WOKINGHAM Town Hall was one of a number of locations open to visitors to a borough market town at the weekend.
As part of Heritage Open Day people were able to enjoy events and demonstrations taking place at Wokingham Library, All Saints Church, St Paul’s Church, and the Town Hall.
Lovers of history were able to learn about Wokingham’s heritage, skills and people at a range of stalls run by local experts.
Those wanting to take a peek behind bars at the Town Council building could step inside what used to be the local lock up, including town mayor Sally Gurney and new mini mayor Leah who took the opportunity for a selfie.
Upstairs, the Barkham Hookers demonstrated crochet techniques.
The group often contributes to significant local events with their post box toppers and decorative poppies.
North Downs Lacemakers gave people a chance to learn about one of Wokingham’s historic trades, while Brickies, from Holme Grange Craft Centre, brought enough Lego with them to build a Town Hall with assistance from construction fans young and old.
Local historian Jim Bell, and Wokingham Society, a group dedicated to the conservation of the town’s character and traditions, were on hand to shed light on the market town’s heritage.
Ruth D’Alessandro spoke about Berkshire’s first woman detective in the 1950s at Wokingham Library, while at St Paul’s Church Colin Weedon gave a talk about stained glass windows.
At All Saints Church, visitors were able to explore an exhibition of crafts, music, and poetry.
And those wishing for an aerial view of Wokingham could climb the steps to the top of All Saints tower.
“We’re very pleased that lots of families came to enjoy the events,” said a representative of the Town Hall.
“It was a very hot day, but it went very well, and appealed to all generations.”
For more information, visit: www.wokingham-tc.gov.uk/heritage
