Social Care in Reading: the Middle Ages to 1900
A Talk by Mike Cooper
Hospitium to Workhouse via the Oracle
Our ancestors often fell on hard times. Although modern concepts of “welfare” might have been alien, from the Abbey to the creation of Battle Hospital, Reading did provide for housing, “relief” and care for its people. This talk discusses what was done, including the work of the Abbey, almshouses and the Corporation.
2 - 3.15pm
This is an online talk using Zoom technology. Pre-booking is required, because the event link will be sent in advance.
Image: Reproduced with permission from Mike Cooper.
About Berkshire Family History Society
This talk is organised by Berkshire Family History Society CIO, a registered charity number 1204390.
