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New independent Windsor shop has been a ‘challenge and dream’ for hi-fi specialist

The owner of a new independent hi-fi shop in Windsor says opening his first store has been a ‘challenge and a dream’. Windsor Audio, located on 35 Alexandra Road, is ‘very music-centric’ and has been open to ‘music lovers’ for three weeks. After ...

02 Dec 2025 at 13:25

Marlow and Ascot being considered for new or renewed M&S Food stores

Locations in Berkshire and Buckinghamshire are among a new list of 500 places Marks and Spencer (M&S) is considering new and renewed Food stores. The news comes after the food and clothing retailer recently revealed it would be closing its ...

01 Dec 2025 at 22:30

Photographic exhibition celebrating lives of older men opens in Windsor

An uplifting photographic exhibition celebrating the lives and stories of older men has opened its doors to the public in Windsor. Lives Well Lived – Older Men in Focus made a ‘highly successful’ debut in Maidenhead’s Nicholsons Centre ...

01 Dec 2025 at 18:50

Sponsored: 2026 shaping up to be 'unforgettable' year at Blenheim Palace

2026 is shaping up to be one of Blenheim Palace’s most unforgettable years yet! With tickets now on sale for 2026, visitors can get ready for an unmissable year at Britain's Greatest Palace and look forward to 365 days of experiences ...

01 Dec 2025 at 15:44

RBWM seeks views on catapult crackdown after swan killings

RBWM wants residents to feedback on new proposals that would grant the authorities greater powers to challenge people carrying catapults. This comes amid a sharp rise in attacks on swans and other wildlife – a series of incidents in ...

01 Dec 2025 at 14:15

The budget, 2026/27: 'It can't be good', says finance leader

It is a bleak picture for the Royal Borough’s budget next year as Government changes look set to deprioritise RBWM funding in favour of more deprived areas. Councillor Lynne Jones, RBWM’s lead member for finance, said she ‘can’t ...

01 Dec 2025 at 06:00

Busy Buttons marks 80 years since first Moomin story with creative exhibition

An exhibition marking 80 years since the publication of Tove Jansson’s first Moomin story was held by a Windsor charity. The creative spirit of Moomin Valley came to life at Busy Buttons CORE Charity’s My Moomin World ...

30 Nov 2025 at 07:12

Residents say rat problem in Windsor is an 'endless battle'

The rat infestation across Windsor feels like ‘an endless battle’, a resident has told Royal Borough councillors. During a Windsor Forum meeting on Wednesday (November 26), Anna Humphries, the council’s waste and ...

29 Nov 2025 at 14:58

Masonic lodges in Windsor and Eton donate £1,000 to Windsor Street Angels

Two masonic lodges in Windsor and Eton have strengthened their collaboration to support the Windsor Street Angels. As part of their ongoing commitment to support local good causes, representatives from the ...

29 Nov 2025 at 13:25

Public notices: Temporary road closure in Slough and alterations to building in Langley Park

Plans to carry out internal and external alterations to a listed building in Langley Park on the Uxbridge Road, feature in this week’s public notices. The plans for North Grange, which have been submitted ...

29 Nov 2025 at 13:17

Waitrose Windsor receives 'one of the first ever' 100 per cent plant-based 3D Royal Warrants

The Windsor branch of Waitrose received one of the ‘first ever new 100 per cent plant-based’ 3D Royal Warrants last week. The nationwide supermarket chain was granted the Royal Warrant as Grocer of Wine ...

29 Nov 2025 at 13:00

RuPaul’s Drag Race winner Bones to headline Windsor & Eton Pride 2026

Windsor & Eton Pride has today announced ‘a monumental headliner’ for its Pride event next year. The proud and colourful celebration is set for July 25 next year – having had a successful run this ...

29 Nov 2025 at 10:01

Windsor Castle unveils its Christmas displays, with 20-foot tree in St George’s Hall

Windsor Castle has now opened its Christmas season - offering visitors a festive display set against some of the most historic rooms in the royal residence. St George’s Hall features a 20-foot ...

28 Nov 2025 at 14:45

Em-bark on festive fun: Legoland unleashes first ever dog-friendly days

Santa Paws is coming to town as Legoland Windsor Resort invites dogs to join their families at the attraction for the first time this festive season. For the first time, dogs will be allowed ...

28 Nov 2025 at 14:04

Boyn Hill revealed as pothole hotspot as compensation costs rise for RBWM

Boyn Hill was the most pothole-ridden area in Maidenhead last year, figures show – and RBWM had to pay more overall for claims over damage to cars. An FOI request looked at three things; ...

28 Nov 2025 at 13:48

Rail fare freeze welcomed but major reforms still needed, say campaigners

A rail fare freeze lasting until March 2027 is a welcome change for Maidenhead and Slough passengers — but work needs to be done to simplify fares and sort out infrastructure, says a ...

28 Nov 2025 at 13:38

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