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🎉 Hocktide Luncheon 2026 🎉
Join us for one of Hungerford’s most cherished traditions — the Hocktide Luncheon on Tuesday 14th April 2026.
This year we are delighted to welcome Ingrid Seward, renowned British royal biographer, author, and editor-in-chief of Majesty Magazine, as our guest speaker. With her fascinating insights into the Royal Family, this promises to be a truly memorable occasion.
🎟 Tickets are now on sale and available from Crown Needlework, 115 High Street, Hungerford, or by calling 01488 684011.
Don’t miss the chance to be part of this historic Hungerford celebration — tickets are expected to sell quickly!
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There’s something quietly magical happening on Hungerford Common right now… 🌳✨
If you look closely at the treeline, you’ll spot it — those beautiful reds and copper tones starting to glow through the branches. That soft blush of new growth is slowly waking the Common up from winter, and it’s such a lovely reminder that spring is on its way.
Against the fresh green grass and grey skies (have they really moved on and changed to blue?), those warm colours really stand out — subtle, but full of promise.
Next time you’re out for a dog walk, on the school run, or just needing a breath of fresh air, take a moment to look up at the canopy.
The seasons are changing right before our eyes. 🍃
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Saw a treecreeper there a couple of years ago.
It's so beautiful when every come to life hun absolutely magical x
How lucky are we?🎉
These crocus flowers have popped up on the common and are treating us to a beautiful scene!
✨ Did you know…?
🌱 Crocuses are one of the very first signs of spring — often blooming in the UK as early as January or February.
❄️ They’re tough little things and can push through frost… even snow!
💜 There are over 90 different species in the Crocus family, in shades of purple, white, lilac and golden yellow.
There are many more facts about these little purple beauties! Let us know if you know anymore!
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Ants help spread the crocus seeds, a process called myrmecochory.
Beautiful 😍
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Highways have closed the road from The Downgate, over the common, through lower Denford along to the A4.
After speaking with the contractors, they are resurfacing the top layer of the road.
We expect the road to be closed for the majority of the day.
More news and updates when we have them!
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Unfortunately, WBC didn't put up any Advanced Warning signs. Soo many vehicles turned around this morning
🧠🍛 Quiz & Curry Night – for a great cause! 🌿
Join us for a fun-filled evening of trivia, delicious curry, and community spirit — all while raising vital funds for the Kennet Valley Wetland Reserve.
📅 Friday 27th March
🕖 Doors open at 7pm
👥 Teams of up to 6
🎟️ £18 per person or £103 for a table of 6 (plus booking fee)
🍽️ Ticket includes a choice of curry
Get your team together, test your knowledge, and help support a project that will benefit wildlife and our local area for generations to come 💚
🎫 Tickets available now – don’t miss out!
www.ticketsource.co.uk/town-and-manor/t-qmjdnod
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Could you pop the booking link here in the comments?x
Alex Milne-white
Town and Manor of Hungerford
Town Hall, Hungerford
Berkshire, RG17 0NF
Tel. 01488 686555
clerk@townandmanor.co.uk
