Family friendly activities this autumn and winter

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The days might be shorter and the weather a lot more unpredictable, but there is still plenty happening in autumn and winter in and around the borough. From collecting conkers to laughing along with a local pantomime, we asked local blogger Jodie from www.maidenheadmum.co.uk to share a few of her favourite family activities at this time of year.

Autumn exploringWe are blessed with many beautiful open spaces in the borough so it’s a great time of year to get exploring. My two children enjoy looking for conkers at Riverside Gardens park, and Ray Mill island always looks fabulous in autumn when the leaves on the trees change colour. You’ll see fabulous stunning colours along the riverside in Windsor too. Oaken Grove park also looks spectacular in autumn and winter, especially with an early morning frost.

It’s behind you! Watching a pantomime is a family tradition for many of us and we are lucky that we have plenty of choice on our doorstep so you get all of the fun of a live show without having to trek into London. We loved the panto at the Magnet last year. This year you can watch Snow White at the Pearce Suite Theatre at the Magnet or Dick Whittington in the Desborough Theatre, Town Hall in December.

Let there be lightThe Norden Farm lantern parade is an annual tradition on the first Saturday in December which sees the streets of Maidenhead town centre transformed into a riot of bright colour as children and families parade with handcrafted lanterns. You can take part by attending a lantern-making workshop at Norden Farm in Maidenhead or you might like to show your support and go and watch. To find out more visit www.norden.farm/events.

Let it snow! When it snows, the borough is transformed and while much of it is a peaceful white wonderland; Boyn Hill park becomes action-packed with sledges, snowman building and snowball fights. The snow may only be there for a day or two but I’ve learned that you need to be prepared for it at any point so check that last year’s winter kit still fits your kids or get a sledge and some waterproof gloves now so you’re ready for action.

Roller skates, movies or magazines?

When the weather is doing its worst, the kids can let off steam on Saturday afternoons at the Roller Disco at the Magnet which has free skate hire included in the price. There are sessions from 3pm onwards and younger children can bring a scooter.

You could plan a ‘movie night’ with the kids and use your Advantage Card to get a discount on DVD hire from all of the libraries in the borough.

If you don’t fancy leaving the house, then download the Pressreader or RB digital app and sign in with your library card details for free access to newspapers and magazines including the Beano, The Week Junior, BBC History magazine, Mollie Makes, Grazia and Good Housekeeping.

See the Christmas lightsWindsor and Maidenhead have their Christmas light switch on events at the end of November but my kids enjoyed seeing their local towns looking festive in December too. Windsor Castle has animated illuminations on the walls and a huge Christmas tree by the statue of Queen Victoria. Don’t forget that you can get free entry to Windsor Castle with your Advantage Card and they always have a spectacular Christmas tree on display inside the castle.

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Community wardens' accreditation

Through the additional powers, the wardens will be able to deal with incidents such as anti-social behaviour, disorder and nuisance, and more, along with improving the exchange of information between them and Thames Valley Police.

Andy Aldridge, community warden lead, said: "This is an exciting time for us and the whole community wardens team are looking forward to the further training that comes with accreditation, and putting what we learn into practice for the benefit of communities across the borough.”

John Campbell, chief constable for Thames Valley Police, paid a visit to Town Hall, Maidenhead, where the wardens were presented with their CSAS certificates in an award ceremony.

Wardens will continue to assist communities in addition to any new enforcement powers.

The community wardens were awarded Community Safety Accreditation Scheme (CSAS) accreditation in September, which gives them targeted police powers to better support our communities.

In previous years we’ve had prizes of family skating tickets for Windsor on Ice, LEGOLAND© Windsor Resort tickets, health and beauty treats, day’s out, delicious meals and afternoon teas at local restaurants and hotels, and much more.

Advantage Card holders are in for a treat this Christmas with a chance to win some great prizes in our annual prize giveaway. Launching Sunday 1 December you can see what is available to win in our daily prize draw. You can enter the competition by:

• Liking our Facebook page @RBWM.• Retweeting our posts on twitter @RBWM.• Emailing us at advantage@rbwm.gov.uk.• Sending in a postal application to Communications, Town

Hall, St Ives Road, Maidenhead, SL6 1RF.for le isure and discounts throughout the Royal Borough

Visit http://consult.rbwm.gov.uk/portal to submit your comments

The consultation on the Proposed Changes to the Submitted Borough Local Plan is now open

The consultation will be open until Sunday 15 December.

