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SUMMARY:My Town Centre Walkabout - Forbury Gardens\, Abbey\, Famous People & 5B's+2 Myths
DESCRIPTION:Hi All\, I’m conducting my first & still most popular Main Reading ‘Walkabout’ (Guided Walk)\, full of great History & Heritage & great stories! \n8 places gone already! \nNB 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. \nPLEASE ARRIVE 10mins EARLY for signing in & my safety brief etc.\nAccompanied children & good dogs on leads are welcome. \nPlease 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.\nProceeds from April 6th 2025 – April 5th 2026 – will go to 1st a main charity – ‘The Ways & Means Trust’ – A Great local Charity\, helping adults with learning or physical disabilities\, or mental health disabilities. They provide social and practical skills for independent living\, training\, socialisation and work experience opportunities to assist adults to lead rewarding lives\, realise their potential and to build their confidence.\nTheir objective is to bring a wider understanding of disability to everyone.\nThey provide a safe\, empathic environment where people may learn about the routines of work in preparation for a wider role. The benefit of this is a safe\, secure and friendly environment where people are able to make mistakes\, but learn and grow from them\, thereby gain confidence and the experience to take with them\, either into the workplace or at home or living in the community.\nIn addition to working with the individual\, they also include the person’s support network in all decisions\, providing the person gives us them authority; this might include parents\, carers\, social workers and or other government agencies. Their aim is always to deliver a ‘person-centred approach’\, thereby creating a comfortable\, non-judgmental environment which encourages each person to discover their own aptitude and skills. For more details\, please go to – https://www.waysandmeans.org.uk/what-we-do/ \nAnd – 2nd – main charity – ‘Camp Mohawk – Who are they – The Woodland Centre Trust CIO (registered charity number 1202580) operates a single facility\, Camp Mohawk. In their own words\, the charity exists to provide support for families who have a child\, or in many cases multiple children\, who have special needs. We have over 700 families who are actively using our services\, together with groups from special schools\, respite services and care facilities. We welcome over 1600 individual children and young people plus their parents / carers\, totalling over 17\,000 visitors a year. The families we support reside primarily in the South of the UK with the majority living within Berkshire and it’s surrounding counties but we do have significant numbers of families coming to us from as far afield as Southampton and South Wales.\nCamp Mohawk history goes back to the late 1970s\, being a day centre since the early 2000s with the current senior management team in place since 2006. It is situated in an area of woodland near Wargrave\, Berkshire. The 5-acre site gives the children and young people the opportunity to experience safe\, stimulating and fun activities in a natural environment they are often unable to access. The team of dedicated and experienced staff support our families in a variety of ways\, most significantly during their visits to the centre but also as they navigate the often complicated and time consuming systems of application for support at school\, financially and in other areas of their lives.\nWe run 2 main projects; Family Support and Short Breaks. Family Support offers facilities and activities to families on Saturdays in term time\, and 6 days per week during school holidays. Many of our families find it extremely difficult\, and in some cases impossible\, to attend mainstream or public activities\, parks\, leisure and play facilities. As with all families\, even if both parents are actively involved in caring for their children\, there will be significant periods of time when one parent is at work\, undertaking essential household duties\, or finding a bit of time to themselves\, leaving the other parent attempting to safeguard and occupy the children single handed which\, for many of our families\, is almost impossible. The ability to access our facilities with the support of our staff is therefore essential in giving families a safe\, fun\, positive and social activity option that provides for children of all ages and abilities on Saturdays and during school holidays.\nIf anyone would like any further information about them please do not hesitate to get in touch\, via https://www.campmohawk.org.uk/ \nFor more details about what my walkabouts offer please see my Reviews :-\nhttps://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/Attraction_Review-g186363… See less\nhttps://www.facebook.com/terrysreadingwalkabouts/reviews \nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/1095059776083436/
