Welcome
Welcome to the Newbury District Field Club, your gateway to the rich tapestry of history, archaeology, natural beauty, and geological wonders that define the Newbury district.
Preserve the Past
As the custodians of Newbury’s history, we safeguard its stories, and memories, ensuring they endure for generations to come.
Explore the Present
Through lectures we uncover the hidden treasures of our district and keep our members informed about the latest discoveries, and learn about the past.
Embrace the Future
We are dedicated to educating the next generation, nurturing their curiosity, and inspiring them to become stewards of Newbury’s heritage.
Our next event
History day 7th November 2026
News
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Save the date – History day 7th November 2026
Read more: Save the date – History day 7th November 2026This year the foucs will be on Speen. What will Phil and Lane have lined up? Check back later for more information.
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Talk May 18th 2026
Read more: Talk May 18th 2026On 18th May Pragna Hay will give a talk “How I Came to Greenham Common as a refugee” Pragna will recount her childhood memories of how her family were evicted from Uganda by the dictator Idi Amin. They were given temporary housing in military barracks on Greenham Common before permanent settlement across the UK.
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The History of Donnington Priory 20th April 2026
Read more: The History of Donnington Priory 20th April 2026Dr David Peacock will deliver his talk about this grade two listed building. Find us in St Johns parish room from 1.45pm
More resources
Not found what you were looking for? Then the websites below may be of use:
- Berkshire Archaeological Society
- Berkshire Family History Society
- Berkshire Local History Association
- GenUKI (Berkshire)
- Hampshire Genealogical Society
- Hungerford Virtual Museum
- Museum of English Rural Life
- Newbury District Ornithological Club
- Newbury Library
- Newbury Town Council
- Reading Library
- Rootschat Forum (Berkshire)
- Thatcham Historical Society
- The Newbury Society
- The Royal Berkshire Archives
- West Berkshire Council
- West Berkshire Musuem