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Help to claim Universal Credit

If you or someone you know or support is applying to claim Universal Credit, we can help and support you through the process, from opening your account to receiving your first full payment.

Our trained advisers can help you to set up your Universal Credit account, verify your identity, make sure you are providing the right evidence to the Job Centre, complete the necessary task list to advance your claim, and help you to understand what Universal Credit will mean for you.

If you are not sure what help you need just get in touch and we can work out how we can support you.

You can visit us at our Maidenhead office, or Maidenhead and Slough Job Centres, or call Freephone 0800 144 8 444, or use webchat.

If you are a local organisation or carer working with people who need help to claim Universal Credit you can refer your client using our HTC Partner Referral Form on our website.

We offer free, confidential, independent and impartial advice on a large range of issues.

Visit maidenheadcab.org.uk for contact details and opening times.

Citizens Advice Maidenhead and Windsor have started a new Help to Claim Universal Credit service.

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Two of the first six permanent Hostile Vehicle Mitigation (HVM) measures have been installed in Windsor, with work on the remaining four to begin after Christmas.Peascod Street and Sheet Street have seen the bespoke designs introduced, replacing the temporary measures that were put in after the Westminster attacks of 2017.

The gates for each location are unique and have been designed with each area’s conservation status in mind, ensuring that they are fully integrated with the surrounding area.

After the Christmas break, the other four HVM measures that make up phase one of the scheme will be installed in:

• Victoria Street; west of Sheet Street near to the pedestrian crossing

• Park Street; at the junction with Sheet Street

• Castle Hotel; at the High Street entrance to their parking yard

• Thames Street; by the junction with River Street

Details on how the next four installations will affect the nearby roads will be available closer to the time but as with any roadworks, the aim is to keep disruption to a minimum.

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Grenfell Park hosted a free Family Fun Day in September, packed with activities for all ages.Live music, games and refreshments rounded off the busy event. Keep an eye out for similar events at Grenfell Park in the new year.

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The new and improved library re-opened in October with the introduction of a ‘pod’ and self-service kiosk which replaces the traditional main counter.

The self-service kiosk has proven particularly popular as it also gives volunteers and staff extra time to assist customers and staff extra time to arrange activities and events, such as storytimes.

Old Windsor Library is open: Tuesday 10am - 1pm and 2 - 5pmWednesday 2 - 5pmFriday 2 - 7pmSaturday 10am - 1pmSunday 11am - 2pm

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New children’s play area in Shurlock Road Nature Reserve

A stylish area for children and a brand new bathroom are just two of the improvements made to Old Windsor Library.

An exciting new children’s play area was opened in August in Shurlock Road Nature Reserve.

The reserve, which is rich in native plant species, now boasts a marshy grassland, scenic pond, picnic benches and the new natural play area for children to enjoy.

Situated to the south east of Waltham St Lawrence, Shurlock Road features a small car park for six cars, including one disabled space, along with eight cycle spaces.

More information can be found by visiting www.rbwm.gov.uk and searching for ‘Shurlock Road Nature Reserve.

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Vaccinating your child could be life-saving

Keep warm and well this winter

Healthy, skilled and independent residentsPublicHealth

Research from around the world shows that immunisation is the safest way to protect your child’s health while also protecting other vulnerable members of the community. Until now the UK’s effective and successful immunisation programme has helped reduce the number of children affected by these serious diseases, including measles, which is why many of them are unrecognisable to us today.

However, if children are not immunised they run the risk of becoming infected and infecting other vulnerable people. This is because the bugs that cause them continue to circulate in some parts of the world. In today’s highly inter-connected world, these bugs can cross geographical borders and cause disease in people who are not protected. This can cause the re-emergence of these diseases.

In choosing to vaccinate you are protecting your child and those around your child. All vaccines are completely safe, including the measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccine.

In the UK vaccines are routinely offered to everyone free of charge on the NHS.  From eight weeks old, babies and children are entitled to a range of vaccinations that

will protect them again a number of serious infections including whooping cough, tetanus, measles, mumps, rubella and flu.

If you have not arranged for your child to receive their vaccinations or think they may have missed a dose contact your GP who will be able to arrange an appointment.

Keep warmKeeping your home heated to at least 18 degrees will help keep you healthy. If you can’t afford to heat your whole house heating the rooms you live in during the day and then your bedroom just before bed can help keep costs under control. Insulating your home can also help increase warmth while reducing costs.

