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German-Jewish refugees made Newbury their home
Two German Jews came to Newbury to escape the Nazis in a story echoing modern-day struggles for refugees.
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Jun 21, 20247 min read
The 'Ghost' Hamlet with a Dark Past
The signposts are there, but the settlement is no more
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Apr 12, 20243 min read
When Britain Dug Deep to Stop a Nazi Rampage
New discovery at Thatcham echoes Berkshire's last stand against the Nazis.
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Mar 29, 20237 min read
The German POW who stayed in Berkshire
Almost half a million German prisoners of war were detained across Britain in WW2. This is the story of one of those men.
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Nov 19, 20224 min read
Echoes of West Berkshire's Military Past
Exploring the various military ruins in the West Berkshire area.
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Jul 31, 20224 min read
From Berkshire Boy to Hollywood Heavyweight
This Hollywood filmmaker started his career making a silent film about a grisly West Berkshire landmark.
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Jul 8, 20229 min read
When the Nazis Bombed Thatcham
The Nazis bombed Thatcham worse than Newbury during the summer of 1940. Find out why...
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Apr 12, 20223 min read
Newbury Connection Spotted in London?
A relic found in a London pub recalls a famous Newbury wine merchant.
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Mar 21, 20223 min read
The Mystery of The Plough Inn
This abandoned pub has a hidden tragic past.
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Mar 15, 20222 min read
Coopers Crescent: The Story of a Thatcham Street
Ever wondered about the story behind a street name? Coopers Crescent in Thatcham has a fascinating one!
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Jan 13, 20222 min read