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Fun-packed half-term for families this October
- Free and low-cost activities on offer this October half-term across Reading
- Theatres, crafts, arts and activities to keep the kids entertained
- Rediscover Rhymetimes at Reading Libraries
Christchurch Bridge to light up to mark programme of national awareness and remembrance events
- Christchurch Bridge's in-built lighting system will be used to mark a range of national awareness days and remembrance events
- Reading Pride this weekend will see the bridge light up in Pride colours as part of the celebrations
- Local charities and community groups will soon be invited to apply for additional slots
Countdown to Celebrating 900 Years of Reading Abbey at Water Fest
- Reading Water Fest takes place on Saturday 19 June 2021, between 11am and 5pm
- The free ticketed festival will celebrate the 900th anniversary of Reading Abbey
- The Hugh Faringdon carving will be unveiled on the Abbey Gateway at 11am
- Stringent measures will be in place to ensure the event operates within current Covid guidelines
Reading High Street Awarded £85K for Cultural Programme
- Further £85k funding announced for Reading’s historic high streets
- The investment will allow for a three-year programme of cultural activities
Artists announced for commemoration of Reading Abbey’s 900th Anniversary
- Reading based creative groups Berzerk Productions, StrikeUp, and Ma Bessie have been commissioned to create digital art pieces
- The digital events will be released in the lead-up to the Water Fest, the flagship celebration event to mark the 900th anniversary of Reading Abbey on Saturday 19th June
- The commissioned artists will have a share of the £10,000 funding pot, provided by the Culture Recovery Fund for Heritage
Thames Archives Reveal 250 Years of the River’s History
- New online exhibition, ‘Where Smooth Waters Glide’ launching on Friday 7 May.
- Thames Conservancy archive highlights 250 years of lock building, pollution and flood management
Southcote Library Reopens Next Week
- Southcote Library is now due to reopen next Tuesday, initially for 3 hours per week, from 1-4 pm
- Palmer Park Library to reopen later in May
Celebration Date Announced for 900th Anniversary of Reading Abbey at Water Fest
- Reading Water Fest will take place on Saturday 19 June 2021, between 11am and 5pm
- The free festival will celebrate the 900th anniversary of Reading Abbey
- Stringent measures will be in place to ensure the event operates within current Covid guidelines
Further £487K Lifeline Grant to Support Reading’s Cultural Recovery
- Reading among more than 2,700 recipients to benefit from the latest round of awards from the £1.57 billion Culture Recovery Fund
- This award will significantly contribute to the service’s preparations for reopening
Battle Library Reopens Next Week
- Battle library due to reopen next week from Tuesday 6 April
- The Council will look to continue the planned phase of reopening of wider library services over the coming months
Reading Choirs, Musicians and Singers Invited to Raise Their Voices for Virtual Let’s Sing 2021
- Mayor’s annual singing competition moves online for 2021
- For the first time, extended to the talent competition is all musicians and singers
Hugh Faringdon Announced as the Winning Choice for Abbey Head Carving
- Abbot Hugh received 40% of the vote
- The carving will be unveiled in June 2021 to mark the Abbey’s 900th anniversary