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Festival to celebrate the community and heritage of Whitley
- Week-long programme of events including exhibitions, walks, talks and activities to bring the community together
- Free events and activities throughout the week for young, old, newcomers and life-long Whitley residents
New pedestrian bridge marks key milestone in theatre development
- A new walkway will allow step free access to the new Studio Theatre and The Hexagon
- Significant progress made on construction of new arts space which will attract a wider range of acts and be available for community use
Invitation to help create underpass mural
- Residents are being asked to share memories and positive messages about their local community
- An event at Granville underpass in October will give residents the opportunity help create a colourful mural
Help create a unique cultural landmark in Reading
- Residents invited to join free workshops throughout August to help paint a one-of-a-kind mural comprising cutting-edge solar panels
- The interactive Solar Mural will include lights, sound and sensors that respond to passers-by at New Directions College
Programme of improvement works approved for Caversham Court Gardens
- Works will include repairs and conservation work to several listed buildings and structures
- New oak double gates will be installed at the main entrance to replace those damaged in a car accident
£2.06m grant for essential upgrade to The Hexagon
- Arts Council England funding will enable essential works to ensure The Hexagon’s future sustainability and viability
- Audiences will benefit from more comfortable seating and improved accessibility for elderly and disabled customers
- Programme of works will dovetail with development of new Studio Theatre and Hexagon heating upgrade works
Get set for the Green Park Reading Half Marathon 2026
- One of the standout events on the UK race calendar returns to Reading on Sunday 22 March
- Residents encouraged to check for road closures and to plan ahead if travelling on race day
On your marks, get ready for the Reading Half Marathon
- Reading’s renowned half marathon returns on Sunday 23 March
- Residents encouraged to check for road closures and to plan ahead if travelling on race day
Reading reveals programme for Black History Month 2024
- Black History Month 2024 in Reading offers music, dance, and theatre events from 1-31 October.
- Many events low-cost or free of charge at venues across the Borough
Reading festival organisers working together on groundbreaking environmental initiative
- Reading taking part in important national Green Events Code of Practice pilot
- Organisers of Reading Festival, Readipop, East Reading Festival and Reading Pride among those attending local workshop