8.30pm- 1am.  No booking required. Dress code and info: 01344 292370 or www.dance-partiesplus.co.uk

• Event Date/Time: Fri 19th September

  Arts

  
  

  Maidenhead Arts Exhibition

  
  

  Exhibition featuring details from 44 music, drama and visual arts groups in Maidenhead.  Lots of ideas for things to do this autumn. Running until October 15 at Sainsbury's in Town Centre store in between the travelators.

• Event Date/Time: Fri 19th September

  Community Events

  
  

  Model Engineer Exhibition - Ascot Racecourse

  
  

  The Model Engineer Exhibition will be using 2.5km of track from Sinsheim in Germany to run model locomotives. Apart from the 5in gauge track, visitors will also be able to see hundreds of models engineered by individuals or modelling clubs as part of the prestigious exhibition competition, regarded as one of the finest of its type.
  Details: www.model-engineer.co.uk

• Event Date/Time: Fri 19th September

  Community Events

  
  

  Maidenhead Folk Dance Club - Furze Platt

  
  

  Fortnightly meeting in St Peter's Memorial Hall, Furze Platt for fun and exercise through barn dancing. New members welcome. No experience or partner necessary. 8.15pm.
  Details: 01628 628837

• Event Date/Time: Fri 19th September

  Arts

  
  

  Film: Miss Pettigrew Lives for a Day (PG) - Norden Farm

  
  

  This is a sophisticated and heartfelt comedy set in London in 1939 which begins with the title character, a frumpy governess winningly played by Frances McDormand (Fargo), being turned away from her employment agency.  8pm Friday and Saturday, 3pm Saturday and Sunday, 7.30pm Sunday.  £5-£7.25.
  Details: 01628 788997 or www.nordenfarm.org

• Event Date/Time: Fri 19th September

  Music

  
  

  Phil Beer - Norden Farm

  
  

  With special guests Tom Palmer and Isambarde. £12.75. 8pm

  Details: 01628 788997 or www.nordenfarm.org

• Event Date/Time: Sat 20th September

  Community Events

  
  

  Eton College Charity Fair

  
  

  With a record 68 stallholders representing local, national and international charities.  The boys of Eton College will be manning barbecues, serving teas and laying on numerous entertainments of their own.  Music will be provided by local jazz group, The Goodstuff Band.  11am-4pm. Admission £1. Details: David Fox 01753 671386.

• Event Date/Time: Sat 20th September

  Community Events

  
  

  Model Engineer Exhibition - Ascot Racecourse

  
  

  The Model Engineer Exhibition will be using 2.5km of track from Sinsheim in Germany to run model locomotives. Apart from the 5in gauge track, visitors will also be able to see hundreds of models engineered by individuals or modelling clubs as part of the prestigious exhibition competition, regarded as one of the finest of its type.
  Details: www.model-engineer.co.uk

• Event Date/Time: Sat 20th September

  Community Events

  
  

  The Royal County of Berkshire Show - Newbury

  
  

  Arena attractions including the Household Cavalry Musical Ride. Garden show, cookery theatre, rural and craft area, vintage cars and tractors. 8am-6pm. Advanced ticket prices are; £12(Adults) (£15 on the gate); £10 (concessions/5-16 years and senior citizens 65years+/ £12 on the gate). Family tickets for two adults and two concessions are priced at £35 (£40 on the gate). Under fives free. 
  Tickets: 01635 522733 or http://www.newburyshow.co.uk/CountyShow/shopping.html

• Event Date/Time: Sat 20th September

  Music

  
  

  Concert at Church of St. Mary the Virgin

  
  

  Hambleden. Guy Haskell - violin, Richard Carr - piano. Stagg String Quartet,  Borodin String Quartet and Chausson Concerto for violin, piano and string quartet. 7.30pm. Tickets £10, children £4, from 01491 571588 or at the door.

• Event Date/Time: Sat 20th September

  Community Events

  
  

  Cookham Dean Village Fete

  
  

  At the Old Cricket Common. Circus theme. Stalls, stilt walkers, jugglers, ferret racing, celebrity reptiles, games and music plus much more. Afternoon event.  Free. Details: 01628 810755

• Event Date/Time: Sat 20th September

  Community Events

  
  

  Meet Sovereign the Shire Horse - Chiltern Open Air Museum

  
  

  Friendly resident Sovereign the Shire Horse and his owner will be around the Museum's traditional farmstead and Village Green area to greet visitors. Horse lovers will be able to groom Sovereign and see him in action around the site. Candle making available - additional charges apply. In addition, all the Museum's buildings will be open to visitors. 10am-5pm. £7.50 (£6.50) Children 5-16 £5. Under fives free.
  Details: 01494 872163 or www.coam.org.uk

• Event Date/Time: Sat 20th September

  Community Events

  
  

  Berkshire Spinners, Weavers and Dyers talk

  
  

  From 2 -5pm at Pearson Hall, Sonning on Thames.  With a talk by guest speaker  on  'A Craft Person's garden'.

• Event Date/Time: Sat 20th September

  Music

  
  

  Cabaret Night with John Barr - Norden Farm

  
  

  In association with Windsor Festival. Supported by Eve MacDonald. 7.45pm. £10.50 (£8.50 conc)   
  Details: 01628 788997 or www.nordenfarm.org

• Event Date/Time: Sat 20th September

  Arts

  
  

  Alice and the White Rabbit - Norden Farm

  
  

  Join Alice on her magical adventure as she chases the White Rabbit back in time on a fantastic spiralling journey into Wonderland. Age 4+. 11am and 3pm. £6.50 £22 Family ticket (4 people)    
  Details: 01628 788997 or www.nordenfarm.org

• Event Date/Time: Sat 20th September

  Community Events

  
  

  Coffee Morning

  
  

  St Mark's Crescent Methodist Church - with all usual stalls. From 10am in aid of High St Methodist Church Restoration Fund.

