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Reading (/ ˈ r ɛ d ɪ ŋ / ⓘ RED-ing) is a town and borough in Berkshire, England. Most of its built-up area lies within the Borough of Reading, although some outer suburbs are parts of neighbouring local authority areas.
Jun 18, 2024 · Reading, town and unitary authority, geographic and historic county of Berkshire, southern England, 38 miles (61 km) west of London. It is an important junction of railways running west from London and south from the Midlands, and the Kennet and Avon Canal (to Bath and Bristol) and the River Thames.
- The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica
Welcome to Visit Reading, the official tourism site for Reading and the wider Reading region, where you can explore things to do in Reading, find out what's on, and find inspiration of areas to explore when you visit our wonderfully cultural and diverse town.
- Rosie H. 2 contributions. Ok but catering needs improvement. I’ve been a couple of times now and I do like it here but somewhat disappointed by the cafe today.
- Nicola T. 1 contribution. Fab tour and great bar! Really enjoyed the tour from Phil - really informative. Tasty wine and food in a lovely bar area too. Highly recommended.
- Zoë S. England, UK 195 contributions. Beautiful and very clean. Took my two sons (2 and 5) for the day and met some friends as it’s a half way point between our two homes.
- Pops and the Two Js. North Chailey, UK12 contributions. Would definitely recommend! Brilliant visit whilst staying in Reading. My 7 year old and I really enjoyed the trail where we had to find the toy rats etc.
- Thames Lido, a destination in its own right alongside the Thames. Make a day of it with a massage, swim, cocktails and tapas!
- Reading Museum is a great child-friendly museum with star exhibit, the 70 metre-long Bayeux Tapestry replica.
- Reading Abbey Ruins is 900 years old. The burial place of King Henry I was once one of Europe’s largest medieval buildings.
- The MERL, or Museum of English Rural Life, is an award-winning, family-friendly museum of food, farming and the countryside.
Reading (pronounced like "redding", not "reeding") is a large, historic town in Berkshire in the South East of England. It is one of the largest towns without city status in the United Kingdom with just under 235,000 inhabitants.
Try out one of Reading's many attractions, from Medieval abbey ruins to escape rooms; get on the water - the Thames and Kennet flow through the town; explore Reading's parks and gardens or take advantage of one of Reading's many sports and leisure clubs and facilities.
