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Bradfield Historical Society

The local historical society of Bradfield Berkshire

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DORCAS WARD. MA (Cantab)

3 May 202529 November 2025 bradfieldhistoricalsociety.org
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The Crofton Pumping Station on the Kennet and Avon Canal by Jonathan Willis

19 October 202419 October 2024 bradfieldhistoricalsociety.org
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The Nabobs of Berkshire by Clive Williams OBE

19 October 202419 October 2024 John Bishop
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Shaw House – Speaker: Sarah Somerville

19 October 202419 October 2024 John Bishop
visit to Pendon: 8th July 2024
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visit to Pendon: 8th July 2024

9 July 20249 July 2024 bradfieldhistoricalsociety.org
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The History of the Falkland War by Brigadier Colin Tadier and Professor Martin Parsons.

26 November 202316 April 2024 bradfieldhistoricalsociety.org
Past Events

30th June 2025: History of Reading School

25 May 202512 July 2025 bradfieldhistoricalsociety.org

History of Reading School – its 900th Anniversary year Speakers: Ken Brown & Chris Widdows Monday 30th June 2025 (Doors open from 7:00pm) Reading School

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2nd November 2026 – A Fascinating insight into English Rural Life in the Medieval Period

13 January 202613 January 2026 bradfieldhistoricalsociety.org

A Fascinating Insight intoEnglish Rural Life in theMedieval Period Speaker: Barnaby Bucknall Monday 2nd November 2026 (Doors open from 7:00pm) Barnaby is a graduate of

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28th september 2026 – The history of Beekeeping

13 January 202613 January 2026 bradfieldhistoricalsociety.org

The history of Beekeeping Speaker: Adrian Doyle Monday 28th september 2026 (Doors open from 7:00pm) Adrian has been Chair of Newbury DistrictBeekeepers and runs a

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29th June 2026 – More than Beer, Bulbs and biscuits – Reading’s other Industries

13 January 202613 January 2026 bradfieldhistoricalsociety.org

More than Beer, Bulbs andBiscuits – Reading’s OtherIndustries Speaker: Jo alexander-Jones Monday 29th June 2026 (Doors open from 7:00pm) Jo is the Secretary and Newsletter

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27th April 2026 – Ignored, undervalued and overlooked: woman’s contributions to science engineering and medicine

13 January 202613 January 2026 bradfieldhistoricalsociety.org

Ignored, undervalued andoverlooked: women’scontributions to science,engineering and medicine. Speaker: Chris Curry Monday 27th April 2026 (Doors open from 7:00pm) This presentation will look at women’saccomplishments

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23rd Februrary 2026 – Dispelling the myth of the sinking of the titanic

13 January 202613 January 2026 bradfieldhistoricalsociety.org

Dispelling the myths of thesinking of the Titanic Speaker: Tim Maltin Monday 23rd Februrary 2026 (Doors open from 7:00pm) Since its sinking in 1912, dozens

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03rd November 2025 – Not all Beer and skittles

26 October 202529 November 2025 bradfieldhistoricalsociety.org

Not all Beer and Skittles Speaker: Sue Ellis Monday 3rd November 2025 (Doors open from 7:00pm) The British love their pubs and history suggests our

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29th September 2025 – The swing riots

12 July 202526 October 2025 bradfieldhistoricalsociety.org

The swing riots – With a local focus Speaker: Dr David Peacock Monday 29th September 2025 (Doors open from 7:00pm) The Swing Riots were an

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DORCAS WARD. MA (Cantab)

3 May 202529 November 2025 bradfieldhistoricalsociety.org

At our April meeting Dorcas Ward MA (Cantab.) was installed as Honorary President of the Bradfield Historical Society. Born and raised in Copyhold Farm next

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28th April 2025: My life as a Cold War spy

26 February 202525 May 2025 bradfieldhistoricalsociety.org

My life as a Cold War spy Speaker: Major general (retd) peter Williams Monday 28th April 2025 (Doors open from 7:00pm) Bradfield Cricket Club Pavilion,

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About The Bradfield Historical Society

The Bradfield Historical Society is a local organization in West Berkshire that gathers five times a year at the Bradfield Southend Cricket Pavilion. Join us for engaging talks by guest speakers, delving into the captivating history of Bradfield and the local village, or even further afield. No membership required; simply turn up with a suggested donation of £4 which can be paid with cash or card. Explore the remarkable stories that have shaped our area and be a part of preserving our community's heritage.

About Us

Click here to find out more about the Committee Members who run the Bradfield Historical Society.

To contact us, you can call Gordon Patterson on 07764 476361, or email info@bradfieldhistoricalsociety.org.

History of Bradfield

Click here to read a Brief History of Bradfield

How To Find Us

We are located in the Bradfield Southend Cricket Pavilion

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