Reading
Reading dates back to medieval times, shaped by the River Thames and Kennet that encircle the town centre. Modern-day Reading embraces its heritage and waterside location as part of a vibrant, cosmopolitan destination.
Reading Abbey Ruins are 900 years old, remaining from the time of King Henry I and there is lots more heritage to enjoy in the town’s wonderful Georgian and Victorian buildings. Being a University town, Reading has a selection of fine museums and a social life to match and our waterside location provides opportunities for watersports, boat trips and riverside dining.
Reading has a lovely scale to it. Everything is walkable – the town centre, access to the river, the Abbey Quarter district and the modern railway station. Big enough to offer a diverse experience without the drawbacks of the big city.
You’ll find Reading has one of the best choices of accommodation in the South East outside London, as well as being one of the UK’s best-connected destinations, which makes it a great base for exploring the Great West Way, the Chilterns, Silchester Roman City walls, the Thames Path or nearby Windsor, Henley or Oxford.
For a list of attractions and accommodation in Reading, see the listings at the foot of this page or:-
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Walking Tour
Terry set up his guided walks of Reading to pass on his love of local history and culture, Reading’s famous people, its myths and battles, gardens, architecture, gardens, buildings and so much more and also to get himself fitter!
Hotel
Winnersh Triangle, READING
Exceptional new Four Silver Star hotel with superb 2 AA Rosette Caprice Restaurant and Esprit Fitness and Dermalogica Spa.
Shopping Centre
Reading
Elegant 1930s covered arcade home to a unique collection of independent & specialist shops in Reading town centre.
Restaurant
Reading
With much of the original structure retained, this 18th Century Flour Mill has been converted into a renowned Dinner Theatre. Patrons enjoy a fresh home-cooked meal - with not a microwave in sight! -before watching the performance in our theatre.
Country / Royal Park
Riseley, Reading
Wellington Country Park, ‘The Biggest Outdoor play in Berkshire’, was established in 1974 by the Eighth Duke and Duchess of Wellington. Set in 350 acres of beautiful parklands off the A33 between Basingstoke and Reading, Wellington Country Park…
British Marine
Caversham, Reading
Family business offering a fleet of well maintained traditional cruisers and narrowboats for hire for short breaks and weekly hire. Limited Winter cruising available
Hotel
Reading
Adjacent to Reading Madejski Stadium, located just 2-minutes off the M4 and only 4 miles off the town centre you will find voco Reading.
Vegan Friendly
READING
Experience an explosion of flavours in our vegetables, meats & fish along with sweet & fiery Cocktails… a naturally abundant vegan & vegetarian cuisine.
INTRO YOUR CREW’ TO SRI LANKAN SREET FOOD 50% off every Mon-Wed: INTRO YOUR CREW *eat in only.…
Shopping Centre
Reading
One of the region’s premier shopping destinations, located on the banks of the River Kennet in the heart of Reading town centre.
Hotel
Reading
Ideally located off junction 11 of the M4, the hotel offers a warm and inviting atmosphere.
Boutique Hotel
Reading
Retro Industrial Chic hotel with 24 uniquely decorated rooms in the heart of Reading centre.
Bar
Reading
Opened in 2020, The Reading Room at the Roseate Hotel Reading offers delicious modern cuisine revolving around the freshest, seasonal ingredients and best of British produce from Executive Chef Rajesh Maharjan.
Museum
Reading
Description: The Ure Museum holds collections of archaeological material, archives and modern artefacts.
Bar
Reading
The menus at the Lido have a strong Spanish and Mediterranean feel adding to the ‘holiday’ atmosphere of the venue.
Animal Collection / Zoo
Reading
Located on the banks of the River Thames in Berkshire, Beale Park is home to a unique collection of rare and endangered birds, animals favourites including monkeys, prairie dogs, meerkats and wallabies.
Townhouse Hotel
Reading
The Malmaison Reading is a luxury, extremely unique hotel as it is thought to be the oldest standing rail hotel in the world, built in 1844. It opened in 2007 and was formerly the Great Western Hotel.
Boats
Well look no further; CampiBoats is the perfect choice for your unforgettable houseboat vacation. Our small family business can cater to all your houseboat needs, from providing your houseboat to designing an itinerary and providing holiday reading.
Escape Room
Reading
TimeTrap Escape Rooms are Reading’s 5 star immersive escape games provider located in the heart of Reading, just a two minute walk from Reading train station. TimeTrap sends you back in time to the most important eras to complete quests that rewrite…
Bar
Reading
The London Street Brasserie is the second award-winning restaurant by owner and proprietor Paul Clerehugh.
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