Little Egg Crafts
Location: Pink zone, Palmer Quad
Little Egg Crafts creates handmade amigurumi and crochet pieces inspired by Hongkonger culture, heritage, and the things they love.
Founded by two best friends, this small business is a passion project turned creative space connecting with the East and South East Asian community.
Lloyds Level Up
Location: Pink zone, Palmer Quad
Drop by for bite‑sized, practical support on managing your money. Visit our interactive stand, share an anonymous money confession and see you’re not alone when it comes to finances.
Friendly branch colleagues will be on hand for real support and everyday money questions — no jargon, no sales pitch.
Miss Sparkles Facepainting
Location: Green zone, Meadow Grounds
Celebrate our Centenary Community Festival with a touch of magic from Miss Sparkles!
Come along and enjoy free face painting for all ages – adding colour and fun to your day.
NHS Blood and Transplant
Location: Green zone, Meadow
Two minutes now can save up to nine lives – it’s the best thing you'll do today. Sign up to the organ donor register.
Parenting Special Children
Location: Orange zone, Reading Students' Union
Parenting Special Children was founded in 2006 by Ruth Pearse, CEO and founder and parent of neurodivergent children.
The charity was set up to help other parents/carers navigate the world of SEND at a time when there was little known support for families.
Since then, PSC has grown steadily from one person to a team of over 40 with a wide range of specialist knowledge and lived experience who offer a variety of services to over 2,500 families across Berkshire each year.
Reading Ancient Schoolroom
Location: Green Zone, Meadow
Here you can discover what ancient Roman schoolwork was like. You can try reading, writing and arithmetic as they were done two thousand years ago, using handmade replicas of ancient equipment. You can also learn to make your own Roman pens and ink.
Reading Classics and Outreach: Ancient Games and Society
Location: Green Zone, Meadow
Step into the world of ancient play and discover how people thousands of years ago kept themselves entertained. Based on current University research, the Reading Ancient Games project explores the games played in the ancient world and how they were a part of daily life. Try out the games for yourself and consider the social and health benefits of playing!
Reading Cycle Campaign
Location: Orange zone, car park 4
Meet Reading Cycle Campaign to discover how they’re driving local cycling initiatives and learn more about their advocacy work.
Reading Bike Hub is committed to making cycling more accessible, affordable and enjoyable for everyone in the community, and looks forward to welcoming festival attendees to its stand.
For more information, visit Reading Bike Hub or speak to the team at the festival.
Reading Fostering Service
Location: Green Zone, Meadow
Get creative while discovering the power of fostering in your community. Explore how fostering has evolved from 1926 to today, and enjoy fun, centenary-themed arts and crafts for all ages whether you want to learn more or you're just curious.
Reading Green Wellbeing Network
Location: Green Zone, Meadow
Get a nature boost with Reading Green Wellbeing Network! Come and create your own garden in a bottle to take home. You will be able to choose from a range of containers and plants that we have grown specially for the event.
Reading Guild of Artists
Location: Pink Zone, Palmer Quad
Come and paint or sketch alongside members of the Reading Guild of Artists.
We meet at the start of the day before heading off individually to find an inspiring spot. At the end of the day we re-group to look at what everyone has created.
Please bring your own materials. Suitable for adults only.
Information can be found about summer painting days on the Reading Guild of Artists website.
Reading Sewing Bee
Location: Orange Zone, Reading Students' Union
Drop by Reading Sewing Bee's booth and give Sashiko a try! This easy, mindful Japanese stitching is the perfect way to add flair to your clothes.
We'll hook you up with everything you need: a cool denim patch with a design already marked, a needle, and bright, colourful thread.
It's totally free, super relaxing, and you get to take your unique, hand-stitched patch home to jazz up a jacket or bag. Come and stitch a quick masterpiece!
Reading Students' Union – Be Part of our History!
Location: Orange Zone, Reading Students Union
Join Reading Students' Union in a look back at the last 100 years and some of the key jokes students played as part of raising money for local charities.
Help design a flag so you can take part in the RAG Parade through the town centre on 17 May so you can be part of history too!
