For day one of our celebrations, we're looking forward to welcoming you to the University of Reading's wonderful Whiteknights campus for a day of fun, learning and creativity!
If travelling via bus, register now and keep an eye on your inbox for your exclusive Centenary Community Festival QR code. Simply scan it when you board the bus to unlock free bus travel on routes 21 and 20 – quick, easy, and contactless. This will only be valid on 16 May 2026.
The University is served by excellent public transport links. Bus and train information is available on the University's Visit us page.
Reading train station is served by a direct link bus service to and through Whiteknights campus. Don't forget to scan your Community Festival QR code for free bus travel on the day.
You're advised to alight at the Whiteknights House bus stop. Once you arrive, follow signage or speak to one of our student ambassadors to seek your first activity.
Planning to cycle to the Community Festival? We’ve got you covered!
Enjoy a free bike service by Dr Bike at this year’s Community Festival – all bikes welcome. Bring yours along for a quick tune-up and get ready to ride smoothly all summer long.
Bike racks are available at Palmer Quad. Please remember to lock your bike securely.
No bike? No problem! On the day, you will be able to borrow a bike from Reading Bike Hub at 16 King Street, RG1 2HE. This will be free of charge on the day of Community Festival. You can cycle to the festival and return the bike later the same day.
We recommend you use the Shinfield Road entrance to the University and follow event signs to Car Park 1a. Please note that parking for this event is free of charge and no ticketing will be in operation. Parking will be on a first come first served basis.
Blue badge parking is located in all of our car parks, and there is a dedicated blue badge parking area outside the JJ Thompson Building. This is marked on our festival map.
Once parked, please follow signage or speak to one of our student ambassadors to seek your first activity.
Find detailed information about how to get to the University, including a map of Whiteknights campus, on our Visit us page.
We're committed to making Community Festival as accessible and welcoming as possible. Find out about Blue Badge parking, our on-site mini-bus, accessible facilities, and our quiet room.
