Culture
Newbury Spring Festival
11th-25th May
Newbury Spring Festival is one of the most popular and successful music festivals in the South of England. Retreat guests enjoy a 5% discount on all of the festival's events.
There's always something happening at The Retreat: family events, wine tastings, live music, creative retreats, dining experiences with special guests... a fabulous programme of events for West Berkshire locals and hotel guests alike.
On this page you'll find details of all of our forthcoming events, and at the bottom you can sign up to our newsletter so you'll be the first to hear about new "happenings".
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11th-25th May
Newbury Spring Festival is one of the most popular and successful music festivals in the South of England. Retreat guests enjoy a 5% discount on all of the festival's events.
Live Music
Saturday 25th May, 6-8pm
Pop into the courtyard (or the Atlas Room in case of rain), grab a drink and enjoy a chilled acoustic set with the fabulous Steve Morano.
Shopping
Monday 27th May, 10am - 2pm
Pop in on Spring Bank Holiday Monday to browse an array of local sellers, including artisan foods, homewares, gifts, crafts and more.
Children
Wednesday 29th May, 3:00pm
Held outside in our Entertainment Tent, children are invited to join a fun and engaging African Drumming Workshop...
Wine
Thursday 30th May, 7:00pm
Join international wine judge, best-selling author and star of Saturday Kitchen, Helen McGinn for a laid-back, interactive wine tasting...
Dining Experiences
Wednesday 12th June, 7:30pm
Let our star-studded panel of experts talk you through your need-to-knows before the biggest week in the racing calendar...
Live Music
Saturday 29th June, 6-8pm
Join us in the courtyard (or Atlas Room is the weather is bad), and relax with a drink accompanied by amazing local guitarist Mike Edwards and his beautiful, unique arrangements of well-known classics.
Live Music
Saturday 27th July, 6-8pm
Our sun-trap courtyard is the setting for a balmy summer's evening set with acclaimed blues singer Thomas Heppell. Grab a drink and enjoy the vibe...
11th-25th May
Newbury Spring Festival is one of the most popular and successful music festivals in the South of England. The very best young musical stars appear alongside some of the world’s most distinguished and famous names.
Our guests enjoy a 5% discount on all of the festival's events. This offer is open to anyone staying at The Retreat between Friday 10th and Sunday 26th May.
How to Get Your Discount
1. Book a room at The Retreat - you can browse our rooms and make a booking here. Once you have booked please contact us quoting your booking reference and we will provide you with a discount code.
2. Alternatively, call us on 01635 800 520 to make your booking and get the code.
3. Book your discounted festival tickets at www.newburyspringfestival.org.uk using the code. (maximum four tickets)
Browse & Book >>Saturday 25th May, 6-8pm
Pop into the courtyard (or the Atlas Room in case of rain), grab a drink and enjoy a chilled acoustic set with the fabulous Steve Morano.
Why not stay for dinner?
Monday 27th May, 10am - 2pm
Pop in on Spring Bank Holiday Monday to browse an array of local sellers, including artisan foods, homewares, gifts, crafts and more.
Wednesday 29th May, 3:00pm
Facilitated by Graeme Goodwin of Rhythm Works, their drumming workshops provide a fun and engaging activity & enable children to play & practise making music, learning about the roots of today's popular music, with only their hands. This workshop is put on to inspire, lift and put smiles on faces, seeing and feeling the joy of making music together! Workshop is 3pm - 4:30pm and includes a half-time refreshment.
Buy Tickets OnlineThursday 30th May, 7:00pm
Join international wine judge, best-selling author and star of Saturday Kitchen, Helen McGinn for a laid-back, interactive wine tasting. Quiz Helen with all of your burning questions or simply kick back and enjoy a great selection of wines and nibbles.
What's Included...
Wednesday 12th June, 7:30pm
Let our star-studded panel of experts talk you through your need-to-knows before the biggest week in the racing calendar. Enjoy a three-course supper, a half bottle of wine and a free match bet from Star Sports to get you off the mark.
Buy Tickets OnlineSaturday 29th June, 6-8pm
Join us in the courtyard (or Atlas Room is the weather is bad), and relax with a drink accompanied by amazing local guitarist Mike Edwards and his beautiful, unique arrangements of well-known classics.
No booking required.
Why not stay for dinner?
Saturday 27th July, 6-8pm
Our sun-trap courtyard is the setting for a balmy summer's evening set with acclaimed blues singer Thomas Heppell. Grab a drink and enjoy the vibe...
No booking required.
Why not stay for dinner?