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The Dark Legacy of Amelia Dwyer: Uncovering Reading's Victorian Baby Farming Horror

Aug 31, 2026

The chilling history of 'baby farming' in the Victorian era and the notorious case of Amelia Dwyer, Reading's most infamous historical mass murderer.

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The Town That Measures The Weather

Aug 01, 2026

As hosepipe bans sweep the Thames Valley during another brutal heatwave, discover how Reading became the beating heart of British climate science and…

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Angelo’s On Station Hill

Aug 01, 2026

Renowned restaurateur Angelo Colao brings his culinary expertise to Reading's Station Hill. We review the authentic Italian menu, signature pasta dis…

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The Botanist

Jul 01, 2026

Is local dining becoming a soulless experience dominated by corporate formulas? We review The Botanist to see if their food matches the price tag or …

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Happy Panda

Jul 01, 2026

Why are children becoming increasingly selective with food? From historical shifts in Western parenting to cultural dining practices in Japan and Chi…

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Progress Theatre Transforms Hamlet into Steampunk Tragedy at Reading Abbey Ruins

Jul 01, 2026

Experience Shakespeare’s Hamlet like never before as Progress Theatre brings a fast-paced, steampunk-inspired adaptation to the historic Reading Abbe…

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Cathedrals Of Commerce

Jul 01, 2026

From the ornate facades of Heelas to the social hubs of Jackson’s, discover how Reading's iconic department stores shaped the town’s identity for ove…

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The King Of The North And Reading

Jul 01, 2026

As Andy Burnham emerges as a key figure in national politics, we explore what a potential 'King in the North' premiership could mean for Reading's in…

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Cemetery Junction: Behind Reading’s Busiest Landmark

Jun 01, 2026

Discover the story of Reading's famous Cemetery Junction, from its 1840s origins as a Victorian garden cemetery to its evolution into a bustling urba…

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Osaka

Jun 01, 2026

Reading is teeming with sushi spots, but does Osaka stand out from the crowd? Join us for an honest review of this town-centre Japanese restaurant an…

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The Flowing Spring

Jun 01, 2026

After years of intending to visit, we finally stopped by The Flowing Spring near Henley. Unfortunately, a promising atmosphere and local ale selectio…

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Reading In Reading: A New Chapter For Our Libraries

Jun 01, 2026

From the grand opening of the new Central Library at the Civic Centre to major relocations in Winnersh, Reading's library network is undergoing a maj…

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A Permanent Political Shift ?

Jun 01, 2026

Recent local elections have reshaped the Thames Valley’s political landscape, cementing Labour's hold on Reading while signaling a historic collapse …

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