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February 2025
Putting Berkshire on the Map
If you like maps – this is one not to miss. John will talk about the history of mapping with particular emphasis on Berkshire, beginning with Matthew Paris’ map of Britain c. 1250 and finishing with Google and modern mapping. He will explore the various reasons why maps were commissioned and how best to interpret them. This is the second of three talks in the Autumn Potpourri Talks Series. The other talks take place on 23rd January and 27th March.You may book tickets for individual events or for all three talks in the series for a reduced price. Â
Buried Deep But Not Lost Forever: Discovering Your Ancestor’s Final Resting Place
Finding an ancestor’s death record is often the last search we carry out on an individual. However,
locating their final resting place and any gravestone or marker can yield so much more information
which you could be missing out on.
March 2025
Face-to-Face Family History Advice Clinic Sold Out
Just beginning your family history research and need some advice? Baffled by so many competing research websites? Banging your head against a brick wall? Or struggling with some other issues? In this one-to-one session, one of our seasoned advisors will help you make some progress
March Natter Group
Informal discussion group, facilitated by Chad Hanna and Gillian Stevens. Topics are chosen by the group on a monthly basis. End time varies. Free to attend, but pre-booking required.Â
Drop In Advice Session
Bring your questions, problems and ‘brickwalls’ … and get some new ideas and advice from members of the Berkshire Family History Society.
Reading’s Trams
In 1878 the Reading Tramways Company was established. This talk will explore the origins of the company and the tram routes it established. You will learn about the routes' locations and their role in offering a novel and affordable means of transportation in Reading, transforming the lives of its residents. This is the last of three talks in the Reading Heritage Talks Series.
Online Family History Advice Clinic
Are you just getting started in family history and wanting guidance as to how to proceed? Or are you stuck at a particular "brick wall" and need some help?
Drovers’ Roads in Oxfordshire and Beyond
Join writer Tim Healey for a talk on drovers', their lives, favourite pubs, wilderness paths they travelled and the tell-tale marks they left behind, including the stir they caused driving wild ponies through Abingdon.
Historical Newbury Walk Sold Out
This circular walk around Newbury will provide an insight into the fascinating history of the town, from its Norman foundations to present day. Its buildings tell the story of the town's economic foundation on the cloth trade and its importance as a stopping point in the two-day journey between London and Bath. Other important buildings include the 15th century St Nicolas Church. Â
An Introduction to Irish Family History Research
Irish ancestry research has the reputation of being tricky, but this talk will cover how you can get started with your Irish ancestral research.Â
Drop In Advice Session
Bring your questions, problems and ‘brickwalls’ … and get some new ideas and advice from members of the Berkshire Family History Society.
A Walk on the Thames Path Oxford – Pangbourne
This is a stunning section of the Thames as it meanders its way through the countryside and past villages and towns with particularly interesting histories.  Bill is a popular speaker to the Society and his journey along the Thames is richly illustrated with images. This is the last of three talks in the Winter Potpourri Talks Series.
Book Fair
If "history" is your thing - then come along and grab a bargain. We have lots of secondhand books covering social, family, local, military and transport history for sale. Plus we will also have some of our extensive bookshop of new books, maps and publications available to purchase, including our data CDs. The book fair lasts for three hours, and you'll be able to buy refreshments whilst you ponder your purchases.
April 2025
April Natter Group
Informal discussion group, facilitated by Chad Hanna and Gillian Stevens. Topics are chosen by the group on a monthly basis. End time varies. Free to attend, but pre-booking required.Â
Create an enduring family tree in YourTrees
Create a comprehensive enduring family tree, that is relevant to the digital generations, and store a copy on YourTrees. The workshop is aimed at those who have already saved versions of their tree(s) on YourTrees, those that are thinking of doing so, or wondering whether they should.Â
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