Reading Rail Station substantial line closures September 2017

By karenstanbridgeSep 08, 20170 Comments
To prepare for the electrification of the railway lines around Reading there will be a substantial number line closures at Reading Station over the weekend 16-17 September affecting the majority of routes into the station. This work is unfortunately scheduled during our University arrivals weekend, however we are confident that this should cause only minimal disruption as those welcoming new students have prepared their arrivals advice to deal with this. New and returning students (and staff) please ensure you plan your journeys carefully to avoid experiencing delays. Further line closures will be taking place on Sunday mornings until Christmas time.…
Travel and Transport
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Travel offers for students

The University has a large number of offers for current students to help make your travel choices more sustainable and affordable! Check our list below, with links to the relevant internal/external offers. We are always eager to hear suggestions on further sustainable travel offers that will be of benefit - if you any suggestions, please let us know by emailing sustainability@reading.ac.uk. Cycling offers Free cycle maintenance Take advantage of our regular campus visits from Dr Bike, who provides free tips and basic maintenance to keep your bike in good working order. Dates and locations of Dr Bike visits available here. Free…
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Travel offers for staff

The University has a large number of offers for members of staff to help you choose more sustainable modes of travel. They are listed below with links to the relevant internal/external offer. We are always eager to hear suggestions on further sustainable travel offers that will be of benefit to our staff - if you any suggestions, please let us know by emailing sustainability@reading.ac.uk. Cycling offers Free cycle maintenance Take advantage of our regular campus visits from Dr Bike, who provides free tips and basic maintenance to keep your bike in good working order. Dates and locations of Dr Bike visits available…
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Cycle safety and security

On this page you can find tips for keeping both you and your bicycle safe and secure. Use the links below to take you to our tips. Always use your lights at night! Reasons why this small part of bike safety is so important: You can get a £50 fine for cycling without lights at night in the UK. It is inconsiderate and unsafe for other path users on campus – they can’t see you coming, and even if you don’t hit them it can scare / stress them. Drivers can’t see you so you’re risking your own safety. Follow…
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Cycling to the University

Cycling is a great way to get fit and save money at the same time. The Whiteknights campus offers an ideal green environment for cyclists to explore the natural beauty the campus has to offer. We welcome responsible cyclists who follow our guidelines for sharing the space safely with other cyclists, pedestrians and drivers. On this page... This page outlines all the facilities and offers available to cyclists and those considering cycling to and around the University. Scroll down to find out: how to get yourself a bike how to keep yourself safe how to keep your bike secure how…
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Driving to the University

In accordance with our University Travel Plan we encourage all University staff, students, contractors and visitors to consider alternative modes to single occupant private car when travelling to the University. Visit all our Sustainable Travel pages for more information. For those who do need to drive, you can find all of the information you need on this page to help you get to the University while making your trip more sustainable. Co Wheels Car Club Did you know that there are three sites at the University from you can hire a car for periods as little as 30 minutes by…
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Walking to the University

Walking is a wonderful form of travel. There is no better way to get to where your going whilst keeping fit, exploring the local area and (requiring no fuel or equipment) being truly carbon neutral! Walking to our campuses Our campuses in the Reading area are within easy walking and cycling distance from local stations. Below is advice on how to reach both main entrances to our Whiteknights campus (at Shinfield Road and Earley Gate), our London Road campus and our Greenlands campus in Henley-on-Thames. For each image you can; hover for estimated time/distances click for the route on Google…
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Bus travel

The University works closely with local bus providers to ensure a great service to our campuses and to provide travel discounts for students and staff. Travelling by bus helps to reduce carbon emissions, amount of congestion on our roads and the amount of local air pollution! On this page you will find all that you need to know about: Bus fares and offers Bus routes Free park and ride for staff and students Visual guide to getting the bus Bus fares and offers Boost tickets (student offer) By purchasing a Boost ticket when travelling anywhere around Reading town, students can…
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Alternatives to Travel

The most 'environmentally friendly' form of travel is generally not travelling at all! Following the COVID-19 pandemic, we have the knowledge, experience and technology to make remote study and working much easier. Substituting travel with technology can also save you time and money. On this page staff and visitors to the University can find information on practical alternatives to travel and working remotely in a sustainable way. Check out the University's tips on How to set up and hold a conference call in Teams. If you would like to book a conference room to video-conference, you can do so here. Further…
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Travel Plan and Monitoring

Travel Plan Our latest University of Reading Travel Plan 2024 sets out our plans and targets to support sustainable travel over the next 5 years. It is extremely important that the University continues to set targets and make progress against them in order to minimise our impact on the local environment. More detail of previous sustainable travel plans can be found in the University of Reading Travel Plan 2022-23 and University of Reading Plan 2017-2022. Our Travel Plan is monitored by the biannual travel survey. Travel Survey The University conducts a survey of staff and student travel every two years.…
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