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Reading: Where the River Kennet Meets Modern Britain

Between the Thames Valley and the Chiltern Hills, where ancient waterways once carried trade and modern railways now shuttle commuters, a town of quiet significance has been shaped by centuries of transformation. Here, Victorian bricks stand alongside contemporary glass, and the rhythm of daily life pulses through streets that have witnessed industrial revolution, wartime resilience, and technological rebirth. This junction of past and present invites exploration beyond first impressions.