Lectures / Seminars
Yuan Yang MP: Why Democracy Needs You
Join Yuan Yang MP in this public lecture on how your voice actually matters in democracy.
Friday 23 October 2026, 18:00-19:30
Workshops
Materials and Memories
An introduction to memoir writing for beginners.
Bookings closed. Event full.
Saturday 24 October 2026, 13:30-16:00
Black History Month Fete
Join us in the heart of Reading for our Black History Month Flagship Event – a vibrant community marketplace at Broad Street Mall.
Saturday 31 October 2026, 11:00-15:30
Lectures / Seminars
The Entente at the End: The Allied Experience of 1918
For the 2026 Armistice Lecture, Dr Chris Kempshall explores how British, French, and American soldiers viewed one another amid the successes and strains of the Allied war effort in 1918.
Tuesday 10 November 2026, 18:30-20:00
Lectures / Seminars
Supporting Boys and Young Men in a Changing World
Presented by the PACT Network and Male Allies UK: exploring how AI, social media and masculinity shape boys and young men’s futures.
Tuesday 10 November 2026, 19:00-20:30
Armistice Day
Staff, students and members of the local community are invited to mark Armistice Day at a brief service of memorial, where we will remember those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for their country as well as students and staff who have passed away over the last year.
Wednesday 11 November 2026, 10:45-11:05
Lectures / Seminars
More than words with Professor Federico Faloppa
Join Professor Federico Faloppa for an eye-opening look at the power of language to divide and unite.
Wednesday 18 November 2026, 19:00-20:30
Evening Screen and Q&A: Sparks, Parks, Halls and Balls
Join us for the evening film screening of our immersive play Sparks, Parks, Halls and Balls. Step back in time and experience the University of Reading's 100-year history like never before.
Friday 20 November 2026, 18:30-20:45
In Conversation with Laura Bates
Laura Bates discusses her ground breaking work on sexism in the digital age. She reflects on the evolution of the Everyday Sexism Project, the emerging threat of AI image-based violence against women and girls, and what real change looks like in tackling misogyny at scale.
Tuesday 24 November 2026, 19:00-20:30
Women's Lives - Past Present and Future
An interdisciplinary conference exploring women's experiences across history, contemporary society and future research agendas, Featuring a keynote address, research presentations, creative showcases and a panel discussion on sanctuary, migration and belonging.
Wednesday 25 November 2026, 09:30-17:00
Lectures / Seminars
The Celtic warrior with Professor Melanie Giles
The Department of Archaeology welcomes Professor Melanie Giles for the annual Richard Bradley Lecture.
Wednesday 25 November 2026, 18:00-19:00
Festivals
Winter Festival 2026
Join us for a magical evening of festive fun! Enjoy live music, our spectacular light switch-on, fun-filled workshops, face painting, reindeer, delicious food and drinks, and a charming Winter Market. There’s something for everyone to enjoy!
Thursday 26 November 2026, 17:30-20:00
Lectures / Seminars
Annual Cottingham Lecture 2026
Philosophy and its Past: A Canon or History?
Thursday 3 December 2026, 18:00-19:30
Tours
Centenary Heritage Tours
Discover our shared story and history together through the Centenary Heritage Tours
Thursday 19 February -Thursday 10 December 2026, 09:00-17:00
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