The Oracle Riverside Car Park Parking, Reading
Typical busyness by hour shown below.
Key facts
- Postcode
- RG1 2AG
- Capacity
- ~1679 spaces
- Type
- Town centre
- Parking
- Multi storey
- Charges
- Paid
Estimated Free Spaces by Hour
| Day | 6am | 7am | 8am | 9am | 10am | 11am | 12pm | 1pm | 2pm | 3pm | 4pm | 5pm | 6pm | 7pm | 8pm | 9pm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon | 5 | 14 | 27 | 46 | 59 | 68 | 73 | 68 | 64 | 59 | 50 | 36 | 18 | 9 | 5 | 0 |
| Tue | 5 | 14 | 27 | 46 | 59 | 68 | 73 | 68 | 64 | 59 | 50 | 36 | 18 | 9 | 5 | 0 |
| Wed | 5 | 14 | 27 | 46 | 59 | 68 | 73 | 68 | 64 | 59 | 50 | 36 | 18 | 9 | 5 | 0 |
| Thu | 5 | 14 | 27 | 46 | 59 | 68 | 73 | 68 | 64 | 59 | 50 | 36 | 18 | 9 | 5 | 0 |
| Fri | 5 | 14 | 27 | 50 | 64 | 73 | 78 | 73 | 68 | 64 | 55 | 41 | 23 | 14 | 5 | 0 |
| Sat | 5 | 9 | 27 | 55 | 73 | 82 | 87 | 82 | 78 | 68 | 55 | 36 | 18 | 9 | 5 | 0 |
| Sun | 5 | 5 | 9 | 18 | 32 | 41 | 46 | 41 | 36 | 27 | 18 | 9 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
Modelled estimate based on car-park type, size and location — not live occupancy data.
About The Oracle Riverside Car Park
The Oracle Riverside Car Park sits in Reading town centre, offering parking for visitors to nearby shops and local amenities. With around 1679 spaces, this is a substantial car park that rarely fills completely except during peak events. This is a multi-storey facility with parking spread across multiple floors, offering shelter from the elements. Parking here is paid.
When to Visit
Expect the heaviest demand on Saturdays between 10am and 4pm. Weekdays are generally more manageable, especially first thing in the morning. If you’re flexible on timing, Sunday mornings tend to be particularly quiet. The substantial capacity means this car park can handle high demand, making it a reliable option even at busier times.
Busyness in detail
The Oracle Riverside Car Park is typically busiest on Saturday around midday, when our model estimates it is about 85% full. With about 1679 spaces, that is roughly 1427 vehicles at the peak, leaving around 252 free. Quietest times: Weekday mornings before 9am, Sundays, weekday evenings after 6pm. These figures are modelled estimates based on the car park’s type, size and location — not live occupancy data.
Parking in Reading
Reading has a good range of parking with 23 car parks across the area, so alternatives are usually available. Should you find The Oracle Riverside Car Park full, Oracle Holy Brook Car Park (about 150m away) is the closest option. In total, there are 5 other car parks within 800 metres.
Frequently asked questions
How many parking spaces does The Oracle Riverside Car Park have?
The Oracle Riverside Car Park in Reading has approximately 1679 parking spaces.
Is parking free at The Oracle Riverside Car Park?
The Oracle Riverside Car Park is a paid car park.
When is The Oracle Riverside Car Park busiest?
The Oracle Riverside Car Park tends to be busiest Saturday 10am-4pm.
When is The Oracle Riverside Car Park quietest?
The quietest period for The Oracle Riverside Car Park is typically Weekday mornings before 9am, Sundays, weekday evenings after 6pm.
What kind of car park is The Oracle Riverside Car Park?
The Oracle Riverside Car Park is a town centre car park with multi-storey parking.