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Reading is a great destination to visit for group travel, with exciting attractions, cultural museums, excellent shopping, and things to do in the town year-round. Plus, as one of the best-connected towns in the UK, it’s easy to travel to and around Reading, with coach travel and parking as well as public transport options.
Be inspired by our ideas and download our Trade Brochure for more information and to get in touch.
Explore one of Reading's original 'B's - Biscuits
A visit to Reading in 2022 could be inspired by our Biscuit Town itinerary. Visit the Biscuit Town: 200 years of Huntley & Palmers in Reading exhibition at The Museum of English Rural Life (The MERL) from 10 May - 25 September, marvel at the collection of over 300 biscuit tins at Reading Museum, take a guided tour of Biscuit Town, a self-guided walk around Reading's biscuit heritage and an afternoon tea at the Roseate Reading hotel or on board a Thames River Cruise. Read the trade announcement or watch our introductory film.
Walk through Reading's history
Reading Abbey Ruins, over 900 years old and the burial site of King Henry I of England are open every day and offer guided group tours. A heritage visit to Reading also includes finding out more about the time famous figures Jane Austen and Oscar Wilde spent in what is now known as Reading’s Abbey Quarter and wondering at the only full-scale replica of the Bayeux Tapestry, which can be seen in Reading Museum.
See Reading from the water
Reading boasts boat and river trips along the longest stretch of the River Thames in any English local authority area, with cruises running to nearby Mapledurham and further afield. Or visit the Lido, Reading's stunning riverside spa for a leisurely dip and Spanish-inspired cuisine.
Stay over in style
Discover the region’s best range of hotels in Reading, with a wide range of accomodation options to suit all budgets, from cheap and cheerful through to 5 star luxury.
Contacts
Reading UK - Alex Brannen: 07860 779166 / alex@livingreading.co.uk
Download the Travel Trade brochure for contacts at Reading tourism businesses and organisations.
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