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June 2026
Forbury Gardens, Reading
Forbury Gardens is a much-loved part of Reading and has been the backdrop to many important events in the town, from at least 871 when the Danes camped there. Now listed as Grade II in the English Heritage Register of Historic Parks and Gardens it has many hidden stories to tell.
A History of Tilehurst
Discover Tilehurst's place in history, its community and how local events have changed it.
World War One Army Records
Did your ancestor serve in World War I?, then this workshop will help. This workshop will look at what sort of records are available from medal rolls to operational records and where they are to be found, as well as how to interpret them.
Tour of Family Research Centre Sold Out
Join us for a FREE tour of Berkshire Family History Society's new Family Research Centre. Pre-booking required.
Tour of Family Research Centre Sold Out
Join us for a FREE tour of Berkshire Family History Society's new Family Research Centre. Pre-booking required.
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.
Women, the Home and Spanish Flu in the Great War
An online branch meeting and talk for family historians, exploring the vital role of women and the impact of Spanish Flu during the Great War.
July 2026
Education c.1860 – c.1914
Discover how the provision for education for our English ancestors was transformed between 1860 and the start of the First World War in this two hour workshop.
Tour of Family Research Centre Sold Out
Join us for a FREE tour of Berkshire Family History Society's new Family Research Centre. Pre-booking required.
Special Interest DNA Group – July
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.
Face-to-Face Family History Advice Clinic
Just beginning your family history research and need some advice? 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
July Natter Group
Informal discussion group for members of Berks FHS, 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.
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.
Britain Listening – How Bletchley Park helped win World War 2
Bletchley Park played a key part in the allied victory over the Axis Powers during World War 2. Yet only recently has its true story been able to be told. This four week course covers the work done there and the people who did it. It will also look at how Bletchley fitted into British intelligence and worked alongside organisations such as SOE, MI6 and the American OSS.
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.
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