Berkshire Life Magazine - June 2020

In this issue

Waves of kindness
We speak to Jaime Thurston of charity 52 Lives to find out how they’re helping people through the pandemic.

Lockdown laughter.
Comedienne Toni Kent shares the healing power of humour.

The man behind the menu
Coworth Park’s Adam Smith talks us through his ideas for a summer picnic..

The Clooneys show their concern

George and Amal Clooney have often put their money where their concerns are and recently they donated nearly a million pounds to various global organisations fighting the coronavirus, including the NHS. We are proud to call them neighbours

4 mins

INTERIORS CHAMPIONS

We meet the region’s leading lights in the world of homes and interiors, encouraging us all to create homes that not only look beautiful but make us feel good too

10+ mins

Ascot through the ages

With thousands of racegoers left disappointed that Royal Ascot won’t be open to the public this year, we take a look back at the history of the event

10+ mins

Waves of kindness

Berkshire charity 52 Lives is sending hundreds of happy bags and wellbeing packs to vulnerable children and the elderly

2 mins

5 Things You Didn't Know About Maidenhead

Glamorous Maidenhead garnered its reputation as the Jewel of the Thames during Edwardian times. It may have changed a lot since then, but it remains an affluent town with many redeeming characteristics

3 mins

Lockdown laughter

We speak to local stand-up comedienne Toni Kent, who shares the healing power of humour

4 mins

Britain's most brutal punishment?

Combe Gibbet in Berkshire stands 25ft high on the summit of Inkpen Beacon and is unusual as it’s a double gibbet, reportedly erected for the hanging of a man and woman who were secret lovers – and evidence suggests she was the only woman to have been gibbeted in Britain. Samantha Priestley explores the history behind the gibbet...

4 mins

Rising to the challenge

How the agricultural industry is going above and beyond to keep the nation ticking over

2 mins

Pastures new

Enjoy a scenic walk exploring a number of nature reserves and lakes from Twyford to the edge of Dinton Pastures Country Park.

3 mins

The National Garden Scheme needs you

Despite having to close its garden gates for the first time in its 93-year history, the National Garden Scheme has launched a visually glorious campaign that will keep its stunning gardens virtually open

5 mins

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Berkshire Life Magazine Description:

Every month Berkshire Life is packed with features about this picturesque part of England - from characters and personalities to heritage and traditions. We turn the focus on our towns and villages, and give comprehensive guides to enjoying life in Berkshire - including what's on, restaurant reviews and topical features on major events. There are also pages of the best property, fashions and the interior design of some of the area's most interesting home.