Reading Crown Court Listings

Reading Crown Court Listings

Reading Crown Court listings updated daily. View today's cases, hearing schedules, sentencing results and courtroom allocations at the Old Shire Hall, Reading.

Court Listings for Today

Tuesday, 23rd June 2026

22 Cases Listed

Daily Listings Summary for Reading Crown Court

The official court schedule for Tuesday, 23rd June 2026 comprises a total of 22 cases listed for hearing at Reading Crown Court.

Hearings are scheduled to commence at the following times: 09:30, 10:00, 10:30, 11:30, 14:00, 14:30, 15:00.

Proceedings will be conducted across courtrooms 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7.

Members of the public and accredited media representatives are generally permitted to attend these hearings, subject to any reporting restrictions that may be in place.

In accordance with the daily court schedule, proceedings are listed at Reading Crown Court to commence at 14:00 in court 7. The defendant named in these proceedings is ******, Taylor, bearing case reference number 430340426. Legal aid representatives are available at the court for those requiring assistance.
Court listings published for today show that Reading Crown Court has a hearing scheduled for 11:30 in courtroom number 3. The individual named on the court list is *****, Nicholas, bearing case reference number 430302725. Seating in the public gallery is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
The court administration has confirmed that a hearing is due to take place at Reading Crown Court beginning at 14:00 with proceedings assigned to courtroom 7. The person named in connection with this scheduled court appearance is *****, Benjamin, bearing case reference number 430790425. Journalists covering this hearing are reminded to comply with any reporting restrictions that may be in place.
The court register for Reading Crown Court shows that a matter is scheduled for hearing at 14:00, with proceedings taking place in court 7. The individual identified in the listing is ******, Lorne, bearing case reference number 430804325. Refreshment facilities are available in the court building for those attending lengthy proceedings.
Court proceedings are due to commence at Reading Crown Court at 14:00 today in courtroom 7. The individual named in the court listing as the defendant is ******, Valentin, bearing case reference number 430728625. The hearing is open to accredited members of the press and public observers.
The judiciary schedule for Reading Crown Court indicates a hearing at 10:00 which will be held in courtroom 4. The individual due to appear as defendant is ****, Oumar, bearing case reference number 430778025. Legal practitioners should ensure all documentation is filed with the court prior to the hearing.
Administrative records from Reading Crown Court confirm that legal proceedings are scheduled to commence at 14:00 in court 7. The person required to attend this hearing is named as ******, Alexandru, bearing case reference number 430423525. Legal representatives should ensure they have registered their attendance with court staff before the hearing begins.
A scheduled court hearing is taking place at Reading Crown Court with the proceedings listed to commence at approximately 15:00 and this particular matter has been allocated to courtroom number 1. According to the court register, the individual who is due to appear before the court in connection with this matter is identified as ********, Charles, bearing case reference number 430693324. Members of the public and accredited press representatives are generally permitted to attend this hearing.
Court records indicate that a legal matter is scheduled to be heard at Reading Crown Court with the session expected to begin at 14:00 and the proceedings will be conducted in court 7. The defendant who has been listed for this court appearance is recorded as ****, Xhemal, bearing case reference number 430641925. Attendees should be aware that court schedules can sometimes be subject to last-minute alterations.
According to the daily cause list, Reading Crown Court has scheduled a hearing for 14:00 in courtroom 7. The person named in connection with this hearing is *****, Jack, bearing case reference number 430144026. Witness service volunteers are present at the court to provide support to those giving evidence.
The court schedule confirms that Reading Crown Court will hear a matter at 15:00 in courtroom 6. The person appearing as defendant is recorded as ****, Billy, bearing case reference number 430235223. Hot and cold beverages are available from the cafeteria on the ground floor.
Based on official court lists and local court reporter observations, a case is scheduled at Reading Crown Court for 14:00 in court 7. The individual whose attendance has been required for this hearing is identified in the court records as *******, Connor, bearing case reference number 430143126. All visitors to the court building are subject to security checks upon entry.
The advertised schedule for Reading Crown Court shows a matter listed for hearing at 10:30 in court 1. According to official records, the defendant in this case is *******, Dave, bearing case reference number 450330424. Note-taking by members of the public gallery is generally permitted.
Court listings data confirms that proceedings at Reading Crown Court are scheduled for 14:00 in court 7. The defendant appearing in this matter is identified as ******, Lakhbir, bearing case reference number 20250088. The court office is open from 9am to 5pm for general enquiries.
Information obtained from the Xhibit court display system confirms a hearing at Reading Crown Court scheduled for 14:00 to take place in courtroom 7. The individual named in the court documentation for this particular hearing is ****, Man, bearing case reference number 430585825. Observers wishing to attend should note that courtroom doors typically open approximately fifteen minutes before the scheduled start time.
According to published schedules, Reading Crown Court has a hearing commencing at 09:30 assigned to courtroom 3. The person named as defendant in the court records is ********, Ernest, bearing case reference number 430307924. Certificates of attendance can be obtained from the court office following proceedings.
The published court schedule includes a matter listed for Reading Crown Court at 14:00 which will be heard in courtroom number 4. According to the court listing, the person expected to appear is ****, Martin, bearing case reference number 430765425. Whilst court hearings are generally open to the public, the presiding judge retains the authority to restrict access if circumstances require.
Documentation from the court listing office indicates that proceedings involving *******, Henry will take place at Reading Crown Court. The hearing has been scheduled for 14:00 in Courtroom 5. Interpreters have been arranged where language assistance has been requested.
Today's court business at Reading Crown Court includes a hearing timetabled for 15:00 in courtroom 3. The individual listed as defendant is *****, Nicholas, bearing case reference number 430851425. The court building is accessible for wheelchair users via the main entrance.
Public court listings confirm that a hearing will take place at Reading Crown Court beginning at 14:00 in courtroom 7. The defendant scheduled to appear is ******, Billy, bearing case reference number 430143126. Observers are reminded that they may be asked to leave if the court moves into closed session.
Official court records show that a hearing has been arranged at Reading Crown Court for 14:30 in court number 2. The defendant in this scheduled matter is **********, Jake. Coat and bag storage is available in the court foyer.
The day's business at Reading Crown Court includes a hearing scheduled for 10:00 in court number 2. Court records show that the defendant in this matter is ****, Jordan, bearing case reference number 20240021. Those attending should note that electronic devices must be silenced before entering the courtroom.
⚠️ Important Notice: Court listings are subject to change at short notice. Hearing times may be amended by the court. Please verify all details with the court directly before attending.

