We’re excited to announce that our open day is back for 2026!

Taking place from 11am until 4pm on Sunday 28 June at our Great Knollys Street depot; the open day is free to attend and is sure to be a great day out for everyone.

This year our open day will be helping to raise funds for our Charity of the Year, Berkshire Search and Rescue Dogs. 

What to expect

As in previous years, our open day will include a wide range of stalls, activities, food and behind-the-scenes tours around our depot.

Food

As usual, we'll have a large selection of food for you to enjoy during your visit, including:

• BBQ - featuring burgers, sausages and vegetarian options

• Large selection of cakes

• Tea, coffee and soft drinks

• Ice cream
   ...and more!

games and attractions line-up

There will, of course, be lots of activities to keep everyone happy!

• The famous Reading Buses rainbow line up

• Ride through the bus wash

• Tour our workshop and control room

• Get your name up in lights - we put your name on the front display of a bus

• Carnival games and activities

• buy Reading Buses memorabilia

• See vintage buses
   ...and much more! 

There will be a free shuttle bus to help you get to the depot from the town centre.