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Natural History Museum relocating items to Shinfield
The Natural History Museum is relocating millions of items to a new facility in Shinfield. The new research and digitisation centre in the Thames Valley Science Park is expected to be completed by 2027 and fully operational by 2031. The centre will feature cryogenic facilities for specimen preservation and will share its data and findings globally to support research on issues like climate change, food supply, and pandemics. The development is part of a masterplan with the Un

Shinfield News
Oct 141 min read


Biodiversity to be boosted in £1m project in Shinfield
The first phase of the £1m project is expected to be finished in mid-December A £1m project to improve biodiversity and improve green spaces as part of the wider Shinfield Studios development has begun. The work near the Eastern Relief Road in Shinfield will improve walking and cycling provision around the University of Reading-owned Thames Valley Science Park. The first phase will create a new public footpath linking the Eastern Relief Road to Cutbush Lane and is expected to

Shinfield News
Oct 142 min read


Spencers Wood Parent Runs 5K Every Day in 2025 to Support Hannah’s Appeal
Richard Chambers is running a minimum 5k everyday for 2025 Richard Chambers, a dedicated Spencers Wood resident is taking on an incredible year-long challenge — running a minimum of 5 kilometres every single day throughout 2025 — all to raise money for Hannah’s Appeal. Having supported the charity for the past eight years, Richard has now launched “365 Days of Running for Reece”, a campaign aimed at raising awareness and vital funds for children and families affected by cance

Shinfield News
Oct 142 min read


Mother Outraged After Children Accused of Stealing at Shinfield Lidl
We are awaiting a formal response from Lidl A Shinfield mother has spoken out after claiming her children were wrongly accused of...

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Oct 42 min read


Windsor & Langley Bring Short-Term Rental Opportunities to Shinfield
Shinfield residents with spare rooms now have a new way to earn extra income, thanks to Windsor & Langley’s short-term rental service. ...

Shinfield News
Oct 31 min read


Rags & Bert’s Named Finalist for Kennel of the Year at National Pet Industry Awards
Rags & Bert’s, a leading Dog Hotel and Doggy Daycare based in Reading, is proud to announce that it has once again been shortlisted as a...

Shinfield News
Oct 22 min read


Exclusive: Joshua Frankham - Interview
Rising Star: Joshua Frankham Carving His Own Path in Boxing Joshua Frankham may share a famous surname with some of Britain’s most...

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Sep 168 min read


Nirvana Spa masseur convicted of sexual assaults
Ibrahim Ali worked as a masseur at Nirvana Spa in Wokingham A masseur has been convicted of five sexual assaults while working at a spa....

Shinfield News
Sep 151 min read


Shinfield Community BBQ and Fun Day Raises Over £2,500 for Church
Shinfield residents flocked to School Green on Saturday 13th for a lively Community BBQ and Fun Day, enjoying food, music, and...

Shinfield News
Sep 141 min read


Shinfield celebrates Ganesh Chaturthi
Celebrating Ganesh Chaturthi Shinfield celebrated Ganesh Festival or the Birthday of Lord Ganesh, also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi which...

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Sep 32 min read


Shinfield Parish Council Takes Over School Green Centre Café After Second Operator Steps Away
The Cafe has now lost 2 operators Shinfield Parish Council (SPC) will take direct control of the café at the School Green Centre this...

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Aug 212 min read


Residents Raise Alarm Over 24/7 Shire Hall Development Plan Amid Traffic and Air Quality Concerns
The Planned Site for development A proposed 24/7 industrial development at the old Shire Hall site is drawing growing concern from...

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Aug 193 min read



Shinfield News
Aug 140 min read


Shinfield Ward Councillors: Who They Are, What They Stand For, & How Residents View Them
Shinfield , part of Wokingham Borough and a fast-growing residential community, is represented by three borough councillors: Andrew Gray...

Shinfield News
Aug 63 min read


Frustration Grows as Lidl in Shinfield Ignores Pleas from Residents Over Litter Problem
Lidl's have provided a response Residents in Shinfield say they are fed up with being forced to clean up after Lidl, as the supermarket...

Shinfield News
Aug 52 min read


Travellers Set Up Camp Near Beke Avenue, Prompting Community Concerns
Travellers have set up camp just off Beke Avenue A group of travellers have moved onto a patch of land just off Beke Avenue in Shinfield,...

Shinfield News
Jul 282 min read


Armed police spotted outside shop on Shinfield Road
Multiple armed police officers have been spotted outside a shop in Shinfield. Thames Valley Police officers were seen on Shinfield Road...

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Jul 231 min read


Stars who have visited Shinfield recently
Gerrard Butler in Greenland - Migration Films currently or recently being filmed at Shinfield Studios: Greenland: Migration (Gerard...

Shinfield News
Jul 171 min read


Yuan Yang MP: One Year On – Steady Progress Amid Local Campaigning
Elected in July 2024, MP Yuan Yang winning the newly created Earley & Woodley seat Yuan Yang (Labour) made history in July 2024 by...

Shinfield News
Jul 172 min read


Thames Water Warns of Possible Hosepipe Ban for Shinfield and other areas
How will you be affected? Shinfield, Berkshire – With this summer proving to be one of the driest on record, Thames Water has issued a...

Shinfield News
Jul 92 min read
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