Real Time

Participatory video organisation based in Reading since 1984. Email:
info@realtime.org.uk

Phone:
+44 118 328 2310

Website:
http://www.realtime.org.uk

13/12/2025

For Alex and his band, Horserock, local venues are everything — but rising costs make it harder to find affordable spaces to rehearse and play.

His hope? More support from local government: festivals, rehearsal rooms, and opportunities that put local grassroots artists first.

How can we make sure local musicians get the space — and backing — they need?

10/12/2025

Wokingham Festival is more than just a music event - it’s a small, intimate space that feels like a community’s back garden. It's an important platform for local artists and original music, pushing back against the trend of venues closing and festivals only booking mainstream acts. Spaces like this are vital for keeping local music scenes alive and thriving.

What local music spaces matter most to you?

07/12/2025

Reading Festival is a rite of passage for many, but it's not the only space that matters for local music. This speaker’s experience highlights a crucial point: while festivals bring in huge acts, there's a real need for more mid-sized venues for artists and audiences year-round.

Protecting and creating these diverse spaces is essential for building a thriving, sustainable music scene.

What spaces are key to your city's music scene?

04/12/2025

For over 30 years, Greenpeace and other NGOs have used RISC as a meeting place. More than just rooms, it’s been an ethical hub — a space to connect, collaborate, and imagine alternatives to the profit-driven system.

Spaces like this give communities the freedom to think differently.

Where do you go to meet, share ideas, and take action?

02/12/2025

“Where do new musicians even begin, when so many spaces have disappeared?” asks Martin from RISC.

From youth clubs to libraries to grassroots venues, community resources are shrinking — and without support, they’re almost impossible to replace.

How do we keep culture alive for everyone?

19/11/2025

Exhibition Launch: 'We Are Here'

We're thrilled to share the final result of our collaboration with Pilgrim Hearts as they celebrate their 25th anniversary!

Real Time helped provide photography opportunities for individuals attending two Bracknell drop-in centres. The images they created are a way to explore their stories and celebrate the charity's vital work.

Exhibition Details (Don't Miss It!):
Dates: Monday, November 17th – Monday, November 24th

Location: The Lexicon, Bracknell, Ground Floor, (Opposite Specsavers)

18/11/2025

We're thrilled to announce a powerful new project in partnership with Pilgrim Hearts!

We recently ran a series of workshops with homeless individuals at two Bracknell drop-in centres, where they captured photos for an upcoming exhibition.

This exhibition not only features their incredible creativity but also celebrates 25 years of Pilgrim Hearts' vital work supporting vulnerable people in our community.

14/11/2025

In the early 80s, a derelict bookshop became the seed of something bigger. With volunteers and vision, RISC grew into a centre pioneering fair trade, human rights, and environmental action — long before these were mainstream concerns.

It shows what’s possible when communities seize the moment.

How can we create the next generation of pioneering spaces?

08/11/2025

The Central Club wasn’t just a building — it was a gathering point for generations, and its iconic mural still stands as a testament to Reading’s black community and the Windrush generation.

James reminds us: without shared spaces, talent and creativity are stifled. With them, communities grow strong roots and thrive together.

How do we replant those roots for the future?

05/11/2025

For the members of the Open Mind group, the streets of Reading are a reminder of a rich cultural past. Their campaign highlights a crucial issue: many of the city's iconic music venues and creative hubs have disappeared.

By documenting these lost spaces—from the historic Olympia to the beloved After Dark—they're starting a conversation about how to protect the places that matter and build a stronger creative future.

What kind of spaces would you like to see more of in your community?

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http://www.realtime.org.uk/

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