Historic libraries · South East England
University of Reading library
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University of Reading library — main library of the University of Reading.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
- Nearest railway station
- Earley · 1.9 km
- Free entry
- Limited wheelchair access
About
University of Reading library is a place of interest in South-East England. Built or established in 1964, it dates from the modern period. It sits within the Earley and Woodley parliamentary constituency. The nearest railway station is Earley, about 1.9 km away. Postcode area RG6.
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Official information
The University of Reading library offers a range of resources and study spaces for students and the public. Visitors can access books, online articles, and various study aids to support their academic work.
Place summary
The University of Reading library, located in Earley, South-East England, is a modern library established in 1964. It serves as a key resource for students and researchers, offering a comprehensive collection of academic materials.
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- Coordinates
- 51.4401, -0.9449
- District
- Wokingham
- Parish
- Earley
- Postcode
- RG6 6EB
- Parliamentary constituency
- Earley and Woodley
- Phone
- +44 (0) 118 378 8770
- Established
- 1964
- Nearest railway station
- Earley — 1.9 km
- Opening
- Mon - Sat: 08:30 - 17:00; Sun: Closed
- Official site
- www.reading.ac.uk
Sources
- wikidata: Q128190176 (CC0)
- commons: University of Reading library.jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is University of Reading library?
- University of Reading library is in South-East England, United Kingdom (postcode RG6 6EB), in the parish of Earley.
- What is University of Reading library?
- University of Reading library — main library of the University of Reading.
- How do I get to University of Reading library?
- The nearest railway station is Earley, about 1.9 km away. Drivers can use postcode RG6 6EB.
- When was University of Reading library built?
- Built or established in 1964.
- How do I get to University of Reading library?
- The nearest railway station is Earley, about 1.9 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode RG6 6EB.