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2. The Museum of English Rural Life. 197. History Museums. The Museum of English Rural Life is one of the best things to do in Reading. Whether on your own or with friends and family, discover our new immersive galleries, research our collections, refresh…. 3. Reading Museum. 379.
Currently 174,200 residents and 67,700 households (ONS Census 2021) live within the Reading borough boundary, while around 233,000 people live in Reading’s greater urban area (Local Transport Plan 2011-2026). The population has increased by 11.9% since 2011, while the number of household has risen by 7.6% (ONS Census 2021).
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. Reading also has a thriving arts and cultural scene catering for all ...
Attractions. Reading has a wide range of attractions for all ages and interests. For heritage fans, look no further than Reading's famous Abbey Ruins or dip into the museum collections at Reading Museum or The MERL. There are a number of National Trust stately homes in the area including Basildon Park and Grey's Court.
Discover the University of Reading, a global university that enjoys a world-class reputation for teaching, research and enterprise.
Website. reading.gov.uk. Reading (pronounced: "Redding") is a large town in Berkshire in England. [3] It is the largest settlement in Berkshire. It is home to about 230,000 people. Reading is found in South East England, between London and Bristol. The River Thames goes through the town.
The St James’s Way is a long-distance walk of 68 miles running from Reading Abbey to Southampton, and part of the Camino Ingles/English Way, the network of pilgrimage trails that run as far north in England as Durham to Santiago de Compostela in Galicia, where St James is buried. Start at St James' Church in the Abbey Quarter and get your passport stamped in the church office.
