Secretary Hand: a crash course
Discover how Alf Ison's practical guide to 16th to 18th-century secretary hand helps you decipher old family documents and wills with ease.
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05 Oct 2026
Almshouses in West Berkshire: Charity on the Doorstep
This talk will explore the history of almshouses, how they were founded and funded, with local examples.
The PDF Book Genealogy Courses Recommend for Reading Secretary Hand
Discover how to decipher 16th to 18th-century wills and parish registers with a practical PDF guide to reading secretary hand script.
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14 Aug 2026
Berkshire Heritage Fair
If you have an interest in historic Berkshire or a particular family, location, industry or transport system within it, you'll almost certainly want to attend this Fair. It is online, free to attend and brings together experts from across the historic county. There are two sessions 10 - 12 noon, and 2 - 3pm. You can attend either or both sessions.