Eat wellFood is a vital source of energy and helps to keep your body warm so have plenty of hot food and drinks. Aim to include five daily portions of fruit and vegetables in your diet and don’t forget tinned and frozen vegetables count towards your five a day.

Stock up

If you are not on mains gas or electricity make sure you have a supply of heating oil, LPG or solid fuel so you do not run out. Stock up on tinned and frozen foods so you don’t have to go out too much when it’s cold or icy. Make sure you have spare medication in case you are unable to go out.

ExerciseKeep moving if you can, this will help keep you warm. Try not to sit for more than an hour – get up and walk around, make a hot drink and spread housework throughout the day.  If walking is a problem try moving your arms and legs whilst sitting or wiggling your fingers and toes.

Dress for the cold weatherWear a few layers of thin clothing rather than one thick layer; this will trap the heat better to keep you warm. Socks and hats are great too and are a good idea to keep you warm in bed. Thin layers of clothes made from cotton, wool or fleecy fibres are particularly good and help maintain body heat. Wear well-fitting slippers with a good grip indoors and shoes with a good grip outside to prevent slips, trips and falls.

Look out for othersCheck on frail or older neighbours or relatives, especially those living alone or who have serious illnesses to make sure they are safe, warm and well.

With the winter season now upon us it's important we all take steps to keep warm and well this winter.

Get the flu vaccineThe flu vaccine is available to

• all children aged two to ten (but not 11 years or older).

• babies up to six months.

• pregnant women.

• those aged 65 years and over.

• those in long-stay residential care homes.

• carers.

• close contacts of immunocompromised individuals.

Earlier this year the World Health Organisation (WHO) withdrew the United Kingdom’s (UK) measles free status following an increase in reported cases which have been attributed to a worrying trend in the reduction of children being vaccinated against serious diseases.

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A big thank you to all the residents who joined me on the Royal Windsor Steam Express from Windsor and Eton Riverside to Waterloo on 3 September.

It was a very successful day and we raised £4,395 for Thames Hospice. We also raised just over £1,200 at the Afternoon Tea held in the Guildhall on the 17 October.

2019/20 are important years for Thames Hospice as they progress their new build at Bray Lake. I am hoping to raise a significant sum for the charity during my mayoral year and would be delighted if you were able to help me to do that.

Tickets are on sale for the Christmas wreath-making workshop which will take place on Wednesday 4 December in the Guildhall, for £40 each.

The Mayor's Charity Christmas Meal takes place on Saturday 7 December, tickets are £45 and are available from the Mayor's Secretary. I hope to see you there.

The Mayor’s Annual Spring Ball will be held at Ascot Racecourse on the evening of Saturday 2 May – see advert on page 34 for details.

If you or the company you work for are able to supply a good quality auction prize or sponsor an element of any of the events please register your interest with the Mayor’s Secretary email mayors.parlour@rbwm.gov.uk or telephone 01628 796223.

Thank you to everyone who supported my Coffee Morning in aid of Macmillan Cancer Support on 26 September – we raised nearly £400 for this important charity.

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Message fromthe Mayor

Representatives from a wide range of community groups that help to support Royal Borough residents in a number of ways attend the meetings to talk about projects they have been working on and look for like-minded groups to pair up with.

A number of successful community partnerships have been formed as a result of the One Borough group bringing all of the different community groups together.

And to make the meetings even more inclusive for all of the borough’s residents, each one is held at a different venue throughout Ascot, Maidenhead and Windsor in order to reach as many people as possible.

Examples of groups who attend One Borough on a regular basis include Men’s Matters, WAM Get Involved and Norden Farm, along with a number of smaller groups that often work with vulnerable clients.

A directory listing the groups that attend regularly is in the process of being compiled and will be publicly available on the agenda of each meeting.

Meetings are held every three months and all are welcome to attend.

If you’re a member of a community group that is looking for extra support, or somewhere to talk about the work you’re doing, then come along and see what help is available to you.

If you’d like to give a talk at an upcoming meeting, or simply come along and listen to what others have to say, contact Mark Beeley in the democratic services team on mark.beeley@rbwm.gov.uk or 01628 796345.

One Borough groupIf you belong to a community organisation that’s looking to network with similar groups in Windsor and Maidenhead, the One Borough group could be just for you.

