The Mayor of Reading's International Women's Day Fundraiser

Join the Mayor of Reading for a special evening celebrating International Women’s Day! This inspiring event will highlight the amazing contributions of women across different cultures and communities through a series of heartfelt talks and captivating performances.

This celebration was inspired by one of the Mayor’s chosen charities the Reading Community Learning Centre, who approached the Mayor to help shine a spotlight on women’s achievements while supporting two incredible local causes. The Reading Community Learning Centre works tirelessly to empower women and families from ethnic minority backgrounds in Reading, helping them thrive and connect in our community.

Proceeds from the evening will support the Mayor of Reading’s chosen charities, which he fundraises for throughout his Mayoral year.

Reading Community Learning Centre – Advocating for women and families in our town.
Reading Prostate Cancer Support Group – Supporting families affected by prostate cancer.

Let’s come together to celebrate, inspire, and make a difference. Whether you’re a long-time supporter of these causes or new to the conversation, this evening promises to be moving, uplifting, and a great way to celebrate the women who shape our world. We can’t wait to see you there!

Ticket info

Adults: £14.50
U12s: £7.50 

For Wheelchair bookings, please contact the Box Office on 0118 960 6060.

Notice is hereby given of the Annual General Meeting of the Barbados & Friends Association (Reading), to be held on Friday17 May 2024 7.35pm. 

Confirmed to be held at St Mark's Church Hall, Cranbury Road, Reading, RG30 2TA.

If you have the time and key skills that will add value to the BAFA committee please let us know ASAP. Email:  bafa_reading@hotmail.com

or 

If you would just like to become a member please let us know.

BAFA is a Registered Charity



BAFA Walking Group

Well done to all at yesterday's walk. Despite many detours, boggy fields, wet feet, climbing stiles, and swinging on gates, we enjoyed it with many tears of laughter. The walk took place on Saturday 30th March meeting at point 1 car park at 9:15am, the 5.1-km circular trail near Pangbourne, Berkshire. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 1 h 7 min to complete. This is a popular trail for hiking, running, and walking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The best times to visit this trail are March through October.

Dinton Pastures Country Park Walk on Saturday 24th February.

Hi All, It’s time for your monthly exercise with BAFA.

The BAFA Walking Group will be on the march again on Saturday 24th Feb 2024. We’ll be meeting at 9am in the car park in Dinton Pastures Woodley/Hurst RG10 0TH for a walk around the Lake(approx. 3miles).

The meeting point to start the walk is from the car park near the Café NOT the Aviation car park.

Please bring appropriate footwear as it will be off road walking (the paths might be muddy)

The car park is Park and Display@ £2.00 an hour (car share if you can).

Photo's of the recent BAFA Walk around Dinton Park - Stay tuned for the next health benefits experience with Heather Husbands in March. Date to follow.

Get to know this 5.3-km circular trail near Reading, Berkshire. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 1 h 8 min to complete. This is a popular trail for birding, hiking, and running, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day.

The BAFA team kicked off the Walking Group last Saturday with an enthusiastic group of ramblers. The group lead by Heather Husbands walked around the Historical Forbury ruins and along the picturesque River Thames. We’ll be out once a month so come and join us for the February walk.

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