West Berkshire Therapy Centre

West Berkshire Therapy Centre A very specialised gym, for the benefit of disabled people from the local community. Our premises are just off Lower Way in Thatcham, so are easy to get to.

West Berkshire Therapy Centre is located half way between Newbury and Thatcham. It is a very specialised gym, equipped with power-assisted exercise equipment, for the benefit of disabled people from the local community. Our extensive research has shown that this facility will help people who suffer from a wide range of disabling conditions:
neurological disorders,
arthritis,
strokes,
cardiac or lung problems,
dementia,
post-operative rehabilitation,
learning difficulties and many others. Following assessment from one of our registered physiotherapists, Centre users will be able to receive exercise therapy provided by a range of carefully designed and selected machines, easing stiff or reluctant muscles, giving them more strength and co-ordination, helping also to manage weight, improve circulation, reduce the risks of serious health problems in later years and more feelings of well-being. We have considerable support from many local voluntary groups and many local clinicians. Everything is on the ground floor, including a disabled loo and a small rest area. There is space for those in wheelchairs to get around and although the equipment is motorised, to provide the exercise therapy, it is quiet and enjoyable to use. Our staff will give a helping hand if needed and carers will be welcome. We are a not for profit charitable organisation and invite voluntary contributions at the lowest rates compatible with providing an excellent service for as many people as possible. We can also offer slight discounts to those who take out membership. All offers of help will be welcome. You can support us with a donation via our website: http://www.westberkshiretherapycentre.org.uk/

Many disabled people find it difficult to take as much exercise as they want or as is generally recommended. Our power-assisted equipment provides the opportunity to move every major muscle in the body, with the equipment doing the work, so even very weak muscles can be exercised without effort from you. Not only is this generally good for your overall health, but the stronger you can get, the easier it is likely to be for you to carry out important tasks of daily living in safety and comfort. In due course we would also like to offer a community hydrotherapy pool. This needs a larger building and we continue to seek offers of help to secure a suitable plot of land. In the meantime our specialised power-assisted equipment may be able to make a big difference to your overall well-being. We are grateful for the support of:
West Berkshire Neurological Alliance
West Berkshire Public Health service
Berkshire MS Therapy Centre
The Gerald Palmer Eling Trust
Englefield Trust
Berkshire Community Foundation
The Herongate Fund
Colefax Charitable Trust
West Berkshire Council
Greenham Common Trust
Shapemaster Global Ltd
The Albert Hunt Trust
The Berkshire Masonic Charity
The AMMCO Trust
Newbury & District MS Society
Parkinson’s UK, Newbury & District
Newbury Town Council
Reading Fibromyalgia Support Group
British Polio, Berkshire Branch
Medicotech Ltd
Thatcham Town Council
Royal Berkshire Hospital
IPRS Group
Rotary Club of Hungerford
West Berkshire Disability Alliance
VGL signs
Marsh Fuels
and many others

Many thanks for all your help!

Spirit of ChristmasA warm welcome from Santa for Thatcham Mayor Petra Pemberton got the Christmas season off to a flying...
15/12/2025

Spirit of Christmas

A warm welcome from Santa for Thatcham Mayor Petra Pemberton got the Christmas season off to a flying start at the West Berkshire Therapy Centre's festive event on Saturday (Dec 6).

Around 60 guests attended the evening at Harts Hill Road, and enjoyed a variety of activities and a buffet tea. The occasion raised over £2,600 for the Centre, a charity which relies on donations from users and supporters to provide its powered-assisted exercise therapy.

Prizes for the raffle included a considerable number of hampers containing donated goods from Therapy Centre users and their families. Prize Bingo featured vouchers and gifts provided by local concerns, among them Kennet & Avon Canal Trust; Arlington Arts; Whitchurch Silk Mill; Ugly Duckling; Sandford Springs; Highclere Castle. The home-made Cake Stall and Tombola proved to be successful fund-raisers.

The event was run by volunteers at the Therapy Centre.

The work of the Centre has been further supported in recent weeks by a number of generous donations totalling over £7,000, including from Tesco via 'customer choice' tokens collection at Hungerford; Cold Ash Parish Council; Greenham Parish Council; and the Gerald Palmer Eling Trust which has also pledged support for the next two years.

The unique power-assisted exercise makes a real difference to independence, well-being, and everyday life for clients with a wide range of challenges. Clients may be coping with a long-term . health condition, or recuperating after operation or injury. They may be wheelchair users. All will have been assessed by Therapy Centre staff at an initial appointment, and then start on a bespoke programme of exercise.

The smart machines at the Centre in Thatcham do as much or as little of the work required, as strength and mobility improves the machines will do less and less.

West Berkshire Therapy Centre is an independent community charity founded in 2014. It is not part of the NHS or West Berkshire Council

If you would like to support the Therapy Centre this Christmas please visit:
www.westberkshiretherapycentre.org.uk/donate

15/12/2025
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21/11/2025

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31/10/2025

There's still time left to vote!
Have your say in who wins the People's Choice Award at Greenham Trust Charity Awards 2025, sponsored by Visit Newbury.
Voting closes Sunday 2nd November so make your choice before time runs out! ⏰
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We are thrilled to be nominated for the Greenham Trust People's Choice award. There are only 2 days left to vote PLEASE VOTE -thank you

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28/10/2025

Please scroll down this poster to find the link to vote - thank you

We would like to thank https://www.barchester.com for their generous donation of £2,500 towards replacing one of our 10 ...
27/10/2025

We would like to thank https://www.barchester.com for their generous donation of £2,500 towards replacing one of our 10 year old exercise machines. THANK YOU

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27/10/2025

Thrilled to be nominated as one of the contenders in the People's Choice award - please vote for West Berkshire Therapy Centre we could win a grant of £5000

Voting is still open for the People's Choice Award sponsored by Visit Newbury. ⏰ This is a unique opportunity to have your say in who should win this prestigious award and a £5000 grant from Greenham Trust.
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We are thrilled that West Berkshire Therapy Centre has been selected as one of the charities to be put forward for the P...
27/10/2025

We are thrilled that West Berkshire Therapy Centre has been selected as one of the charities to be put forward for the People's Choice Award . Please vote for us at greenhamtrust.com/awards-voting Thank you so much we could win £5000

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Frank Hutchings Hall, Bradley-Moore Square
Thatcham
RG184QH

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 3pm
Tuesday 10am - 3pm
Wednesday 10am - 3pm
6pm - 8pm
Thursday 10am - 3pm
Friday 10am - 3pm
Saturday 10am - 2pm

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+441635864561

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