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SUMMARY:Event Stallholder Applications
DESCRIPTION:Thatcham Town Council run a large number or community and civic events for the whole community to enjoy. \n\nFamily Fun Day\nThatcham Festival\nRemembrance Sunday\nWarming Up For Christmas\nCivic Carol Service\nMayor Making\n\nWe also run smaller events such as Rural Touring Schemes and work with other organisations to develop events such as AfroFest with Community United. \nStallholder Information \nIf you are interested in becoming a stallholder at any of our events\, please click the links below \n\n2025 Events Stallholder Information\n2025 Stallholder Rates\nSample Terms and Conditions 2025\nThatcham Town Council Privacy Notice\nTTC Plastic Free Charter\nRisk Assessment Template\n\nWhen you are ready to apply for any of our events please click here to complete our expression of interest form. \nYou can apply for one\, some or all of our events via the same form. \nIf you would like more information\, please email; \nevents.officer@thatchamtowncouncil.gov.uk \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://thatchamtowncouncil.gov.uk/event/event-stallholder-applications/
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SUMMARY:Themed Market Stallholder Applications
DESCRIPTION:Thatcham Town Council is introducing regular markets\, and each market will have a ‘Theme’ for the whole community to enjoy and create memorable experiences. Themed markets aren’t just about shopping – they’re about building connections. Whether it’s enjoying tasting delicious food\, or exploring handcrafted goods\, these markets are a great way to spend quality time with family and friends. Every market has its own unique flavour! \nPlease see below upcoming themed markets: \n\nSunday 2nd February – Celebration of Chinese New Year Market\nSaturday 10th May – Best of British Market\nFriday 6th June – Big Green Week Market\nSunday 21st December – Christmas Food & Gift Market\nPlus more….\n\nWe will be making each themed market available throughout the year so watch out this space on our website! \nStallholder Information \nIf you are interested in becoming a stallholder at any of our themed markets\, please click the links below: \n\nTTC Themed Market Ratecard 2025\nTTC Themed Market Stallholder information 2025\nThatcham Town Council Privacy Notice\nTTC Plastic Free Charter\n\nWhen you are ready to apply for any of our themed market please click on our Application Form Here to complete the application form. \nYou can apply for one\, some\, or all our markets via the same form. \nIf you would like more information\, please email project.manager@thatchamtowncouncil.gov.uk
URL:https://thatchamtowncouncil.gov.uk/event/themed-market-stallholder-applications/
CATEGORIES:Themed Market
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SUMMARY:Warming Up for Christmas: Lights Switch On
DESCRIPTION:Warming Up for Christmas in Thatcham \nThatcham Town Centre is gearing up for a festive weekend packed with activities\, including the annual Christmas Lights Switch-On\, a special Christmas Market\, the Santa Fun Run\, and a Civic Carol Concert. \nOn Friday 5 December at 5pm the festive fun begins with the Christmas Light Switch On. With stalls offering seasonal gifts\, food\, and refreshments\, leading up to the Lights Switch-On at 7.15pm. Both Thatcham High Street and The Broadway will be closed to traffic\, allowing even more space for attractions. Visitors can enjoy live stage entertainment\, carol singers\, dancers\, roaming performers—including stilt walkers and a bubble fairy—and a special visit from Father Christmas courtesy of Newbury Lions. And once again\, we can guarantee snowfall in Thatcham for the evening! \nThe main stage will feature performances from Kennet School\, Whitelands Primary School\, Churches Together Choirs\, dance groups including Sonia Brown and Dance Fusion\, as well as a theatre preview from KATS. DJ Stop Start will keep the celebrations going after the switch-on. Mayor Petra Pemberton with be switching on the lights joined by Father Christmas. \nFrom 10am on Saturday 6th December\, The Broadway hosts a Christmas Market—perfect for discovering unique\, locally sourced gifts and supporting local businesses. Entertainment will run throughout the day beside the giant Christmas tree. \nVisitors can also vote for the town’s Best Christmas Window Display\, supported by the Newbury Weekly News\, as local retailers join in the festive fun. \n‘Warming Up for Christmas’ is sponsored by Graeme Electrical Services\, with this year’s Christmas tree sponsored by Xtrac. \nOn Sunday 8 December\, the Rotary Club of Thatcham and District presents the Santa Fun Run—an uplifting event for all ages. \nOn Sunday 14 December at 3pm\, St Mary’s Church will host the Thatcham Town Council Civic Carol Concert\, a traditional and beautiful celebration.
URL:https://thatchamtowncouncil.gov.uk/event/warming-up-for-christmas-lights-switch-on-2/
LOCATION:The Broadway\, Thatcham\, RG19 3HP
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SUMMARY:Warming Up for Christmas: Christmas Market
DESCRIPTION:The Warming Up for Christmas celebrations continue on Saturday 6th December\,  with a special Christmas Market from 10am until 3pm on the Broadway. \nThis festive event will showcase a wide selection of unique\, locally sourced gifts\, providing an excellent opportunity to support Thatcham’s independent businesses. \nEntertainment will take place throughout the day\, with a programme of performances held in front of the town’s giant Christmas Tree\, creating a welcoming and seasonal atmosphere for all to enjoy.
URL:https://thatchamtowncouncil.gov.uk/event/warming-up-for-christmas-christmas-market/
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SUMMARY:The Mayor of Thatcham's Civic Carol Service
DESCRIPTION:🎄 Mayor’s Christmas Carol Service 2025 🎄\nIn aid of the Mayor’s Charities. \nJoin us for an evening of festive cheer and community spirit!\nEnjoy traditional carol singing\, the enchanting sounds of the Barfield Handbell Ringers\, and the comforting treats of mulled wine and mince pies. \n📅 Date: Sunday 14th December\, 2025\n🕕 Time: 3pm\n📍 Venue: St Mary’s Church\, Thatcham \n\nFree entry and no need to book! \nLet’s come together to celebrate the season and support the Mayor’s chosen charities: Swings and Smiles\, Bridge for Young People and Home-start West Berkshire.\nBring family and friends — all are welcome! \n✨ A perfect way to celebrate your Christmas festivities while helping those in need. ✨
URL:https://thatchamtowncouncil.gov.uk/event/the-mayor-of-thatchams-civic-carol-service/
LOCATION:St Mary’s Church\, Church Close\, Thatcham\, RG19 3PP
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