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Cloth and Kings: Audio Tour of Newbury's History and Architecture
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Important Information
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Wheelchair accessible
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All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Newbury is a historic Berkshire market town with layers of English history that span nearly a thousand years. On this self-guided walking tour, you’ll hear a perfect balance of historical and architectural details, giving you an appreciation for how each era left its mark on Newbury’s streetscape. The tour starts at Newbury Library’s remarkable community mosaic and ends at the Tudor Cloth Hall. As you walk, you’ll find out how a Saxon settlement grew into a prosperous medieval trading hub, witnessed pivotal Civil War battles, and evolved into the charming town you see today. I’ll point out Newbury’s most significant locations along the way. You’ll discover how the town’s strategic location a...
Highlights
From 1 hour and 30 minutes to 2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 1 hour and 30 minutes to 2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Lifetime access to this tour in English before your booking date and after it
Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
App for Android and iOS
Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start
Smartphone and headphones
Transportation
Food and drink
Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour
Meeting Points
Departure
Newbury Library
This tour begins on the pavement beside a large car park and the side of Newbury Library. Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.
Return
10 Wharf St
The Cloth Hall
Cloth and Kings: Audio Tour of Newbury's History and Architecture
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About
Newbury is a historic Berkshire market town with layers of English history that span nearly a thousand years. On this self-guided walking tour, you’ll hear a perfect balance of historical and architectural details, giving you an appreciation for how each era left its mark on Newbury’s streetscape. The tour starts at Newbury Library’s remarkable community mosaic and ends at the Tudor Cloth Hall. As you walk, you’ll find out how a Saxon settlement grew into a prosperous medieval trading hub, witnessed pivotal Civil War battles, and evolved into the charming town you see today. I’ll point out Newbury’s most significant locations along the way. You’ll discover how the town’s strategic location a...
Highlights
From 1 hour and 30 minutes to 2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 1 hour and 30 minutes to 2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Lifetime access to this tour in English before your booking date and after it
Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
App for Android and iOS
Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start
Smartphone and headphones
Transportation
Food and drink
Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour
Meeting Points
Departure
Newbury Library
This tour begins on the pavement beside a large car park and the side of Newbury Library. Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.
Return
10 Wharf St
The Cloth Hall
Itinerary
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Newbury Mosaic Art Sculpture
Admire this remarkable community artwork depicting 1,000 years of Newbury's history, created by over 4,000 local residents. Marvel at the intricate details that tell the story of how this Saxon settlement evolved into today's thriving market town.
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St Nicolas Church
Discover this impressive medieval church funded by the legendary cloth merchant Jack of Newbury and rebuilt in the early 1500s. Explore the magnificent architecture that showcases the wealth and influence of Newbury's prosperous wool trade era.
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West Berkshire Museum
Step inside this Tudor building that once served as the center of Newbury's cloth trade, topped by the famous dragon weathervane "Blaze." Experience centuries of local history through exhibits that bring the town's fascinating past to life.
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Newbury Town Hall
Stand before this striking Gothic Revival building with its iconic clock tower that dominates the town center. Admire the Victorian architecture that represents Newbury's prosperity during the industrial age.
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Market Place
Walk through the heart of England's oldest chartered markets, granted by King John in 1214. Experience the bustling atmosphere where traders have gathered for over 800 years.
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Kennet and Avon Canal
Stroll along the restored waterway where narrowboats once carried cargo between London and Bristol. Enjoy the peaceful towpath and watch boats navigate the historic locks that connected Newbury to the wider world.
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Paddington Bear Statue
Pass by this charming statue celebrating author Michael Bond, who was born in Newbury and created the beloved bear. Enjoy this whimsical tribute to one of children's literature's most famous characters.
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Victoria Park
Explore this beautiful green space that was transformed from medieval common land into a Victorian showcase. Stroll through the landscaped gardens and discover how the park reflects the town's evolution through the ages.
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Newbury Clock Tower
Marvel at this distinctive Victorian landmark that has become one of the town's most recognizable features. Pass beneath the elegant structure that has marked the passage of time for generations of Newbury residents.
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Queen Victoria's Statue
Admire this regal monument honouring Britain's longest-reigning monarch at the time. See how the Victorians celebrated their queen in this prominent public space.
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West Mills Swing Bridge
Walk across or pass by this historic canal bridge that once swung open to allow boats through. Experience a piece of Newbury's industrial heritage where innovation met everyday practicality.
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Newbury Wharf
Discover where canal boats once loaded and unloaded goods that fuelled the town's prosperity. Enjoy the restored waterside area that connects Newbury's commercial past with its leisure present.
