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Berkshire House Reading Student Accommodation Overview

University life settles into a routine quite quickly. Lectures, grocery shopping, laundry, group work, and the occasional trip into town soon become part of the week. Berkshire House Reading puts those places within easy reach, so there's less time spent travelling and more time getting on with university.

The property offers private studio accommodation, shared study areas and social spaces, all under one roof. Reading town centre is nearby, local buses run towards the University of Reading, and Reading Railway Station is within walking distance. Berkshire House student accommodation suits students who want their own space while staying close to everything they use during the academic year.

Berkshire House Address & Location

Address:

Berkshire House
 252–256 Kings Road
 Reading RG1 4HP
 United Kingdom

Kings Road links the property with Reading town centre and the University of Reading. The Oracle, supermarkets, cafés, takeaway restaurants and local bus stops are all nearby. Reading Railway Station can be reached on foot in around 17 minutes, with direct services to London and other major cities.

Why Choose Berkshire House Reading Student Accommodation?

Private studios are the main reason many students book Berkshire House accommodation. Each room has its own kitchen, bathroom and study area, so you don't need to share your personal space.

Other reasons students choose the property include:

• Private studio rooms throughout the building.

• University of Reading is around 10–15 minutes away by bus.

• Reading town centre and The Oracle are within walking distance.

• Electricity, gas, water and high-speed Wi-Fi are included in the rent.

• Study rooms, gym, lounge, private dining room and outdoor courtyard are available for residents.

• CCTV, secure entry, parcel collection, bike storage and an on-site maintenance team are provided.

Room Types & Prices at Berkshire House

Every room at Berkshire House student accommodation is a self-contained studio with a private bathroom and kitchenette.

Room Type	Weekly Rent	Bathroom	Kitchen
Budget Studio	From £230	Private	Private
Standard Studio	From £240	Private	Private
Superior Studio	From £245	Private	Private
Superior Plus Studio	From £255	Private	Private
Studio Apartment	From £280	Private	Private

Budget and Standard Studios are the smallest options in the building. Superior Studios provide additional floor space, while the Studio Apartment is the largest room available at Berkshire House Reading.

What's Included at Berkshire House

Most regular household bills are already included in the rent.

Included in Your Rent	Covered
Electricity	Yes
Gas	Yes
Water	Yes
High-speed Wi-Fi	Yes
Fully Furnished Studio	Yes

Groceries, transport and personal spending remain separate, but utility bills are already covered.

Facilities at Berkshire House

Residents have access to shared facilities throughout the building as well as their own private studios.

Category	Facilities
Study	Study rooms
Social	Common room, TV lounge, lounge area, communal kitchen, private dining room, pool table, outdoor courtyard, garden
Fitness	Gym
Practical	Laundry room, parcel room, parcel collection, bike storage
Security	CCTV, secure entry, on-site maintenance
Accessibility	Wheelchair accessible

Study rooms give residents another place to work outside their studios. The common room, dining room and courtyard are available throughout the week, while the gym, laundry room and parcel collection help with everyday routines. CCTV, secure entry and the on-site maintenance team are available throughout the property.

Universities Near Berkshire House Reading

Lectures are easy to plan when the campus isn't far from home. Berkshire House Reading is close to several universities and colleges, and regular buses along Kings Road make travelling across Reading straightforward.

University	Distance	Approximate Travel
The University of Law – Reading Centre	0.68 miles	Around 12–15 minutes on foot
University of Reading – London Road Campus	0.68 miles	Around 12–15 minutes on foot
Impact International College	0.70 miles	Around 12–15 minutes on foot
University of Reading – College of Estate Management	1.15 miles	Around 8–10 minutes by bus
University of Reading – Whiteknights Campus	1.42 miles	Around 10–15 minutes by bus
University of Reading – Greenlands Campus	1.92 miles	Around 15–20 minutes by bus
University of West London	1.95 miles	Around 15 minutes by bus
Henley Business School	11.62 miles	Around 30–35 minutes by bus or train

The University of Law, the University of Reading's London Road Campus and Impact International College are all within walking distance. Whiteknights Campus is well served by buses running along Kings Road, while Reading Railway Station makes longer journeys, including Henley Business School, much easier.

Nearby Places Around Berkshire House

Most errands can be finished without travelling very far. Supermarkets, cafés, parks and libraries are spread across the city centre, making everyday routines simpler for residents at Berkshire House student accommodation Reading . 

Supermarkets & Shopping

• Sainsbury's Local

• Tesco Express

• Co-op Food

• Marks & Spencer Foodhall

• Lidl

• The Oracle Shopping Centre

• Broad Street Mall

Cafés & Restaurants

• Workhouse Coffee

• Costa Coffee

• Starbucks

• Caffè Nero

• Outlook Coffee Bar

• Wagamama

• Miller & Carter

• Turtle Bay

Libraries

• Reading Central Library

• University of Reading Library

• Reading College Library

Parks & Outdoor Spaces

• Forbury Gardens

• Christchurch Meadows

• Kings Meadow

• Palmer Park

Fitness

• Berkshire House On-site Gym

• PureGym Reading Town Centre

• The Gym Group Reading

• Anytime Fitness Reading

Healthcare

• Royal Berkshire Hospital

• Reading Treatment Centre

• Kings Road Surgery

• Nuffield Health Reading Hospital

Conclusion

A good student home saves time in ways you notice every week. Shorter trips to campus, nearby supermarkets, reliable bus routes and useful facilities all make day-to-day life easier. Berkshire House Reading brings those practical advantages together, making Berkshire House accommodation a solid choice for students who want convenience alongside their own private space.