Wearing the ribbon is a personal pledge to never, excuse or remain silent about male violence against women.  The campaign starts on 25 November, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women and runs for ‘16 days of action’. 

Last year 2,700 incidents of domestic abuse were reported to Thames Valley Police in the borough. While the international campaign focuses on abuse towards women, the Domestic Abuse Forum would like to use the campaign as an opportunity to highlight that men can also be victims of domestic abuse.

Domestic abuse is a crime. Anyone experiencing domestic abuse should not feel they are alone - there is support and help available locally. Domestic abuse can happen to anyone in any relationship, regardless of social group, class, age, race, disability, sexuality or gender.  It can occur at any time – in a new relationship or after many years, while still in a relationship, during separation or even after separation. Signs to look out for can include one partner being afraid of the other, personality changes, low self-esteem, being absent from work or social occasions, physical injuries and excuses for frequent injuries.

White ribbons will be available from Maidenhead Library and Windsor Library during the 16 days of action.

All proceeds from the sale of white ribbons will go directly to the Dash (Domestic Abuse Stops Here) Charity, who are commissioned to provide advocacy and support to victims of domestic abuse in the borough.

For support and advice:

To report domestic abuse call Thames Valley Police on 999 in an emergency or 101 in a non-emergency www.thamesvalley.police.uk

The Dash Charity 01753 549865www.thedashcharity.org.uk       

Download the Bright Sky app for those affected by domestic abuse

National Stalking Helpline 0808 802 0300www.stalkinghelpline.org

DV Assist for legal help 0800 195 8699 www.dvassist.org.uk

Worried about your abusive behaviour?

Call the Respect Phoneline 0808 802 4040 www.respectphoneline.org.uk

#WhiteRibbonUK / #WhiteRibbonDay / #MakeThePromise@WhiteRibbon_UK / @RBWM / @TheDashCharity

White Ribbon DayMembers of the Royal Borough’s Domestic Abuse Forum are showing support for the White Ribbon Campaign by encouraging anyone living and working in the borough to wear a white ribbon. 

Extending parking enforcement hoursA one year pilot scheme will increase parking enforcement presence in rural and out of town areas as part of NSL’s contract extension with the Royal Borough.NSL, who provide all parking enforcement across the borough, will see their weekly contracted hours increase by 25%, allowing them additional time to focus on specific problem areas in the borough, along with smaller communities outside of Ascot, Maidenhead and Windsor.

Residents can highlight areas of concern using our handy online report-it function, and ward councillors and parish councils can also advise the team on where to patrol. Along with this one year pilot scheme, NSL’s contact has been extended for a further two years.

By reporting problem parking our parking enforcement

will be able to send regular patrols to parking

infringement hotspots www3.rbwm.gov.uk/report

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Meet your councillors

How long have you lived in the borough? My wife and I have lived in Ascot for more than 30 years. It is a very pleasant place, close to the facilities of London and the rural Windsor Great Park.

What made you want to become a councillor? I was a parish councillor

before and believed that I could achieve more for our local community as a borough councillor, which has proven to be the case.

What have been your highlights of the role so far? Writing the justification to persuade fellow councillors to support a leisure centre at Charters is one, and working with a local girl’s school to resolve a significant traffic issue would be another.

Do you have another job? No, I find the role of councillor a full time job.

Tell us something we might not know about you? When I lived in Buckinghamshire I owned a number of horses which I show jumped. Also, my mother was Austrian.

Where is your favourite place in your ward? Standing in one of the boxes at Ascot Racecourse and looking at the incredible green views in the direction of Windsor.

What is your main aspiration for the Royal Borough and its residents? I want the borough’s considerable changes to reflect the pleasant area in which we live. As lead member for Ascot, I want to see Ascot rejuvenated and create a sense of place that is admired by visitors and loved by local residents.

How long have you lived in the borough? I moved to Maidenhead in 1993, so this is my 26th year.

What made you want to become a councillor? When I joined the Liberal Democrats in 2016 it never occurred to me to run for office. However, after

working on a General Election and two by-elections I caught the bug. Running for Council and being elected Councillor are life changing experiences. I highly recommend it.

What have been your highlights of the role so far? More of a surprise than a highlight, but discovering that people who oppose you politically share the same sense of purpose and duty as you.

Do you have another job? No, I am retired.

