Moving to Berkshire
Berkshire offers the perfect balance of countryside charm and modern living. Whether you’re looking for peaceful rural life or bustling towns, Berkshire has something for everyone.
If you love nature, you’ll find plenty of beautiful countryside for walks and outdoor activities. For example, strolls along the River Thames and cycling in Swinley Forest.
For those who prefer city life, Berkshire’s towns provide excellent shopping, leisure, and cultural attractions. You can explore vibrant town centres like Reading, with its lively arts scene, great restaurants, and shopping, or visit historic sites such as Windsor Castle.
Excellent schools and communities
Berkshire is home to some outstanding schools, making it a great place to raise a family. The area’s strong sense of community and friendly neighbourhoods make it easy to feel at home.
Fantastic transport links
Berkshire has great transport links in and out of London and to other areas of the country. These include the Elizabeth Line, fast trains, and easy access to major motorways such as the M4.
Living and working in Berkshire
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If you’re looking for a new home in Berkshire, there are several different housing options for NHS workers and other keyworkers.
Sovereign Housing Association
They have several affordable rent homes available in the Royal Berkshire Hospital and Erleigh Road area for keyworkers and students in Reading. They also have some accommodation available next to Prospect Park.
Email Reading.Properties@sovereign.org.uk
Call 01189 757 888
A2 Dominion
They provide NHS accommodation at Victory Court, Tilehurst, which is less than a 5 minute walk from Prospect Park Hospital.
Email office@a2dominion.co.uk
Call 0117 923 8155
Staff accommodation in Slough
The accommodation is located near Upton Hospital in Slough and is called Cedar House. Rent, which includes bills, is £400 per calendar month.
Staff will be required to sign a short-term tenancy agreement and rent is payable by salary deduction on a monthly basis.
Email linda.payne@berkshire.nhs.uk
Call 01753 635070