Reading has one of the UK's largest business districts, popular university & nightlife scene and of course one of the biggest festivals of the summer! Useful Links & Great Days out:-
Newbury Racecourse: Over 100 years old and as such combines heritage with everything a modern sporting and events venue can offer from Horse Racing to Driving Range to conference facilities.
The Racecourse, Newbury, RG14 7NZ
Tel: (01635) 40015
Ascot Racecourse: Hosting a 26 day programme of jump and flat fixtures and with some of the world’s best races offering the highest value prize money in the UK, and of course not forgetting Royal Ascot!
Ascot Racecourse, Ascot, SL5 7JX
Tel: 0870 727 1234
Reading Festival: One of the biggest Festivals of the year returns for 2010, the UKs premier indie festival has been running since the 60's, this is one not to be missed!
Richfield Avenue, Reading
Kennet Cruises: Cruise the Kennet & Avon Canal or the River Thames by narrow boat for self-drive day hire for up to 12 passengers also Party charter hire - traditional narrow boat. Scheduled public trips from The Cunning Man at Burghfield Bridge, Aldermaston and Reading Town Centre.
14 Beech Lane, Earley, READING, RG6 5PT
Tel: (0118) 987 1115
For further infomation call the NEWBURY TOURIST INFOMATION CENTRE on 01635 30267 or visit www.visitwestberkshire.org.uk or www.newbury.tourist-information-uk.com |