Kennet and Thames
The narrow Kennet cuts east to west through the town centre and meets the broad Thames just east of it. Two very different river widths share one frame.
Minimalist map poster · United Kingdom
Reading Map Poster & Print
51.4562° N / 0.9711° W
Two rivers meet beneath a compact town centre, with the Thames curving along the north and the Kennet threading straight through the middle
- What you see is exactly what you get
- Up to 7,200 × 10,800 px · 300 DPI
- PNG + print-ready PDF
- No watermark
One city, five moods
Reading in every style
Tap a style to see it on the wall. Every style costs the same — printed, framed or as HD files.
Actual pixels · 24 × 36″ print filePrint-sharp
Every street in Reading, razor sharp
This is a 100% crop of the real print file. Every poster — printed, framed or downloaded — is rendered on our servers at 300 DPI, up to 7,200 × 10,800 pixels, so even the smallest lanes stay crisp on a 24 × 36″ print.
On the wall
Reading at home
The map
About this Reading map poster
Reading grew up where the River Kennet flows into the Thames, and both rivers are still the main shapes on the map. The Thames swings along the northern edge and separates the centre from Caversham on the far bank. The Kennet and its canalised navigation run east to west through the heart of town, past the shopping streets and old wharves, before joining the larger river.
Around the centre, the Inner Distribution Road forms a tight loop of dual carriageway, and outside it the Victorian terraces spread in long parallel rows. Farther south the M4 cuts a straight line across the edge of the map. A Reading map poster shows these layers together: river town, railway town and modern commuter hub, each laid over the one before.
The ruins of Reading Abbey, founded by Henry I, who is buried there, stand next to Forbury Gardens and the old gaol where Oscar Wilde was held. Reading is often described as one of the largest towns in England without city status. Every August its riverside meadows host one of the country's best-known music festivals.
- Population
- 318,000
- Coordinates
- 51.4562° N / 0.9711° W
- Elevation
- 51 m
- Time zone
- London
- Region
- Reading, United Kingdom
Abbey Quarter
The area around the abbey ruins, Forbury Gardens and the old gaol forms a green pocket on the eastern side of the centre, bounded by the river and the railway.
Thames bridges
Caversham Bridge and Reading Bridge cross the Thames a short distance apart, joining the centre to the quieter residential streets on the northern bank.
Make it yours
Frame your part of Reading
Add a date, a name or a line of your own, switch style, size or orientation.
The free preview is low-resolution with a watermark. Prints and HD files are rendered at 300 DPI, up to 7,200 × 10,800 px, without a watermark.
Why Reading
A map that means something
Reading is a place many people pass through for university, a first job or a long commute to London, and a map of it tends to mark a particular chapter of life. A clean street plan makes a understated reminder of those years for a flat or an office.
Personalise the title and subtitle with a name, a graduation year or a moving-in date, and set the coordinates line to a house or a college. Five styles are available: Classic, Noir, Paper, Blueprint and Sand. Each gives the rivers and terraces a different mood.
Order the Reading posterWhat's in the HD download300 DPINo watermarkPNG + PDF
| Print size | Resolution | Files |
|---|---|---|
| 30 × 40 cm11.8 × 15.7″ | 3,543 × 4,724 px | PNG · PDF |
| 29.7 × 42 cm (A3)11.7 × 16.5″ | 3,508 × 4,961 px | PNG · PDF |
| 42 × 59.4 cm (A2)16.5 × 23.4″ | 4,961 × 7,016 px | PNG · PDF |
| 45.7 × 61 cm18 × 24″ | 5,400 × 7,200 px | PNG · PDF |
| 50 × 70 cm19.7 × 27.6″ | 5,906 × 8,268 px | PNG · PDF |
| 61 × 91.4 cm24 × 36″ | 7,200 × 10,800 px | PNG · PDF |
For comparison, the free preview is 900 px wide, watermarked and meant for screens. The HD files have up to 8× the resolution in each direction and print cleanly at full poster size.
Reading map poster — FAQ
How do I order the Reading poster?
Pick a style at the top of the page, then choose Printed Poster — a size and, if you like, a frame — or Digital HD Files. Checkout takes one step, and your order page updates as soon as the payment goes through.
What is the printed Reading poster like?
It is printed on premium 200 gsm matte paper in one of six sizes, from 30 × 40 cm to 24 × 36″. Printed posters start at $39, shipping included.
Can I order the Reading poster framed?
Yes. Choose a solid wood frame in black, white, natural oak or dark wood. It comes with shatterproof glazing and is ready to hang. Framed posters start at $99, shipping included.
How long does delivery take, and what does it cost?
Shipping is free to 60+ countries. Each poster is printed by the nearest of our print partners in 30+ countries and usually arrives in 3–7 business days. You can follow the status and tracking under My Orders. A few countries take 2–5 weeks, and where we don't ship yet, the site tells you before you pay.
What if my poster arrives damaged?
Send us a photo within 14 days of delivery and we will reprint it for free or refund you.
Can I add our names or a date to the Reading poster?
Yes. In the editor on this page, change the title, the subtitle and the coordinates line to anything you like, and pick a style and size. Printed, framed and digital orders all use exactly your design.
What do I get with the digital HD files?
For $9 you get 300 DPI PNG and print-ready PDF files in all six sizes, without a watermark, to print anywhere. Not sure yet? Download a free watermarked preview first.
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