Berkshire
Properties and events in Berkshire
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Afternoon tea with Teddy at St Laurence Church, Upton Slough
A Teddy Bear picnic and tea party hosted within the grounds of a grade I listed church.
All Saints, Boyne Hill, Maidenhead - A George Edmund Street church and parochial buildings masterpiece
A listed Victorian neo-gothic church, spire and parish buildings uniquely set around an enclosed quadrangle. Black and red bricks on the exterior and very colourfully decorated internally with beautiful stained glass windows and stone carving.
All Saints' church Ascot Heath
This beautiful church was designed by T H Rushforth and built in 1864 of red brick and Portland stone It is a fine example of neo gothic architecture and situated near the roundabout on the A329( London Road) and Windsor Road ( A332).
AudaTours Reading Audio Tour: Biscuit Town
A self-guided audio tour of Reading, exploring the Huntley & Palmers biscuit workers, brewers and clerks who built Reading.
Basildon Park
Visit Basildon Park for free from Monday 14 - Friday 18 September 2026. As part of Heritage Open Days the whole site, including the house, garden and parkland, will be free to access.
Behind the Garden Wall - Gardeners' tales from Caversham Court
Head for the vinery for stories about those who toiled in the gardens of Caversham Court, growing food and flowers for the household and winning prizes at horticultural shows. Look into the former kitchen garden with its 18th century yew hedge.
Behind the Scenes tour of the Royal Berkshire Archives
Discover more about what we do on a FREE behind the scenes tour of the Royal Berkshire Archives.
Berkshire Heritage
Come and visit the Family Research Centre in the old dairy building, now the home of Berkshire Family History Society and see a display of everyday lives in Berkshire.
Big Battlefield Walks Weekends - Battle of Newbury I 1643
A chance to learn about this important English Civil War battle.
Brock Keep
Come and see the current exhibition and join tours around the historic former armoury and gatehouse which is home to artist studios and a contemporary art gallery.
Caversham Road: An area shaped by Victorian aesthetics and innovation
A guided walk around a Victorian townscape that still has many traces of its rich industrial past as well as plenty of original architectural features.
Celebrating 100 Years: University of Reading Museums and Collections
A unique chance to view pop-up displays of items from the University of Reading’s Special Collections and Art Collections, housed at The MERL.
Cookham Celebrates - 1000+ years of Holy Trinity Church in the heart of the village
Our church of Holy Trinity exists because of the 1000s of villagers who have loved it through the centuries. Their stories are written in the stones and this year we celebrate them and tell their stories.
Decontamination Suite, Greenham Air Base
Take a guided tour of the Cold War Decontamination Suite at the former US Airbase. This rare opportunity offers access to a normally closed part of the site, with knowledgeable guides sharing the history and stories behind this unique building.
Donnington Castle Gate House Guided Tours
Join our expert volunteers for an exclusive tour of this fascinating site and its magnificent gatehouse
Everyday Histories at All Saints Church
An exhibition and guided tours on the tradespeople at All Saints Church over the years, including their lives, histories, and crafted contributions to the church.
Everyday Histories: The Ukrainian Community in Reading
Did you know that Ukrainians have been living in Reading since the 1950s? - Join us between 12 – 4 pm to explore the centre - Hear a special talk at 1 pm on the history of the Ukrainian community - Try delicious food
Exploring the Architecture of Georgian Reading
A walking tour of Reading's extensive Georgian architecture led by Dr Stephen Gage, Lecturer in Architecture at University of Reading. Reading has over 400 listed buildings from the Georgian period, representing a substantial part of its built heritage.
Festival Evensong
Festival Evensong with refreshments afterwards.
Green Park Wind Turbine Tour
See the iconic Green Park Wind Turbine up close and benefit from one of our expert tours.