A short history of the Oxford Road 28 Jul 2020 Explore the history of the Oxford Road, one of Reading’s most cosmopolitan neighbourhoods.
A short history of the Forbury Gardens 21 Jul 2020 Delve into the 900 year history of Reading's Forbury Gardens connecting the town with its royal abbey.
The Death of William II 2 Aug 2017 The mysterious death of William Rufus led to the quick accesension of his brother, King Henry I.
Three long years: Reading in 1917 4 Aug 2017 We explore how Reading had faired by 1917 after three years of the Great War and no end in sight.
The Coronation of Henry I 5 Aug 2017 The youngest son of William the Conqueror was crowned King Henry I of England on August 5th 1100. It changed the fate of Reading forever.
Matilda - an Empress in the Thames Valley 3 May 2018 Empress Matilda almost became the first Queen of England. She was daughter of King Henry I and a frequent visitor and patron of Reading Abbey. Find out about her tumultuous
Icing on the cake: How Reading’s heritage reaches all corners of the globe. 8 Sep 2017 Find out about how a 106 year old Reading-made Huntley & Palmers fruit cake was found near the South Pole!
Blood and Bones: the Veneration of Relics at Reading Abbey 21 Dec 2017 Read about the prized relic collection of Reading Abbey and how it became a magnet for pilgrims!
Garden Party to Prison Cell: Oscar Wilde in Reading 20 Nov 2017 Professor Peter Stoneley explores Oscar Wilde's more positive relationship with Reading before his infamous incarceration at Reading Gaol.
