The Away End

Away supporters' handbook

Away guide

Select Car Leasing Stadium

Reading, Reading. The away section isn't confirmed yet — check your match ticket.Nearest station is Reading (shuttle bus), Roughly 25–45 min walk (estimate; crowds may add time). By road: M4 J11.

Commonly known as Madejski Stadium.

Venue information verified: 14 October 2026

Note: Away section varies or has not yet been verified — check the allocation details on your match ticket.

Matchday reminder: Kick-offs, allocations, transport and local arrangements can change. Recheck official club and travel information before booking or setting off.

Upcoming home fixtures

Travel planning

  • Christmas and New Year rail services are often reduced; check National Rail before travelling.
  • Engineering work can affect weekend services; check the operator close to the match.
  • Big local or international events can increase demand for trains and rooms — book early.
  • Kick-off times can move for television; times marked here are subject to change.
Stylised illustration of Select Car Leasing Stadium in Reading
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Getting there

  • Bus from Reading station — The ground is out towards Junction 11 of the M4; buses run regularly on matchdays.
  • Reading station — A long walk, so most fans take the bus or a taxi instead.
  • Driving — M4 J11, then follow signs; the stadium has ample car parking, unusual for this level.
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Food and drink options

No official away pub found for this ground. Suggestions below are not verified with the club; colours policies vary and fixture restrictions may apply.

  • Madejski/stadium retail units — Chain restaurants surround the ground, the standard pre-match option. Colours policy unknownMap
  • Reading town centre — A far better range of pubs and restaurants if arriving early enough to make the trip worthwhile. Colours policy unknownMap
  • Stadium concourse — Extensive facilities befitting a big ground. Colours policy unknownMap
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Worth the detour

Reading Abbey Ruins

Historic ruins in the town centre, free to visit.

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Museum of English Rural Life

Quirky, well-regarded museum near the university.

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Thames-side walks

Riverside paths through the town centre, a pleasant pre-match option.

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Off the beaten track

Lower-profile pubs, cafés and corners. Not yet verified — check opening times and any colours policy before visiting.

  • The Nag's Head, Reading

    Traditional pub away from the main matchday routes, favoured by locals.

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  • Prospect Park

    Large green space with good views, a short bus ride from the centre.

    Open in maps

  • Forbury Gardens

    Small, attractive park by the abbey ruins, a quiet pre-match stop.

    Open in maps

Transport alert

Weekend rail

Engineering work can affect weekend services into Reading; check the operator close to the match.

Local event

Local arrangements

Arrangements can vary by fixture — check your club's supporter information before travelling.

Ground note · unverified

The stadium is a considerable distance from the town centre — plan transport carefully if combining both.

Ground note · unverified

Reading's fall from the Premier League means away allocations and pricing can be higher than expected for League One.

From the away end

Away-end reviews & seat views

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Places to eat in Reading

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Best pubs in Reading

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