Each week, we bring you a round-up of community and family-friendly events taking place across Maidenhead, Slough, Windsor, Burnham, Twyford and the surrounding area.
Find out what's on where you are below.
FRIDAY:
ASCOT: Fashion lovers can shop for the newest trends from more than 100 boutique shops at the Ascot Fashion Weekend.
The event, which is being held at The Pavilion in Ascot Racecourse, is open today (Friday) and tomorrow (Saturday) from 10.15am-5.30pm.
The Ascot Fashion weekend boasts designer clothing that can’t be found at high street stores. Tickets cost £4 online, £6 by post or phone or £7 on the door.
Go to www.ukgrandsales.co.uk to buy tickets online.
Contact Noelle Walsh or Mary Hillman on 01367 860017 for more details.
FARNHAM ROYAL: The annual Slough Rotary Quiz takes place tonight (Friday), at Caldicott School in Crown Lane, Farnham Royal.
The quiz starts at 7.30pm.
Tickets are available from Roger.Home@virgin.net or you can call Terry Pattinson on 01628 636836 or 07580 374304.
SLOUGH: The Slough & Windsor Railway Society Annual General Meeting takes place tonight (Friday).
It will be held at The Manor, by Slough railway station, from about 7.15pm.
COOKHAM DEAN: Vintage motors will be on show at Cookham Dean Cricket Club on Saturday..
The afternoon in Whyteladyes Lane will run between 1-4.30pm and proceeds go to Thames Hospice and other local charities.
IVER: Enjoy an easy-going short walk in Iver tomorrow (Saturday).
It is organised by the Iver & District Countryside Association.
People are asked to meet at 2pm at Iver Village Hall car park for a walk via Iver churchyard, Huntsmoor, Palmers Moor, Delaford and Swan Lane.
There will be a shorter more easy-going route available for those who wish.
Socialize at the Village Bakery High Street café on your return.
Contact Paul Graham 01753 655183 for details.
SLOUGH: The annual general meeting of the Friends of Slough Canal is taking place tomorrow (Saturday).
Dhush Selvarajah will be giving a guest presentation on 'Brick making and the Slough Arm' with an opportunity for an informal discussion afterwards.
The meeting is due to start at 11am at St Paul's Gilliat Hall in Stoke Road.
SUNNINGHILL: Film fans can see the smash-hit Paddington at Cordes Hall Cinema tomorrow (Saturday).
Four films will be available to watch at the venue, in Sunninghill High Street.
Snow White is showing at 11am, Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets at 2pm, Paddington at 5pm and The Theory of Everything at 8pm.
Tickets can be bought on the door or in advance from Inspirations or Sunninghill Wine, in Sunninghill High Street.
TWYFORD: An exhibition displaying flowers, vegetables and fruit will be staged at Loddon Hall on Saturday.
Twyford and Ruscombe Horticultural Association is celebrating its 60th anniversary with three shows at the Loddon Hall Road venue; a spring show, summer show and autumn show.
The spring show on Saturday will include floral art, photography and handicraft.
It begins at 2.30pm and entry costs £1 for an adult and 50p for children.
ASCOT: Tasty treats will be on sale at the Ascot Farmers’ Market on Sunday.
The market is being held in Car Park 3 at Ascot Racecourse, in Ascot High Street. The event runs from 9.30am-1pm.
Parking is available on site.
ASCOT: Ascot and the Sunnings Community Environment Network (ASCENT) is holding its AGM on Sunday.
ASCENT is aiming to tackle the challenges of climate change through projects, campaigns and initiatives in the area.
Dr Derek Wall, Green Party Parliamentary Candidate for Windsor, will be guest speaker.
The event is taking place at All Saints Church Hall, in London Road from 3-5pm.
BOURNE END: Aspiring sailors will have the chance to test themselves on the water on Sunday when Upper Thames Valley Sailing Club holds its annual open day.
The club, based in Riverside Road, is offering potential members of all skills and ages the chance to join its instructors on the river in sailing dinghies and motor boats.
The event runs from 10.30am-4pm.
At 3pm, the club will also host its annual fundraising Tea by the Thames in aid of the Sail4Cancer charity.
Visit www.utsc.org.uk for more information.
BURNHAM: A family spring craft fair, with free entry, has been organised by Burnham Park Hall in Windsor Lane.
It will take place between 1pm and 5pm on Sunday.
Attractions take in a large selection of craft and gift stalls.
Entertainment for children will also be on offer and a barbecue will be held in the courtyard.
Stalls take in clothing, toiletries, photographs, candles, gifts and much more.
MARLOW: Runners are getting into training once again for the Danesfield Dash through the Chiltern Hills.
Now in its third year, the 10km multi-terrain race, which will be held on Sunday, has been growing steadily since first being held in 2013.
The event raises money for Danesfield School in Henley Road, Medmenham, near Marlow, and is organised by Purple Patch Running, of whom Chris Wharton, chairman of Danesfield School PTA, is a member.
About 350 competitors are predicted to enter this year. Between a quarter and a third are expected to be children - who will be running in their own 1km dash.
Places will be available on the day, but anyone wishing to race is advised to register in advance.
Visit http://www.purplepatchrunning.com/ for details.
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