Wokingham was named as the 10th most desirable city to live in according to Halifax’s Quality of Life survey, that was announced at the beginning of the year. The survey analyzed various indicators that affect the quality of life that include quality of life, well-being and enjoyment and the environment. Therefore, we’re taking a more in-depth study of Wokingham and how, year after year, it is among the top 10 in the Halifax survey.
In within the Berkshire countryside, Wokingham offers its residents an ideal blend of the best of both rural and urban life right at their doorstep. Shops, restaurants, cafes and a variety of events and community groups mean there is something for everyone to do in the town.
The annual arts and food festival, Wokingham Festival, perhaps is one of the few free local events that bring the town together and get people talking to each other. Furthermore, Wokingham Music Club is a popular venue. Wokingham Music Club hosts gigs that cater to all tastes in music. May is a month long celebration of culture and the arts, Wokingham Culture Month, with many of the celebrations organised by groups that offer regular, monthly or weekly events.
Wokingham also boasts an award winning winery with the stunning Stanlake Park Wine Estate, offering tours of the vineyard and winery, samples from their English Sparkling Wine. Another hotspot on the doorstep is Wokingham Theatre where you can attend one of the eight major productions that the local community theatre group puts on each year.
To enjoy the great outdoor space that surrounds Wokingham, you could head toward Dinton Pastures Country Park. The 450 acre park has seven lakes with two rivers, woodlands and meadows are available all year round and hosts an annual Park Run if you’re feeling more energetic. Then there’s the exotically-named California Country Park with Longmoor Lake providing walking paths along its banks for a stroll. Stop for a bite at the nearby cafe Jackson’s.
For the final straw The final touch Nirvana Spa, the incredible luxurious day spa that offers an endless list of treatments. The spa has a garden as well as a tepidarium Suite, Thermal Suite spa suite, rasul area and an eatery.
It seems that regarding lifestyle, well-being, leisure and environment, Wokingham deserves its top 10 spot.
What makes living in Wokingham the best?
Life in the countryside
The secret ingredient of Wokingham’s success may be the perfect combination of beautiful countryside and the conveniences of a city that is nearby. The towns surrounding the town offer a wonderful blend of rural charm without leaving out any of the amenities that a town can provide. This area is perfect for outdoor sports particularly with all the open spaces, parks and lakes for all the ages. From picnic to mountain biking, paint-balling and more there are many exciting things to do in the countryside to keep you from a dull everyday life. There are a variety of sports clubs, cricket clubs, and gyms around the town providing top-quality facilities.
Transport connections
Wokingham offers excellent transport links with services that connect to Reading and London Waterloo straight from Wokingham station. Commuters can also travel easily to Paddington through a speedy connection to Reading. Twyford as well as Fleet stations have excellent services to commuters coming from villages in Wokingham with fast connections to central London. With quick connectivity to the road network, Wokingham is only a couple of minutes from the M3 as well as M4. The A329 allows access to the M4 and M3 as well as making the M3 accessible at Junctions 3 and 4.
Education
The schooling system in Wokingham is considered to be one of the top in Berkshire. Of the top schools, there is Polehampton The Church of England’s Junior School, which is the top state-funded primary school within the Wokingham borough, according to an extensive new guide. The school in Twyford was ranked first in this year’s Real Schools Guide 2019 along with a long list of schools that are highly rated. It is crucial to have a schooling factor for families that are considering relocation and there’s no doubt Wokingham excels in this field. The region has been recognized numerous times for its appeal to families. Factors like low crime level and excellent schools, as well as housing, and clubs for sports play an significant roles, especially for families.
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Where to go
For those with an interest in the arts and enjoy being part of different cultural events, will be delighted to learn how active the cultural scene is in Wokingham is. The residents of Wokingham have access to the local theatre, variety of markets, festivals and other events. Classic car shows , sports events and other events are just a few of the occasions that the villages around organise to attract locals . They also offer unique shows. Wokingham also offers the finest entertainment and dining options, with award winning country bars and eateries that will please all of the most demanding diners. The highly regarded Nirvana Spa is nearby, offering excellent spa facilities in an award-winning setting. Golf clubs are numerous as well and include Sand Martins in Finchampstead providing golf courses on beautiful grounds.