Family Court · South East
Reading Magistrates' Court and Family Court
Castle Street, Reading, RG1 7TQ
Hearing lists
Tomorrow’s hearings Fri 16 Oct
Magistrates Public Adult Court List - Future
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- 21 hearings
- 3 courtrooms
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Courtroom 6 10 hearings
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Magistrates Public List
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- 10 hearings
- 2 courtrooms
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- Last 14:00
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Courtroom 01 6 hearings · Before: District Judge (MC) Sandhu
- 10:00Sentence******Courtroom 01
Harassment without violence; Press/Publication restrictions apply to this case
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- Courtroom 01
- Before
- District Judge (MC) Sandhu
- Prosecutor
- CPS-TCTV
- What this usually means
- A hearing at which the court decides the punishment after a guilty plea or verdict.
- 10:00Sentence******Courtroom 01
Theft from a shop; Commission of further offence whilst subject to a Conditional Discharge
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- Courtroom 01
- Before
- District Judge (MC) Sandhu
- Prosecutor
- CPS-TCTV
- What this usually means
- A hearing at which the court decides the punishment after a guilty plea or verdict.
- 10:00Sentence******Courtroom 01
Harassment without violence; Criminal damage to property - value under £5000; Fail to provide specimen for analysis - vehicle driver
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- Courtroom 01
- Before
- District Judge (MC) Sandhu
- Prosecutor
- CPS-TCTV
- What this usually means
- A hearing at which the court decides the punishment after a guilty plea or verdict.
- 10:00Bail Application******Courtroom 01
Theft from a shop
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- District Judge (MC) Sandhu
- Prosecutor
- CPS-TCTV
- 10:00Mention & Fix******Courtroom 01
Drunk and disorderly in a public place; Assault a constable in the execution of his / her duty
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- District Judge (MC) Sandhu
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- TVPF
- 10:00First hearing******Courtroom 01
Produce controlled drug of Class B - cannabis
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- Before
- District Judge (MC) Sandhu
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- TVPF
- What this usually means
- The first time a case comes before the magistrates, usually to take a plea or decide where the case will be heard.
Courtroom 05 4 hearings
- 10:00Trial******Courtroom 05
Speeding - exceed 30 mph on restricted road in England - automatic camera device
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- TVPF
- What this usually means
- A hearing where evidence is heard and the court or jury decides guilt.
- 10:00Trial******Courtroom 05
Intimidate a witness / juror; Stalking involving fear of violence
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- Prosecutor
- CPS-TCTV
- What this usually means
- A hearing where evidence is heard and the court or jury decides guilt.
- 10:00Trial******Courtroom 05
Share photograph or film of person in intimate state intending to cause alarm distress or humiliation; Stalking involving fear of violence
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- CPS-TCTV
- What this usually means
- A hearing where evidence is heard and the court or jury decides guilt.
- 14:00Trial******Courtroom 05
Use a motor vehicle on a road / public place without third party insurance
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- TVPF
- What this usually means
- A hearing where evidence is heard and the court or jury decides guilt.
Hearings on Mon 19 Oct Mon 19 Oct
Magistrates Public Adult Court List - Future
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- 17 hearings
- 4 courtrooms
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Courtroom 1 2 hearings
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Courtroom 5 2 hearings
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Courtroom 6 11 hearings
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Courtroom 7 2 hearings
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Hearings on Thu 22 Oct Thu 22 Oct
Magistrates Public Adult Court List - Future
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- 3 hearings
- 2 courtrooms
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Courtroom 1 2 hearings
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Courtroom 6 1 hearing
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Hearings on Tue 27 Oct Tue 27 Oct
Magistrates Public Adult Court List - Future
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- 4 hearings
- 2 courtrooms
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Courtroom 1 3 hearings
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Aim to arrive at least 30 minutes before your hearing to allow for security checks.
Check you have the right building
Other courts close by, so you can be sure which one is on your paperwork:
- Reading County Court and Family Court – 160-163 Friar Street, Reading, RG1 1HE (0.5 km away)
- Reading Crown Court – Old Shire Hall, The Forbury, Reading, RG1 3EH (0.7 km away)
Before you go
- Bring your court paperwork and photo ID.
- Expect airport-style security. Leave sharp or prohibited items at home.
- If you will be late or cannot attend, contact the court and your solicitor as soon as possible.
- Mobile phones must usually be silent, and recording is not allowed.
Venue details
Opening times
Contact
Telephone
Building facilities
- Disabled access
There is no lift access for the public to the first floor.
- Hidden Disabilities Sunflower network
Lanyards available on request.
- Assistance dogs
Assistance dogs are welcome.
- Hearing Loop
The building has hearing enhancement facilities available by prior arrangement. Please contact the Court office by telephone or email if necessary.
- Interview room
6 interview rooms are available on the ground floor
- Baby changing facility
Baby changing facilities are available on the ground floor
- Video facilities
Court/hearing room video conferencing facilities and prison to court video link facilities are available (by prior arrangement)
- Witness service
This location handles
- Childcare arrangements if you separate from your partner
- Crime
- Domestic abuse
- Single justice procedure
- Benefits
Scammers sometimes imitate court phone numbers: never pay anyone who contacts you unexpectedly.
What this court deals with
Reading Magistrates' Court and Family Court is classed as: Family Court.
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Frequently asked questions
Where can I find the hearing list for Reading Magistrates' Court and Family Court?
Official lists are published by HMCTS. Use the "View the official list" button on this page to go straight to the list page for Reading Magistrates' Court and Family Court.
Can I watch a hearing?
Many tribunal and family hearings are private or restricted. Check the official list and contact the venue before travelling.
What should I do if I will be late or cannot attend?
Contact the court named on your paperwork and your solicitor (if you have one) as early as you can. Do not simply stay away.
Why can’t I find my case on the list?
See our guide on why a case may not be listed. Lists are published at different times and some hearings are never published.
Sources and updates
- Hearing lists: official list page for this court on the HMCTS Court and Tribunal Hearings service. Each list shows when HMCTS updated it and when we last checked. How we get our lists.
- Venue details: official Find a court or tribunal page (dataset checked 2026-10-04), live details last checked 13 Oct 2026.
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