This talk will describe aspects of the town’s history by considering some of its, often not well known, plaques, statues, and monuments. Even the better- known memorials have secrets to yield in the tales of their origins.
An online talk for local history enthusiasts exploring Thames Valley heritage, from prehistoric ancestors and Viking battles to modern industries.
This all series ticket covers all three talks in the Autumn "Potpourri of Social History" talks series, for the discounted price of £12.50 (members £10.00).
An in-person guided walkabout for local history enthusiasts exploring the rich medieval heritage of Reading, from Viking invasions to the Abbey.
An in-person, drop-in open day for anyone researching their family history, featuring expert advice and free access to major genealogical databases.
The 1970s was a decade of extremes, eccentricities, and enduring legacies - and this talk describes the highs, lows, and legendary catering of a remarkable era in Britain’s railway history.
Come and join us for a Combined Branches' Christmas Social. It will be a chance to get together, catch up on Society developments and chat to other members of the Society.
Discover the unique 1819 travel scroll of Speen's Harriet Parry, and learn how Berkshire parish records helped reconstruct her European adventures.
Join us for a FREE tour of Berkshire Family History Society's new Family Research Centre. Pre-booking required.
The Fair Mile Hospital (before 1948 known by a succession of different names) was until relatively recently Berkshire’s county lunatic asylum. Ian Wheeler will take us around the site with a site plan to help visualise the hospital as it once was.
This discussion group is aimed at those wanting to get the most out of their DNA results. It is a great opportunity to ask questions, gain ideas and share success stories. All levels of expertise with interpreting DNA results are welcome but you should have some basic experience of working with your DNA matches to get the most out of the group.
Dr Margaret Ounsley reveals everyday life in one of Reading's 'great houses' in the 17th and early 18th centuries. And also the massive social and economic changes going on during this time and the changing fortunes of the Vachell family.
