Reading is booming with brilliant bars, superb stores and exquisite cafés, but that doesn’t mean we don’t miss the staples of the high street from times gone by.

Whether you had your first job in one or your favourite childhood memories, there are so many stores we wish were still serving customers in the town.

We which you missed most from Reading and from hundreds of responses these were the top 15.

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If looking at these shops makes you feel like the town is missing something, why not check out one of the many new businesses opening in Reading every month.

HK Superstore opened in Woodley this year, advertised as an 'Asian-Oriental superstore'.

Jollibee's first restaurant in Berkshire opened in Broad Street in September.

Preparation work has begun on Biryani Mama Bar & Restaurant in St Mary’s Butts.