Pause a moment to enjoy some of the festive sights and sounds we've captured at Shaw House! We hope everyone has enjoyed our festive events this December and we look forward to welcoming you again next year.
To see our Spring/Summer programme please visit www.westberkshireheritage.org/whats-on
Reindeer Roundup Socials Ad.mp4
Join us for a Reindeer Round-Up TODAY!
Start by creating an antler headband and then explore the House to roundup the reindeer. There will be clues along the way in this festive trail, as well as themed craft and colouring in our Activity Room.
Then treat yourself to some seasonal refreshments from our café.
This is an indoor event, suitable for 3 – 8 year olds, but younger and older children are welcome.
Saturday 30 November | £1 per child | 11am – 2pm | No need to book, just drop-in
Reindeer Roundup Socials Ad.mp4
Come along for a Reindeer Round-Up! Begin by creating an antler headband and then explore the House to roundup the reindeer. There will be clues along the way in this festive trail, as well as themed craft and colouring in our Activity Room.
Afterwards, you can enjoy some seasonal refreshments in our café.
This is an indoor event, suitable for 3 – 8 year olds, but younger and older children are welcome.
Saturday 30 November | £1 per child | 11am – 2pm | No need to book, just drop-in
It feels like we're stepping out of Autumn and into Winter today ❄
Why not pause a moment and enjoy some of the sights and sounds of autumn at Shaw House 🍂🍁🌧️☀️✨ #autumn #shawhouse #newbury
Final call for all young witches, wizards, and magical creatures - tickets are nearly sold out! *Update: we have just 1 children's ticket left!*
Join us as we open the doors to our School of Enchantment for one magical night only. Discover your school house, follow the Dragon Egg Trail through the grounds, create monstrous crafts in the Great Hall and take home your very own Conjuring Licence.
Plus family friendly games, trick or treating and a spellbinding story time to round up the evening.
Please wear your finest fancy dress and bring a torch! This is a family friendly event, suitable for ages from 4 years.
Thursday 31 October | Doors open 6pm. Event: 6.20pm – 8.30pm | £6 per child, each child ticket includes one accompanying adult free. Additional adults £1 each.
Book online: https://buff.ly/3AHmRvf
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Looking for a tranquil spot for a picnic? We have the ideal spot, beneath the dappled light of our oak trees, as Ian Gill’s Fallen Leaves gently turn beside you.
Altered States open air sculpture exhibition will be at Shaw House until Sunday 29 September | 11am – 4pm | Free admission.
All works on display are available for purchase.
For more information about the exhibiting artists @alteredstatessculptures please visit https://buff.ly/3WHvOgQ.
Weekdays: Visitors will have access to the grounds and café.
Weekends: The House, cafe and grounds will open.
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Calling all young witches, wizards, and magical creatures...
Join us as we open the doors to our School of Enchantment for one magical night only! Discover your school house, follow the Dragon Egg Trail through the grounds, create monstrous crafts in the Great Hall and take home your very own Conjuring Licence.
Plus family friendly games, trick or treating and a spellbinding story time to round up the evening.
Please wear your finest fancy dress and bring a torch! This is a family friendly event, suitable for ages from 4 years.
Thursday 31 October | Doors open 6pm. Event: 6.20pm – 8.30pm | £6 per child, each child ticket includes one accompanying adult free. Additional adults £1 each.
Book online: https://buff.ly/3AHmRvf
National Cream Tea Day Summer 24 video.mp4
Join us to celebrate #NationalCreamTeaDay – our delicious cream teas are available every weekend for just £5.50!
New Cafe Summer 24 video.mp4
Pop into the café for some delicious and refreshing treats this summer!
Cream Teas £5.50 – Enjoy a delicious sultana scone served with Rodda’s clotted cream and Bonne Maman strawberry jam. Served with a tea or filter coffee. (Available to eat in or take away. Weekends only).
Peach Iced Tea - just £2.50!
A lightly sparkly summer cooler, served over ice and garnished with fresh mint.
We look forward to welcoming you.
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Amy, our Nature for Health Project Officer caught this magical moment on camera last week. What do you think it is, possibly pollen?
Nature really is fascinating! If you’d like to get involved, join us for weekly sessions in our Community Kitchen Garden. Every Thursday 10am until 12.30pm, just drop-in for a warm welcome.
Experience learning, enjoyment and inspiration at this beautiful Elizabethan Grade I listed building
