Reading Festival
Overview
21st-24th August 2025 at Richfield Avenue The biggest weekend on the UK festival calendar Reading has previously brought some of the biggest names in rock music to Richfield Avenue including legendary bands like Metallica, Guns N' Roses and Nirvana. As of late Reading has transitioned into bringing a series of international superstars to the famous site with the likes of Kendrick Lamar, Eminem and Twenty One Pilots headlining in recent years. If you have any queries, please don't hesitate to contact the accessibility team using the Reading Accessibility Contact Form. https://reading-festival.zendesk.com/hc/en-gb/requests/new?ticket_form_id=20424032546317
Contact details
Richfield Avenue Festival Site Richfield Avenue Reading South East RG1 8EQ United Kingdom
https://www.readingfestival.com/information-category/accessibility/
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Access Card notes
We are proud to be partnering once again with Nimbus Disability and the Access Card. All customers applying for accessible facilities at Reading will need to have either a valid Nimbus Access Card or a free Reading Digital Access Pass. HOW TO APPLY FOR THE ACCESSIBLE FACILITIES First you must purchase your ticket to the festival. If you require an Essential Companion ticket, do not purchase this as they cannot be refunded. If you already have an Access Card or a valid Digital Access Pass (from one of the events listed here - https://festivalrepublic.com/accessibility/digital-access-pass/) the next step is to submit your Accessible Facilities request form. This can be found on the festival accessibility page. Here you can request the facilities you need from the festival accessibility team and provide your Access Card or Digital Access Pass details so that your access requirements can be verified. The Accessibility Team will review your application and contact you by email once it has been processed. If you have not yet got an Access Card or a valid Digital Access Pass, you can apply for one using the link below. For more information about the facilities available at the event, please visit the festival accessibility page.
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A free registration is available at this venue as an alternative to an Access Card. Please use the link below to begin your application. Please note, if you already have an Access Card, you don't need to apply again. Simply provide your name and Access Card ID number to the venue. Click here to start your registration
Access guidance
- A dedicated ground viewing area is available to those who need a less crowded area and the option of sitting for short periods of time. Access to the ground viewing area will be approved in accordance with the requirements indicated on your Nimbus Access Card or Reading Digital Access Pass. The ground viewing areas are situated in front of the raised viewing platforms and are separated from the main crowds by a barrier. These are primarily standing areas, although limited seating is available and is operated on a first come first served basis. Customers may be accompanied in the ground level viewing area by a companion.
- The raised viewing platform is available for wheelchair users and those with restricted mobility. Access to the platform will be approved in accordance with the requirements indicated on your Nimbus Access Card or Reading Digital Access Pass. Only the approved customer and their essential companion will have access to the raised viewing platform. This allows us to accommodate as many customers, who require use of this facility, as possible. All raised viewing platforms have ramped access, wheelchair-accessible toilets, charging points and drinking water. Limited seating is also available at each platform. Raised viewing platforms may get busy. Please note that these are operated on a first come first served basis. The raised viewing platforms are not covered so please dress appropriately for all weather conditions.
- ACCESSIBLE TOILETS Wheelchair accessible and standard toilets for accessibility customers are located within the accessible viewing areas. They are available to all accessibility customers. CHANGING PLACES In the arena, there is a changing places unit featuring an adult changing bed, toilet, sink, and hoist. (Please note that hoist slings will not be available. Please remember to bring your own.)
- A spending area will be available for assistance dogs.
- An essential companion ticket is provided to those customers who would be unable to attend without the help and support of another person. If your Nimbus Access Card or Reading Digital Access Pass indicates the essential companion requirement, we will automatically provide you with an essential companion ticket free of charge. Please do not purchase a ticket for your essential companion as this cannot be refunded.
- BSL INTERPRETING SERVICES A British Sign Language performance interpreting service will be provided on request and at no extra charge, providing reasonable notice is given in advance of the festival. Please make sure you request this service on the Reading Accessible Facilities Application form. Customers who have requested this service will be contacted by the interpreting team for an understanding of which performances they would like covered; this is not guaranteed and subject to change. HEARING LOOPS Hearing loops will be installed at all box offices and information hubs.
- SENSORY CALM SPACES There is a Sensory Calm Tent located onsite. The aim of these spaces is to provide a safe, low-level stimulation and recalibration zone for any customers who need to use them.