Reading Away Day Guide

Away Day Guide: Reading FC | The Gasroom Hub

📺 TV & Streaming Coverage

Good news for those who can’t make the trip! This match has been selected for live television coverage.

Sky Sports+ – Live broadcast from 12:30 PM
WanderersTV (iFollow) – Available for international subscribers and audio commentary for UK-based fans
Sky customers can stream via the Sky Sports app
Sky Q subscribers get HD coverage at no extra cost

🚗 Travel & Stadium Access

From High Wycombe by Car

The Select Car Leasing Stadium is approximately 19 miles from High Wycombe. Journey time is typically 25-30 minutes in light traffic, but allow extra time on matchday.

Recommended Route:

From High Wycombe, join the A404 southbound towards Marlow/Maidenhead
Continue on the A404 for approximately 12 miles
Join the A404(M) towards Maidenhead
At Junction 9B, continue on the A404 towards the M4
Join the M4 westbound towards Reading
Exit at Junction 11 (signposted A33 Reading)
Follow signs to the stadium on Bennett Road
Postcode for Sat Nav: RG2 0FL

Total distance: Approximately 19 miles | Time: 25-30 minutes

⚠️ Important: The Handy Cross roundabout (M40 Junction 4 / A404) can be extremely busy on matchdays and at peak times. Consider alternative routes via the M40 if heavily congested.

Stadium Car Parks:

Car Park 6 (Old Greyhound Stadium) – £10. Short walk to the away end
Shinfield Park & Ride – Postcode: RG2 9FW. Free parking with shuttle bus service to the stadium:
- Return bus fare: £4 Adults / £2 Children
- Buses run regularly from 90 minutes before kick-off
- Recommended option to avoid post-match traffic
Mereoak Park & Ride – Free parking with shuttle bus service

⚠️ Top Tip: Stadium parking is very limited and fills up quickly. The Park & Ride options are highly recommended to avoid traffic congestion after the match.

From High Wycombe by Train

There are no direct trains from High Wycombe to Reading. All services require at least one change, typically at Oxford.

Typical Journey:

Route: High Wycombe → Oxford → Reading
Journey Time: Approximately 1 hour 15-30 minutes (including change)
Frequency: Several trains per hour throughout the day
Cost: From £17.50 if booked in advance (typically £25-30 on the day)
Operators: Chiltern Railways (High Wycombe-Oxford) and GWR (Oxford-Reading)

For a 12:30 PM kick-off, aim to arrive in Reading by 11:00 AM.

Recommended Outbound Services:

Depart High Wycombe: 09:45-10:00
Arrive Reading: 11:00-11:15

Check live times at nationalrail.co.uk closer to matchday.

From Reading Station to the Stadium:

F1 ‘Football Special’ Bus – Runs from Station Hill, just down from the main entrance
- Journey time: Approximately 10-15 minutes
- Services run frequently from 2 hours before kick-off
- Returns available after the final whistle
Taxi – Approximately £10-£15 from the station rank

Alternative: Reading Green Park Station

Closer to the stadium – approximately 15 minutes walk
Not all services stop here – check before travelling

🏟️ Stadium Layout (Away Fans)

Away Allocation: South Stand

Wycombe fans will be housed in the South Stand, located behind one of the goals. The usual allocation is around 2,300 seats, though this can be increased for high-demand fixtures.

What to Expect:

Excellent views – Modern stadium with good sightlines from all areas
Plenty of leg room – Comfortable seating with good row height differences
Fully covered – Protection from the elements
Video screen – Located above the away section
Good atmosphere potential – Close to the pitch, allowing your voices to carry

Stadium Capacity: 24,161

Opened: 1998 (replacing Elm Park)

Nickname: Formerly the Madejski Stadium

Facilities:

Concourses: Spacious with good toilet facilities
Food & Drink: Available from kiosks – pies, burgers, hot dogs, chips. Expect to pay premium prices
Alcohol: Available up to 15 minutes before kick-off (Courage Best, Fosters, Guinness)

Note: Away fans seated near the back of the South Stand should be prepared for a steep and long climb to your seats. Get there early and take your time!

🍺 Away-Friendly Pubs & Food Options

Important: There are no pubs in the immediate vicinity of the stadium. The area is surrounded by industrial estates and retail parks. Your best options are the stadium’s Fan Zone or pubs in Reading town centre.

Stadium Fan Zone

Location: Outside the Sir John Madejski Stand (East Stand)

Opening: 90 minutes before kick-off (11:00 AM for this match)

Access: Home and away supporters welcome

Features:

Food and drink available
Large LED screen showing early kick-offs
Live music (partnership with local bar Purple Turtle)
Outdoor seating/benches
Good pre-match atmosphere

Nearest Pub to the Stadium

Holiday Inn Bar

Address: RG2 0SL (across the road from the stadium)
Distance: 2-minute walk
Welcomes both home and away fans
Convenient but can get very busy on matchdays

Pubs Within Walking Distance (20-25 mins)

The World Turned Upside Down – RG2 0JE. Approximately 20-25 minute walk from the stadium. Mixed clientele, colours generally accepted
Post House – 10 minute walk from the stadium on the old Basingstoke Road (signposted from the M4). Mixed crowd, £3 parking donation to charity

Reading Town Centre (Recommended)

Best accessed via F1 bus from Reading Station

The Three Guineas – Attached to Reading Station. Confirmed away-friendly, often busy on matchdays. Safest bet for fans in colours
The Purple Turtle – Popular with away supporters, lively atmosphere
The Greyfriar – Welcoming to travelling fans
Friar Street – Various Wetherspoon-style pubs
The Oracle – Riverside location with numerous restaurants and designer bars

⚠️ Important: Some town centre pubs may prefer football colours to be covered. The Three Guineas is generally the safest bet for away fans in colours.

Food Options

Reading Town Centre: Over 150 restaurants offering cuisines from around the world within a 500-metre radius
Stadium Concourses: Pies (chicken balti recommended), burgers, hot dogs, chips
Burger Vans: Available outside the stadium, slightly cheaper than inside

🎟️ Ticketing Information

Tickets are available through Wycombe Wanderers’ ticket office.

Purchase at: tickets.wwfc.com

General Pricing Structure:

Advance Tickets: Available at discounted prices (typically £3 cheaper than matchday)
Matchday Sales: Card only, charged at £3 premium over advance prices
Concessions: Discounts available for over-65s and under-21s
Under-15s: Must be accompanied by an adult
Away Family Area: Available for advance purchase only (no adults without children, no children without adults)

How to Purchase:

Online via tickets.wwfc.com
Phone the WWFC ticket office during opening hours
In person at Adams Park ticket office

💡 Book in advance to save money and guarantee your seat. Tickets can sell out for matches between local clubs.

📋 Essential Information

Weather Forecast

The forecast for Saturday 14th February shows temperatures around 5-6°C (40-42°F) with a low chance of precipitation (10%). It will be a cold but mostly dry day. Pack warm layers as February in Berkshire can feel quite chilly, especially in an open stadium.

Stadium Address

Select Car Leasing Stadium
Bennett Road
Reading
Berkshire
RG2 0FL

Phone: 0118 968 1100

Key Timings

Gates Open: 90 minutes before kick-off (11:00 AM)
Fan Zone Opens: 90 minutes before kick-off (11:00 AM)
F1 Bus Service: From 2 hours before kick-off (10:30 AM)
Concourse Alcohol Sales: Until 15 minutes before kick-off