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Reading County Court and Family Court
Address, contact details and practical information for Reading County Court and Family Court in Reading.
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Address and contact details
National Contact Centre for Civil & Family Court - Monday to Friday 8:30am -5pm
More telephone contacts (2)
DX: 98010 Reading 6
Email contacts
Digital process for case numbers starting with C5
Location map
Check the entrance and address against your appointment or hearing notice. Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
Open a larger mapWhat to expect at Reading County Court and Family Court
For an in-person hearing at Reading County Court and Family Court, start with the address and time on your hearing notice. Plan the journey to RG1 1HE and allow extra time for the security checks at the entrance.
Family hearings can involve sensitive personal information. The judge decides who may attend, and different rules can apply to different hearings. Check arrangements for a supporter, children or a separate waiting area with the court in advance.
Before you leave home
Bring your hearing notice, case reference and the documents you have been asked to provide. Keep important papers organised so you can find them during the hearing. Check the court’s security rules before packing food, drinks or other items, and put your phone on silent before entering a hearing room.
The court lists children's waiting room, disabled access, hearing loop, baby changing facility among its facilities. The descriptions below explain what is available. If you need an adjustment, contact the court beforehand so staff can discuss the arrangements for your visit.
When you arrive
Follow the signs to security, then find reception or an usher. Give your case reference if asked and check the courtroom or waiting area. If you do not understand a practical instruction, ask staff to explain it. Tell the usher if you need a break, assistance or cannot hear what is being said.
Can someone come with me?
Check before bringing a supporter or child. Public access and permission for supporters depend on the type of hearing and any order made by the judge. A person accompanying you is not automatically allowed to speak for you.
What if I am late or cannot attend?
Contact the court using the number for your type of case and tell your legal representative as soon as possible. Explain the problem and follow the court’s instructions. Do not assume that sending a message changes the hearing date.
Is my hearing definitely in this building?
Use the venue on your current hearing notice. Buildings can handle different types of work, and a listing on this directory does not confirm where an individual case will be heard. Telephone and video hearings have separate joining instructions.
General preparation guidance; the court’s instructions for your hearing take priority. Read the attending-court guide and official sources.
Opening times
Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm
By prior appointment only for urgent Civil and Family Applications
Building and counter opening times may differ from your hearing time. Follow the time and venue on your hearing notice.
Getting to Reading County Court and Family Court
Use the postcode RG1 1HE to plan your journey, then check the building name and entrance against your court letter.
Directions open in Google Maps. Check live services, parking charges and accessibility with the transport operator. Allow time for court security.
Facilities and accessibility
No parking facilities are available. The court is in the town centre near the train and bus stations.
Assistance dogs are welcome.
This Court has a childrens room facility.
This building has a ramp to the building entrance, a lift between the ground floor and the first floor, and level access in to court rooms and hearing rooms.
The building has hearing enhancement facilities available by prior arrangement. Please contact the Court office by telephone or email if necessary.
Ten interview rooms are available at this court.
Baby changing facilities are available in the disabled toilets on the fourth floor
Court/hearing room video conferencing facilities are available (by prior arrangement). Virtual visits may be accommodated by prior arrangement. Client consultation is only available for hearings due to take place at Reading, during the course of the hearing.
Lanyards available on request.
Contact the court before your visit if you need an adjustment, interpretation or other support. A listed facility does not confirm it is available for your particular hearing.
Areas of law handled
Use your hearing notice to confirm which court is dealing with your case.
Solicitor offices nearby
Solicitor office
Parfitt Cresswell Limited
Reading · RG1 1SN · 0.0 miles away
Landlord and Tenant (Commercial and Domestic) · Employment · Property - Commercial · Probate and Estate Administration · Litigation - Other · Wills, Trusts and Tax Planning · Non-Litigation - Other · Children · Family / Matrimonial · Commercial / Corporate Work for Non-Listed Companies and Other · Property - Residential
Solicitor office
BLANDY & BLANDY LLP
Reading · RG1 1PW · 0.1 miles away
Wills, Trusts and Tax Planning · Family / Matrimonial · Arbitration and alternative dispute resolution · Commercial / Corporate Work for Non-Listed Companies and Other · Property - Commercial · Planning · Employment · Property - Residential
Solicitor office
Broadfield Law UK LLP
Reading · RG1 1PL · 0.1 miles away
Planning · Immigration · Family / Matrimonial · Commercial / Corporate Work for Non-Listed Companies and Other · Wills, Trusts and Tax Planning · Property - Residential · Property - Commercial · Litigation - Other · Non-Litigation - Other · Probate and Estate Administration · Employment
Solicitor office
HCR Legal LLP
Reading · RG1 1PL · 0.1 miles away
Litigation - Other · Landlord and Tenant (Commercial and Domestic) · Planning · Probate and Estate Administration · Employment · Commercial / Corporate Work for Listed Companies · Property - Commercial · Family / Matrimonial · Children · Immigration · Intellectual Property · Commercial / Corporate Work for Non-Listed Companies and Other · Property - Residential · Wills, Trusts and Tax Planning · Arbitration and alternative dispute resolution · Non-Litigation - Other
Legal-aid providers nearby
Legal-aid provider
Turpin & Miller LLP
Reading · RG1 1DT · 0.1 miles away
Debt · Early Legal Advice · Housing · Housing Loss Prevention Advice Service
Legal-aid provider
Ibb Crime With Hal Solicitors
Reading · RG1 3BE · 0.2 miles away
Crime: appeals and reviews · Crime: investigation and proceedings
Distances are straight-line distances from the listed court coordinates, within 30 km. Listings are not recommendations. Ask each provider about your case, funding and availability.