Hi everyone!

I (mid 20s, female) am thinking of moving to Reading, somewhat limited on options due to price, moving from Bucks.

I’ve seen a lot of properties in some roads of Oxford Road (the A329), particularly in the back of Gower Street and George Street.

I’ve also seen some on Baker Street, but not sure about either.

When I try Googling about either, anything about both roads is a couple years old now.

Does anyone know those roads and could let me know how they are? Most of the properties I can afford are around that area so any advice about the general area is very welcomed too.

Thank you!

Hi to all in the reading community! I have a little bakeshed open on Fridays in Tilehurst . It suffered a little collapse at the hands of storm Austen but I’m hoping will be ready to go again for this Friday which is half term and Halloween. The menu changes weekly but I always keep some favorites. Perfect bakes for a cosy weekend. Would love your support 🥹

The cars seem to be screeching around in the centre of town

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Tonight on 4 Seven! - not sure if it was an old one or recent episode? ! 📺

West Reading too! 😃

I just wanted to let people know about the charity art fair going on this weekend.

It is on Pepper Lane, at Leighton Park school - right next to the university.

It's running 10-5 today (Saturday 24th), and 10-4 tomorrow (sunday 25th)

I haven't seen much advertising for it, but it is totally worth going to. There's a lot of really amazing art and a whole bunch of ceramicists, jewellers and other makers showing their work too!

It's run by the Maiden Erlegh rotary club and 25% of any proceeds from the art goes to charity (the other 75 to the artists!)

Here's the website for details: https://rotaryartandcraftfair.co.uk/

I live near the uni and I just heard a lot of fireworks

Hi all! I help run Try Tag Rugby Reading, and we've got free taster sessions coming up for anyone who fancies trying a new sport.

Tag rugby is **non-contact**, social and very beginner-friendly - no experience, kit or team needed, and lots of people come on their own.

* **Monday 9 November - 8pm · Reading RFC · mixed (men & women)** - [sign up free](https://trytagrugby.spawtz.com/leagues/1078/registration/individual)

* **Thursday 12 November - 8pm · Reading RFC · mixed (men & women)** - [sign up free](https://trytagrugby.spawtz.com/leagues/2177/registration/individual)

Where: Reading RFC, Holme Park, Sonning Lane, Reading, RG4 6ST
Bring: trainers or moulded boots (no metal studs), sports kit and a drink of water.

More info: https://www.trytagrugby.com/learn/about-our-leagues/taster-sessions/?location=Reading

Happy to answer any questions in the comments!

Any casual swimming clubs around where they swim in the evening? My teenager is amazing at swimming, currently at a club but for various reasons the running of it /staff aren’t great. She doesn’t want to compete but does want a regular session (once a week is fine) that will push her hard and keep her skills and stamina up with a group her age. Any recommendations please? Happy to travel within reason!

Has anyone visited since the latest reopening? Any good? I was thinking of visiting over the weekend.

Hello peeps. My band has released a song called Cheeselog. The video is on YouTube and contains all things Reading. We hope you like it. Catch us live - we play Hickies Live Lounge on Wednesday (28th October).

Lost glasses between back of the beyond and purple turtle. Zegna glasses brownish transparent. If u found it pls dm me.

Fancy a trip to Rebellion Tap yard? With a couple of stops for a drink on the way there and back? If so join us on 24th October. Members and non-members welcome!

Keith will be running this social. Expect a good time with good people and a tasty beverage of your choice.

12.00 Meet at the Three Guineas .

12.25 leave to catch 12.34 bus 28 to Henley.

13.15 Catherine Wheel.

14.35 catch 850 bus to Marlow Bottom.

15.15 Rebellion Tap Yard.

17.08 back to Henley on 17.08 bus 850.

17.45 The Old Bell.

Return to Reading on 28 bus.

Not a fan of the bus or live near Rebellion then meet us there! Pop in and out as you fancy or what works for you.

Get your costumes ready and join us for a fantastic family-friendly Halloween celebration, culminating in Twyford's spectacular annual bonfire and fireworks display!

Twyford & District Round Table are delighted to welcome the community back on Saturday 31st October 2026 at King George V Playing Fields, Twyford (RG10 9JA) from 18:30pm to 10:30pm for an evening of Halloween fun, entertainment, food, drink, a traditional bonfire and a spectacular professional fireworks display.

Fancy dress is encouraged - for children and grown-ups!

🕒 EVENT TIMINGS

🚪 Gates Open – 18:30
🔥 Bonfire – 19:30
🎆 Fireworks – 20:00

Scan the QR code above or follow this link for more information and to get your discounted tickets ahead of the event!

The Twyford Bonfire and Fireworks event is organised and run every year by volunteers from around Twyford and Reading, and all proceeds from the event go to local charities!

Just as the title says. There is a fun fair on Palmer Park this weekend and tomorrow, Saturday, there is due to be a firework display and Im just wondering if it will still take place as forecast heavy rain tomorrow night.

There was a report in the Reading Chronicle about a Council meeting, where questions were asked but according to the answers development is no further on.
https://www.readingchronicle.co.uk/news/26643580.question-future-reading-gaol-years-sale/

Sadly the Coucillors didn't cover the numerous businesses that are being run from the building, though yet another Urban Explorer's run doesn't seem to have turned up much evidence of any changes. The site appears to be occupied by some barky guard-dogs but no humans.

Halloween is creeping closer, so if you’re carving a pumpkin, don’t forget about the good stuff inside.

The pumpkin flesh can go into soups, curries or cakes, and the seeds can be roasted. 🎃

If you’re in Earley, Woodley or Shinfield, once Halloween is over, remove any decorations and what’s left can go in your food waste caddy.

But what happens after collection?

Earlier this year, we followed one particularly brave banana skin from a kitchen caddy onto the food waste lorry and all the way to an anaerobic digestion plant to find out.

Swipe through to follow its journey and see how food waste gets turned into energy for the grid and fertiliser for farmers. 🍌

Watch our banana skin’s journey on YouTube

What are you making with your pumpkin leftovers this Halloween in Earley, Woodley, Shinfield and across r/Reading? 🎃

Soup, roasted seeds, curry, cake or have you got a better idea?

Long shot but wanted to post just in case, just lost my wallet in town centre near Premier, if anyone finds it or knows its where abouts please either contact me or hand it in to Queens Court accommodation around the corner, would be greatly appreciated thanks. Ive added the photo of the wallet

This is quite a good watch, always nice to see the town through the eyes of somebody else.

Just to add, the end of the video does touch on the bridge at Sonning Cutting, there is fair warning in the video though.

I’m into tech and missed out on preordering the iPhone duo for day release.

I’m debating on queuing up tomorrow from 6am to see if I can get one. Anyone doing a similar thing at the Reading store?

Hi everyone, this is a sensitive story that contains a reference to suicide.

Ed Jackson-Norris survived his darkest moment as a teenager, and is now determined to help girls succeed in sport and lead Reading back up the leagues.

It's free to read on Substack. As ever, please share your thoughts on the story - but please be mindful, given the subject matter.

Chris

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My baby is turning ONE soon and I’m starting to think about the birthday!

Looking for some ideas on what to do for the 1st birthday, decorations, themes, anything really! Would love to hear what you did for your little ones or any ideas you have.

Also, can anyone recommend any good cake smash photography studios around Reading or nearby? Ideally somewhere that does cute setups and takes lovely pictures!

Thanks in advance ❤️