The silk industry existed in Reading for over 200 years, and employed over 500 people in the early 19th century. Yet nowadays few have heard of it. David’s interest in the subject stems from the fact that he grew up in Macclesfield, a town dominated by silk manufacture. He will describe the different processes involved in silk production, how the industry in Reading was run, some of the firms involved, and whereabouts they operated.
2.30 - 3.45pm
£5 (£4 Berks FHS members)
Either pre-book or pay at the door (subject to room)
For more details and to pre-book see: https://berksfhs.org/events/the-silk-industry-in-reading/?occurrence=2026-11-19