   

   

• Event Date/Time: Sun 21st September

  Music

  
  

  Dixie Syncopators - Windsor Royal Station

  
  

  Serenading you as you potter through Windsor Royal Station. 12.30pm

   

   

• Event Date/Time: Sun 21st September

  Community Events

  
  

  Model Engineer Exhibition - Ascot Racecourse

  
  

  The Model Engineer Exhibition will be using 2.5km of track from Sinsheim in Germany to run model locomotives. Apart from the 5in gauge track, visitors will also be able to see hundreds of models engineered by individuals or modelling clubs as part of the prestigious exhibition competition, regarded as one of the finest of its type.
  Details: www.model-engineer.co.uk

• Event Date/Time: Sun 21st September

  Community Events

  
  

  The Royal County of Berkshire Show - Newbury

  
  

  Arena attractions including the Household Cavalry Musical Ride. Garden show, cookery theatre, rural and craft area, vintage cars and tractors. 8am-6pm. Advanced ticket prices are; £12(Adults) (£15 on the gate); £10 (concessions/5-16 years and senior citizens 65years+/ £12 on the gate). Family tickets for two adults and two concessions are priced at £35 (£40 on the gate). Under fives free. 
  Tickets: 01635 522733 or http://www.newburyshow.co.uk/CountyShow/shopping.html

• Event Date/Time: Sun 21st September

  Music

  
  

  Children's Concert - Eton College

  
  

  In association with the Windsor Festival, a special children’s circus themed concert with the Philharmonia Orchestra. Conducted and presented by Kevin Hathaway an Invitation to the Circus will take place in the concert hall at the Eton College Music School from 3pm; children are invited to come dressed as their favourite circus character. Tickets for the hour-long event are £4 per child, £8 per adult or £20 for a group of four.
  Details: Windsor Festival Box Office 01753 740121 (24 hours) or www.windsorfestival.com.  A box office is also open at the Information Centre in the Old Booking Hall at the town centre Windsor Royal Shopping centre.

• Event Date/Time: Sun 21st September

  Community Events

  
  

  Companion Dog Show

  
  

  Lillibrooke Manor, Cox Green. Pedigree and Novelty classes for all dogs over 6 months old. Entries taken from 12pm.  Judging commences at 1pm. Admission: 50p (children free); Entry fees: £2 (pedigree); £1 (novelty) Contact: organiser Mary Anderson on 01491 641140 or mary@anderson-entertainment.co.uk

• Event Date/Time: Sun 21st September

  Community Events

  
  

  Meet Sovereign the Shire Horse - Chiltern Open Air Museum

  
  

  Friendly resident Sovereign the Shire Horse and his owner will be around the Museum's traditional farmstead and Village Green area to greet visitors. Horse lovers will be able to groom Sovereign and see him in action around the site. Candle making available - additional charges apply. In addition, all the Museum's buildings will be open to visitors. 10am-5pm. £7.50 (£6.50) Children 5-16 £5. Under fives free.
  Details: 01494 872163 or www.coam.org.uk

• Event Date/Time: Sun 21st September

  Community Events

  
  

  Windsor Half Marathon

  
  

• Event Date/Time: Sun 21st September

  Music

  
  

  Schubert Song Day - Norden Farm

  
  

  Schubert is the featured composer at Norden Farm this autumn and the season opens with a special day in which youth, amateur and professional singers perform their favourite songs.  Schubert was the greatest song composer of all, and his legacy of over 600 includes a vast array of famous ones.  Sally Goodworth and Nigel Wilkinson share the accompanying. 10.30am, 2.30pm, 6pm.  £5 per concert .
  Details: 01628 788997 or www.nordenfarm.org

• Event Date/Time: Mon 22nd September

  Music

  
  

  John Spiers and Jon Boden - Nettlebed Folk Club

  
  

  Details: 01628 636620 or www.nettlebedfolkclub.co.uk

• Event Date/Time: Tue 23rd September

  Arts

  
  

  Photographers and Their Images - Maidenhead Camera Club

  
  

  A talk for Maidenhead Camera Club by Rod Bird. 7.45pm. Cox Green Community Centre
  Details: 01628 633911 or www.maidenhead.cc

• Event Date/Time: Tue 23rd September

  Arts

  
  

  Film: Death Defying Acts (PG) - Norden Farm

  
  

  Until Wednesday. The year is 1926 and the famous illusionist, Harry Houdini (Guy Pearce) is on a world tour accompanied by a wearily resigned manager (Timothy Spall) who tries to keep his charge focused and business-like and hold distractions at bay.  8pm.  £5-£7.25.
  Details: 01628 788997 or www.nordenfarm.org

• Event Date/Time: Wed 24th September

  Community Events

  
  

  Chairmaking in the Chilterns - Wycombe Library

  
  

  Join curator Dr Catherine Grigg, to find out about traditional chair making in the Wycombe District including how to tell if a Windsor chair was made locally, how to date it and how Windsor chairs were made. 12.30-1.30pm.  New High Wycombe Library, 5 Eden Place, High Wycombe, HP11 2DH.
  £3.50. Book at Wycombe Museum
  Details: 01494 421895 or www.wycombe.gov.uk/museum

• Event Date/Time: Wed 24th September

  Arts

  
  

  Maidenhead Arts Exhibition - Sainsbury's, Maidenhead

  
  

  Information on all local arts groups will be on display for the next month in the gallery frames outside Sainsbury’s – come along and see which ones you’d like to join! Until 15th October
  Details: www.maidenhead-arts.org.uk

• Event Date/Time: Wed 24th September

  Community Events

  
  

  The History of Eton College - Maidenhead