Queer Reading: from Victorian penal regimes to the celebration of Pride
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Queer Reading: from Victorian penal regimes to the celebration of Pride

Sep 01, 2026

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 in September

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Bids encouraged to keep famed artwork in the UK

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BBC Berkshire Sep 11

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BBC Berkshire Sep 11

NewOrbit's satellites will be built to operate two-to-three times closer to Earth than usual.

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BBC Berkshire Sep 11

Here's what you need to know about the Royal Elm Park development in Reading.

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Reading FC Women make major new home announcement

Reading Today Sep 11

Reading FC Women will play all of their home league matches at the Select Car …

Team set to return to home stadium after two years

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BBC Berkshire Sep 11

Reading Women's home match against Fleet on Sunday will be their first at the ground …

Rinomhota targets momentum with Reading

Rinomhota targets momentum with Reading

BBC Berkshire Sep 11

Reading midfielder Andy Rinomhota is hoping to sustain his current levels for the club having …

Council signs new partnership agreement with voluntary sector through 2029

Council signs new partnership agreement with voluntary sector through 2029

Reading Today Sep 11

A new three-year partnership agreement has been signed by Reading Borough Council and the voluntary …

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Plans put forward to simplify council tax support in proposed …

Reading Today Sep 11

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Acclaimed flamenco dancer Rebeca Ortega returns to Maidenhead

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Cheeselogs Sep 11

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BBC Berkshire Sep 11

Karen Rowland, who lives in Reading, saw the second plane hit the World Trade Center …

Plan to demolish and replace toothpaste factory

Plan to demolish and replace toothpaste factory

BBC Berkshire Sep 11

The 1950s site will be knocked down and replaced with three smaller units if the …

Lancaster cockpit created by 'mad genius' goes on display

Lancaster cockpit created by 'mad genius' goes on display

BBC Berkshire Sep 11

Leon Ellison's final wish is fulfilled as his creation goes on display in Metheringham.

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What is Remember a Charity Week? Leaving a Gift in …

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Sophie Ashford, an Associate in law firm Blandy & Blandy's Wills, Probate, Tax & Trusts …

Mock The Week star Olga Koch announces Norden Farm stand-up gig

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Reading Chronicle Aug 29

Reading Raga Resonance will host a day of immersive performances at the University of Reading’s …

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