Need to plan accommodation? Want to find somewhere to eat or drink? Here's a directory of local services and facilities.
None of the people or organisations listed below have paid in order to be listed. This listing is provided purely as guidance. The Hall Committee does not endorse or sponsor any of these organisations nor is it responsible for the content or availability of external web sites.
Jump to: florists | general shops, post offices and newsagents | hotels | libraries, schools and information centres | local radio | museums | off licenses | other services | party services | petrol stations | public houses | supermarkets | taxis
Florists
Special Occasions
Basingstoke Road, Three Mile Cross, Reading
Telephone orders accepted with credit cards. Delivery service available.
Phone: 0118 988 2618
1.4 miles (approx 5 mins) - Directions from the Hall
General shops, Post Offices and newsagents
Spencers Wood Post Office
Basingstoke Road, Spencers Wood, Reading
Post Office services plus an extensive range of stationery, greeting cards and toys.
Phone: 0118 988 3288
2.5 miles (approx 9 mins) - Directions from the Hall
Three Mile Cross Post Office and Stores
Basingstoke Road, Three Mile Cross, Reading
Phone: 0118 988 4199
1.4 miles (approx 5 mins) - Directions from the Hall
Hotels
Premier Inn (Reading South)
Grazeley Green Road, Reading, RG7 1LS
Premier Inn with Chef and Brewer pub and restaurant next door.
Phone: 0870 9906454
Web: www.premierinn.com
1.5 miles (approx 5 mins) - Directions from the Hall
Libraries, schools and information centres
Burghfield Library
School Lane, Burghfield Common, Reading, RG7 3JZ
For opening hours, please see their website.
Phone: 0118 983 3632
Web: www.westberks.gov.uk
4.1 miles (approx 15 mins) - Directions from the Hall
Grazeley Parochial C. of E. (Aided) Primary School
Mereoak Lane, Grazeley, Reading, RG7 1JY
The Village primary school.
Phone: 0118 988 3340
E-mail: admin@grazeley.wokingham.sch.uk
Web: www.grazeley.wokingham.sch.uk
0 miles - Directions from the Hall
Reading Tourist Information Centre
Chain Street, Reading, RG2 7HD
Planning a trip to Reading? Make your first stop Reading Visitor Centre for advice and help on accommodation booking, local transport, what to see and a whole lot more.
Phone: 0118 956 6226
Web: www.readingtourism.org.uk
5.6 miles (approx 15 mins) - Directions from the Hall
Ryeish Green School
Hyde End Lane, Ryeish Green, Reading, RG7 1ER
Local secondary school and sixth form.
Phone: 0118 988 3133
E-mail: office@ryeishgreen.wokingham.sch.uk
Web: www.ryeishgreen.wokingham.sch.uk
2.1 miles (approx 9 mins) - Directions from the Hall
Spencers Wood Library
Basingstoke Road, Spencers Wood, Reading
For opening hours, please see their website.
Phone: 0118 988 4771
Web: www.wokingham.gov.uk
2.2 miles (approx 8 mins) - Directions from the Hall
Local Radio
BBC Radio Berkshire
BBC Radio Berkshire is available on 104.1, 104.4, 95.4 and 94.6 FM or online at www.bbc.co.uk/berkshire.
Web: www.bbc.co.uk
Reading 107FM
Reading 107 is Reading's brightest radio station. Find it at 107FM or listen online at www.reading107fm.com.
Web: www.reading107fm.com
Museums
Museum of English Rural Life
Redlands Road, Reading, RG1 5EX
An exploration of the history of farming and the English Countryside. A Museum whose collections are Designated as being of national importance.
Phone: 0118 378 8660
E-mail: merl@reading.ac.uk
Web: www.merl.org.uk
5.8 miles (approx 11 mins) - Directions from the Hall
Reading Museum
The Town Hall, Blagrave Street, Reading.
Reading Museum Service cares for a rich variety of objects collected since the 1880s. The collections tell the stories of people and places through archaeology, art, history and natural history from prehistory to the present.
Phone: 0118 939 9800
Web: www.readingmuseum.org.uk
5.2 miles (approx 14 mins) - Directions from the Hall
Off licenses
Hop Inn
Basingstoke Road, Spencers Wood, Reading
Phone: 0118 988 5155
1.8 miles (approx 6 mins) - Directions from the Hall
Three Mile Cross Post Office and Stores
Basingstoke Road, Three Mile Cross, Reading
Phone: 0118 988 4199
1.4 miles (approx 5 mins) - Directions from the Hall
Other services
Lets Go Walkies
14 Hound Green Close, Hound Green, Hook, Hants, RG27 8LG
We are a husband and wife team that run a reliable, trustworthy and friendly service with very competitive rates. Our commitment to our clients is paramount. Your pet will be in safe, experienced and caring hands. All breeds of dog/cat, and all pets, big/small are welcome. We are based in Hound Green near Hook and serve within a 10 to 15 mile radius. We are fully police checked and fully insured. We also hold a certificate in canine first aid.
