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
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 ornate facades of Heelas to the social hubs of Jackson’s, discover how Reading's iconic department stores shaped the town’s identity for over a …
Read More: Cathedrals Of Commerce
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 major …
Read More: Reading In Reading: A New Chapter For Our Libraries
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 …
Read More: Eating Reading
Discover the turbulent life and brutal execution of Hugh Faringdon, the final Abbot of Reading Abbey, whose loyalty was tested during the height of Henry …
Read More: Hugh Faringdon: The Last Abbot
Discover the best of Reading's history as Heritage Open Days returns this September with 10 days of free tours, talks, and exclusive access to iconic …
Read More: See Through The Keyhole
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 …
Read More: The Bridges Of Reading
As an indication of the changing nature of our town St John's church on Queens Road is now the Amazing Grace Chinese church and adjacent …
Read More: Reading Buildings - Watlington House