Walking groups and campaigns

Joining a walking group or campaign is a great way to explore Reading, meet others and stay active. National groups:

• Ramblers – Britain’s walking charity, promoting walking for everyone
• Living Streets – a charity for everyday walking and safer streets
• Sustrans – a charity making it easier to walk and cycle across the UK

Guided Walks in and around Reading

Discover Reading with guided walking tours, led by experts and local enthusiasts.

• Reading Abbey Quarter Tour enjoy a walking tour exploring the heart of Reading led by our official Reading Museum tour guides.
• Terry’s Reading Walkabouts – friendly and informal walking tours for all ages
• Tours 2 Order – Blue Badge Guides in Reading – Blue Badge guides offering expert led tours in Reading and beyond
• Walk Reading – regular walking tours focusing on Reading’s heritage and architecture
• Walk Works – Walking in Reading – Visit Reading a series of local walks around Reading with guided and self-led options
• Pipsticks Walks themed walks around Reading
• Loddon Valley Ramblers a local branch of Ramblers offering regular countryside walks
• Alpaca walking at Bozedown Farm – a unique walk with alpacas in the countryside near Reading
• Walking.Holiday – St James’ Way – offer a 4 to 7 day self-guided walking holiday along the St James’ Way from Reading to Southampton

Walks to do on your own in Reading – downloadable leaflets and information.

Reading’s best walk – a journey through heritage and nature

Kennet & Avon Canal – Bristol to Reading – free guides for fun days in your area

Highway and country code

Follow the guidance below to stay safe and enjoy walking responsibly.

• Highway Code for pedestrians
• The Countryside Code

These codes include advice on walking near roads, in the countryside, and protecting wildlife and nature.