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Archive at 75: The Berkshire Record Office becomes The Royal Berkshire Archives on 75th anniversary

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Saturday, August 5, 2023 8:21 am
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The Berkshire Record Office has been granted permission to adopt a new title, The Royal Berkshire Archives, in its 75th year of preserving the unique history and heritage of the county. Picture: Courtesy of Reading Borough Council

The Berkshire Record Office has been granted permission to adopt a new title, The Royal Berkshire Archives, in its 75th year of preserving the unique history and heritage of the county. Picture: Courtesy of Reading Borough Council

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THE BERKSHIRE Record Office is celebrating 75 years of preserving Berkshire’s heritage and history with something of a refresh.

It has been granted permission to continue under a new name: The Royal Berkshire Archives.

It comes after all six of the borough councils in Berkshire jointly applied for the Royal seal of approval for the archives, which was approved by the Cabinet Office.

The new name reflects Berkshire’s unique status as the only Royal county in England, and acknowledges the historical significance and contribution of the archives to the county of Berkshire through the use of the protected title.

It is also reflective of the archive’s commitment to preserving a number of collections linked to Royal Berkshire, including historical records dating as far back as the 12th century.

Among them is a grant of land in Aldermaston written between 1156-1164, a charter from King Charlse I granting rights to Reading dated to 1638, and archives from Broad Moor Hospital and Reading Gaol.

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The name will formally change on Thursday, August 10, which marks the 75th anniversary of when the Archives first opened to the public.

It commemorates the day when the first county archivist commenced work at the Shire Hall in the Forbury, and will celebrate with a birthday cake, which will be cut to announce the Archives’ new name.

Reading Council Leader, Councillor Jason Brock, said: “This is a momentous occasion for the Reading-based Berkshire Record Office, as it transforms into ‘The Royal Berkshire Archives.’

“The distinguished title truly reflects the historical significance and contribution of what is an essential institution in preserving the rich heritage of our county.

“Similarly, the switch from ‘Record Office’ to ‘Archives’ is indicative of the fact that the institution has become far more than a local office of public record and, indeed, holds many collections of regional and national importance.”

Cllr Brock continued: “The unanimous support of all six Berkshire councils and the official approval from the Cabinet Office demonstrate the exceptional value that The Royal Berkshire Archives holds for our community.

“As England’s only Royal county, this renaming is also befitting tribute to our unique status.

“As we celebrate the 75th birthday of The Royal Berkshire Archives on 10 August, it will be not only a commemoration of our past but also, I hope, a testament to the enduring role that the Archives has in preserving our heritage for generations to come.”

More information about the Berkshire Record Office is available via: berkshirerecordoffice.org.uk

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