My perfect Reading weekend

Reading residents share what they love to do at the weekend and how they make the most of their free time in our lovely town.

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My perfect Reading weekend: Sh*t Things in Reading

Follow Sh*t Things in Reading on his perfect weekend around town, involving dingy old man pubs, Reading City FC and the jukebox at Up The Junction.

Suzanne Stallard

My perfect Reading weekend: Suzanne Stallard from Jelly

Suzanne Stallard, the founder and director of Reading arts collective Jelly shares where she finds art in Reading. Her weekend involves visiting open art studios, brunching at Picnic, getting creative inspiration from Reading’s cafes and exploring Cemetery Junction.

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My perfect Reading weekend: Matt Siadatan from Thames Lido

Thames Lido restaurant manager and former Mya Lacarte co-owner Matt shares his favourite dining spots and the things he loves doing on a weekend in Reading.

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My perfect Reading weekend: Toby Davies from Reading Between the Lines

Discover what Toby Davies, co-Director of Reading Between the Lines theatre company, loves about our town, his favourite historical sites and his top cultural spots in Reading.

Dave Maul Heavy Pop

My perfect Reading weekend: Dave Maul

Heavy Pop boss and music promoter Dave Maul shares his favourite local bands, Reading gig venues and what to look out for in our town’s music scene.

Zsuzsi Lindsay

My perfect Reading weekend: Zsuzsi Lindsay

Zsuzsi Lindsay, organiser of Reading Fringe Festival, shares her ideal way to spend a weekend in our lovely town, her favourite cultural spots and the Fringe shows to watch.