🏙️ Reading Student Guide

Reading is very well-connected to London (25 mins on Elizabeth line). A popular choice for students who want proximity to London.

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Reading Borough Council

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📍 Local tips

1

Elizabeth line to London Paddington in 25 minutes

2

The Oracle shopping centre and Broad Street Mall for shopping

3

Whitley and Caversham are affordable residential areas

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