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Reading Party Reunion

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Date & Time

Fri, 20 Mar 2026

18:00

Venue

Wadham College

Wadham College, OX1 3PN

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About this event

Reconnect with fellow book lovers at the Wadham College Reading Party Reunion.

Why you should come

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• Hear Ray Ockenden and Peter Thonemann discuss the history of the Cornwall Reading Party

• Share personal mementoes and photos during informal talks at the Holywell Music Room

• Celebrate the 50-year legacy of the Lennard Bequest with fellow Reading Party alumni

Event Highlights

  • Celebration of over 50 years of the Lennard Bequest Cornwall Reading Party
  • Informal talks regarding the history and future of Reading Parties
  • Hosted by Ray Ockenden and Peter Thonemann
  • Formal drinks reception and dinner in the Wadham College Hall
  • Interactive session for sharing personal photographs and mementoes

Speakers

Ray Ockenden

Host

Peter Thonemann

Host

Programme

Afternoon (TBC)

Informal Talks

Talks about the past, present, and future of the Reading Parties in the Holywell Music Room.

18:00

Drinks Reception

19:00

Dinner

Formal dinner in the Hall.

What to bring / Requirements

  • Open to Wadham Reading Party alumni only
  • No guests permitted due to space restrictions
  • Attendees are asked to bring relevant photographs or mementoes

Organized by: Wadham College

Contact: lodge@wadham.ox.ac.uk

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