Tell us something we might not know about you? There’s not much left unknown after my election campaign, but I’m a life-long Plymouth Argyle fan, which I don’t think came up.

Where is your favourite place in your ward? The Craufurd Arms! Honourable mention for St Luke’s Cemetery. 

What is your main aspiration for the Royal Borough and its residents? Plentiful affordable housing and securing the best possible outcomes for the areas most affected by Heathrow expansion.

Cllr John Story - Ascot & Sunninghill

Cllr David Hilton - Ascot & SunninghillCouncillor John Baldwin - Belmont

Local Councillors are elected by the community to decide how the council should carry out its various activities. They represent public interest as well as individuals living within the ward in which he or she has been elected to serve a term of office.

They have regular contact with the general public through council meetings, telephone calls or surgeries.

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How long have you lived in the borough? I went to school in Sunningdale and Windsor and have lived in South Ascot for over 40 years.

What made you want to become a councillor? Local services have an immediate impact on the quality of life in an area - it's good to be able to help improve them. 

What have been your highlights of the role so far? Helping in the fight to save Heatherwood Hospital, supporting the new Oaks Leisure Centre at Charters and the new parking arrangements in South Ascot which have greatly improved traffic flows at peak times.

Do you have another job? I work for a national charity providing legal advice to people who cannot afford lawyers.

Tell us something we might not know about you? This year I learned to fly.

Where is your favourite place in your ward? Anywhere the White Bus goes - the ride from Ascot to Windsor through the Great Park must be one of the most beautiful bus rides in the country.

What is your main aspiration for the Royal Borough and its residents? To be a clean, green, low tax and resident-responsive council providing the highest standards of education, social care and cultural/leisure activities, whilst keeping our pavements and roads safe and pothole-free.

Contacting your councillor - If you would like to contact a councillor, please visit our website www3.rbwm.gov.uk/aboutus for details.

Cllr Simon Bond - Belmont

Cllr Julian Sharpe - Ascot & Sunninghill

How long have you lived in the borough? Since 1979, first near St Luke’s in Maidenhead and now near Castle Hill.

What made you want to become a councillor? I could see that things had to be done differently if public services were to be effective, and I wanted to give something back.

I first joined the community action group for my area, which brings together the neighbourhood police, council and residents to see if together they can resolve local issues.

What have been your highlights of the role so far? Simply being able to help residents wherever possible to resolve issues, which involves meeting so many nice people from across Maidenhead.

Do you have another job? No but I still do some of the voluntary work with charities and community organisations I did previously.

Tell us something we might not know about you? I love train travel to exciting cities like Rome, Berlin, Venice and Florence, not forgetting London on our doorstep.

Where is your favourite place in your ward? The independent businesses which always give a warm welcome, including Italian Continental Stores, Gordon Road Stores, Pink & Perfect Florists and the two pubs (Craufurd Arms and Windsor Castle).

What is your main aspiration for the Royal Borough and its residents? For Maidenhead town centre to become a vibrant place where people want to go.

How long have you lived in the borough? I have lived in Sunninghill for nearly 25 years. The village has a very strong community feel to it, with great local shops.

What made you want to become a councillor? I have been involved with local community events for

most of my time in Sunninghill, such as the Sunningdale Area Carnival and the Quince Players amateur dramatics group, as well as helping with the Neighbourhood Plan, so when the opportunity arose, it seemed like another interesting way of helping the community.

What have been your highlights of the role so far? There have been many great moments that have arisen from this work and I have met some wonderful people in the area.

Do you have another job? Yes, I work in procurement in the IT sector.

Tell us something we might not know about you? I need a coffee in the morning!

Where is your favourite place in your ward? The Cordes Hall is probably the single place where I have spent most time. It works very well in the village as a theatre, and more recently as a cinema.

What is your main aspiration for the Royal Borough and its residents? I would love to see Ascot named as the first carbon neutral town in the country.

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Ascot - Ascot Racecourse Car Park ThreeHeld third Sunday of each month. Ascot is a busy monthly farmers' market in the heart of Royal Ascot, Berkshire. Free parking and free entry.

What's going on in your area

Farmers' Markets in the boroughWindsor - St Leonards RoadHeld first Saturday of each month. Windsor Farmers' Market offers a wide range of produce and is within easy walking distance of the town centre and residential area. Closest car park is East Berks College off Trinity Place.

Maidenhead - Grove RoadHeld second Sunday of each month. Maidenhead is the longest continuously-running farmers' market in Berkshire.

