Best First Year Student Accomodation At University of Reading?

Hi, I was thinking about applying to the Uni of Reading this year, and wanted to get an idea of accommodation. I was wondering what residences are the considered to be the best, and the most social. I'd preferably like to be in a self-catered hall with an en-suite, however I'm open to ideas! Thanks

Hi, I was thinking about applying to the Uni of Reading this year, and wanted to get an idea of accommodation. I was wondering what residences are the considered to be the best, and the most social. I'd preferably like to be in a self-catered hall with an en-suite, however I'm open to ideas! Thanks

Hey!

Great to hear you're thinking of applying to Reading!
Great question - I think it really does depend on individual preferences. Do you want to be near anything in particular? I was in Bridges, which is just across the lake by the Psychology and Agriculture buildings. Bridges is self-catered and has options of shared and ensuite bathrooms - it is probably the most modern of the halls as it is the newest. I loved it there and there was a good mix of social and quieter areas!
You can find a full list of the accommodation options available with en-suite here, but I think the most 'social' ones may be considered to be those that are in our Park group as they are near Park Bar. This includes accommodation such as Mackinder, Greenow and McCombie, Childs and Stenton. Are there any other factors you want to consider? This may help when choosing the right place for you!

I would also advise having a look on the website (the link above) at the virtual tours available for some of them, and if possible, come along to an open day to see some in person as that will also help you get a bit of a feel for the options available!

Skye 🙂
4th Year MSci Speech and Language Therapy Student

pls give me advice on reading university and if i should go , would it be worth it ?

Hi @Angela Pallisery,
Great to hear you’re considering Reading! Personally I’ve had a great 4 years here, and I’d encourage everyone to visit us and see what you think, as well as look at our website reading.ac.uk for more information about us. May I ask what you’re looking to study to help answer your question better?

Kat 🙂
MA Diplomacy Student

Hi @Angela Pallisery,
Great to hear you’re considering Reading! Personally I’ve had a great 4 years here, and I’d encourage everyone to visit us and see what you think, as well as look at our website reading.ac.uk for more information about us. May I ask what you’re looking to study to help answer your question better?

Kat 🙂
MA Diplomacy Student

Hi @Angela Pallisery,
Great to hear you’re considering Reading! Personally I’ve had a great 4 years here, and I’d encourage everyone to visit us and see what you think, as well as look at our website reading.ac.uk for more information about us. May I ask what you’re looking to study to help answer your question better?

Kat 🙂
MA Diplomacy Student

i am coming for an offer holder day soon for university of reading , i really want to go but i am unsure at typography , its not really something i am interested with but its a good uni , i would love to join but i need more information