A warm Bajan welcome in the heart of Reading
Founded to bring together people of every background and all ages, BAFA Reading creates opportunities to meet new friends, celebrate culture and stay connected with the local community.
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What We Do
Community, Culture and Connection
BAFA Reading supports the community through events, social activities, healthy living, cultural celebration, membership, news and useful information about Barbados and Barbadians in the UK.
Community News
Black History Month Event
Join us BAFA HEALTH AWARENESS PROGRAMME- Saturday, 17/10/2026 AGENDA 13:15 – 13:30 Meet and Greet 13:30 – 13:45 Welcome / Introduction 14:00 – 14:40 Pancreatic [...]
BAFA Award 2025
BAFA won the UK Barbados Organization of the Year Award
BAFA Receives Community Award
BAFA ended an exceptional year by receiving an award from the Barbados High Commission for its work in the community. The trophy was presented by Deputy High...
Barbados High Commissioner Visits Reading
On Saturday 28 February, the new Barbados High Commissioner, Mr Edmund Hinkson, visited Reading. He spent several hours at Dolphin's Restaurant speaking with...
BAFA’s First Cycle Ride of 2025
A group of BAFA members set off on the first circular bike ride of the year on Sunday 18 May 2025. The ride began outside the former Crowne Plaza Hotel on Ri...
Cianna’s Smile Community Support
Cianna's Smile continues to support children and families affected by sickle cell, raising awareness and creating a sense of community. With the support of l...
Barbados Exchange Rates
EUR€0.4448
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USD$0.5About Barbados
Discover Barbados—its culture, history, people and enduring connections with Reading.
BAFA in Pictures
Celebrating Our Community
Explore memorable moments from BAFA Reading events, activities and celebrations—bringing our community, culture and friendships to life.
Why get involved?
- Meet new friends in the local community
- Celebrate Barbados and Caribbean heritage
- Take part in social and cultural events
- Support a local charity
- Stay connected with BAFA news and activities
Town Twinning Heritage
Reading was twinned with Speightstown, Barbados in 2003, strengthening cultural ties between the communities.
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