To avoid disappointment, it is advisable to book a place in advance to visit us. Please do not travel without making a booking.
Please note that from 15 April 2025 we will have reduced staffing levels so will not be able to offer the current number of spaces. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause. Please see our Planning a Visit Page for full details on how to make a booking.
The Royal Berkshire Archives is a large glass building situated on the western edge of Reading town centre, on the corner of Coley Avenue and Castle Hill.
Our address is 9 Coley Avenue, Reading, RG1 6AF.
We have free onsite parking which includes disabled spaces.
Important: Please see read this news item about parking to avoid fines.