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Reading Crown Court Listings Today

Reading Crown Court, located at the historic Old Shire Hall on The Forbury in Reading town centre (RG1 3EH), is one of the principal Crown Courts serving Berkshire. This page provides the most current daily hearing schedules, case references, defendant information and courtroom allocations for all proceedings listed at Reading Crown Court. Whether you are a solicitor preparing for trial, a defendant checking your hearing time, a journalist covering Reading Crown Court cases this week, or a member of the public seeking sentencing results, our listings are updated each morning as soon as HMCTS publishes the official cause list.

About Reading Crown Court

Reading Crown Court sits within the Old Shire Hall, a Grade II listed building designed by county surveyor John Clacy in the Baroque revival style. Completed in 1861 at a cost of £21,644, the courthouse features a striking seven-bay frontage with a Doric-columned portico facing The Forbury gardens. The building originally served as the Berkshire Assize Court from 1867, when it took over that role from Abingdon County Hall, and also housed Berkshire County Council following the Local Government Act 1888. After the Courts Act 1971, the former assizes court was officially re-designated as Reading Crown Court, and it has been used exclusively as a Crown Court facility since 1981 when the county council relocated to Shinfield Park.

Over the decades, Reading Crown Court has presided over several high-profile criminal cases that attracted national attention, including serious violent offences, complex fraud trials and cases involving defendants from across Berkshire, South Oxfordshire and beyond. The court handles indictable-only offences such as murder, manslaughter, rape, armed robbery, serious drug trafficking and large-scale fraud, as well as either-way offences committed for trial from local magistrates' courts and appeals against conviction or sentence from Reading Magistrates' Court.

Court Facilities, Opening Hours and Contact Details

Reading Crown Court is open Monday to Friday. The court building opens at 8:30am and closes at 5:30pm. The court counter operates from 9:00am to 5:00pm (closing at 4:30pm on Fridays). Visitors should arrive at least 30 minutes before a scheduled hearing to allow time for airport-style security screening at the entrance. The court has nine interview rooms, video conferencing facilities for prison-to-court links (by prior arrangement), and a portable hearing loop system that can be set up in any courtroom. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the building.