There's much more happening in your part of the borough so why not visit www.enjoymaidenhead.com and www.windsor.gov.uk for more details.

26 Nov - 29 DecChristmas Show - The Bear

Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Maidenhead

8.30pm

www.norden.farm/events

5The Christmas Carol

St George's Chapel, Windsor Castle

6.15 - 7.15pm

www.rct.uk/Windsor

6 - 8Christmas Tree Festival at St. Lukes

St Luke’s Church, Maidenhead

10am - 7pm

www.enjoymaidenhead.com

7Reindeer Parade

Town Centre, Windsor

2pm - 4pm

www.windsor.gov.uk

11 - 15Maidenhead Drama Guild present Dick Whittington

Desborough Theatre, Maidenhead

12pm & 4pm

www.thelittleboxoffice.com/mdg

14River Church Santa’s on the High Street

High Street, Maidenhead

11am and 3pm

www.enjoymaidenhead.com

13Carols on the Hill

Queen Victoria Statue, Castle Hill, Windsor

6pm

www.windsor.gov.uk

15Maidenhead Vegan Market

High Street, Maidenhead

11am and 3pm

www.enjoymaidenhead.com

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Community classifieds - clubs and societies in your local area

Don't forget if you know a local community group, club or society who could benefit from free publicity, email us at community.classifieds@rbwm.gov.uk

WAM Get Involved Service for the voluntary sector in Windsor, Ascot and

Maidenhead Sign up to receive community e-news at wamgetinvolved.org.ukEmail: info@wamgetinvolved.org.uk Tel: 01753 524176

Want to get more involved with your community?If you:

Have a bit of time to spare to help othersAre involved with groups who need support/volunteers

Want to find out about local charities and eventsAre looking for local activities and services for your family/friends

We want to hear from you

You can now contact our customer services team seven days a week via Twitter. Follow @RBWMsupport on Twitter and the team would be happy to help with any queries you might have.

And don’t forget you can report most things including missed bins, potholes, graffiti for removal and parking enforcement issues to us here online: www3.rbwm.gov.uk/report

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If you are aged between 40 and 74 a NHS Health Check is available free of charge from your local GP.

The 20-minute appointment can help lower your risk of developing type-2 diabetes, heart disease, stroke and kidney disease.

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Quire Voices at Christmas

St Stephen and St Agnes Church, Vansittart Road, Windsor

6pm - 8pm

www.windsor.gov.uk

21 - 29Snow White Pantomime

Magnet Pearce Suite, Maidenhead

1pm & 4.30pm

www.maidenheadpanto.co.uk/

21 & 22A Windsor Carol in Victorian England

Windsor Royal Station, Windsor

11am - 4pm

www.windsor.gov.uk

31New Year’s Eve Hoedown

Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Maidenhead

8.30pm

www.norden.farm/events

16 Nov - 5 JanWindsor on Ice

Alexandra Gardens, Barry Avenue, Windsor

10am - 9pm

www.windsor.gov.uk

15Cat and the Canary

Theatre Royal Windsor, Windsor

2.3pm & 8pm

www.windsor.gov.uk

25Chinese New Year Celebrations

High Street, Maidenhead

11am and 3pm

www.enjoymaidenhead.com

Permanent

Story of Maidenhead

Maidenhead Heritage Centre, Maidenhead

10am - 4pm

www.maidenheadheritage.org.uk

The Mayor of the Royal Borough of Windsor & MaidenheadCouncillor Mrs Sayonara Luxton

invites you to

The Mayor’s Charity Ballin aid of

www.thameshospice.org.ukregistered charity no. 1108298

Tickets available from the Mayor’s Secretary email mayors.parlour@rbwm.gov.uk or telephone 01628 796223

on Saturday 2 May 2020 7pm to 1am

at Ascot Racecourse

Tickets: £100

Dress code: Black Tie

Drinks reception and 3 course meal with half bottle of wine

Live music and entertainment

Live and silent auctions

Working in Pa�nership with your Local Authority

join todayJoin us today at one of our fantastic leisure centre’s for your winter workout across the Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead.

• Windsor Leisure Centre• Magnet Leisure Centre• Charters Leisure Centre• Braywick Park Gym

Coming SoonBraywick Leisure CentreOpening Summer 2020

• Furze Platt Leisure Centre• Cox Green Leisure Centre

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