READING has taken second place in a survey of the most pet-friendly towns and cities in the UK.
New research conducted by educational publisher Twinkl has put Reading as runner-up, pipped only by Norwich, in a ranking of pet-friendliness.
The survey examines the number of parks and nature spots, vet availability, and number of hotels, B&Bs, and venues which permit animals.
Reading topped the list for restaurants and cafes with 39 restaurants which catered for canine customers.
It also came second for number of Airbnb hosts who permitted pets with 90.
Reading was also fifth in the rankings for parks and natural spaces, with 19 to choose from for pooches and pet owners.
Reading beat London, Bristol, Sheffield, Coventry, Manchester, and Birmingham to take second place.
Reading’s proximity to London and travel links, including the new Elizabeth line which is pet-friendly as part of Transport for London’s overground services, make it ideal for those accompanied by animals.
Twinkl provides online learning materials and services for those working in education.
For more information about the survey, visit: www.twinkl.co.uk
