Historic pubs · South East England
The Butler
In or near Sonning.
The Butler in England South East, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Reading West · 0.7 km
- Limited wheelchair access
About
The Butler is a historic pub in England South East, United Kingdom. Britain's pubs are a cornerstone of its tourist appeal — from medieval coaching inns and timber-framed alehouses to grand Victorian gin palaces — and many are listed buildings serving real ale and traditional food.
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Place summary
The Butler is a pub located in Reading, an unparished area of South-East England. It offers a traditional pub atmosphere, suitable for casual dining and socialising. Visitors can expect a selection of beverages and a relaxed setting typical of local establishments. The pub serves as a community hub, reflecting the character of the area.
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- Coordinates
- 51.4559, -0.9811
- District
- Reading
- Parish
- Reading, unparished area
- Postcode
- RG1 7DS
- Parliamentary constituency
- Reading Central
- Phone
- 01189595500
- Nearest railway station
- Reading West — 0.7 km
- Opening
- Mo-Th 12:00-23:00, Fr,Sa 12:00-24:00, Su 12:00-22:30
Sources
- wikidata: Q26407305 (CC0)
- fsq: 4bedc24a2c082d7f8d732f42 (Apache-2.0)
- fhrs: 280166 (OGL v3)
- osm: w97662269 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is The Butler?
- The Butler is in South-East England, United Kingdom (postcode RG1 7DS), in the parish of Reading, unparished area.
- What is The Butler?
- The Butler in England South East, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to The Butler?
- The nearest railway station is Reading West, about 0.7 km away. The nearest town is Sonning. Drivers can use postcode RG1 7DS.
- How do I get to The Butler?
- The nearest railway station is Reading West, about 0.7 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode RG1 7DS.