Tired of social media shout-outs and tech giants gatekeeping local trade? Discover how the upcoming inReading Directory will make finding and supporting local businesses effortless.
Read More: Now Available: The inReading Directory – Your New Local Business Resource
From medieval monastic markets to the rise of global tech, discover how Reading’s strategic position between London and Bath has fueled nine centuries of commercial …
Read More: Beer, Bulbs, Biscuits, and Broadband: The 900-Year Commercial History of Reading
Council leaders across Berkshire, Oxfordshire, and Swindon have joined forces to submit a landmark bid for a Thames Valley Mayoral Strategic Authority, paving the way …
Read More: Come Together ! Thames Valley Set To Become An Economic Power
We head south of the M4 to taste the Japanese cuisine at Sen Ichie in Wokingham, but how authentic is their long and varied menu …
Read More: Sen Ichie, Wokingham
Looking for a bite to eat around Cemetery Junction? We review Deccan Kitchen, exploring their pan Indian menu.
Read More: Deccan House, Cemetery Junction
We complete our triumverate of reviews of Vietnamese restaurants in Reading with a visit to Pho in The Village.
Read More: Pho Restaurant at The Village
As tech giants eye Reading's former Microsoft campus for a massive new AI data centre, local backlash grows over environmental and power demands.
Read More: Are Data Centres Good for Reading? The Battle Over TVP’s New Role
As major UK regions gain devolved powers and economic clout, we examine whether Reading and the Thames Valley should push for an elected mayor.
Read More: Does Reading and the Thames Valley Need an Elected Mayor?
Discover the fascinating 900-year history of Reading's Forbury Gardens, from a medieval royal abbey and turbulent Tudor executions to a beloved Victorian park and modern …
Read More: In Front Of The Abbey: A 900-Year History of Reading's Forbury Gardens
What did the USA ever do for us ? After a 60th birthday bash we review the Miller & Carter steak house at Oracle Riverside.
Read More: Miller & Carter at Oracle Riverside
We found the food at Lebanese Village in Caversham, a bustling spot serving generous mezze and grilled meats, a bit unexpected.
Read More: Lebanese Village in Caversham
Explore Reading's rich LGBTQ+ history, tracing the journey from Oscar Wilde's imprisonment in Reading Gaol to the vibrant advocacy that will come to Reading Pride …
Read More: Queer Reading: from Victorian penal regimes to the celebration of Pride
Discover the fascinating history of Caversham, from its Anglo-Saxon roots and medieval religious pilgrimage site to its eventual 20th-century merger with Reading.
Read More: Caversham: From Saxon Settlement to Modern Suburb
The chilling history of 'baby farming' in the Victorian era and the notorious case of Amelia Dwyer, Reading's most infamous historical mass murderer.
Read More: The Dark Legacy of Amelia Dwyer: Uncovering Reading's Victorian Baby Farming Horror
While the world fights for British Museum tickets, a stunning, century-old replica of the Bayeux Tapestry awaits discovery in Reading. Learn the story of the …
Read More: See Bayeux Tapestry Without A Ticket
From the formal ristorante to the rustic osteria, discover the cultural nuances of Italian eating establishments and how they differ from the Italian-American chains we …
Read More: Cozze
For over 15 years, the Twyford Beer Festival has been raising funds for the cancer charity Orchid in support of men’s health.
Read More: How Beer Drinking Helps Men’s Health
As hosepipe bans sweep the Thames Valley during another brutal heatwave, discover how Reading became the beating heart of British climate science and weather tracking.
Read More: The Town That Measures The Weather
Renowned restaurateur Angelo Colao brings his culinary expertise to Reading's Station Hill. We review the authentic Italian menu, signature pasta dishes, and the atmosphere of …
Read More: Angelo’s On Station Hill
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 …
Read More: The Botanist