Reading

Reading

Reading is a charming town in Berkshire, England. It’s located about an hour west of London and is the perfect destination for a weekend getaway. There are plenty of things to do in Reading, from exploring the town’s history and culture to enjoying its vibrant nightlife.

One of the best ways to experience Reading is by taking a walking tour of the town center. The pedestrian-friendly streets are full of cute shops, restaurants, and pubs. Be sure to check out the Marketplace, which is home to a variety of independent stores and restaurants.

If you’re looking for something a little more adventurous, head over to Caversham Wildlife Park. This park is home to a variety of animals, including tigers, lions, and wolves. It’s also a great place for kids, with plenty of activities and exhibitions to keep them entertained.

Finally, no trip to Reading would be complete without sampling its delicious local cuisine. The town is famous for its fish and chips, so be sure to give them a try! There are also plenty of other great restaurants to choose from, so you’re sure to find something that suits your taste.

Created: 13  November  2022  Edited: 29  November  2023

Reading

Shopping in Reading

The Station Shopping Park Caversham, Reading

The Station Shopping Park retail park

Reading Town Centre Coley, Reading

Reading Town Centre retail park

Forbury Retail Park Newtown, Reading

Forbury Retail Park retail park

Esso Fuel Emmer Green, Reading

Esso Fuel retail park

Brunel Retail Park Whitley, Reading

Brunel Retail Park retail park

Reading Gateway Whitley Wood, Reading

Reading Gateway retail park

Reading Retail Park Dee Park, Reading

Reading Retail Park retail park

Reading Link Retail Park Coley, Reading

Reading Link Retail Park retail park

Reading Gate Retail Park Whitley Wood, Reading

Reading Gate Retail Park retail park

Oldfield Retail Park Whitley, Reading

Oldfield Retail Park retail park

Candan Food Centre 282, Oxford Road

Candan Food Centre supermarket

Amazing Grace 391, Oxford Road

Amazing Grace supermarket

KB Super Store 337-339, Oxford Road

KB Super Store supermarket

Mama Africa 385, Oxford Road

Mama Africa supermarket

Tani Sklep 437-439, Oxford Road

Tani Sklep supermarket

Oxford Road Supermarket 267-271, Oxford Road

Oxford Road Supermarket supermarket

ATIF Superstore 481, Oxford Road

ATIF Superstore supermarket

Reading Zabka 535-541, Oxford Road

Reading Zabka supermarket

Supermalt 306, Oxford Road

Supermalt supermarket

Wildlife in and Around Reading

Mammals found in Reading

There have been 37 species of mammals recorded in the reading area.

(Nyctalus/Eptesicus agg.)
55 Khz Pipistrelle (Pipistrellus pygmaeus)
Bank Vole (Myodes glareolus)
Brown Hare (Lepus europaeus)
Brown Rat (Rattus norvegicus)
45 Khz Pipistrelle (Pipistrellus pipistrellus)
Badger (Meles meles)
Barbastelle (Barbastella barbastellus)
Brown Long-Eared Bat (Plecotus auritus)
Chinese Barking Deer (Muntiacus reevesi)

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Birds found in Reading

There have been 50 species of birds recorded in the reading area.

American Wigeon (Anas americana)
Barnacle Goose (Branta leucopsis)
Canada Goose (Branta canadensis)
Cetti's Warbler (Cettia cetti)
Cinnamon Teal (Anas cyanoptera)
Bar-Headed Goose (Anser indicus)
Buzzard (Buteo buteo)
Carolina Wood Duck (Aix sponsa)
Chestnut Teal (Anas castanea)
Common Sandpiper (Actitis hypoleucos)

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Reading map

Reading UK Map