Purley has two primary schools with three other primary schools and Denefield Academy within a short distance of its boundaries.

It is within easy reach of Tilehurst and Pangbourne stations on the GWR and has a frequent bus (no 16) service to Reading its major neighbour and an infrequent service (no 143).

It is bounded to south and west by the North Wessex Downs area of outstanding natural beauty and to the north by the Chilterns AONB and has a good range of habitats from river and woodland supporting a diverse range of creatures.

The  Thames Path National Trail beside the river and a set of 12 designated footpaths provide many opportunities for ramblers.
There are two recreation areas with a bowling green and Pike Shaw woods in the ownership of the Parish Council.


There are three community halls , The Barn, the Memorial Hall and St Mary's Church  which host a large number of clubs and societies
Purley has two primary schools with three other primary schools and Denefield Academy within a short distance of its boundaries.
It is within easy reach of Tilehurst and Pangbourne stations on the GWR and has a frequent bus (no 16) service to Reading its major neighbour and an infrequent service (no 143).
It is bounded to south and west by the North Wessex Downs area of outstanding natural beauty and to the north by the Chilterns AONB and has a good range of habitats from river and woodland supporting a diverse range of creatures.
The  Thames Path National Trail beside the river and a set of 12 designated footpaths provide many opportunities for ramblers. There are two recreation areas with a bowling green and Pike Shaw woods in the ownership of the Parish Council.

There are three community halls , The Barn, the Memorial Hall and St Mary's Church  which host a large number of clubs and societies
Purley on Thames