Guidebook for Reading
Food Scene
Bustling atmosphere, elegant special touches, and a stylish place to eat.
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Browns Reading
Riverside RoadBustling atmosphere, elegant special touches, and a stylish place to eat.
COSMO Authentic World Kitchen is inspired by the best five-star hotels in the world, which bring a choice of fresh food under the same roof and elevate the buffet concept to new levels.
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COSMO World Buffet Restaurant | Reading
35-38 Friar StCOSMO Authentic World Kitchen is inspired by the best five-star hotels in the world, which bring a choice of fresh food under the same roof and elevate the buffet concept to new levels.
Michelin starred restaurant L'Ortolan with modern French cuisine is the epitome in Berkshire for events and dining out.
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L'Ortolan
Church LaneMichelin starred restaurant L'Ortolan with modern French cuisine is the epitome in Berkshire for events and dining out.
China Garden Reading is able to accommodate over 100 diners in comfortable surroundings, serving exceptional, authentic Chinese food. Why not drop by and enjoy an exquisite dining experience in what promises to be one of the most exclusive Chinese restaurants in Reading.
China Garden Reading (Shinfield)
250 Shinfield RdChina Garden Reading is able to accommodate over 100 diners in comfortable surroundings, serving exceptional, authentic Chinese food. Why not drop by and enjoy an exquisite dining experience in what promises to be one of the most exclusive Chinese restaurants in Reading.
KFC Reading
73-74 Broad StSimple, child-friendly chain pub/restaurant serving grilled dishes, salads, burgers and steaks.
The Mansion House Harvester
Liebenrood RoadSimple, child-friendly chain pub/restaurant serving grilled dishes, salads, burgers and steaks.
McDonald's
14 Bridge StPizza Hut Restaurants
Zest Kitchen and Bar is an independant restaurant owned and operated by Tony and Sally Cole.
Zest at Lime Square
220 S Oak WayZest Kitchen and Bar is an independant restaurant owned and operated by Tony and Sally Cole.
Drinks & Nightlife
Grosvenor Casino Reading South
Rose Kiln LaneSmart bar chain with a cocktail list, a menu of global classics, and uncluttered contemporary decor.
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Slug & Lettuce Reading
Riverside RoadSmart bar chain with a cocktail list, a menu of global classics, and uncluttered contemporary decor.
Modern chain bar serving beer, cocktails, wine and sharing plates to an after-work crowd.
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All Bar One Reading
Modern chain bar serving beer, cocktails, wine and sharing plates to an after-work crowd.
Large chain pub serving a range of classic pub grub as well as showing major sports events.
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The Victoria Cross
350 Basingstoke RdLarge chain pub serving a range of classic pub grub as well as showing major sports events.
All-day carvery menu in a traditional, family-friendly pub, open for breakfast.
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The World Turned Upside Down Stonehouse
387 Basingstoke RdAll-day carvery menu in a traditional, family-friendly pub, open for breakfast.
Sightseeing
The Living Rainforest is an indoor greenhouse tropical rainforest that serves as an ecological and educational centre and visitor attraction under the operation of the Trust for Sustainable Living. Home to over 700 unique species of plants and animals – including birds, lizards, bugs, butterflies and even a two-toed sloth – you can explore the dense rainforest without leaving Berkshire.
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The Living Rainforest
The Living Rainforest is an indoor greenhouse tropical rainforest that serves as an ecological and educational centre and visitor attraction under the operation of the Trust for Sustainable Living. Home to over 700 unique species of plants and animals – including birds, lizards, bugs, butterflies and even a two-toed sloth – you can explore the dense rainforest without leaving Berkshire.
Established in the early 20th century by Francis J. Cole, Professor of Zoology from 1907 to 1939, the museum contains roughly 3500 specimens of which 400 are on display at any one time. Specimens are arranged in taxonomic sequence so you can enjoy an extensive tour of the diversity of the Animal Kingdom
Cole Museum of Zoology
Established in the early 20th century by Francis J. Cole, Professor of Zoology from 1907 to 1939, the museum contains roughly 3500 specimens of which 400 are on display at any one time. Specimens are arranged in taxonomic sequence so you can enjoy an extensive tour of the diversity of the Animal Kingdom
With a variety of quirky, friendly animals, outdoor and indoor activities, educational programs, play areas, stunning gardens, a Little Tikes outdoor village, miniature train that takes you round the park, Deer Park, zip-wire, picnic area, river cruises and more!
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Beale Park station
With a variety of quirky, friendly animals, outdoor and indoor activities, educational programs, play areas, stunning gardens, a Little Tikes outdoor village, miniature train that takes you round the park, Deer Park, zip-wire, picnic area, river cruises and more!
Inspired by fantasy and legend,the play area will set the imagination running wild. The Hidden Realm adventure play area encourages crawling through tunnels, sliding down grassy banks, exploring the wooden fort, controlling the water supply from the stream to the sandpit, and creating dams. We recommend you take some spare clothes as it could get messy!
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The Vyne
Vyne RoadInspired by fantasy and legend,the play area will set the imagination running wild. The Hidden Realm adventure play area encourages crawling through tunnels, sliding down grassy banks, exploring the wooden fort, controlling the water supply from the stream to the sandpit, and creating dams. We recommend you take some spare clothes as it could get messy!
South Hill Park is the creative heart of Berkshire, hosting over 300 shows, films & events a year, as well as holding over 250 courses and workshops!
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South Hill Park Arts Centre
South Hill Park is the creative heart of Berkshire, hosting over 300 shows, films & events a year, as well as holding over 250 courses and workshops!
Parks & Nature
Ukufunda Ubusika Ngolwandle
George StreetWellington Country Park
Odiham RoadShopping
The Oracle is a large indoor shopping and leisure mall on the banks of the River Kennet in Reading, Berkshire.
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The Oracle Shopping Centre
The Oracle is a large indoor shopping and leisure mall on the banks of the River Kennet in Reading, Berkshire.
Entertainment & Activities
Leisure pool with 5 water slides, rapids and pirate ship, plus sauna, spa and steam room.
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Coral Reef Bracknell's Waterworld
Nine Mile RideLeisure pool with 5 water slides, rapids and pirate ship, plus sauna, spa and steam room.
Delta Force Paintball Reading
A perfect activity for families, friends, parties and corporate team building events.
Reload Reading - Laser Clay Shooting Range
Beale ParkA perfect activity for families, friends, parties and corporate team building events.
All the latest mainstream movies are shown at this state-of-the-art chain cinema with family deals.
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Vue Cinema
Woodside Leisure ParkAll the latest mainstream movies are shown at this state-of-the-art chain cinema with family deals.
The Madejski is a football stadium located in Reading, Berkshire, England. It is the home of Reading Football Club playing in the Football League Championship and the rugby union club London Irish as tenants.
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I-Stadium kaMadejski
M4The Madejski is a football stadium located in Reading, Berkshire, England. It is the home of Reading Football Club playing in the Football League Championship and the rugby union club London Irish as tenants.
Getting Around
Enterprise Rent-A-Car - Reading South
171 Boulton RdReading Station