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Alison Hilton
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January 20, 2013

Snow Update – Sunday 20th Jan

We’re open as usual, despite the weather, so please do come and see us! We’ll be opening at 2pm, but the…

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Alison Hilton
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January 19, 2013

Snow Update – Saturday 19th Jan

We’re open as usual, despite the weather, so please do come and see us! We’ll be here from 2-4:30pm. The…

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Alison Hilton
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January 18, 2013

SNOW UPDATE – Jan 18th, 12.15pm

Due to worsening weather conditions, the Museum and reading room will close at 4pm today. Reading room services may be…

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Alison Hilton
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Published Date
January 18, 2013

Snow update – Jan 18th, 11.25am

The Museum & Special Collections reading room are currently open as usual. Toddler Time will take place at 1pm as…

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Alison Hilton
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January 4, 2013

MERL Annual Review 2011-12

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Alison Hilton
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December 6, 2012

Minister contends that human intervention through partnership is the only way to protect countryside

Thanks to everyone who came to the MERL Annual Lecture last week to hear Richard Benyon speak on the future…

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Alison Hilton
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November 26, 2012

MERL Annual Lecture – The British Countryside in 2030

Richard Benyon, Newbury MP and Minister for the Natural Environment and Fisheries, will explore the issues surrounding the future of…

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Alison Hilton
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October 1, 2012

Press Release: Ladybird books – icons of British childhood – under the microscope at MERL

Members of the public are to be given a rare glimpse of original artwork from one of the hidden gems…

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Alison Hilton
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September 18, 2012

Press Release: University wins silverware at Royal Berkshire Show

Interactive exhibits, home-grown food and fun activities helped the University of Reading to win two top prizes at the Royal…