Name: ELIZABETH LINE WALK SERIES: Reading to Goring & Streatley, 11.8 miles, moderate
Start: 2025-01-18T10:30:00Z
End: 2025-01-18T15:30:00Z
Location: Reading station (north entrance)

**This Thames side walk is the 1st part of the Elizabeth line walk series, which will take place once a month throughout 2025.**

Advance booking is not required, but if you plan on attending this walk, please indicate this on Meetup if you can, so others can see that there will be plenty of people going.

Pace: medium. Ascent: 88m.

[Please see our website for more information about the group.](https://www.berkshirewalkers.co.uk/event/reading-to-goring-and-streatley-11-8-miles-moderate/)

**Walk details**

The walk will take us from Reading station to Goring & Streatley station and offers a lovely journey along the River Thames, moving from the lively heart of Reading into scenic countryside and picturesque river views. Beginning at Reading Station, we'll make our way down to the Thames Path, where we’ll then walk westward along the riverbank. The first stretch takes you through Caversham and alongside lush parks and tree-lined paths, with views of riverboats and rowers on the water. Continuing along the Thames Path, we'll pass through calm stretches of farmland and meadows, which in the Spring and Summer is dotted with wildflowers and shaded by mature trees. We’ll pass through quaint riverside villages like Pangbourne, where we'll be stopping off at The Greyhound Inn for lunch. Crossing through beautiful locks and occasional wooden bridges, you’ll feel immersed in the natural tranquility of the Thames Valley. As we near Goring & Streatley, the landscape opens up to offer views of gentle hills and riverside houses nestled along the banks of the Thames. The riverside walk finishes at the twin villages of Goring and Streatley, which sit on either side of the river with historic churches, inviting cafes, and a peaceful atmosphere that marks the perfect finishing point to the walk. For those who want a pint at this point, we'll be stopping off at The Miller of Mansfield, which is only a short walk from the station.

Please note, there's the option to drop off in Pangbourne for those who want a slightly shorter walk, which is around the 8 mile mark.

**Travel details**

*By public transport*

As this walk starts at Reading station, there's no need to take the train from Reading. If you're travelling to Reading by train, please leave enough time to reach the north side of the station.

*By car*

The best car park is the multi-storey car park next to the north entrance of Reading station, which costs £13.50 to park for up to 24 hours on a Saturday.

**Dogs**

Dogs are welcome on this walk, provided they are kept under control at all times and placed on a lead when requested by the walk leader.

Please see our dogs policy on our group website for more details.

**Notes**

* Please bring a packed lunch and plenty of water.
* It might be muddy – please wear suitable footwear.

Please see our group website for more information: https://www.berkshirewalkers.co.uk/

Please contact the leader directly if you are delayed on the day or can't find the group (find contact details on [our website](https://www.berkshirewalkers.co.uk/event/reading-to-goring-and-streatley-11-8-miles-moderate/)). **We are unlikely to respond to Meetup comments or messages sent on the day in enough time to be helpful.**

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Reading station (north entrance)

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