Wokingham is a lively market town filled with heritage buildings. Shop and dine in the charming town centre, stroll along streets lined with half-timbered buildings and explore scenic woodland trails. Fast public transport connections make Wokingham a great base to sightsee in London.
Things to do in Wokingham
From the Gothic-style Town Hall to the beautiful All Saints' Church founded in the 12th century, Wokingham is dotted with heritage buildings. Rose Street is lined with half-timbered cottages built by wealthy silk merchants in the 15th, 16th and 17th centuries.
From handmade jewellery to artisan chocolate, Holme Grange Craft Village showcases the creativity of Berkshire locals. Browse more than 20 stores operated by independent traders, all housed in beautifully converted barns and farm buildings. Take part in hands-on workshops and enjoy scones, jam and cream at the café.
Discover pristine woodland landscapes in Finchampstead Ridges. The site has been in the care of the National Trust for more than 100 years and is a haven for birds, butterflies and other woodland animals. Walk through an avenue of towering redwood sequoia trees in Simon's Wood and explore an ancient Roman road that once stretched all the way to London.
Pick up everything from fruit, vegetables and fresh-cut flowers to jewellery, clothing and crafts at Wokingham Market. It’s held several times a week in Market Square and attracts vendors from across Berkshire.
Ride the train into London and sightsee in the capital. Take a spin on the London Eye, stroll around picturesque Hyde Park and watch the Changing of the Guard ceremony at Buckingham Palace.
Getting around Wokingham
Wokingham is compact and easy to get around on foot. The town is in Berkshire, a 20-minute drive from Reading and 10 minutes by train. Trains run between Wokingham and London in 40 minutes. London Heathrow Airport is a 30-minute drive away.