Crossing the Thames at Caversham
South Street, Caversham, Reading, Berkshire, RG4 8HY
The current Caversham Bridge will celebrate its centenary in 2026. The bridge is at an established crossing point and replaced earlier bridges dating back to the 13th century. The crossing was of national importance, receiving support from Kings and Queens and often a source of conflict. Crossing in Lower Caversham was always more difficult with a treacherous foot crossing. The final solution after the boundary change in 1911, was to create a new crossing point, Reading Bridge, using new materials and techniques to create what was in 1923 the longest single span in the UK. The Caversham and District Residents Association (CADRA) has amassed a wealth of material and images over a series of heritage projects. Helen Lambert, CADRA President, will draw from these images to tell the story of the two bridges.
This is the first of three talks in the church that afternoon as part of the Heritage Open Days program for 2025. Donations towards the cost of the venue would be welcome. Some local publications will be available for sale by cash or card.
Timings & Tours
- Saturday 13 September:
- 13.30
Location & directions
South Street, Caversham, Reading, Berkshire, RG4 8HY
- Directions:
- The Church is on the mini roundabout at the junction of Church Street, Prospect Street, Gosbrook Road and South Street.
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking required
- Booking conditions:
- Please book through Eventbrite
- Booking website:
- https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/crossing-the-thames-at-caversham-tickets-1431318224339
- Booking opens:
- 02 Jul 2025 12:00 AM
- Booking closes:
- 11 Sep 2025 12:00 AM
Accessibility details
Free parking is available behind Waitrose Supermarket for a maximum of 90 minutes. The further section of the car park (towards Iceland Supermarket) is maximum 3 hours and camera controlled.
Additional information
The talk follows a period from 12noon to 1pm for visits and tours of the church which was built by Alfred Waterhouse. It is the first of three talks in the church that afternoon as part of the Heritage Open Days program for 2025. Please book each talk separately. Donations towards the cost of the venue would be welcome by cash or card. Some local publications will be available for sale by cash or card.
- Max no of people per tour:
- 100
- Est. tour duration:
- 0 hour(s) 50 minute(s)
