The county town of Berkshire, at the confluence of the Rivers Thames and Kennet.
A university town and cultural centre, Reading has been traditionally associated with the brewing, baking and the seed growing business.
Today it is a commercial centre hosting the headquarters of a number of major companies.
The small US-style diner that gave rise to a national network of roadside restaurants.
Location
Oxford Road, Reading. (Probably close to Winslet Place, about two miles north west of the town centre.)
Date
1958 – ?
The company that began the modern British special and kit car movement.
Location
Bucklers, 67 Caversham Road, Reading.
Date
1947 - 1961.
