Former Reading FC chairman Sir John Madejski, said: “I am very proud of the part that I've played in Reading Football Club's long and illustrious history. I recognise that the Club's identity and character have been shaped by all the fans and all of those who have been involved throughout its history, from players to backroom and technical staff, and it is excellent to see these shared memories brought together in Reading Museum’s latest exhibition.

“I’m delighted to be associated with Reading Football Club’s 150^th anniversary, and I feel very honoured to have been able to make a contribution to the club from 1990 to 2016. I am enormously proud of being instrumental in providing the Madejski Stadium, and I will always cherish the wonderful moments on the field of play that we have witnessed there. Most especially perhaps, I treasure my memories of being part of the Club when we first reached the Premier League, the top echelon.

“I look forward to many happy seasons ahead, roaring for the Royals to score at least one more goal than the opposition on the park, contributing to the cultural life of Reading off the pitch, and once again being back in the Premier League where we always belong.”

Roger Titford, STAR Heritage Officer, said: “It’s been enormous fun putting the exhibition together and finding material even I haven’t ever seen. We hope visitors get a full picture of the Club’s history – we’ve had many grand days even before we joined the Football League in 1920. Material from fans forms the bedrock of the exhibition and the contribution of fans to the life of the club is acknowledged.”

Families are encouraged to bring the kids along this February half term, kicking off with the Big Football Hunt and Bertie the Badger’s Football Nickname Trail, with crafty activities to take home and colour in. For more details visit www.readingmuseum.org.uk/holiday-fun-reading-museum

Reading Museum's latest exhibit celebrates 150 Years of Reading Football Club