Things to Do in Reading When the Clock Strikes 5
Having a good work-life balance is important for maintaining a healthy lifestyle. You might be tempted to work late and finish off a few tasks before heading home but try not to get caught in the net! Working late can become a routine that's hard to get out of. Instead plan your evenings ahead so that you've got something to look forward to come 5 o'clock. If you're based in Reading town centre there are plenty of things you can do to get the very most out of your evenings.
Hit the gym
It can be a huge challenge to motivate yourself to exercise after work, particularly if you've gone home and cosied up on the sofa. Instead you will probably find yourself flicking through Netflix with a bag of crisps. How do people get motivated? They go straight after work! Exercise is an excellent way to relieve stress and boost your mood. By exercising straight after work you can have a relaxing, guilt-free evening. Sounds good eh?
Where to go: our Purple Partner Advance Gym is a local favourite that offers our customers exclusive discount. The gym has great facilities and hosts more than 100 classes a week. It's located just around the corner from our offices so there is no excuse not to join!
Happy hour
Who doesn't love a discount? Going for drinks with colleagues after work is not only a great way to relax but can be an excellent team building exercise. Get to know your fellow workmates in a casual environment and improve your relationships in the office.
Where to go: being in Reading we're a little bit spoilt for choice with bars and pubs on our doorstep. If you're looking for happy hour discount the town is your oyster! There are dozens of places that offer cheap drinks during quiet weekday evenings. Some places even have discounts on food. These offers are just waiting to be taken advantage of!
Become a member
Make time for your hobbies by joining a club. It doesn't matter whether you're a photography lover or a music enthusiast, there is a club out there for everyone! The benefits are endless, you can get to know people who share the same interests as you and grow your friendship group. You will be invited to club socials and you might even receive membership discounts. For a small cost you can learn new skills in something you are passionate about.
Where to find them: you can find clubs pretty much anywhere, just search on your web browser. There is even a website dedicated to meet up groups.
Grow your network
OK, maybe networking won't be the most exciting use of your time but it offers more advantages than you'd imagine. You can increase brand awareness in a relaxed setting, just remember to pack your business cards. Start making connections and building relationships with other like-minded businesspeople and you might even create new business opportunities come the following morning. This probably all sounds a bit tiresome and work-related, but don't worry! Usually there are free drinks and nibbles, and on some occasions there will even be a guest speaker. See, learn something new everyday!
Which to attend: it completely depends on the size of your business and what you specialise in. For a friendly, fun and free evening of networking we recommend attending a Business Biscotti event.