Contact Information

  • Address: Old Shire Hall, The Forbury, Reading, RG1 3EH
  • General Enquiries: 0118 967 4400 (9:00am – 5:00pm, Monday to Friday)
  • Jury Service: 0118 967 4501
  • Witness Service: 0300 332 1000
  • Crown Court Location Code: 449
  • DX: 97440 Reading 5

Accessibility

The court building provides step-free disabled access and accessible toilet facilities. There is no general car park on site, but parking for blue badge holders can be arranged by calling the enquiries number in advance. Assistance dogs are welcome, and Hidden Disabilities Sunflower lanyards are available on request from reception. Interpreters can be arranged through HMCTS for defendants or witnesses who require language support.

How to Get to Reading Crown Court

Reading Crown Court is centrally located and well served by public transport. Reading railway station, one of the busiest rail hubs in southern England with services operated by GWR, Elizabeth Line (Crossrail), and South Western Railway, is approximately a 10-minute walk north-west of the courthouse via Friar Street and The Forbury. Direct trains run from London Paddington (approximately 25 minutes), Basingstoke, Oxford, Newbury, Guildford and Didcot Parkway. Several bus routes operated by Reading Buses stop along Friar Street and King Street within a short walk of the court. If driving, the nearest public car parks include The Oracle Shopping Centre car park and Garrard Street car park, both within five minutes' walking distance.

Types of Cases Heard at Reading Crown Court

As a Crown Court centre, Reading handles the most serious criminal cases in the Berkshire area. All cases are heard before a judge, and jury trials are conducted for not-guilty pleas. The types of proceedings regularly listed include:

  • Trials: Jury trials for indictable offences including murder, grievous bodily harm, sexual offences, robbery, burglary, arson, drug supply and serious fraud.
  • Sentencing hearings: Cases where the defendant has entered a guilty plea or been found guilty, and the judge passes sentence. Those searching for who was sentenced at Reading Crown Court today can check our daily updated listings.
  • Plea and Trial Preparation Hearings (PTPH): Early hearings where pleas are entered and trial timetables are set.
  • Case management hearings: Pre-trial reviews to address legal arguments, disclosure and witness availability.
  • Bail applications: Applications for bail or variations to bail conditions.
  • Appeals: Appeals against conviction or sentence from Reading Magistrates' Court and other local magistrates' courts.
  • Newton hearings: Hearings to establish disputed facts after a guilty plea, where the factual basis affects the sentence.

Understanding Reading Crown Court Listings

The daily cause list for Reading Crown Court is published by HMCTS each working day, typically by 4:00pm for the following day's hearings. Each listing entry includes the courtroom number, scheduled start time, defendant name, case reference number and the type of hearing. Listings may change at short notice due to judicial decisions, case settlements or administrative reasons, so it is always advisable to confirm your hearing details directly with the court on the morning of your attendance.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I find Reading Crown Court listings for tomorrow?

Tomorrow's cause list is usually published by HMCTS by 4:00pm today. Our page is updated as soon as the new list becomes available, so you can check back in the late afternoon or early evening for the next day's schedule of hearings, courtroom allocations and case references.

Can I attend a hearing at Reading Crown Court as a member of the public?

Yes. Crown Court hearings in England and Wales are generally open to the public. You can sit in the public gallery to observe proceedings. However, the presiding judge may impose reporting restrictions or close the court in certain circumstances, such as cases involving vulnerable witnesses or matters of national security. Photography and audio or video recording inside the court building are strictly prohibited.

Where can I find Reading Crown Court sentencing results?

Official sentencing outcomes are not published on HMCTS cause lists. For sentencing remarks from high-profile cases, check the Judiciary website at judiciary.uk. Local news outlets such as BerkshireLive and the Reading Chronicle also report on sentences handed down at Reading Crown Court. Our listings indicate when a case is listed "for sentence," which can help you identify when a sentencing decision is expected.

What is the difference between Reading Crown Court and Reading Magistrates' Court?

Reading Crown Court deals exclusively with serious indictable offences and either-way offences committed for trial, heard before a judge and jury. Reading Magistrates' Court, located separately, handles summary offences, initial hearings for either-way offences, and bail decisions. Cases that are too serious for magistrates are sent to Reading Crown Court for trial or sentencing.

What should I bring to Reading Crown Court?

Bring your court summons or hearing notice, a valid form of photo identification, and any documents requested by your solicitor or barrister. Mobile phones must be switched to silent before entering the courtroom. Food and drink are not permitted inside courtrooms, though there are waiting areas within the building. Arrive at least 30 minutes early to pass through security and locate your courtroom.