About this Event
Walk leader – Centenary Tour Guides
1.5km | 1hr 30 mins
Discover the story of the University of Reading’s historic London Road Campus – the place where the University truly began its journey in the early 1900s. This walk takes you through the beautiful grounds and architecture that shaped the University’s early identity. Explore buildings generously gifted by the Palmer family, whose legacy helped establish Reading as a centre of learning and innovation. Wander through the elegant quadrangle, purpose-built to echo the collegiate charm of Oxford, and uncover the stories behind the people, places, and vision that made this campus the heart of the University’s heritage.
Start: University of Reading, London Road Campus, RG1 5AQ – campus entrance off Redlands Road
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Getting there: Bus 21 from the town centre, Kendrick Student Village stop then a short walk. If you are travelling by car, a parking permit to park on London Road Campus will be provided.
You must register for this walk to secure your place.
If you are feeling unwell or have any cold symptoms on the day, we kindly ask that you do not attend.
If you have any questions or need further information, please contact Molli Cleaver, University Community Engagement Manager – [email protected].
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
University of Reading, London Road Campus, 4 Redlands Road, Reading, United Kingdom
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