Last orders at the Ferryboat? Following weeks of unease about the state of the Ferryboat Inn, it has become apparent in recent days that the pub has ceased trading. Moreover,...
Parish Councillor Appointed Whitchurch resident, Bernarde Hyde, has been appointed as Parish Councillor to replace Frances Parkes, who resigned at the end of 2025. Bernarde...
Mystery Mailbox Topper Easter has come early to Hardwick Road with a delightful “yarn bomb” display of happy bunnies on top of the post box. Rumours abound...
Whitchurch PC votes to support Bathing Water Status The Parish Council voted in support of Pangbourne Meadow’s application for Bathing Water Status, at a recent meeting. During...
Art and Craft Exhibition 2026: a Happy Place! A lot of talent was on display at this year’s show: demonstrated across an amazing 236 exhibits. The theme posed by the tightly contested...- more news...
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- The Action for the River Kennet (ARK) team are running two citizen science training events in the Wallingford Brooks area: 1. May 9th - how to monitor river fly; 2. June 9th - setting up volunteers with water quality testing sites. Both events are free and need no prior knowledge, just an enthusiasm to learn and commitment to maintain monthly testing at your site! To sign up for event, contact james@kennetandpang.org and copy in anna@kennetandpang.org . For more information see the pdf here.
- Bill Lewis passed away at the RBH yesterday, 2nd April. He had lived in Eastfield Lane with his wife, Ann, for twenty years. He will be sadly missed by his family, neighbours and many friends.
- Paintings for Sale for Save our Spire appeal! Local artist, Alastair Dunstan, has kindly donated 2 paintings of much loved views of St Mary’s Spire for auction. They will be on display at Saturday’s (4th April) Art Café 10.30am-12.30pm. So please come to see them and submit your bids! Poster...
- Two properties on the Hardwick Estate are coming up for rent, details attached below. Please email the Property Manager, Alastair Dick-Cleland at property@hardwickestate.co.uk , if you are interested in renting either property, stating which one. More details here
- Road Closure: there are signs up indicating that Tidmarsh Road in Pangbourne will be closed between Breedons Hill and Pangbourne Lodge Drive, 6th -11th April. This is due to works by Thames Water.
- A warning to be vigilant. On Monday 10th March there were two attempted break-ins of outbuildings at separate Hardwick Road locations. The police have been alerted and forensics involved. Whitchurch residents are encouraged to report suspicious cars and activities at night.
The Ferryboat 7th April 2026
Wednesday Tea
More Photos from the Art & Craft Exhibition
Art and Craft Exhibition 2026
Blackthorn Cutting in the Maze
Green Team Improving Safety on Jubilee Path
Billy is ready for the Six Nations!
Christmas Eve Torch Procession
Happy Christmas from Maurice
- Thu 09 Apr PHYSIO-LED EXERCISE CLASS FOR SENIORS - 10.00 am-11.00 am - Village Hall.
- Thu 9 Apr TEAS AND PATISSERIES - 2.30 pm-4.30 pm - Village Hall - poster attached.
- Thu 9 Apr CRAFTY KNIT & STITCH - The Old Stables - 2.00 pm-4.00 pm and 7.00 pm-9.00 pm.
- Fri 10 Apr Grey Bin Collection.
- Fri 10 Apr PARKINSONS AWARENESS CAFE - 2.00 pm-4.00 pm at Cedar Lodge - poster attached.
- more events...
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