Things to do in Reading
Knowledge Train Reading,
Davidson House,
Forbury Square,
Reading RG1 3EU
England,
United Kingdom.
Landmarks
There are numbers of public artwork in Reading. One of these is the Maiwand Lion, a sculpture and war monument located at Forbury Gardens, a public park in Reading, Berkshire, England. This sculpture commemorates the 328 officers of the Royal Berkshire Regiment who died in the 1880’s Battle of the Maiwand.
Other famous landmark here is the Jacksons Corner. Reading’s historic old department store has been converted into a housing complex while retaining its iconic appearance.
Other landmarks in Reading
Reading Abbey RuinsAbbey Street, Reading RG1 3BA, England, United Kingdom. Phone: 01223 503333 |
Greyfriars Church, ReadingFriar Street, Reading RG1 1EH, England, United Kingdom. Phone: 0118 951 6700 |
Reading Minster of St Mary the VirginChain Street, Reading RG1 2HX, England, United Kingdom. Phone: 0118 957 1057 |
Map showing landmarks in Reading
Libraries and Museums
Reading houses a number of historical museums and big libraries.
Reading Central Library is a public library located in Reading, Berkshire, England. The central library is located in the centre of Reading on Abbey Square at the corner of King’s Road, on the old location of the Reading Abbey stables, where medieval churchmen, nobles, and monarchy kept their horses.
The Reading Museum first officially opened in 1883 at the town hall. It features galleries dedicated to the history of Reading and the excavations of Calleva Atrebatum, as well as a full-size reproduction of the Bayeux Tapestry, a collection of art, and Huntley and Palmers-related exhibitions.
Other museums in Reading
Riverside MuseumKenavon Drive, Reading RG1 3DH, England, United Kingdom. Phone: 0118 937 3400 |
Ure Museum of Greek ArchaeologyDepartment of Classics, Edith Morley Building, University Of, Whiteknights Road, Reading RG6 6AA, England, United Kingdom. Phone: 01223 333516 |
Cole Museum of ZoologyReading RG6 6UA, England, United Kingdom. Phone: 0118 378 7083 |
Britain’s Bayeux TapestryMuseum, Town Hall, Blagrave Street, Reading RG1 1QH, England, United Kingdom. Phone: 0118 937 3400 |
Map showing museums in Reading
Parks and open spaces
Reading has about 100 parks and playgrounds, including a riverfront promenade that runs for 5 miles (8 kilometres).
Palmer Park is popular among locals for a variety of activities, including religious festivals, sports tournaments, and minor special events. Palmer Park Stadium, a racetrack, and an athletics stadium are all located in the park. Palmer Park Library, Palmer Park Bowling Club, two playgrounds, a community cafe, and a number of football pitches used for local tournaments are all part of the park.
Prospect Park is Reading’s largest open area, and it takes its name from the spectacular views of the Kennet Valley and beyond that can be seen from the Mansion House. The regency white stuccoed grade II listed residence (now a restaurant) is situated on a hill at the park’s highest point. The park features vast swaths of short-cut grass, as well as meadow grassland. A pond was made to the south of the house, which attracts a variety of species, while ‘The Rookery,’ a mature oak forest and Wildlife Heritage Site, can be found to the north.
More parks in Reading
Sol Joel Park8 Church Road, Earley, Reading RG6 7HT, England, United Kingdom. Phone: 0118 986 8995 |
Regus – Reading Green ParkGreen Park, 200 Brook Drive, Reading RG2 6UB, England, United Kingdom. Phone: 0800 060 8702 |
Balmore WalkReading RG4 8PY, England, United Kingdom. Phone: 0800 626540 |
Christchurch MeadowsGeorge Street, Caversham, Reading RG4 8BY, England, United Kingdom. Phone: 0118 937 3787 |
Map showing parks and open spaces in Reading
Festivals
Reading showcases many festivals that present live music, dance, gastronomy, and many more flavours from their arts, culture, and history communities.
Supporting local artists is an important purpose of the Readipop Festival. All proceeds from the popular family-friendly event fund Readipop’s charity work, which provides access to music for marginalized youth and other underserved populations in the community.
Bastille Events Ltd is the company behind Reading’s Bastille Day Festival, which has brought the ambience of a French local market every year since 2012. Its goal is to give you with a variety of free and exciting things to do with the help of Hobby Craft and Decathlon, as well as free entertainment supplied by French and local artists, along with many more booths with food and activities for friends and family.
