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Outdoor music festival Reading

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Overview of Reading

Full of fascinating attractions and just a short train journey from London, it's no wonder Reading is such a popular destination for travellers in the South.

Reading has wide-reaching appeal, but especially for its beautifully-preserved historical buildings and abundance of scenic walks along the River Thames. Those visiting for the annual Reading Festival, one of the biggest music events in the country, will also find it easy to get to and from Reading by train.

 
 
Outdoor music festival Reading

Visit Reading

Full of fascinating attractions and just a short train journey from London, it's no wonder Reading is such a popular destination for travellers in the South.

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Popular sites such as Reading Abbey have long made the city a favourite destination for sightseeing, but Reading has kept up with the times too, and is recognised as one of the top shopping destinations outside of London.

Reading is also a major centre for business, and travellers heading to Reading by train will find a wide range of convenient hotels to choose from during their stay.

 

With frequent inter-city services to London and beyond, it's convenient to visit Reading by train from many destinations in England. Reading railway station is located in the city centre, making it the perfect starting point for getting around during your trip.

If you're visiting other towns and villages in Berkshire, taking a train to Reading and arranging car hire could be the easiest way to get there.

 
 
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Outdoor music festival Reading

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Best Western

Find great things to do and places to visit all across the UK with Best Western's Year of Get Up and Go. There's festivals and theatre shows, through to museums and activities for kids. Visit the events finder for more inspiration for things to do across the UK in 2012.

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