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The Dark Legacy of Amelia Dwyer: Uncovering Reading's Victorian Baby Farming Horror

Aug 31, 2026

The chilling history of 'baby farming' in the Victorian era and the notorious case of Amelia Dwyer, Reading's most infamous historical mass murderer.

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Miller & Carter at Oracle Riverside

Sep 01, 2026

What did the USA ever do for us ? After a 60th birthday bash we review the Miller & Carter steak house at Oracle Riverside.

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Lebanese Village in Caversham

Sep 01, 2026

We found the food at Lebanese Village in Caversham, a bustling spot serving generous mezze and grilled meats, a bit unexpected.

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Queer Reading: from Victorian penal regimes to the celebration of Pride

Sep 01, 2026

Explore Reading's rich LGBTQ+ history, tracing the journey from Oscar Wilde's imprisonment in Reading Gaol to the vibrant advocacy that will come to …

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Caversham: From Saxon Settlement to Modern Suburb

Sep 01, 2026

Discover the fascinating history of Caversham, from its Anglo-Saxon roots and medieval religious pilgrimage site to its eventual 20th-century merger …

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See Bayeux Tapestry Without A Ticket

Aug 01, 2026

While the world fights for British Museum tickets, a stunning, century-old replica of the Bayeux Tapestry awaits discovery in Reading. Learn the stor…

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Cozze

Aug 01, 2026

From the formal ristorante to the rustic osteria, discover the cultural nuances of Italian eating establishments and how they differ from the Italian…

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How Beer Drinking Helps Men’s Health

Aug 01, 2026

For over 15 years, the Twyford Beer Festival has been raising funds for the cancer charity Orchid in support of men’s health.

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The Town That Measures The Weather

Aug 01, 2026

As hosepipe bans sweep the Thames Valley during another brutal heatwave, discover how Reading became the beating heart of British climate science and…

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Angelo’s On Station Hill

Aug 01, 2026

Renowned restaurateur Angelo Colao brings his culinary expertise to Reading's Station Hill. We review the authentic Italian menu, signature pasta dis…

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The Botanist

Jul 01, 2026

Is local dining becoming a soulless experience dominated by corporate formulas? We review The Botanist to see if their food matches the price tag or …

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Happy Panda

Jul 01, 2026

Why are children becoming increasingly selective with food? From historical shifts in Western parenting to cultural dining practices in Japan and Chi…

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Progress Theatre Transforms Hamlet into Steampunk Tragedy at Reading Abbey Ruins

Jul 01, 2026

Experience Shakespeare’s Hamlet like never before as Progress Theatre brings a fast-paced, steampunk-inspired adaptation to the historic Reading Abbe…

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