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Things to do in Reading

 

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Reading Delta Force Paintball Site - Fernwood
Ranked #1 of 27 attractions in Reading
Category: Game/ Entertainment Centres
Owner description: Fernwood is located on the outskirts of Reading, based on top of the country hills on a private estate. You can enjoy great... more » Owner description: Fernwood is located on the outskirts of Reading, based on top of the country hills on a private estate. You can enjoy great views of Reading while defending the Alamo Stockade! Fernwood also offers a modern base camp and 7 game zones, including Castle Wolfenstein, Afghan Command Post, The haunted Graveyard, a Bridge too far and Viet Cong Villages. The centre is located 4 miles away from Reading Train station, easily accessible by car. « less
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Ranked #2 of 27 attractions in Reading
Category: Hiking Trails

The Kennet and Avon is a canal and river which starts in Reading and finishes in Hanham Lock, near Bristol. more »

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Ranked #3 of 27 attractions in Reading
Category: Museums; Educational Sites

The main Reading Museum is housed in the Old Town Hall at the eastern end of Friar Street, in the centre of Reading. The building, opened in 1875, was designed by the architect... more »

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Ranked #4 of 27 attractions in Reading
Category: Ancient Ruins; Historic Sites

Silchester is about 20 minutes drive from Reading and was once  the ancient  Roman town of Calleva Atrebatum. All that remains are the ruined amphitheatre and town walls, which... more »

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Ranked #5 of 27 attractions in Reading
Category: Historic Sites
Owner description: An 18th-century house, a 1950s homeThis is a story of grandeur created, dissolved and resurrected - not once, but... more » Owner description: An 18th-century house, a 1950s homeThis is a story of grandeur created, dissolved and resurrected - not once, but twice.Basildon Park is an impressive Georgian mansion, surrounded by glorious parkland, which was lovingly rescued from ruin by Lord and Lady Iliffe in the mid 1950s. The house you see today is a re-creation and restoration of the 18th-century mansion. They restored the elegant interior and scoured the country salvaging 18th-century architectural fixtures and fittings. They filled their comfortable new home with fine paintings, fabrics and furniture, which can still be enjoyed by visitors today. « less
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Ranked #6 of 27 attractions in Reading
Category: History Museums
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Ranked #7 of 27 attractions in Reading
Category: Museums
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Ranked #8 of 27 attractions in Reading
Category: Arenas/ Stadiums/ Fields

The Madejski Stadium, home to Reading Football Cub and London Irish Rugby Football Club, is a 24,161 seat stadium to the south of the town on the A33, close to Junction 11 of the... more »

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Ranked #9 of 27 attractions in Reading
Category: Nature/ Wildlife Areas

Beale Park is an animal park and children's play area located just outside Reading. more »

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Ranked #10 of 27 attractions in Reading
Category: Historic Sites; Landmarks/ Points of Interest; Gardens; Parks

Forbury Gardens is a public open space adjacent to Reading town centre, to the east of the Chruch of St Lawrence. The Gardens were laid out in Victorian times on part of the site... more »

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Ranked #11 of 27 attractions in Reading
Category: Parks

Wellington Country Park is over 350 acres of woodland, lakes and park near the border between Berkshire and Hampshire. more »

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Ranked #12 of 27 attractions in Reading
Category: Speciality Museums
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Ranked #13 of 27 attractions in Reading
Category: Game/ Entertainment Centres
Owner description: Weekend Warriors Paintball Centre, Cane End, Reading. Great value paintballing for all groups; birthdays, stag/hen,... more » Owner description: Weekend Warriors Paintball Centre, Cane End, Reading. Great value paintballing for all groups; birthdays, stag/hen, corporate, schools, social clubs. Whether you are 11 years old or 99 years young, a day at Weekend Warriors will be your most memorable action-packed and adrenaline-filled day out ever! « less
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Ranked #14 of 27 attractions in Reading
Category: Historic Sites

Mapledurham House is an Elizabethan manor house located by the River Thames near Reading. more »

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Ranked #15 of 27 attractions in Reading
Category: Historic Sites

Stratford Saye House has been home to the Dukes of Wellington since 1817 and has exhibitions on the first Duke of Wellington. Entry to the house is by guided tour only. more »

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Ranked #16 of 27 attractions in Reading
Category: Theatres
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Ranked #17 of 27 attractions in Reading
Ranked #18 of 27 attractions in Reading
Category: Water Sports

Lagoona Park is a 30 acre site with a 25 acre weed controlled lake, based outside of Reading not far off the M4. They offer a experiences of jet skis and bikes and jet ribs (a... more »

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Ranked #19 of 27 attractions in Reading
Category: Architectural Buildings; Religious Sites

St James is a Catholic church in the Norman style designed by the famous Victorian architect A.W.Pugin (who assisted in the design of the Houses of Parliament). It is located on... more »

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Ranked #20 of 27 attractions in Reading
Category: Game/ Entertainment Centres
Owner description: Predator Assault, Laser combat is the newest and most exciting laser combat company in the UK. We use the latest and most... more » Owner description: Predator Assault, Laser combat is the newest and most exciting laser combat company in the UK. We use the latest and most realistic Predator Colt M4 Carbine Rifles and Beretta M9 replica, digital Laser guns to ensure that you experience the ultimate Laser combat experience. Our challenging missions are suitable for anyone aged 6 and over – from seasoned veterans to new players, and are designed for the maximum adrenalin.. We use the latest digital Laser taggers, which fire a completely harmless infra – Red beam with pinpoint accuracy, up to 300 metres. Do not be fooled by other companies who use older equipment and less life like laser equipment. Ours is the newest. « less
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Ranked #21 of 27 attractions in Reading
Category: Theatres

The Hexagon is a theatre and arts venue showing plays, musicals, pantomimes and music groups. more »

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Ranked #22 of 27 attractions in Reading
Category: Religious Sites

St Laurence was originally one of Reading's three medieval churches but was extensively rebuilt in the 15th century. Inside is a memorial to the 17th century mathematician, John... more »

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Ranked #23 of 27 attractions in Reading
Category: Religious Sites; Ancient Ruins

The ruined walls of the medieval Reading Abbey, founded in 1121 by King Henry 1, still stand close to Reading Town Centre. The Abbey went on to becomeone of the most powerful in... more »

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Ranked #24 of 27 attractions in Reading
Category: Religious Sites

St Mary's Minster is a medieval church with a 16th century checkerboard tower in St Mary's Butts in the town centre. more »

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Ranked #25 of 27 attractions in Reading
Category: Historic Sites

   Pincents Hill - local "Wildlife Beauty Spot"    Nestling in the  Sulham Valley  4 miles west of Reading between the localities of Tilehurst, Calcot and Theale    Ancient... more »

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Ranked #26 of 27 attractions in Reading
Category: Religious Sites

One of Reading's three medieval churches, but with lots of Victorian additions. Located just south of the town centre in Southampton Street. more »

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Reading Bowl, Calcot
Ranked #27 of 27 attractions in Reading
Category: Bowling Alleys
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