Updated 'Vote 106' PART 1 Women of Reading Walkabout
With 2023 additions not in my book!
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Starting point is outside Talbot House, 55 Castle St, Reading RG1 7SN
A Special Updated 'Vote 106' Part 1 (2018 was the 100 year Anniversary of more UK people winning the right to vote, especially women) - Women of Reading - Walkabout - Guided Walk - later turned into my book & this is updated especially for 2024 with additions not in the book!!
If you want a signed copy of my book (£10), let me know beforehand please so I can bring with me.
Please arrive 10 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.
It will be easy walking (1+ mile) visiting places in Reading town centre associated with the several Famous/Not so Famous Women with some surprises for you.
It is planned to last about 2 hours including the walking and there will be time for discussion/Wash-up afterwards as I will finish at a place for a cuppa/lunch & loo.
NB PLEASE DON’T TURN UP BEFORE BOOKING IN VIA MY EVENTS Going TAB, Meta or EMAIL or BY RINGING ME ON 07505351517 - - and to receive more relevant information and if you have any questions.
Please bring a cash donation of £5-£10 per adult and £1 per child over 5. Proceeds will be split equally between my causes for the year. From 6 April 2024 - 5 April 2025 these are:
1st – Who are they – The Motor Neurone Disease (MND) Association is a charity that funds research work, improves care & support for people living with MND, their families & carers. Information, support, & resources are available centrally from the website www.mndassociation.org.
The Reading & West Berkshire branch of the MND Association is a team of compassionate volunteers dedicated to supporting local people & their families living with MND. Our area covers Hungerford, Newbury, Reading, Wokingham, Bracknell & all the areas in between.
What they do – In addition to the central services offered by the MND Association, local branch offers funding & help accessing support from other local organisations i.e. Statutory services. Plus to offer a friendly ear & the opportunity to talk to someone who understands your situation.
We also work to raise local awareness of MND, by organising and promoting events, and supporting our fundraisers. We produce and distribute a newsletter to our branch members
To find out more & to follow them on Facebook:- Reading & West Berkshire MND Association.
2nd – Who are they – ‘ABC to read’ – is an award-winning charity helping primary school children in Berkshire to read.
They are 2023 – ‘Pride of Reading’ – Charity of the Year winners!
In a diverse area like Berkshire there are many children who have trouble reading. ABC to read was set up in 2004 to find, train & support volunteers in primary schools across Berkshire. We help hundreds of children each year to enjoy reading & gain an essential skill for life.
Imagine if you couldn’t read the labels on your food, emails from your friends or the instructions for operating a Smart phone. Without literacy skills, children can easily grow into adults who are unable to lead happy, fulfilled lives & contribute to society. Plus, as children they may have low confidence & low esteem.
The trustees include head teachers & a variety of people from the community who help giving their time & expertise.
They help to transform the lives of children who are struggling to read at primary & secondary schools across Berkshire. Their volunteer reading mentors, work one-to-one with children to build their confidence & reading skills.
To find out more see – https://www.abctoread.org.uk/
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