Step Free 3 Bridge Stroll
Step Free* walk around the river Thames and three of Reading’s Bridges (*includes some slopes and kerbs)
Date and time
Location
Outside Three Guineas, Reading Station
Reading Station forecourt Reading RG1 1LY United KingdomRefund Policy
About this event
Key facts
- Part of the Reading Walks Festival 2024
- Sociable - make new friends while you are walking.
- Paved, mostly flat and step free* walking from Reading Station to the river Thames. (*includes some slopes and kerbs)
- Medium / 4km / 2 hours
- Start and finish - The Three Guineas Pub at Reading Train Station
- Comfortable shoes, water bottle, snack.
- We will stop for regular breaks, so please bring drinks or snacks. There is also the option of joining us for lunch at the end too.
- Toilets at the start / end of route and at the halfway point with a short detour.
- Family friendly
- Wheelchair accessible
- Please note: this walk is repeated on 19 May at 10:30
About the walk
We will take in three of Reading’s bridges as well as the Christchurch Meadows where we can stop for a break and take in views of the city across the water. During our walk we will learn some interesting facts about Reading as well as meet new like-minded people. Once we finish our walk you have the option of joining us for a lunch at the end too!
About the walk leader
Clare Jarratt is the walk leader.
"I am the Engagement Officer for the Thames Path National Trail. I love getting out and exploring our beautiful countryside and meeting new people."
Getting there
Meeting point: The Three Guineas Pub at Reading Train Station https://what3words.com/loves.talked.trade
Daily trains from multiple locations, for route information, see https://www.gwr.com/. Many Reading buses routes also drop off close to the station.
Many Reading Buses drop close by. The Yellow 26, Berry 23, Berry 24, Little Berries 29 and Pink 22 routes stop directly outside the station. For more information, see Reading Bus Website https://www.reading-buses.co.uk/services.
Parking can be found at Reading Train station, but must be book in advance, please see https://stationparking.apcoa.com/faq/ for more details.
Tickets
General Admission
0£3.00Child
0FREE
Frequently asked questions
Sorry! Dogs are not permitted to join any of our walk unless a guide dog or assistance dog
Some of the walks are suitable for younger children. Please see each walk description. All children MUST be accompanied by a paying adult.
All our walk leaders have assessed their walk for accessibility, by which we mean the walk features smooth(ish!) pathways with ramps (if steps) and wide entrances for individuals with mobility challenges. Accessible walks will be identified in the walk description. Get in touch if in doubt.
We live in a country with changeable weather. There is no such thing as bad weather, just the wrong clothes! The walks will take place in all but the worst weather. You will be notified by the walks leader if it is to be cancelled. If you aren’t able to attend, please alert the walks leader so your
We are unable to provide refunds if you can no longer attend. In the very unlikely situation that the Festival has to cancel the walk, you will be offered a full refund.
Your walk leader will have a list of everyone who has booked a ticket so you don’t need to bring a print out of your ticket. However, if you haven't booked in advance, your walk leader will not be able to accept you on the walk.
Please dress for the UK in May! It could be lovely, hot or rainy! Many of the walks are in urban areas so no special walking kit is required. Please do bring water though and a coat! For longer/countryside walks, please ensure you have suitable footwear/walking boots, rain protection etc.
Our walks are designed to link into the bus and train system so please try and use public transport. Details of how to reach the start/end point of the walk by public transport is given in each walk description. If parking is available, it will be included in the walk description.
Please do not come if you are feeling unwell. If you have any medical conditions, please either alert the walk leader and advise them of any medication you are carrying. Your health remains your responsibility at all times.
Once you have booked a walk, you will get an automatic confirmation of your place. Nearer the time, the walks leader will then contact you with his/her contact details and any special instructions for the day. The Festival organiser, REDA, can be reached at alex.brannen@reading.gov.uk