St Michael Tilehurst - A Celebration of Creativity
Heritage Open Days 2023
Sat 9 Sep 10:00 – 16:00
A celebration of church bell ringing set in a beautiful and historic church, incorporating:
- An exhibition and sale of local arts and crafts
- Tours of the building and churchyard
St Michael’s is a beautiful and historic building, parts of which date back to the twelfth century. It was extensively remodelled in the mid-Victorian era by the church architect George Street, and amongst many other interesting features boasts a ring of 8 Bells, a fine Arts and Crafts stained glass window by William Morris and Edward Burne-Jones and the stunning Jacobean tomb of the merchant and royal jeweller Peter Vanlore.
As part of the Heritage Open Days programme, this stunning setting is opening its doors for a celebration of creativity, with an exhibition of pictures and craftworks produced by artists and designer-makers from Tilehurst and the surrounding area. There will also be self-guided tours of the church and an opportunity to explore the churchyard with its monuments to several notable Reading residents including the Blagrave family.
Refreshments will be available.
This event has already taken place.