The Day Reading was Bombed

Saturday 16 November 2024, 11am - 1.30pm

Venue: Window Gallery, Reading Museum

What:

Last year marked the 80th Anniversary of the “People’s Pantry” air raid in 1943, which left 41 people dead.

Local historian Mike Cooper will talk you through what happened that day and lead an object handling session.

From 12.30pm, Terry Dixon (Terry's Reading Walkabouts) will walk you around the locations affected in the town centre.

(spaces are limited, please book early to avoid disappointment)

Who:

All ages