Reading Voluntary Action
Location: Orange Zone, Reading Students Union
Come along and learn about the amazing work of Reading's voluntary sector and discover how you can contribute to the goal of making Reading a thriving community, improving and enriching the lives of all.
RG spaces
Location: Orange Zone, Reading Students Union
Step into a visual whodunit! Explore a collection of printed images and put your powers of observation to the test. Some pictures show real objects, others are crafted by artificial intelligence. Can you spot the difference? Look closely, trust your instincts, and discover just how convincing AI images can be in this fun, eye-opening challenge.
Rotary Club
Location: Pink Zone, Palmer Quad
We’re all about being of the community, for the community. We listen, learn, and get stuck in—supporting local causes first, while also backing national and international projects.
From youth clubs, competitions and charity funding to youth camps and a free leadership course for 18–28s (next up: July 2026), there’s something for every passion.
We support vulnerable groups, foodbanks, and community services—and even funded 1,600 healthy meals for food shares through our art fair.
Got an idea? Want to help? We’d love to hear from you!
Scentful Times
Location: Orange Zone, Reading Students Union
Who doesn't like a good scent in their home? This 20-hour burn time scented candle is made using natural ingredients, is hand poured in the UK, and is available in a variety of scents to suit everyone's mood.
Smart Works
Location: Orange Zone, Reading Students Union
We help unemployed women to get the coaching, clothing and confidence they need to secure employment and change the trajectory of their lives.
South Central Ambulance Charity
Location: Green Zone, Meadow
Come and see the work our Volunteer Community First Responders carry out on behalf of the South Central Ambulance Service. We will provide the opportunity to practice saving a life, but only on a dummy! If the dummy gets up and walks away there will be a prize!
Study at the University of Reading
Location: Orange zone, Reading Students' Union
Discover your future at your local university. Explore our outreach programmes and find the course that will shape your next ambition.
Sustainable Communities Team – Reading Borough Council
Location: Pink zone, Palmer Quad
Join us to discover the brilliant activities already happening in your local community centres – then shape what comes next by telling us what you want to see, or even explore how to organise your own event.
We'll also be celebrating our community with a crafting activity, designed to add colour and memories to our centres.
Come to say hello, get creative, and help us build event stronger, happier neighbourhoods together!
Two Rivers Press
Location: Pink zone, Library Café
Come and browse a selection of books from Reading's own publisher Two Rivers Press. Lots of fabulous books with a local flavour, including a beautifully illustrated small book telling the story of Empress Matilda, who should have been Queen...
University of Reading Fundraising
Location: Orange zone, Reading Students' Union
Throughout 2026, the University of Reading will be celebrating its centenary with a wide range of events for everyone to enjoy. Visit the Fundraising team's stand to find out more about how you can take part.
Urban Sketchers
Location: Pink Zone, Palmer Quad
Join the Reading Urban Sketchers community – grab a pencil and paper, and join us for some on location sketching around the University campus.
No experience necessary, all welcome.
Whiteknights District Girl Guides
Location: Green zone, Meadow
Take part in hands-on activities like making pin-on badges, friendship bracelets, and crafting paper flowers – all yours to keep at no cost. Relax in the cosy book corner where you can sit and read or take a book home, and explore what Girlguiding has to offer.
Wokingham Library
Location: Pink zone, Library Café
Come along and meet Wokingham Borough Council's Libraries and Community Engagement team and find out about what 's on in your library and about support services in our community.
Women's Aid
Location: Orange Zone, R Reading Students Union
Visit the Women’s Aid team to learn about their work to end domestic abuse and discover how you can support their mission and get involved.
ZZIA
Location: Orange Zone, Reading Student Union
ZZIA has made handmade jewellery for just over three years, creating unique pieces that range from everyday wear to cutesy, trendy designs.
The ZZIA stall will feature earrings, necklaces, bracelets and keyrings, with a strong focus on silver custom pieces but also simple gold colour pieces.
Browse one-of-a-kind designs, learn about the handmade process, and find affordable accessories that reflect personal style. Each piece is thoughtfully crafted and durable, making them perfect for everyday wear or gifting.