URL:https://readingwalkingtours.co.uk/event/reading-walk-2025-11-26-13/
LOCATION:The Three Guineas Pub\, Reading Railway Station\, Station Approach\, Reading\, Berkshire\, RG1 1LY\, United Kingdom
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ORGANIZER;CN="Terry Dixon":MAILTO:terry@readingwalkingtours.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251122T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251122T134500
DTSTAMP:20260417T154152
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SUMMARY:SOLD OUT Peoples Pantry (The Day Reading was bombed) Walkabout post Mike Coopers Talk Reading Museum
DESCRIPTION:Last year marked the 82nd Anniversary of the People’s Pantry air raid in 1943\, which left 41 people dead & many more injured. \nPrivate Dixon of Tilehurst Home guard – will lead this extra special walk around the locations affected in the town centre. \nNB BEFOREHAND & TO BE BOOKED VIA THIS LINK (ONLY) – Local historian Mike Cooper will talk you through what happened that day and lead an object handling session. https://www.readingmuseum.org.uk/local-history-walk-talk-day-reading-was-bombed-0 \nPlease arrive 10mins early for signing in and safety brief etc. \nPlease bring a cash donation of £5 or £10 per adult and £1-£2 per child over 5. \nProceeds will go to my 2025 Military Charity over the Remembrance period – Models for Heroes (M4H) is the first charitable organisation in the UK to support the use of model making hobbies within former and current Armed Forces and Emergency Service Personnel in the United Kingdom.\nResearch into the use of crafts as an intervention activity report an increased level of happiness and social inclusion.\nThe physical dexterity required to build the model kits challenges and promotes development of fine motor skill and there are many more anecdotal benefits. See for more details – https://www.modelsforheroes.org.uk/about-us/ \nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/773496091901661/
URL:https://readingwalkingtours.co.uk/event/reading-walk-2025-11-22-12/
LOCATION:Queen Victoria’s Statue\, Friar Street\, Reading\, Berkshire\, RG1 1DA\, United Kingdom
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ORGANIZER;CN="Terry Dixon":MAILTO:terry@readingwalkingtours.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251108T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251108T111500
DTSTAMP:20260417T154152
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SUMMARY:2025 Tilehurst Remembrance Walkabout special chance to experience my village in WW2 & much more!
DESCRIPTION:7 places booked (27/06/25) so far- do not leave too late to book! Please book early as it sold out last year!! \nPrivate Dixon of Tilehurst Home guard – will lead this extra special – nominal 75mins\, easy 1 mile walk on the flat passing important Buildings\, Places\, History\, Culture & the role of Women associated with Tilehurst in WW2\, with old photos & much more – finishing probably at the School Rd./Kentwood Hill (White House) Crossroads or before. \nPlease arrive 10mins early for signing in and safety brief etc. \nPlease bring a cash donation of £5 or £10 per adult and £1 per child over 5.  \nNB if possible we will observe the 11am – 2mins Silence at the Tilehurst War Memorial. \nSome free parking is available near the start or better still use ‘The Water Tower’ stop No 17 Bus that stops very nearby – NB The End of this Walk is 25 mins walk away from the start. \nNB PLEASE DON’T TURN UP BEFORE BOOKING IN VIA Clicking Going or terry.dixon89@virginmedia.com or Ringing me on 07505351517.  \nProceeds will go to my 2025 Military Charity – Remembrance period – Models for Heroes (M4H) is the first charitable organisation in the UK to support the use of model making hobbies within former and current Armed Forces and Emergency Service Personnel in the United Kingdom.\nResearch into the use of crafts as an intervention activity report an increased level of happiness and social inclusion.\nThe physical dexterity required to build the model kits challenges and promotes development of fine motor skill and there are many more anecdotal benefits. See for more details – https://www.modelsforheroes.org.uk/about-us/ \nFor more details about what my walkabouts offer please see my Reviews :- https://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/Attraction_Review-g186363-d11444988-Reviews-Terry_s_Reading_Walkabouts-Reading_Berkshire_England.html \nhttps://www.facebook.com/terrysreadingwalkabouts/reviews \nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/1242484797259213/
URL:https://readingwalkingtours.co.uk/event/reading-walk-2025-11-08-10/
LOCATION:Tilehurst Water Tower – Opposite side of the road nr The Water Tower Bus Stop\, RG31 4DR
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ORGANIZER;CN="Terry Dixon":MAILTO:terry@readingwalkingtours.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251107T173000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251107T193000
