Last updated : 12th November 2025
Over the coming months we are carrying out essential maintenance to Reading Town Hall including Reading Museum, this may result in disruption to public access and service delivery at times. We will update this page with any closures or changes to access arrangements. Confirmed disruption or closure dates are listed below:
November and December 2025
We may have to temporarily close some museum galleries for essential works at short notice during this period - details will be added here. We apologise for any inconvenience.
Tuesday 23rd and Wednesday 24th December 2025
The Pantry café will be closed for essential maintenance. The Museum and shop will be open as normal opening hours.
Thursday 25th December 2025 to Thursday 1st January 2026
Reading Museum and Town Hall will be closed as normal over the Christmas and New Year period.
Friday 2nd to Saturday 3rd January 2026
Reading Museum and Town Hall will be open as normal opening hours.
Monday 5th January to Saturday 17th January 2026
Reading Museum, Reading Town Hall and The Pantry café will be closed for essential electrical maintenance. The Museum and café will reopen as normal from Tuesday 20th January 2026.
We will continue to keep you updated on our progress. Thank you.
