Guidebook for Reading
Arts & Culture
Reading Museum
Blagrave StreetThe Museum of English Rural Life (MERL) is a museum, library and archive dedicated to recording and documenting the changing face of farming and countryside in England.
Museum of English Rural Life and Special Collections Service
The Museum of English Rural Life (MERL) is a museum, library and archive dedicated to recording and documenting the changing face of farming and countryside in England.
This multi-award winning venue is a prominent figure in Reading's arts and culture scene, offering a massive range of shows from live music, theatrical performances, comedy nights, dance, alternative and interactive displays. South Street also run a programme called SITELINES - Theatre In Unusual Spaces - and a monthly Poet's Cafe. As an independent venue, South Street continue to offer so much to the town and it's constantly developing culture.
South Street Arts Centre
21 South StThis multi-award winning venue is a prominent figure in Reading's arts and culture scene, offering a massive range of shows from live music, theatrical performances, comedy nights, dance, alternative and interactive displays. South Street also run a programme called SITELINES - Theatre In Unusual Spaces - and a monthly Poet's Cafe. As an independent venue, South Street continue to offer so much to the town and it's constantly developing culture.
Shopping
The Oracle
Bridge StreetEssentials
Tesco Express
5-6 Crown StGetting Around
Reading Station
Entertainment & Activities
Rowing squads for men, women and juniors in a large Thames-side clubhouse with a balcony and bar.
Reading Rowing Club
Richfield AvenueRowing squads for men, women and juniors in a large Thames-side clubhouse with a balcony and bar.
Parks & Nature
Riverside area with athletic fields, tennis courts & a bike path plus a kids' paddle pool & fishing.
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Christchurch Meadows
George StreetRiverside area with athletic fields, tennis courts & a bike path plus a kids' paddle pool & fishing.
Sightseeing
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Abbot's Walk