The High Sheriff of Berkshire

An historic office serving the Royal County of Berkshire

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Welcome

The High Sheriff of Berkshire is the Sovereign’s representative for law and order in the county. It is the oldest secular office in the United Kingdom, with roots stretching back over a thousand years. Today, the role of the sheriff focusses on supporting the judiciary, police, voluntary sector and community life.

The current High Sheriff is Ren Kapur MBE, appointed for 2026–27. A business leader and long‑standing champion of public service, Ren’s shrieval year is focused on supporting young people and celebrating the vital contribution of volunteers across the Royal County of Berkshire.

Meet the High Sheriff and Team

Learn more about Ren Kapur, the Under Sheriff, and the Chaplain, and their roles in serving Berkshire through ceremony, law, and community engagement.

Ren Kapur MBE

The High Sheriff

Jonathan Gater

The Under-Sheriff

Reverend David Chislett

Chaplain to the High Sheriff
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History of the High Sheriff

Discover the origins of the office from Saxon times to the present day, including its powers, traditions, and how the role has evolved over the centuries.

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High Sheriff, Ren Kapur MBE, laying a wreath at RAF Welford

The High Sheriff’s Awards

Nominate candidates from within Berkshire for the High Sheriff’s annual awards.
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Events Attendance

See recent highlights of the High Sheriff’s work across Berkshire.
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Events

Wednesday 8 July| Reading Faith Group

One of the many highlights of this week was meeting Andy Dickens and his incredible team, and seeing first-hand the difference they make every single day.

From emergency food parcels and grocery top-ups for those needing an extra helping hand, to soup kitchens and so much more, their work is inspiring and deeply humbling.

Behind every meal is an extraordinary network of volunteers, generous donors, and local supermarkets working together to support people in our community throughout the year.

It was a stark reminder that, in a country where many of us have access to so much, there are still people living without life’s basic essentials. We each have the opportunity to ask ourselves: What little can I do?

Our little can make a big difference.

A huge thank you to Andy Dickens and everyone involved with make sure there’s food on the table and there’s access to essentials for many people in and around Reading. We look forward to many more conversations and opportunities to work together.

#Community #Kindness #Volunteering #FoodSupport #GivingBack TogetherWeCan Reading

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Wednesday 8 July| Reading Faith Group One of the many highlights of this week was meeting Andy Dickens and his incredible team, and seeing first-hand the difference they make every single day. From emergency food parcels and grocery top-ups for those needing an extra helping hand, to soup kitchens and so much more, their work is inspiring and deeply humbling. Behind every meal is an extraordinary network of volunteers, generous donors, and local supermarkets working together to support people in our community throughout the year. It was a stark reminder that, in a country where many of us have access to so much, there are still people living without life’s basic essentials. We each have the opportunity to ask ourselves: What little can I do? Our little can make a big difference. A huge thank you to Andy Dickens and everyone involved with make sure there’s food on the table and there’s access to essentials for many people in and around Reading. We look forward to many more conversations and opportunities to work together. #Community #Kindness #Volunteering #FoodSupport #GivingBack TogetherWeCan Reading

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What a wonderful day at Henley Royal Regatta.

We were delighted to join Berkshire Freemasonry and to spend time with so many people who are making a real difference across our communities.

Henley is, of course, an extraordinary setting, and what made the day particularly special was the warmth of the welcome, the conversations and the opportunity to strengthen relationships across our Royal County.

As High Sheriff, my theme includes Connecting Society, and days like this are such a powerful reminder that so much good happens when people and organisations come together with a shared commitment to their communities.

Thank you to Mark, Anthony and everyone from Berkshire Freemasonry for such generous hospitality and for making us feel so very welcome.

A truly memorable Berkshire day.

#HighSheriff #RoyalCountyOfBerkshire #ConnectingSociety #HenleyRoyalRegatta #Berkshire Community 

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What a wonderful day at Henley Royal Regatta. We were delighted to join Berkshire Freemasonry and to spend time with so many people who are making a real difference across our communities. Henley is, of course, an extraordinary setting, and what made the day particularly special was the warmth of the welcome, the conversations and the opportunity to strengthen relationships across our Royal County. As High Sheriff, my theme includes Connecting Society, and days like this are such a powerful reminder that so much good happens when people and organisations come together with a shared commitment to their communities. Thank you to Mark, Anthony and everyone from Berkshire Freemasonry for such generous hospitality and for making us feel so very welcome. A truly memorable Berkshire day. #HighSheriff #RoyalCountyOfBerkshire #ConnectingSociety #HenleyRoyalRegatta #Berkshire Community 

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