Check today's Slough Magistrates' Court listings at East Berkshire. Find hearing schedules, court address, contact details, opening hours and how to attend.
Daily Listings Summary for Slough Magistrates' Court
The official court schedule for Wednesday, 24th June 2026 comprises a total of 7 cases listed for hearing at Slough Magistrates' Court.
Hearings are scheduled to commence at the following times: 10:00, 14:00.
Proceedings will be conducted across courtrooms 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12.
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.
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View Listings →About Slough Magistrates' Court (East Berkshire)
Slough Magistrates' Court, officially known as East Berkshire Magistrates' Court, is located at Law Courts, Chalvey Park, off Windsor Road, Slough, Berkshire SL1 2HJ. The court serves the Slough borough and the wider East Berkshire area, including towns such as Maidenhead, Windsor, and Bracknell. It operates under His Majesty's Courts and Tribunals Service (HMCTS) and handles a high volume of criminal and summary proceedings each year, making it one of the busier magistrates' courts in the Thames Valley region.
Types of Cases Heard at Slough Magistrates' Court
As a magistrates' court, Slough deals primarily with summary offences and either-way offences. Common cases heard here include assault, theft and shoplifting, criminal damage, public order offences, drink driving and drug driving, road traffic matters, possession of controlled substances, and fraud. The court also handles bail hearings, Single Justice Procedure (SJP) cases for minor offences such as TV licence evasion and council tax non-payment, and preliminary hearings for indictable offences before they are sent to the Crown Court. Youth court proceedings involving defendants aged 10 to 17 also take place at this location, heard by specially trained magistrates.
Court Opening Hours and Contact Information
The court building opens at 8:45 AM and closes at 5:00 PM on weekdays. The court counter is available from 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday to Friday. For general magistrates' court enquiries, you can contact the Courts and Tribunals Service Centre on 03308 084 407, available Monday to Friday from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM and Saturdays from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM. For queries relating to Single Justice Procedure cases, email [email protected]. Written correspondence should be directed to the administrative centre at Reading Magistrates' Court, Castle Street, Reading RG1 7TQ.
Getting to the Court
Slough Magistrates' Court is situated on Chalvey Park, just off Windsor Road, within walking distance of Slough town centre. Slough railway station is approximately a 10-minute walk from the court and is served by the Elizabeth Line (Crossrail) and Great Western Railway services, providing direct connections to London Paddington, Reading, and Heathrow. Several local bus routes also stop near Windsor Road. For those driving, pay-and-display parking is available at Bedford Avenue Car Park and nearby streets, though spaces can fill quickly on busy court days. There is no dedicated court car park on site.
Accessibility and Facilities
The court building is accessible for visitors with disabilities. A ramp is provided at the main entrance and all court and hearing rooms are located on the ground floor, meaning there are no stairs to navigate. A hearing loop system is available in Court 1, and assistance dogs are welcome throughout the building. Two private interview rooms are located opposite Court 1 and are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Baby changing facilities are also on site, and video conferencing for prison-to-court links can be arranged in advance. Lanyards for visitors with non-visible disabilities are available on request from reception staff.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the daily court listings for Slough?
Daily hearing lists for East Berkshire Magistrates' Court at Slough are published each morning and can be checked on this page. Listings include the defendant's name, the offence, and the courtroom number allocated for the hearing.
Can I attend a hearing at Slough Magistrates' Court as a member of the public?
Yes. Magistrates' courts in England and Wales operate under the principle of open justice, which means most hearings are open to the public. Exceptions apply in certain sensitive cases, such as youth court proceedings or family-related matters where reporting restrictions may be in place.
What happens if my case is too serious for Slough Magistrates' Court?
If the offence is classified as indictable-only, or if the magistrates decide that an either-way offence warrants greater sentencing powers, the case will be committed or sent to the Crown Court. Serious cases from the East Berkshire area are typically transferred to Reading Crown Court for trial or sentencing.
Is there a connection between Slough and Reading Magistrates' Courts?
Yes. Both courts are managed under the same Thames Valley HMCTS administration. The admin centre for Slough sits at Reading Magistrates' Court on Castle Street, Reading. If you need to attend a hearing at Reading, you can view the latest schedule on our Reading Magistrates' Court listings page. Defendants in West London and Surrey border areas may also wish to check the Staines Magistrates' Court listings for nearby hearing dates.