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SUMMARY:SOLD OUT Terry's 'Halloween\, Ghosts & Strange Goings On' Walkabout
DESCRIPTION:This very special collection of Ghost stories\, An amazing escape\, the truth about Halloween & its traditions\, buildings that have resident Ghosts\, ‘X files’ came to Reading\, potential myths and much more!! \n4 People are now booked as Going\, I will close it when It reaches about 20+ \nI encourage you to dress-up along the lines of the theme! \nNB PLEASE DON’T TURN UP BEFORE BOOKING IN BY RINGING ME ON 07505351517 or via this FB page and to receive more relevant information and if you have any questions. NB If you want more than 1 place you will need to Message or Email me. \nPlease turn up 10 mins early to allow for signing in & safety brief etc. \nPlease bring a cash donation of £5 or £10 per adult and £1-2 per child over 10.  \nProceeds will go to my Military – Remembrance period charity – Models for Heroes (M4H) is the first charitable organisation in the UK to support the use of model making hobbies within former and current Armed Forces and Emergency Service Personnel in the United Kingdom. \nResearch into the use of crafts as an intervention activity report an increased level of happiness and social inclusion. \nThe physical dexterity required to build the model kits challenges and promotes development of fine motor skill.  There are many more anecdotal benefits – more details available via this link – https://www.modelsforheroes.org.uk/ \nPlease help me raise funds for this Thatcham based wonderful small charity \nFor more details about what my walkabouts offer please see my Reviews :-\nhttps://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/Attraction_Review-g186363…\nhttps://www.facebook.com/terrysreadingwalkabouts/reviews \nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/1198446842043303/
URL:https://readingwalkingtours.co.uk/event/reading-walk-2025-11-07-17/
LOCATION:Queen Victoria’s Statue\, Friar Street\, Reading\, Berkshire\, RG1 1DA\, United Kingdom
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ORGANIZER;CN="Terry Dixon":MAILTO:terry@readingwalkingtours.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251024T173000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251024T193000
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SUMMARY:SOLD OUT Terry's 'Halloween\, Ghosts & Strange Goings On' Walkabout
DESCRIPTION:This very special collection of Ghost stories\, An amazing escape\, the truth about Halloween & its traditions\, buildings that have resident Ghosts\, ‘X files’ came to Reading\, potential myths and much more!! \n15 People are now booked as Going\, I will close it when It reaches about 20+ \nI encourage you to dress-up along the lines of the theme! \nNB PLEASE DON’T TURN UP BEFORE BOOKING IN BY RINGING ME ON 07505351517 or via this FB page and to receive more relevant information and if you have any questions. NB If you want more than 1 place you will need to Message or Email me. \nPlease turn up 10 mins early to allow for signing in & safety brief etc. \nPlease bring a cash donation of £5 or £10 per adult and £1-2 per child over 10.  \nProceeds will go to my Military – Remembrance period charity – Models for Heroes (M4H) is the first charitable organisation in the UK to support the use of model making hobbies within former and current Armed Forces and Emergency Service Personnel in the United Kingdom. \nResearch into the use of crafts as an intervention activity report an increased level of happiness and social inclusion. \nThe physical dexterity required to build the model kits challenges and promotes development of fine motor skill.  There are many more anecdotal benefits – more details available via this link – https://www.modelsforheroes.org.uk/ \nPlease help me raise funds for this Thatcham based wonderful small charity \nFor more details about what my walkabouts offer please see my Reviews :-\nhttps://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/Attraction_Review-g186363…\nhttps://www.facebook.com/terrysreadingwalkabouts/reviews \nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/3954786118166124/
URL:https://readingwalkingtours.co.uk/event/reading-walk-2025-10-24-17/
LOCATION:Queen Victoria’s Statue\, Friar Street\, Reading\, Berkshire\, RG1 1DA\, United Kingdom
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ORGANIZER;CN="Terry Dixon":MAILTO:terry@readingwalkingtours.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251023T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251023T123000
DTSTAMP:20260417T154152
CREATED:20250606T220125Z
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SUMMARY:SOLD OUT Original Huntley & Palmers 200th Anniversary Walkabout - My Biscuit Town story & much more!
