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SUMMARY:The Silk Industry in Reading
DESCRIPTION:The silk industry existed in Reading for over 200 years, and employed over 500 people in the early 19th century. Yet nowadays few have heard of it. David’s interest in the subject stems from the fact that he grew up in Macclesfield, a town dominated by silk manufacture.  He will describe the different processes involved in silk production, how the industry in Reading was run, some of the firms involved, and whereabouts they operated.\nThis is the second of three talks in the “Shops and Businesses” Talks Series. The other talks take place on 16th April and the 18th June. You may book tickets for any talk individually or for all three in the series for a reduced price.  \nPlease note the Centre’s face-to-face talks are now being held at a new venue – Reading’s Abbey Baptist Church. The full address of the church is given to the right. The venue has disabled access and a disabled toilet. The talk begins at the slightly later time than previously of 2.30pm. \nTea/coffee and biscuits will be available (included in the price). Pre-booking is preferred, but you can pay on the door, if there are spaces available.  \nImage above: The silk factory of Messrs. Baylis on Kings Road, Reading, courtesy of David Cliffe.\nLocation image: Abbey Church – Gazamp, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons (cropped)\nTo book, scroll down.\n
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