Prominent Central Reading Freehold Office Building
Summary
- Purpose built office building prominently situated in Reading town centre.
- Arranged over ground, first and second floors with secure undercroft car parking.
- Total Measurement: 20,544 sq ft GIA. IPMS 3 Net Internal area measurement :16,405 sqft (1524 sqm).
- The property is well-suited for alternative uses and could potentially be converted to residential, co-living, student accommodation, or hotel accommodation, subject to obtaining the required planning permissions.
- The building is located 0.7 miles from Reading Station (Elizabeth Line and Great Western Rail) providing convenient access to Central London.
- Freehold (Title No. BK259946) with Vacant
Accommodation
The accommodation comprises the following areas:
| Name | sq ft | sq m | Availability |
| Ancillary - Roof / Plant | 1,586 | 147.34 | Available |
| 2nd | 6,260 | 581.57 | Available |
| 1st | 6,153 | 571.63 | Available |
| Ground | 5,874 | 545.71 | Available |
| Lower Ground | 671 | 62.34 | Available |
| Total | 20,544 | 1,908.59 |
Location
Strategically positioned just 40 miles west of Central London, Reading delivers exceptional connectivity with 21-minute direct rail links to Paddington via Great Western Railway and seamless access through the Elizabeth Line network.
Reading’s economy benefits from substantial knowledge sector investment, bolstered by the University of Reading’s research capabilities and graduate talent pipeline. The town’s strategic location within the Thames Valley corridor positions it at the heart of the UK’s technology and innovation landscape.
The town anchors a robust retail ecosystem centred on the nearby Oracle flagship shopping destination featuring premium national and international brands including John Lewis, Marks & Spencer, Zara, Reiss, and Rolex.
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Mainline Stations
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Reading12 mins
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Reading West19 mins
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Earley44 mins
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Tilehurst58 mins
Underground Station
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Reading12 mins
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Twyford94 mins
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Maidenhead224 mins
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Taplow258 mins
Further Information
Rates Payable Upon Enquiry
Service Charge n/a
Estate Charge n/a
EPC Rating This property has been graded as F (137)
Description
A self-contained office building ideally located just moments from Reading town centre. The property is arranged over ground, first, and second floors, and benefits from generous on-site parking situated beneath the building. Currently configured for office use, the ground floor features a spacious reception area flanked by open-plan office space on either side.
The first and second floor provide a mixture of open plan office space and meeting rooms. Vertical circulation is provided via a single passenger lift, with two staircases offering additional access to all floors. The rooftop accommodates the building’s plant; however, subject to obtaining the necessary planning consents (STP), there is potential for further development through the addition of an extra floor.
Viewings
Inspections are by appointment only and can be arranged by contacting a member of the Vail Williams team below.
Tenure
Freehold
Data Room
Data room access is available on request, via Vail Wiliams.
EPC
F (137)
AML
In accordance with Anti-Money Laundering and sanction check requirements, two forms of identification will be required from the purchaser or tenant and any beneficial owner together with evidence/ proof identifying the source of funds being relied upon to complete the transaction.
VAT
The property is elected for VAT
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