Reading · Reading FC

Select Car Leasing Stadium

Capacity24,161

Opened1998

SurfaceGrass

TenantReading FC

Published 24 July 2026 Reviewed 9 July 2026

Opened in 1998 as the Madejski Stadium, Reading’s ground is a modern bowl with an attached hotel and large conference footprint. Select Car Leasing holds current naming rights.

What happens here

Reading FC League One, FA Cup and EFL Cup home matches.
Matchday hospitality across multiple suites.
Conferences, banquets and private events year-round.

Who runs hospitality and catering

EC Catering Partners runs catering, hospitality and venue events at the Select Car Leasing Stadium in partnership with Reading FC, covering matchdays, conferences and private hire.

What’s it like to work here

Apply via EC Catering Partners / RFC Conference and Events channels. A strong Thames Valley option for staff in Reading, Wokingham, Bracknell and west Berkshire.

Stadium FAQ

About Select Car Leasing Stadium

Where is Select Car Leasing Stadium located?

Select Car Leasing Stadium is located at Shooters Way, Reading RG2 0FL, in Reading.

What is the capacity of Select Car Leasing Stadium?

The listed capacity of Select Car Leasing Stadium is 24,161.

Who plays at Select Car Leasing Stadium?

Select Car Leasing Stadium is associated with Reading FC.

When did Select Car Leasing Stadium open?

Select Car Leasing Stadium opened in 1998.

What surface does Select Car Leasing Stadium have?

Select Car Leasing Stadium has a Grass surface.

How do you get to Select Car Leasing Stadium by public transport?

Reading station connects by bus or taxi (around 20-25 minutes); the ground sits beside the Madejski / Green Park business area with an on-site hotel.

What is Select Car Leasing Stadium known for?

Reading FC's Select Car Leasing Stadium (Madejski Stadium) is a 24,161-capacity League One ground with EC Catering Partners on hospitality and events.