Two German Jews came to Newbury to escape the Nazis in a story echoing modern-day struggles for refugees.

The signposts are there, but the settlement is no more

New discovery at Thatcham echoes Berkshire's last stand against the Nazis.

Almost half a million German prisoners of war were detained across Britain in WW2. This is the story of one of those men.

Exploring the various military ruins in the West Berkshire area.

This Hollywood filmmaker started his career making a silent film about a grisly West Berkshire landmark.

The Nazis bombed Thatcham worse than Newbury during the summer of 1940. Find out why...

A relic found in a London pub recalls a famous Newbury wine merchant.

This abandoned pub has a hidden tragic past.

Ever wondered about the story behind a street name? Coopers Crescent in Thatcham has a fascinating one!