Spotlight

Where to pick your own in BerkshireGrab your straw hat and wicker basket: it's summer in England, which means it's time to PYO. From sumptuous strawberries to green veg to blooming bouquets, here's where to pick 'em.
Walkies! 25 pretty dog walks with a pubby pitstopThe sun's out - time to grab the lead and treat Fido to one of these stellar local walks, all with dog-friendly watering holes along the way.
9 outdoor cinemas to book nowNothing says summer like an alfresco night out watching fab movies under the stars. From rural locations and riverside gardens to racecourses, here's where to head, popcorn and blanket at the ready
5 reasons to frock up for Newbury's Ladies DaySummer of fun incoming! Kickstart your social life at Newbury Racecourse at Ladies Day. Frocks, cocktails and sax in the paddock. There's more…
23 of the best places to holiday in the UKStaycationing this summer? Then you're going to want to check out our bang-up-to-date insider guides to these top towns and cities across the Muddy counties.

Well, hello!

I'm Rachel, editor of Muddy Berkshire, here to bring you the quirky, cool and downright unmissable in the area.

Gotta Have It

When one destination isn't enough, try several! Now throw in luxury accommodation, spa, gym, restaurants and activities for the whole gang, and raise a cocktail to your new travel BFF - the cruise.

Gotta have it

Muddy Awards 2022

The nominations round is now closed. Finals start on 30 May 2022

Walkies! 25 pretty dog walks with a pubby pitstop

The sun’s out – time to grab the lead and treat Fido to one of these stellar local walks, all with dog-friendly watering holes along the way.
- 25 pubs garden for al fresco lunching
  
  The sun is out, the sky is blue, it’s time to pour a rosé or two! From snazzy gastropubs to rustic inns, we’ve got your Berkshire summer hit list right here…
- Review: The Great Shefford, nr Hungerford
  
  A riverside pub that’s full of surprises. The Great Shefford is a gastro gem with a former Hand & Flowers chef at the helm. Intrigued? You should be.

Culture

Worth your watch! 6 great things on TV this week

Pull up a chair and crack open the wine: from the new season of Stranger Things to a thrilling French boxset, we’ve got your weekly watchlist well and truly sorted.
- Feet up! 6 things to watch on TV this week
  
  Need something new to watch this week? You’ve come to the right place! From a freshly funny new talk show to an indulgent crime thriller, this is the best of the best.
- 9 outdoor cinemas to book now
  
  So long, tiny TV screen; hello, massive outdoor cinema with classic films, sing-a-long action and boozy picnics to boot. Here are the best in Berkshire.

Little Black Book

Want to support local? Our curated pick of the most creative, unique and brilliant businesses near you.

Hive Interior Design Studio

Heba Pilates Windsor

Plum Cottages, Bray

Basildon Park National Trust

Cliveden National Trust, Taplow

Rosebourne, Aldermaston

Julia Darlington Coaching & Consulting

B-Fit Ascot

Hare & Hounds, near Newbury

The Wellington Arms, Stratfield Turgis

The Great House, Sonning

Country Mouse Home, Warfield

Travel

23 of the best places to holiday in the UK

Staycationing this summer? Then you’re going to want to check out our bang-up-to-date insider guides to these top towns and cities across the Muddy counties.
- The best cruise holidays for 2023
  
  When one destination isn’t enough, try several! Now throw in luxury accommodation, spa, gym, restaurants and activities for the whole gang, and raise a cocktail to your new travel BFF – the cruise.
- Sunshine escape: 48 hours in Lisbon!
  
  Stop the city break search! Portugal’s hilly capital’s bursting with colour, culture and great places to eat, drink and stay (not to mention custard tarts at every turn…)

Home

45+ cool kitchen design companies we trust

Thinking of a redesign? From classic Shaker styles to sleek contemporary cabinets, these kitchen design companies across the Muddy counties know just what they’re doing.
- A quick veggie supper dish from Georgina Hayden
  
  This Mediterranean twist on roast potatoes, with coriander and olives, makes a perfect side dish, or the main event for lunch alongside a crisp green salad.
- 8 gorgeous new gardening books
  
  Bountiful borders, striped lawn and artfully placed sculptures here we come, but first, sit down, grab a coffee and get lost in the sublime pages of these beauties (those weeds can wait another hour or so)
Wellbeing
- WIN £3,000 cash for your business!
  
  To celebrate this year’s Muddy Awards, our national sponsor Healthily is giving away a life-changing £3k cash injection to boost one company’s health & wellbeing. Click to enter now!
- Ready for bed? 7 top buys for a restful sleep
  
  In celebration of World Sleep Day, here are our top shopping picks, from pillows and candles to sheets to sliders. If these don’t help you reach the land of nod, nothing will!!

Life

Time to split? Here’s how to do it, from the queen of breakups

She’s got a podcast, comedy show, award-winning books and celeb following – Rosie Wilby is the one to listen to if you’re breaking up
Kids
- Luckley House, Wokingham
  
  This small, selective, co-ed school (ages 11-18) is absolutely flying. Superb results, excellent sports programme, big on the performing arts and nailing life skills. Intrigued? You should be
- Hot off the press: meet the new head at Crosfields School
  
  Exciting times at Crosfields School in Reading – it’s just appointed its first ever female head. Caroline Townshend talks to Muddy about her move to Berkshire and plans for the future

Instamuddy

Fashion

5 STYLISH SLEEPWEAR SETS FOR HIM

Threadbare boxers begone! The style gods have spoken (aka Gucci and Harry Styles) and pyjamas for men are in – here are five sets that hit the spot.
- 10 buys for World Bee Day
  
  Hey, if it’s for the little black and yellow fellas, then who are we to argue with a shopping spree to celebrate World Bee Day (20 May)? Here are 10 on-trend buys we’re totally buzzing about
- Your kids’ summer wardrobe sorted
  
  Trying to save the planet? We’re doing it for the kids! If you’re looking for sustainable, ethical kids fashion, shop the Muddy new season edit. Well, it is Earth Day after all
Beauty
- The HOTTEST new nail polish shades for spring
  
  Spring is here! Time for pretty new nails! From chic sherbetty shades to Harry Styles’ psychedelic new collection, here are the shades to wear this season.
- REVIEW: new skincare that’s gorgeous – and works!
  
  Let us introduce you to WOAH – your favourite new vegan skincare line, tried and tested by Muddy ed-in-chief Hero Brown. See our edit, then win the entire collection, worth over £200.

People

The Guilty Feminist on tour!

Love the podcast? Good news – its creator is coming to Reading this month. We grabbed the super-talented Deborah Francis-White for a Muddy chinwag.
- Muddy meets comedian Ed Byrne
  
  Why he gave up horticulture for comedy, plus his best warm-up joke… Funny man Ed chats to Muddy ahead of hitting the stage at South Hill Park in Bracknell
- Gotta have it: 90s legends in Lego
  
  Can you guess which girl band is being immortalised in Lego 25 years after their iconic album release?