Palmer Park

Palmer Park is a 49-acre (20-hectare) green space in Reading featuring open lawns, sports facilities, and walking paths that cross the entire grounds. The site includes a stadium with a velodrome, two children's playgrounds, and several football pitches.

The grounds were established in 1891 through a land donation from the Huntley & Palmers biscuit company, marking the start of its role as a public recreation area. This generous gift allowed the town to develop what would become one of its major parks.

A memorial dedicated to World War I soldiers stands within the grounds, serving as a place where the Reading community gathers to remember local lives lost. The monument reflects the importance of collective memory in this public space.

The park is easy to navigate on foot with connected pathways linking all areas together. Visitors should note that sports facilities and pitch use vary by season, so it is worth checking if specific areas are in use when planning a visit.

During summer months, some football fields are converted into cricket pitches, revealing the site's flexibility for different sports. This seasonal transformation allows the space to serve various sporting communities throughout the year.

Location: Reading

GPS coordinates: 51.45200,-0.93900

Latest update: December 14, 2025 12:22