The Thames Path

Reading was built on the River Thames and the Thames Path National Trail runs right through the heart of the town. Reading has the longest Thames frontage of any local authority along the river's length. With the railway station only five minutes walk from the river it is easy to join the Thames Path here, starting or finishing a leg in Reading.   

For those looking for a round walk along the Thames, download our Reading Thames walk leaflet to explore the riverside for an hour or two in Reading. 

Reading makes a good stopping point on the Thames Path. There is lots of accommodation near or on the river, relax at the Thames Lido, enjoy a cup of tea on the tea barge, take to the water on a Thames River Cruise or try your hand at paddle boarding...