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A Celebration of University RAG Parades

A Celebration of University RAG Parades

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The Museum of English Rural Life in Reading will commemorate "A Celebration of University RAG Parades" on Saturday, 22 October 2026, at 10:00 AM. The event aims to retrace the historic route of the 1984 RAG Float Parade, providing an opportunity for a nostalgic journey through time with various performers joining in. Admission is free, ensuring that this event remains accessible to anyone interested in revisiting this cherished campus tradition. This celebration promises to be a vibrant and engaging day, bringing together fond memories and new experiences for all attendees.

Join us for a nostalgic walk as we retrace the 1984 RAG Float Parade route.

Walk leader - Terry’s Reading Walkabouts

3.5km | 2hrs 15 mins | wheelchair accessible

Join us for a nostalgic walk as we retrace the 1984 RAG Float Parade route – a vibrant celebration of creativity, community and charity. ‘Raising and Giving’ (RAG) has long been at the heart of Reading Students’ Union’s fundraising spirit. On this walk, we’ll pause at key points along the parade route to revisit the energy excitement of past RAG parades through photographs, stories and memories from the era.

Start and end: The Museum of English Rural Life, RG1 5EX

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Getting there: Bus 21 from the town centre, Kendrick Student Village stop then a short walk. If you are travelling by car, a parking permit to park on London Road Campus will be provided.

Chance to donate: Terry kindly invites you to make a donation of £5-£10 (adults) or £1-£2 (children over 5) for his three charities, Dingley's Promise and Green Health Thames Valley. Over the course of November, to mark Remembrance Sunday and Armistice Day, Terry will raise money for the Military Charity, SSAFA.

You must register for this walk to secure your place.

If you are feeling unwell or have any cold symptoms on the day, we kindly ask that you do not attend.

If you have any questions or need further information, please contact Molli Cleaver, University Community Engagement Manager – memories@reading.ac.uk.

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A Celebration of University RAG Parades takes place on Thursday, 22 October 2026 at 10:00.

A Celebration of University RAG Parades is held at The Museum of English Rural Life in Reading (6 Redlands Road, Reading, RG1 5EX).

Entry to A Celebration of University RAG Parades is free.

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