DESCRIPTION:6 places booked (27/06/25) so far- do not leave too late to book! \nMy Very Popular Huntley & Palmers (H&P) 200th Anniversary jaunt\, tells a Biscuit Themed story from Roman times to the Present\, features the H&P people\, their massive influence & service to Reading\, Biscuits\, Factory\, Buildings\, Generosity\, Legacy  & so much more – with a place at the end for Biscuits & Cuppa. NB End point is 1 mile from start point. \nGood news – We finish at the MERL (Museum of English Life) for Tea/Coffee & Biscuit or other refreshments at the end. If this is not available\, we will go to the UoR dairy\, next door \nPlease arrive 5 mins early for signing in etc.). Please Message me ring me on 07505351517 if you have any questions or wish to book more than 1 place. \nNB PLEASE DON’T TURN UP without BOOKING\, using the Click to going or RING ME ON 07505351517 if you have any questions or wish to book more than 1 place. \nPlease make cash donation of £5 or £10 per adult & £1 – £2 per child over 5. Proceeds will be split equally between my causes for the year. From 6 April 2025 – 5 April 2026 these are:\n1st a main charity – ‘The Ways & Means Trust’ – A Great local Charity\, helping adults with learning or physical disabilities\, or mental health disabilities. They provide social and practical skills for independent living\, training\, socialisation and work experience opportunities to assist adults to lead rewarding lives\, realise their potential and to build their confidence.\nTheir objective is to bring a wider understanding of disability to everyone.\nThey provide a safe\, empathic environment where people may learn about the routines of work in preparation for a wider role. The benefit of this is a safe\, secure and friendly environment where people are able to make mistakes\, but learn and grow from them\, thereby gain confidence and the experience to take with them\, either into the workplace or at home or living in the community.\nIn addition to working with the individual\, they also include the person’s support network in all decisions\, providing the person gives us them authority; this might include parents\, carers\, social workers and or other government agencies. Their aim is always to deliver a ‘person-centred approach’\, thereby creating a comfortable\, non-judgmental environment which encourages each person to discover their own aptitude and skills. For more details\, please go to – https://www.waysandmeans.org.uk/what-we-do/\n2nd – main charity – ‘Camp Mohawk – Who are they – The Woodland Centre Trust CIO (registered charity number 1202580) operates a single facility\, Camp Mohawk. In their own words\, the charity exists to provide support for families who have a child\, or in many cases multiple children\, who have special needs. We have over 700 families who are actively using our services\, together with groups from special schools\, respite services and care facilities. We welcome over 1600 individual children and young people plus their parents / carers\, totalling over 17\,000 visitors a year. The families we support reside primarily in the South of the UK with the majority living within Berkshire and it’s surrounding counties but we do have significant numbers of families coming to us from as far afield as Southampton and South Wales.\nIf anyone would like any further information about them please do not hesitate to get in touch\, via https://www.campmohawk.org.uk/ Also\nFor more details about what my walkabouts offer please see my Reviews :-\nhttps://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/Attraction_Review-g186363…\nhttps://www.facebook.com/terrysreadingwalkabouts/reviews \nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/1733132174749123/
URL:https://readingwalkingtours.co.uk/event/reading-walk-2025-08-21-10/
LOCATION:Queen Victoria’s Statue\, Friar Street\, Reading\, Berkshire\, RG1 1DA\, United Kingdom
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ORGANIZER;CN="Terry Dixon":MAILTO:terry@readingwalkingtours.co.uk
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