Old Burghclere Travel Guide
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pentahotel Reading
"- Breakfast is very basic, would not recommend. Save your money and go somewhere else. - Bedrooms are very dirty and smelly. - Checked in to my bedroom which had a dirty toilet full of stains, the toilet would not flush properly. Water running thru the whole night. Sink getting blocked everytime ..."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026

The Winchester Hotel & Spa
"We stayed as a stop over for one night. We selected the hotel based on location and a lift as we had a heavy bag. When we’re arrived all parking was taken so we parked directly in front of the hotel and were told it was council owned and we needed to park and display - no help with finding the park ..."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026

Novotel Reading Centre
"We stayed here because we have found Novotel perfect for our needs before, as a stop over on the way to Heathrow. Nice clean room with good shower. Quiet. 5 minute walk to RailAir bus stop. Will use again."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026

PREMIER SUITES Reading
"A great location to stay and easy to get to and from the train station. Had booked using Hotels.com and booked 2 apartments. Whatever the mix up was I got a call saying I hadn’t paid for any of them and was a total mix up. Language barrier didn’t help and would put me off doing it again"
Reviewed on 8 May 2026

Unique, Spacious, Self-Built Eco House with Huge Garden and Movie Room
"We had a wonderful weekend here with friends and our children. There is a great open plan living space that opens out onto comfortable outside seating and the garden. There is a great cinema room but the huge garden with climbing frame, football posts, swing and access to a tennis court meant the ..."
Reviewed on 5 May 2026

City Wall House by House of Fisher
"Sad to see a 4-star facility degraded to a 2-star one. Furniture and electrical items were in a terrible state. Complaints were met with 'we have reported it to maintenance' which basically means that nothing will be done during your stay! Shower head had to be propped up with rope to stop it falling! ..."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Popular places to visit

Highclere Castle
Visit this stately home which is also the setting of the acclaimed BBC drama Downtown Abbey. Appreciate its grandeur, beauty and expansive grounds.

Donnington Castle
Explore the crumbling remains and towering gatehouse of this once mighty 14th-century castle, which was an integral part of the English Civil War.

Welford Park
You can find out about the history of Welford with a visit to Welford Park. Visit the spas and top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

Shaw House
After a tumultuous history and a massive restoration project, this Elizabethan manor is now a center for events and conferences.

West Berkshire Museum
Delve into the history of Newbury and West Berkshire at this delightful regional museum that focuses on the surrounding landscape and the lives of local people.
Newbury Racecourse
Enjoy a trip to Newbury Racecourse and popular activities such as golfing in Greenham. Make time to visit the area's spas or simply enjoy its lively bars.
Activities

Bombay Sapphire Gin Cocktail Masterclass and Tour

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