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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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Christmas Is Coming..

Dec 01, 2025

Discover Reading's magical Christmas events, from the spectacular light switch-on with unique local-themed displays to charming festive markets and c…

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Take Your Time

Dec 01, 2025

Discover the eclectic Asian fusion menu at Take Your Time, a new restaurant in The Village, Reading. Despite its tucked-away location, the diverse of…

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Oxford Move Homeless To Reading

Dec 01, 2025

Oxford City Council has relocated 34 homeless families to Reading, straining local resources. This 'out-of-area' placement highlights a systemic hous…

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Oxford Moves Homeless To Reading

Dec 01, 2025

A surge in out-of-area placements has left Reading grappling with the impact of Oxford's housing crisis. As resources stretch to the breaking point, …

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Theale Votes In 'Greater Reading' Battle

Nov 01, 2025

Theale residents head to the polls next week for a crucial vote on whether to remain with West Berkshire Council or join Reading Borough Council's pr…

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Buesasado Argentinian Grill

Nov 01, 2025

Fed up with algorithm-driven reviews, one local critic puts TripAdvisor’s top-rated Buesasado Argentinian Grill to the test to see if the food matche…

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Eating Reading

Nov 01, 2025

From Roman snack bars in Silchester to the dietary rituals of Reading Abbey, explore the fascinating history of what people in the Thames Valley ate …

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GWR To Be Renationalised

Oct 01, 2025

The Labour government has announced plans to bring Great Western Railway under public ownership by 2026. Discover how this major shift away from priv…

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London Street Brasserie

Oct 01, 2025

Looking for the perfect spot in Reading for a special occasion? We revisit the iconic London Street Brasserie to see if its modern British menu and w…

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Hugh Faringdon: The Last Abbot

Oct 01, 2025

Discover the turbulent life and brutal execution of Hugh Faringdon, the final Abbot of Reading Abbey, whose loyalty was tested during the height of H…

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Classical Reading

Oct 01, 2025

While Reading is famous for its rock festival, a rich tapestry of classical music thrives within its historic halls and churches. Explore the orchest…

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Zi Tore

Sep 01, 2025

Is Reading's 'Smelly Alley' hiding a true Italian gem? We step inside Zi Tore to sample their authentic, made-from-scratch menu and discover if this …

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