R E A D I N G Europe’s best micro city for infrastructure* One of the UK’s top retail destinations A magnet for inward investment A range of international-quality hotels, restaurants and cafés A rich cultural scene
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BUSINESS HUB
Reading is at the heart of the Thames Valley, an area offering unique scenery, a superb quality of life and a rich heritage.
Reading is home to 13 of the top global brands including Hibu (formerly Yell), Microsoft & Oracle.
You and your clients can unwind in one of the town’s cocktail bars, boutique hotels, informal cafes and fine restaurants.
It has a highly skilled workforce in a population of 275,000 people. The Thames Valley is home to top research universities including Reading & Oxford.
* FDI Magazine European Cities and Regions of The Future 2010/11
THE ORACLE SHOPPING CENTRE
The 750,000 sq ft Oracle Shopping Centre with its many lifestyle brands, restaurants, cafes and bars is only a few minutes’ walk from Apex Plaza, and is one of the most successful shopping destinations in the country.
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READING STATION
Adjacent to Apex Plaza – and accessible via a private link bridge – Reading’s mainline railway station offers excellent rail links to London, Oxford, the Midlands, Bristol and the West Country as well as London Heathrow Airport.
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Apex Plaza is all about people, with highspecification workspace and an abundance of amenities in and around the building. Apex Plaza is the Reading home of top global companies from the IT, law and finance sectors.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Set at the heart of Reading’s thriving Central Business District Direct rail links to Paddington, Gatwick Airport and the West Rail Air link to London Heathrow Airport Private glazed link bridge into Reading Station Stunning central atrium Eight passenger lifts 24hr access and security CafÊ and seating area with wi- fi Parking ratio 1:428 sq ft High specification offices VAV air conditioning Full access raised floors (150mm void) Metal tile, suspended ceilings
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At Apex Plaza, your working environment doesn’t stop at your office door. The soaring atrium offers breakout areas with a relaxed environment in addition to a cafe and access.
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With its impressive reception and efficient office spaces, Apex Plaza will inspire your staff and your clients.
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In Apex Plaza – a renowned Thames Valley business location – you’ll rub shoulders with world-leading organisations.
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If rain is forecast you can leave your brolly at home. Apex Plaza’s private glazed link bridge into Reading Station and ample underground parking, mean a dry walk to and from your office. Reading Station also offers a range of shops including Marks & Spencer Simply Food, WH Smith & Boots.
www.apexplaza.co.uk
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