Highclere Castle in Highclere Park, Newbury, UK is the home of the Earl and Countess of Carnarvon and the setting for the world famous TV series Downton Abbey. This beautiful building is a wonder attraction and venue for events and celebrations, they also have an Egyptian exhibition, a beautiful gift shop, and private tours are available. Highclere Castle is one of England's most beautiful Victorian Castles, with spectacular gardens and woods to explore, complete with Monk's Garden, white border of white roses and clematis, the secret garden and the Wood of Goodwill. Enjoy walks near and around the estate, fabulous state rooms, the amazing upstairs and downstairs rooms and more, and educational visits can be arranged.READ MORE

The Newbury Manor Hotel is located on the banks of the rivers Kennet and Lambourne in Newbury, UK and the building with once a prosperous sawmill and blacksmith retains it's historical links to the past with many old features including the watermill which is now the award winning restaurant. Newbury Manor Hotel is ideal for a romantic break and is the perfect setting for wedding ceremonies and receptions with spectacular surrounds, here your dream wedding awaits. They also host conferences and private events, and are perfectly equipped for meetings, dining at the hotel is a sublime affair and the River Bar and Restaurant offer exceptional food, excellent service and a la carte menu, afternoon tea, a wonderful wine list, bar and cheese menu for a memorable experience. The Newbury Manor Hotel accommodations include choices of classic double and deluxe rooms, as well as hot tub rooms, it's all here for a fabulous stay in beautiful surrounds.READ MORE

The Watermill Theatre in Newbury, Berkshire, UK, offers great shows the audience will love, and the converted Watermill accommodates just 220 people, for an award winning and intimate theatrical experience, provided by the best artists and creative teams. The Watermill restaurant and bar with its garden conservatory offers exceptional meals, afternoon cream teas, pre-show lunch and evening buffets, light meals and more, it's also a spectacular venue for weddings, parties, meetings and seminars. The Watermill Theatre also has conference facilities, and with idyllic settings on the banks of the River Lambourn is the perfect venue with many spaces to choose from.READ MORE

The Crab at Chieveley in Newbury, Berkshire, is a seafood restaurant renowned for specialising in fresh crab, lobsters and seafood which we source both locally and nationally. We deal only with dedicated suppliers who share our vision of protecting the seas for the future generations. Our nautically themed restaurant is tastefully decorated with shells, rigging and nets which creates a warm, relaxing atmosphere as you enjoy a truly unforgettable dining experience. We also cater for our meat lovers with specials such as rack of lamb or veal cheeks, and of course we have a vegetarian menu as well. And should you wish to end your dining experience on a really sweet note, try the lemon tart or chocolate fondant for a perfect end to your meal. READ MORE

The Hare and Hounds is a restaurant, Hotel and bar in Speen on the outskirts of Newbury, UK has a history of warm hospitality and exemplary service, food and accommodation stretching back over 250 years. En-suite bedrooms offering modern and quality accommodations are found in the main inn and around the gardens, and this is the ideal base for both business and pleasure, and this traditional coaching inn has free WIFI and a wonderful breakfast cooked to order which starts your day. The Hare and Hounds restaurant offers freshly cooked dishes prepared by the head chef for a superb dining experience, and there's al fresco dining on the heated covered deck or out in the beer garden, and the friendly pub offers a relaxing environment for a pint of local ale, wine or spirits, pop in and enjoy yourself.READ MORE

The Vineyard Hotel in Newbury, UK was once an 18th Century hunting lodge, and here it's about eating, sleeping and drinking wine, in fact they've been described as a Californian secret and temple to it's wines, and with a selection of over 30,000 wines and vintages from all over the world, it's one of the most celebrated cellars in the country. The Vineyard Hotel also offers 5-star service and quality with deluxe double rooms and suites, luxurious suites that are extremely spacious, modern and furnished in traditional country house style with excellent amenities, here exceptional comfort awaits. The hotel brings you the Vineyard Spa for a complete escape into an oasis of tranquility, where the stress leaves your body from the minute you enter, it's the ultimate indulgence. Dining here is a heady affair of memorable, and exquisite food and wine journeys, and private dining is available, this is also the ideal venue for meetings and events, and is the perfect setting for your wedding and other special occasions, it's all here and more.READ MORE

Rookwood Farmhouse in Newbury, UK is conveniently located on the edge of the village, and this charming house offers four beautiful bedrooms with two in the main house and two in the Coach House decorated to the highest quality with antique furnishings. Breakfast in the dining room is a veritable feast with choices of fresh fruit and salad, yoghurt, poached smoked haddock, kippers, eggs with smoked salmon, full English and more with a selection of beverages, it's the perfect way to start your day. The spectacular garden alone is well worth a visit, and Rookwood Farmhouse is the perfect wedding venue with private setting for your reception and celebrations and packages are available, you will have full access to the Coach House, garden, swimming pool and two double bedrooms, and they have a license for civil ceremonies, it's all here.READ MORE

The Crab Boutique Hotel in Newbury, Berkshire, has decorated their rooms using features from exotic places all over the world and is a perfect location for romantic weekend escapes or perhaps important business meetings. Our rooms have all been designed in their own, individual style, complete with the finest Egyption cotton sheets and snow white fluffy bathrobes. Guests will also appreciate the comfortable handmade mattresses, televisions, dvd players and wireless connection. There are fourteen individually decorated rooms, of which five have hot tub gardens, as well as a Japanese spa suite. It does not get better than this. The Crab Boutique Hotel offers packages for 2 people which include a 3 course dinner menu, a full English breakfast, flowers and afternoon tea, and on arrival you are greeted with chocolates and champagne. READ MORE

Newbury Racecourse in Newbury, Berkshire, UK, is one of the most prestigious racing venues in the country, offering top quality racing all year round, and the perfect location for events, they even have luxury homes in a unique setting. Enjoy watching the racing on a premier track, and private boxes are available, there are also three excellent restaurant choices here offering anything from fine dining to casual brunch, lunch and afternoon tea, and views overlooking the winning post or final furlong. Newbury Racecourse is the absolutely perfect venue for conferences, weddings and events with spectacular setting, breakout rooms, large event spaces and of course the racecourse as a stylish backdrop, they can cater from 20-1000, come enjoy.READ MORE

Shaw House in Newbury, UK is a historic building that was built in 1581 and is a fine Elizabethan building open to the public most weekends, with two exhibitions one permanent and focusing on the history of the house and recent restoration. Most areas of Shaw House are wheelchair accessible, and there are activities available in the 1581 chambers and around the house, there's also a gift shop with lovely items and a cafe serving a range of delicious sandwiches and tempting cakes. Shaw House is the perfect venue for wedding ceremonies and also has a registration service for births, deaths, marriages and partnerships, come for an inspirational visit or celebration.READ MORE