Reading

'Founded in 1871 ... The Society exists to explore, care and promote the Historic Environment of the past and present county of Berkshire. This will therefore also include those parts of Berkshire which became parts of other counties in 1974. The Historic Environment includes the archaeology, culture, history, and architecture of the county ... Everybody with an interest in archaeology is welcome to attend our meetings and join the Society. It does not matter whether your interest in archaeology is new found or long standing. The Society offers activities from regular lectures and outings to field projects and research.'

Member of the Berkshire Family History Society Grouping

Member of the Berkshire Family History Society Grouping

'We offer our members the chance to attend our regular events and outings and to receive our quarterly newsletter, as well as being able to share time and information with like-minded individuals. When required we undertake preservation and recording projects and work with local and countrywide bodies to protect our heritage.'

Member of the BCSS - 6 South East England Grouping

Member of the Christians in Science Grouping

Member of The Quilters' Guild Grouping

Member of the Historical Association Grouping

Member of the Inland Waterways Association Grouping

Member of the National Trust Support Grouping

Normally offer 'a range of events for members and the public ... including an annual course of lectures for new beekeepers, giving them the basic knowledge needed to set up a colony of bees in the Reading area, a mentoring service which pairs new beekeepers with experienced association members, online educational courses for more experienced beekeepers who want to develop and deepen their knowledge of bees through study, and evening lectures giving entertaining and useful insights into the art of beekeeping'.

Member of the British Association of Numismatic Societies Grouping

Member of the Embroidery Groups Grouping

Member of the RSPB - 6 South East England Grouping

Member of the Skeptics in the Pub Grouping

'The Object of the Society is to provide a common meeting ground for the study and discussion of, and research into, history in general, and of the local area in particular.'

Member of the Western Front Association Grouping

'With a membership of 80+ (and still growing) we believe that we are the biggest and best camera club in the Reading area of Berkshire. Our membership draws from many diverse backgrounds and age groups, including a strong female contingent. Whether you're interested in landscape photography, wildlife, still life, portraiture, sports photography or any of the other facets of this fascinating hobby, you will find them well represented at the W.H.C.C.'