Local restaurants and accommodation

Restaurants

Graduation is a special time and in addition to the short reception at the University, many graduates and their families choose to go out for lunch or dinner afterwards. Reading has many excellent restaurants in the area ranging in price. We recommend you search online in advance and to make a booking. 

Accommodation in Reading and the surrounding area

You and your guests may wish to stay overnight before or after your Graduation day. We recommend you book as early as possible once you know the date of your ceremony.

View a range of local hotels with special discounts

University of Reading – Halls Accommodation (Whiteknights Campus)

Stay on the University Campus for Summer Graduation

Enjoy a last night in halls or stay for the first time for Summer 2026 Graduation with premium ensuite accommodation is available to book between Tuesday 21 July 2026 and Friday 31 July 2026. 

Why not return to halls for your Graduation or re-live your own student life as a parent or supporter or experience the student life for the first time whilst attending Summer Graduation.

All rooms have en-suite facilities with a shared kitchen/lounge and just like a hotel - tea/coffee, bedding, toiletries, towels etc are provided.

Book now via the Venue Reading Website

Have a question? Contact Venue Reading via email or phone them on 0118 378 5657.