Travel & Accommodation
However you plan to attend Pride, it’s always best to arrive in style! There are numerous ways to travel to Reading Pride given our location we’re just a short distance from Reading town centre.
Accommodation

Pentahotel Reading

One of the finest hotels in Reading, Pentahotel sits at the heart of Berkshire’s Royal heritage surrounded by castles, churches and outstanding natural beauty. Pentahotel Reading is a 206-bedroom, six-floor concept designed with style and comfort in mind. At the heart is the iconic Pentalounge: part bar, part restaurant and part chill-out area, it’s an ideal place to unwind after a long day or get together to plan your next adventure.

If you are planning a trip to London and want to stay somewhere that avoids some of the commotion of the capital city, we can offer you the perfect solution. A great alternative to a hotel in London, Pentahotel Reading is just a ten-minute walk to Reading Station. Usually there are 611 trains per day that run between Reading and London, so you should have more than a few choices when it comes to what time you want to make your journey. Speaking of which, if you pick a fast train, you can find yourself in central London in just 25 minutes, and tickets can be under £20, especially if you book them in advance. Easy!

 

Malmaison Reading

Malmaison Reading is conveniently located next to Reading train station and close to the town centre. Built in 1844, our Reading hotel is the oldest surviving station hotel in the world, perfectly retaining the style and decadence of the golden age of rail travel. Think luxe decor, roll-top baths, and gigantic, soft beds and you’re on the right lines. Take your pick from 75 fabulous rooms and suites, each complete with only the best amenities, and settle in for the night.

Travelling to Reading

1. Love Unites Festival; 2. Hill’s Meadow Car Park
Arriving by Train
With direct trains, Reading connects with Oxford (24mins), London Paddington (30mins), Swindon (30mins), Birmingham (1hr 35mins) and from many more locations.

The Love Unites Festival is just a short walk from the train station and easily located from the main entrance on the town side of the train station, turn left and head down Forbury Road towards the roundabout. Turn left again and head under the bridge until the next roundabout. If you can’t hear the event by now, then just turn right at this roundabout, and you’ll arrive at King’s Meadow.

Arriving by Bus
If you plan to arrive by bus, please check your local bus services to plan your journey. Make sure you check before you travel, as any strike announcements may affect your route or journey time.

Parking

We have limited disabled parking available on site for blue badge holders only and no public parking on site. Please follow signs for the traders entrance and have your blue badge ready to show to security at the gate.

Alternative Car Parks: