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Nov 28, 2022 · Between the 1700 and 1800s, Reading became an important centre for business and trade and grew into a thriving market town. Its three most important business became known as the three Bs – standing for beer, bulbs and biscuits. The beer was made by Simonds Brewery (opened in 1785), the bulbs were grown by Sutton’s Seeds (established in 1837 ...
By 1525, Reading was the largest town in Berkshire, and tax returns show that Reading was the 10th largest town in England followed closely by Colchester and Leicester, based on taxable wealth. By 1611, Reading had a population of over 5000 and had grown rich on its trade in cloth, as instanced by the fortune made by local merchant John ...
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Mar 14, 2021 · 1879 Horse drawn trams begin running in Reading. 1884 A public library opens in Reading. 1889 The boundaries of Reading are enlarged. 1903 Electric trams begin running in Reading. 1909 The first cinema in Reading opens. 1920 The first council houses are built. 1926 Reading University opens. 1939 Trams in Reading cease running. 1941 41 people ...
Reading Central Library is a public library in the town of Reading, in the English county of Berkshire. History. From 1882, the main library was in Reading Town Hall. However, as early as World War I complaints were being made there was insufficient space for books and readers. It was only in 1982 that plans started being laid for a new central ...
The Royal Berkshire Archives holds many unique collections that allow you to explore the County's history, including its major towns such as Reading, Newbury and Windsor. You can discover how to find out about the history of your area, community, house or street. There are also pages on aspects of Berkshire life. Use the links to discover more ...
Jun 30, 2018 · Berkshire Family History Society works to meet the needs of those researching their ancestry across the UK and overseas – as well as those looking for former relatives in historic Berkshire. You do not need to be a member to benefit. The society offers: Research Zone in central Reading that is free to use and open to all
May 17, 2018 · Reading. Reading. County town of Berkshire, situated where the river Kennet joins the Thames. A small borough by 1086, it grew partly thanks to Henry I's foundation of a major Cluniac abbey (1121), where he was buried. The abbey dominated the town until the dissolution (1539), and not until 1542 did Reading become an autonomous borough.
