{"id":3360,"date":"2022-02-25T11:18:00","date_gmt":"2022-02-25T11:18:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/clooper.com\/blog\/?post_type=areaguide&p=3360"},"modified":"2022-03-02T11:38:54","modified_gmt":"2022-03-02T11:38:54","slug":"the-clooper-area-guide-to-reading","status":"publish","type":"areaguide","link":"https:\/\/clooper.com\/blog\/area-guides\/the-clooper-area-guide-to-reading","title":{"rendered":"The Clooper Guide To Reading"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

You May Know Reading<\/a> From The Eponymous Reading Festival!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This historic Berkshire town is more than meets the eye. Boasting fantastic travel links, stunning greenery and an excellent nightlife scene – Reading has something for everyone. The local, the temporary local, or the happy holidayer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

PROPERTIES AND PRICES<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

TO BUY:\u00a0<\/strong>Reading is about forty miles outside of London, meaning that the prices benefit from not being Central London prices. Spacious one-bedroom apartments start at around \u00a350,000 to buy. There are also shared ownership opportunities where you can purchase a shared property from around \u00a360,000 upwards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

TO RENT:\u00a0<\/strong>Reading has a high population of young folk and professionals. Therefore, there are many opportunities to find flats or house shares. All bills included, prices ordinarily start from \u00a3350. You can also get a decent studio apartment for around \u00a3600 per month, or a single-bedroom apartment for a similar price.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

TO STAY:<\/strong> Typically, luxury serviced apartments in Reading start at about \u00a370-\u00a390 per night. You can browse through some of our available properties here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Unsplash \/ Ray Harrington<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

GREEN SPACES<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Prospect Park is the first name that comes to mind in terms of green spaces in Reading. This public park was once a stately home’s gardens. There are numerous sports pitches to enjoy, as well as swathes of space for other activities. Picnicking, a stroll with your close friends, a spot of sunbathing. A rare opportunity in England, we know!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Arthur Newbery Park is another fantastic recommendation. Here, you can even net a view of the River Thames — while your little ones enjoy the large public playground.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

One of the best, hence why we saved it for last, is Forbury Gardens. Forbury Gardens is one of the highest-rated parks by locals. Locals praise it for being beautiful as well as peaceful. The perfect place to unwind and enjoy a calm stroll. When the holidays roll around, there’s even a Christmas Winter Lights Trail! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

THINGS TO DO<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Reading is of course known for its outdoor rock festival. This huge festival takes place yearly and is on par with similar festivals such as Download. There is also a stunning town centre chock full of amenities and fun activities. Here are just a few.<\/p>\n\n\n\n