My Town Centre Walkabout - Forbury Gardens, Abbey, Famous People & 5B's+2 Myths
2026-07-03 12:30 - 14:45 (Europe/London) | The Three Guineas Pub, Reading Railway Station, Station Approach, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 1LY, United Kingdom
Wow, 9 booked already, it might sell out!
Hi All, I’m conducting my first & still most popular Main Reading ‘Walkabout’ (Guided Walk), full of great History & Heritage & great stories!
NB PLEASE DON’T TURN UP BEFORE BOOKING IN BY BY CLICKING AS ‘GOING’ OR BY MESSAGING or RINGING ME ON 07505351517 and to receive more relevant information and if you have any questions, or wish to book more than 1 place.
PLEASE ARRIVE 10mins EARLY for signing in & my safety brief etc.
Accompanied children & good dogs on leads are welcome.
Please bring a cash donation of £5 to £10 per adult and £1 per child over 5. Proceeds will be split equally between my causes for the year.
Proceeds from April 6th 2026 – April 5th 2027 – will go equally to 1st a main charity – Dingley’s Promise (DP) – They strive to provide the best start for every child.
We support children in the early years with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) to achieve their full potential.
This Year I’m for the 1st year ever, I will be doing a few Special DP Walkabouts based on there history etc. They were formed in Reading at Battle Hospital, became a charity and are starting to spread around the country, starting in the South with 12 Centre & their HQ is in Newbury. More details at – https://dingley.org.uk/about-us/
2nd a main charity – Green Health – They are a mental health charity that work with adults in a number of ways. Members may start with one-to-one teaching, and if comfortable, may then graduate to small groups, usually containing a maximum of 4 people. Our Therapeutic Horticulture Lead teaches horticulture skills at a pace that suits the individual. I have known Charlotte for several years and we have made all sorts of donations to them, from gardening equipment to a wishing well when we downsized. They refurbished it as a project & it stands in there garden. Based in Whitley, Reading – https://greenhealththamesvalley.org.uk/what-we-do/
For more details about what my walkabouts offer please see my Reviews :-
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https://www.facebook.com/terrysreadingwalkabouts/reviews
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Back by demand - Castle Hill, Old & New Coley Heritage Walkabout
2026-07-23 10:00 - 12:20 | Junction of Castle Hill & Coley Place, Coley Place, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 7ST, United Kingdom
NB Graham Turner who know the area very well will be joining us
9 people booked in already – 09/05/26
We will explore the history of Castle Hill, Old and New Coley over 150 years. I Will show images of the area as it was. Do you know there a Whitbread pop-up Pub was & what about where the Coley steps? Illustrations will be used to explain the history and the changes to the area (from Mansions to courts), the lost industries, people and some fascinating facts.
The tour will last approximately 2.15 hours, with a few short inclines & descents.
The tour is close to Reading Town centre. We meet at bottom of Castle Hill (junction with Coley Place) and will finish on Castle Hill junction with Field Road.
The tour will depart at 10.00am sharp but please arrive by 10 for a Safety brief, etc. There are no loos on the route.
Please bring a cash donation of £5 to £10 per adult and £1 per child over 5.
Proceeds from April 6th 2026 – April 5th 2027 – will go equally to
1st a main charity – Dingley’s Promise (DP) – They strive to provide the best start for every child.
We support children in the early years with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) to achieve their full potential.
This Year I’m for the 1st year ever, I will be doing a few Special DP Walkabouts based on there history etc. They were formed in Reading at Battle Hospital, became a charity and are starting to spread around the country, starting in the South with 12 Centre & their HQ is in Newbury. More details at – https://dingley.org.uk/about-us/
2nd a main charity – Green Health – They are a mental health charity that work with adults in a number of ways. Members may start with one-to-one teaching, and if comfortable, may then graduate to small groups, usually containing a maximum of 4 people. Our Therapeutic Horticulture Lead teaches horticulture skills at a pace that suits the individual. I have known Charlotte for several years and we have made all sorts of donations to them, from gardening equipment to a wishing well when we downsized. They refurbished it as a project & it stands in there garden. Based in Whitley, Reading – https://greenhealththamesvalley.org.uk/what-we-do/
For more details about what my walkabouts offer please see my Reviews on Tripadvisor, This Facebook page or Google.
https://www.facebook.com/events/2096085064506389/

NEW The Wonderful walk story of Reading's Dingley's Promise (DP) Charity from beginnings to now!
2026-07-30 10:00 - 12:15
I’m conducting this new Walkabout! This illustrated jaunt will take us from the very early days, through evolution to creating the charity which started in Reading & is now flowing out around the country.
We end up at the Dingley’s Promise – Kennet Walk Center for a cuppa, cake, loos, a chat & to find out more about DP!
NB PLEASE DON’T TURN UP BEFORE BOOKING IN BY BY CLICKING AS ‘GOING’ OR BY MESSAGING or RINGING ME ON 07505351517 and to receive more relevant information and if you have any questions, or wish to book more than 1 place.
PLEASE ARRIVE 10mins EARLY for signing in & my safety brief etc.
Accompanied children & good dogs on leads are welcome.
Please bring a cash donation of £5 to £10 per adult and £1 per child over 5. Proceeds will Dingley’s Promise (DP) – They strive to provide the best start for every child.
We support children in the early years with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) to achieve their full potential.
This Year for the 1st year ever, I will be leading a few Special DP Walkabouts based on there history etc. They were formed in Reading at Battle Hospital, became a charity and are starting to spread around the country, starting in the South with 12 Center & their HQ is in Newbury. More details at – https://dingley.org.uk/about-us/
Light Refreshments will be available at the end.
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