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River Kennet and Green Park

Reading Walks Festival 2026

An interesting linear walk through Reading to see old sights and new modern developments.

Type of Walk
Healthy exercise - more walking/less talking

More detail
A linear walk from Reading Station in the town centre, along the Kennet towpath to the disused Fobney pumping station then to a refreshment break/ toilet at the Fidget and Bob Cafe on Kennet Island. We then make our way across the new Green Park development ending at Green Park Station where participants can catch a train back to Reading Station or a bus back to central Reading.

Walk length / difficulty / accessibility
8 km / 5 miles / 2-3 hours / medium / not wheelchair accessible 

Ticket price
£3

About the walk leader
Joyce Keegan is an experienced walk leader with Windsor & District Ramblers.    

Getting there
Start outside Reading Station, in front of the Three Guineas Pub. Train and most Reading Buses routes go nearby.
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