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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- 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.
- Thames Water have now completed their work in the playground. The site has been decontaminated and the playground has re-opened.
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
Tina's Tea
- Sat 4 April ART CAFE - The Old Stables - 10.30 am to 12.30 pm - in aid of The Friends of St Mary's & St John's.
- Sun 5 Apr EASTER DAY ALL-AGE COMMUNION - 9.30 am at St Mary's with an Easter Egg Hunt.
- Tue 7 Apr COMMUNITY COFFEE MORNING at The Old Stables, High Street 10.30am to midday - everyone welcome.
- 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.
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