Phone: 0118 932 6190
E-mail: letsgowalkies@aol.com
Web: www.letsgowalkies.net
8 miles (approx 14 mins) - Directions from the Hall
Party services (bouncy castles, children's party entertainment, discos, etc.)
Entertainers (Yellow Pages link)
Web: www.yell.com
Les Millar, Photographer
PO Box 105, Farnborough, Hampshire, GU14 8YL
Professional photographer offering services for weddings, portfolios, journalism, commercial services and more.
Phone: 01252 520868
E-mail: les@lesmillar.com
Web: www.lesmillar.com
Light Fantastic Disco
Lighting / Disco / PA hire for all occasions. Light Fantastic can cater for all your party needs. Children's Parties / Birthday parties / Celebrations / Weddings / Special occasions to name but a few – anything is possible – free estimates. Contact Stuart Wright.
Phone: 0118 988 9539 / 07968 782559
E-mail: stuartlwright@hotmail.com
Mobile disco services (Yellow Pages link)
Web: www.yell.com
Party planners and organisers (Yellow Pages link)
Web: www.yell.com
Rainbow Castles
15 Church End Lane, Tilehurst, Reading, RG30 4XA
All you need to do is book with us, we will deliver, set up the inflatable of your choice, at the end of the day will come back pack it and take it away. Reliable and friendly service providing bouncy castles for indoor or outdoor use. Full member of the British Inflatable Hire Association. Full Public Liability Insurance. Prices include delivery, set up and collection. Full details available on RainbowCastles.com.
Phone: 0118 375 0972 / 07899 881028
E-mail: information@rainbowcastles.net
Web: www.rainbowcastles.com
Silly Billy Vento
Top Class Comedy Ventriloquist and Vocal Entertainer with Magic and impressions.
Phone: 0800 118 2658
E-mail: pauldumas@supanet.com
Web: www.theukventriloquist.com
Sprogsplay
Sprogs Play hire inflatable and bouncy castles for any occasions and for children or adults. Why not try a combination hire deal, like a bouncy disco, a spectacular laser light show disco and a bouncy castle with games and prizes provided.
Phone: 07966 937179
E-mail: paulrumble78@msn.com
Web: www.sprogsplay.co.uk
Petrol stations
BP Roman Road filling station
Basingstoke Road, Three Mile Cross, Reading
Phone: 0118 988 2334
1.4 miles (approx 5 mins) - Directions from the Hall
Shell Fairfield
Basingstoke Road, Whitley, Reading
Phone: 0118 922 4500
2.1 miles (approx 8 mins) - Directions from the Hall
Public houses and bar hire services
The Old Bell at Grazeley Green
Grazeley Green Road, Reading, RG7 1LS
Chef and Brewer pub and restaurant with Premier Inn next door.
Web: www.pub-explorer.com
1.5 miles (approx 5 mins) - Directions from the Hall
The Swan, Three Mile Cross
Basingstoke Road, Three Mile Cross, Reading
Traditional Free House and Restaurant, specialising in Real Ale and Real Food.
Phone: 0118 988 3674
Web: www.theswan-3mx.co.uk
1.4 miles (approx 5 mins) - Directions from the Hall
Supermarkets
Asda
Chalfont Way, Lower Earley, Reading
Supermarket and petrol station. For opening hours, please see their website.
Phone: 0118 987 3314
Web: www.asda.com
4.2 miles (approx 16 mins) - Directions from the Hall
Morrisons
Rose Kiln Lane, Reading, RG2 0HB
Supermarket and petrol station. For opening hours, please see their website.
Phone: 0118 931 0357
Web: www.multimap.com
3.5 miles (approx 9 mins) - Directions from the Hall
Sainsbury's
Bath Road, Calcot, Reading
Supermarket and petrol station. For opening hours, please see their website.
Phone: 0118 938 2200
Web: www.sainsbury.co.uk
6.5 miles (approx 14 mins) - Directions from the Hall
Tesco Extra
Napier Road, Reading
Supermarket and petrol station. 24 hour opening, Monday – Saturday.
Web: www.multimap.com
6.2 miles (approx 15 mins) - Directions from the Hall
Taxis
Peter Alexander
Phone: 0118 988 2979 / 07836 537024
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