Welcome to South Reading 🚖
South Reading is a thriving part of Reading, Berkshire, covering popular communities including Whitley, Whitley Wood, Shinfield, Green Park, and the areas surrounding Junction 11 of the M4 motorway. Known for its excellent transport links, major business parks, shopping destinations, educational institutions, and residential neighbourhoods, South Reading is an ideal location for commuters, families, students, and business travellers.
Whether you’re travelling to Reading Railway Station, commuting to Green Park Business Park, catching a flight from Heathrow Airport, or heading into Reading town centre, Loddon Cars provides reliable transport with experienced drivers, modern vehicles, and a professional service available 24 hours a day.
From local journeys to long-distance travel, we are committed to delivering safe, comfortable, and stress-free transport across South Reading and beyond.
Why Choose Loddon Cars?
Loddon Cars is trusted throughout South Reading for dependable and professional transport services.
Why customers choose us
- 🚖 Available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year
- ✅ Fixed and competitive fares
- ✈️ Airport transfer specialists
- 👨✈️ Fully licensed and experienced drivers
- 🚘 Modern, clean, and comfortable vehicles
- 💳 Cash and card payments accepted
- 📱 Easy online and telephone booking
- ⏰ Reliable and punctual service
- 📍 Excellent local knowledge of Reading and Berkshire
Whether you’re travelling locally or across the UK, Loddon Cars makes every journey easy and enjoyable.
About South Reading
South Reading is one of the fastest-growing areas of Reading, combining residential neighbourhoods, major employment centres, educational facilities, and leisure attractions. With easy access to the M4 motorway, Reading town centre, and surrounding Berkshire villages, it has become a popular place to live and work.
Local highlights include:
- Green Park Business Park
- Reading Gateway
- Select Car Leasing Stadium
- University of Reading
- Junction 11 of the M4
- Whitley Wood Recreation Ground
- Local retail parks
- Excellent road and rail connections
Its central location makes South Reading a convenient base for both local residents and visitors.
Shopping Near South Reading 🛍️
South Reading is close to some of Berkshire’s best shopping destinations.
Popular places include:
- The Oracle Shopping Centre
- Broad Street Mall
- Reading Retail Park
- John Lewis Reading
- Marks & Spencer Reading
- Costco Reading
- Aldi, Lidl, Tesco Extra and Morrisons
Loddon Cars provides convenient transport for shopping trips, helping you avoid parking and traffic.
Restaurants & Cafés 🍽️
South Reading offers a wide variety of restaurants, cafés, and pubs.
Popular venues include:
- Miller & Carter Reading
- Coconut Bar & Kitchen
- Bakery House
- London Street Brasserie
- Pizza Express Reading
- The World Turned Upside Down
- Costa Coffee
- Caffè Nero
Whether you’re meeting friends, enjoying a family meal, or attending a business lunch, we’ll get you there comfortably.
Business Travel 💼
South Reading is home to some of the Thames Valley’s leading business locations.
We regularly provide executive transport to:
- Green Park Business Park
- Thames Valley Park
- Reading International Business Park
- Winnersh Triangle Business Park
- Arlington Business Park
- Thames Tower
- Forbury Place
Executive vehicles are available for meetings, conferences, and corporate airport transfers.
Student Travel 🎓
Students living in South Reading regularly travel to:
- University of Reading
- Henley Business School
- Reading College
- Activate Learning
- UTC Reading
- Reading School
Loddon Cars provides safe and dependable student transport throughout the year.
Family Travel 👨👩👧👦
Families across South Reading rely on Loddon Cars for everyday transport.
Our services include:
- School transport
- Child seats available upon request
- Shopping trips
- Medical appointments
- Airport transfers
- Family outings
We ensure every family journey is safe, comfortable, and reliable.
Railway Station Connections 🚉
We provide reliable transfers to:
- Reading Railway Station
- Reading West Railway Station
- Earley Railway Station
- Winnersh Railway Station
- Winnersh Triangle Railway Station
- Wokingham Railway Station
Whether you’re commuting to London or travelling elsewhere in the UK, we’ll ensure you arrive on time.
Airport Transfers ✈️
Travelling from South Reading?
Loddon Cars offers fixed-fare airport transfers to:
- Heathrow Airport
- Gatwick Airport
- London City Airport
- London Luton Airport
- Stansted Airport
- Southampton Airport
- Birmingham Airport
- Farnborough Airport
We monitor flights in real time to ensure prompt airport pickups and drop-offs.
Hospitals Near South Reading
We regularly provide transport to:
- Royal Berkshire Hospital
- Circle Reading Hospital
- Spire Dunedin Hospital
- Prospect Park Hospital
- Frimley Park Hospital
Whether you’re attending appointments or visiting family, Loddon Cars is here to help.
Hotels Near South Reading 🏨
Visitors to South Reading often stay at:
- voco Reading
- Hilton Reading
- Holiday Inn Reading South
- Novotel Reading Centre
- pentahotel Reading
- Crowne Plaza Reading East
Loddon Cars provides reliable hotel transfers throughout Reading and Berkshire.
Nearby Attractions 🌳
South Reading is close to many of Reading’s most popular attractions.
Places worth visiting include:
- Green Park
- Select Car Leasing Stadium
- The Oracle Shopping Centre
- Reading Abbey Ruins
- Forbury Gardens
- Museum of English Rural Life
- River Kennet
- Wellington Country Park
- Dinton Pastures Country Park
- Museum of Berkshire Aviation
Nearby Areas We Cover
We also provide transport throughout:
- Whitley
- Whitley Wood
- Shinfield
- Three Mile Cross
- Spencers Wood
- Earley
- Lower Earley
- Winnersh
- Woodley
- Caversham
- Tilehurst
- Calcot
- Arborfield
- Burghfield
- Reading Town Centre
Why Travel with Loddon Cars?
Customers across South Reading continue to choose Loddon Cars because we provide:
- Professional drivers
- Modern vehicles
- Fixed competitive fares
- Executive travel
- Airport specialists
- Friendly customer service
- Reliable transport
- Comfortable journeys
We take pride in providing exceptional customer service for every journey.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is South Reading?
South Reading covers the southern part of Reading, including areas such as Whitley, Whitley Wood, Green Park, and Shinfield.
Which railway station is closest to South Reading?
Reading Railway Station is the main rail hub, with Earley, Reading West, and Winnersh stations also nearby.
Do you provide airport transfers?
Yes. We provide fixed-fare transfers to all major UK airports.
Are your services available 24 hours?
Yes. Loddon Cars operates 24 hours a day, every day of the year.
Can I pre-book my journey?
Yes. Advance booking is recommended for airport transfers and long-distance journeys.
Do you offer executive vehicles?
Yes. Executive vehicles are available for corporate travel and special occasions.
Are child seats available?
Yes. Child seats are available upon request.
Do you cover surrounding areas?
Yes. We provide transport throughout Reading, Berkshire, and neighbouring counties.
Book Your Journey with Loddon Cars 🚖
Whether you’re commuting to Green Park Business Park, catching a train from Reading Railway Station, travelling to Heathrow Airport, attending a business meeting, or exploring everything South Reading has to offer, Loddon Cars is here to provide reliable and professional transport. With experienced drivers, modern vehicles, and excellent customer service, we are proud to be the trusted choice for travel to and from South Reading.
Book your journey with Loddon Cars today and enjoy safe, comfortable, and dependable travel every time.