Wokingham

Wokingham is situated in East Berkshire approximately 30 miles to the west of London which is within easy reach by car via either the M4 or the M3 and by train direct to Waterloo Station in a little over one hour. Alternatively Paddington Station can be reached by travelling via Reading from where the journey time is about 25 minutes.

Heathrow Airport is a short drive along the M4 and Gatwick Airport is easily reached via a train service directly from Wokingham Station.

Both Reading (approximately 7 miles) and Bracknell (approximately 4 miles) can be easily reached by both road (car or bus) or rail.

The town centre is renowned for its many pubs and restaurants and has a selection of shops and supermarkets to suit everyday needs. A larger selection of shops including the larger department stores can be found nearby in Reading and The Oracle shopping centre which also boasts a cinema and several bars and restaurants.

A large multi screen cinema is also situated in Winnersh about three miles to the west of Wokingham Town Centre. There is an indoor swimming pool close to the town centre and further facilities in Reading and Bracknell.

Further information about Wokingham and the surrounding area can be found at the Wokingham District Council website at www.wokingham.gov.uk

Information regarding the history of Berkshire is at www.berkshirehistory.com and the history of Wokingham can be found at www.berkshirehistory.com/villages/wokingham.html

Further information about the local area, schools etc can be found at www.upmystreet.com.