From the original settlers who crossed the land bridge from Europe to the Romans, the Saxons and the Normans, the Thames Valley, with its strategic …
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Organisers of Reading’s first alcohol free comedy night say it will be just the same, but without the tipples. The first of a new series …
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Reading has a proud sporting history and punches above its size in many sporting fields. Now, we all know what the most popular sport in …
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We barely notice as we cross over or under them in our day-to-day activities, but sitting at the confluence of two major rivers and bisected …
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Discover the local roots of Game of Thrones star Natalie Dormer, from her school days in Berkshire to her rise as an international screen icon.
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As Reading enters 2025, we examine the town's shifting landscape, from the challenges facing Reading FC and local transport to the surge in aggressive new …
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Founded in 1871, Reading FC has a rich history spanning over 150 years. We explore the club’s journey from its early beginnings at Elm Park …
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Getting to know you is the top priority for the new Bishop of Reading. Last month, it was announced that the Revd Canon Mary Gregory …
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Reading Cock's Sauce was a traditional English condiment with a long history rooted in our town. It was once a staple in British households and …
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Panto Time Gets HiTech in Reading Audiences at The Hexagon theatre’s pantomime Cinderella will notice this year’s spectacular is … well, more spectacular. And it’s …
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With the new government's budget set to reshape the UK economy, how will Reading's local businesses, residents, and housing market fare? We break down what …
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With Reading Borough Council cooling on EV infrastructure, we investigate whether going electric still makes financial sense for local residents and commuters.
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It's a year since we published the first inReading ezine in order to bring more in depth journalism and more video coverage to our town, …
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It is believed that the name Reading originates from the Old English word Rēadingas, which means "the people of Rēada." Rēada is believed to be …
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New owners reveal that Reading Jail is set to become a hotel and art gallery. Possibly with robots and AI. There was some relief and …
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Sir Sam Mendes, the acclaimed British film and stage director, was born on August 1, 1965, in Battle Hospital (where, incidentally, his ex-wife Kate Winslet …
Read MoreWe sent Hadley and Tyler in search of the best fried chicken in our town, and the results were surprising...
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This summer has seen the re-appearance of ethnic issues across parts of the UK, but Reading remained calm, perhaps due to its long tradition of …
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Reading Festival, set along the banks of the River Thames in Little John's Farm over every August Bank Holiday, has become an institution that has …
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Reading residents are divided on the impact of graffiti and tagging. Since lockdown, graffiti and tagging have become much more prominent on the urban landscape …
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