TRAVEL
to the UK
For everyone coming from outside of the UK, please find some relevant information (incl. new ETA Visa) at the bottom of this page.
from London to Reading
Take the Elizabeth Line or National Rail from Paddington Station to Reading Station.
to & From the Venue
Venue address: Mapledurham House, Reading RG4 7TR
We kindly ask that you organise your own transportation to the venue.
We have arranged coaches from 11pm onwards from the venue to Reading Central Station or Pangbourne. Kindly let us know via the RSVP form if you would like to take one of these options, or if you will arrange your own transportation.
Car
Parking is available in a field adjacent to the venue. Please navigate to this what3words address: ///ruled.detail.bless and follow the one-way system using on-site signage to the venue’s parking. Do not head directly to Mapledurham House, as this takes you to the wrong entrance and road access is narrow.
Kindly note: If you have chosen to leave your car at the venue overnight after the party, please be aware that cars left at the venue are left at their own risk and must be collected the following day by 10am (the gate may be locked after this time).
Taxi
Taxis are a practical way to get to and from the venue. As the mobile phone reception at Mapledurham Estate is limited, the venue recommends arranging transportation in advance to avoid any inconvenience. The music finishes at 11pm and we are asked to leave the venue by midnight. We’re happy to connect you with other guests in your accomodation in order to facilitate cab sharing. Please find below a list of local taxi hires:
Henley Taxis | +44 (0)1491 574 222 | info@henleytaxis.ltd.uk | http://henleytaxis.ltd.uk/
Eagle Cars | +44 (0)7958 437 250 | eagletaxicompany@gmail.com | http://eagletaxicompany.co.uk/
500 Cars | +44 (0)1189 500 500 | info@500cars.com | http://500cars.com/
Pang Valley (Private Hire) | +44 (0)1189 842 424 | info@pangvalleyprivatehire.com
Chrissie’s Cabs | +44 (0)7766 207 555 | chrissie@chrissiescabs.com
Gilberts of Chesham | +44 (0)1494 771 000 | bookings@gilbertsofchesham.com | http://gilbertsofchesham.com/
Public transportation
There are no bus or train stops in walking distance of the venue.
to the UK (cont’d)
Visas
IMPORTANT FOR GUESTS TRAVELLING FROM OUTSIDE OF THE UK
From 2 April 2025, non-nationals may need an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) - this includes non-UK nationals travelling from EU countries, like Germany (refer to website for full list). It is valid for 2 years and costs £16. Follow the link for ETA application & details here
Airport
The nearest airport to the event venue (Mapledurham, Reading) is London Heathrow (LHR). There are multiple travel routes from the airport to Reading:
Tube: Take the Elizabeth Line from Heathrow Terminals, changing at Hayes & Harlington, where there is a direct line to Reading Station. This takes roughly 1 hour.
Bus (RailAir): Take Coach RA1 from Heathrow Terminals to Reading Rail Station. This is direct and this takes roughly 1 hour.
There are several car rental companies at Heathrow Airport including: Europcar, Enterprise, Avis and Hertz.