Complimentary secure underground parking is provided for hotel residents. In addition, the hotel is a 1-minute walk from the Winnersh Triangle Train Station, on the Reading to Waterloo line and a short 6 minute train journey to Reading town centre, where the Reading to Paddington fast-train (20-minutes) departs. 

Fancy a flutter on the horses? Take in a race-day and cheer the thoroughbreds down the home straight at Royal Ascot Racecourse, 10 miles from the hotel. There are regular meetings throughout the year, but if you really want to make an impact, dress up for Royal Ascot week in June. Sip a glass of bubbly on Ladies' Day and join the unofficial competition for the most outrageous hat.

If you have a craving to visit a country estate made famous by the movies, make the 15-mile trip to Basildon Park, seen in the 2005 film adaptation of "Pride and Prejudice". This 18th-century mansion is set in picturesque parkland, where you'll be able to explore a maze of nature trails. Another highlight is majestic Highclere Castle, home to the "Downton Abbey" series, 20 minutes from the hotel.

A 15-mile drive from the hotel will take you to the picturesque town of Windsor, filled with cobblestone streets and quaint tearooms. On a tour of Windsor Castle, the Queen's weekend residence, you can admire the grandeur of the State Apartments and St. George's Chapel. Children and adults alike will love seeing Queen Mary's Dolls' House, and you can also explore 13 acres of gardens and grounds.

If bargain hunting is your thing, make some time to visit the central Reading shops, only three miles away. Stop by the Oracle shopping centre to browse around 90 shops and grab a bite to eat in one of 20 cafés, or catch a movie in the 10-screen cinema. Ready for more? Nearby Broad Street Mall has dozens of shops on three floors.

LEGOLAND® is less than 15 miles away, and is a great day out for all ages.