We are a friendly group of people who love reading. We aim to encourage an appreciation of Literature but you don’t need any experience of Literature, just curiosity and an enjoyment of reading.

We have monthly meetings from September to May where different topics are discussed each month, as well as a monthly ‘I Have Been Reading’ online group meeting and also a programme of poetry reading.

Our next meeting:
16th April 2026

The Writers of Romney Marsh

Presented by Christopher Carter

The calm and eerie beauty of Romney Marsh has long cast its spell over writers and painters. A remote, sheep-dotted area, with scattered farmhouses, steeped in smuggling lore, it is a place of both retreat and inspiration. The beginning of the 20th century witnessed an extraordinary literary gathering there of some of England’s greatest writers. In this talk, we explore their interactions and the effect on them of the Marsh’s timeless scenery.

Click here for more details of our programme for 2025-2026.

We hold talks in the Lecture Room, Baptist Church, Milton Road, Wokingham RG40 1DE from 7.30pm to 9.30pm on the third Thursday of some months.

For details of how to find us click here.

New members and visitors are always welcome.

Membership begins in September and the annual subscription is £20.

If you have any queries please email us: wokinghamliterarysociety@gmail.com