Reading, EnglandEst. 1871“The Royals”

Retro Reading Shirts

Classic Royals shirts from the Elm Park years, recalling the 1960s and 1970 sides that played there. Handcrafted in the UK from 100% cotton.
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Reading 1970 Retro Football Shirt Reading 1970 Retro Football Shirt
Made in the UKHandcrafted the old-fashioned way
100% cottonAuthentic look and feel
Adults & kidsSizes S–5XL, plus kids’ range
Name & numberPersonalise any shirt
The collection

Reading

2 shirts
Reading 1970 Retro Football Shirt_0 1970

Reading 1970

£61.00
Quick add · pick a size
£61.00
Reading 1960s Retro Football Shirt_0 1960s

Reading 1960s

£52.00
Long sleeve
Quick add · pick a size
£52.00
Kids’ shirtsSizes for ages 3–13 → personalisation image Add a name & numberPeriod-correct lettering →
About the collection

Retro Reading football shirts

Reading kit timeline
  1. 1871Reading Football Club is founded on Christmas Day
  2. 1896Moves to Elm Park
  3. 1998Leaves Elm Park after 102 years
  4. 2006Promoted with a record 106 points

Reading are one of the oldest clubs in the Football League, founded on Christmas Day 1871. Our retro Reading shirts recreate classic Reading kits from the Elm Park years, handcrafted in the UK from 100% cotton with no modern sponsor or manufacturer logos.

Biscuitmen and Royals

Reading were once known as the Biscuitmen, after the town’s famous biscuit maker Huntley & Palmers. That name has faded, and today the club is known as the Royals, after the Royal County of Berkshire. Blue and white are the club colours.

The Elm Park years

For 102 years, from 1896 to 1998, Reading played at Elm Park. Our Reading 1960s Retro Football Shirt and Reading 1970 Retro Football Shirt both come from that long stay.

Record breakers

In 2005–06 Reading won their division with 106 points, a record for a professional league season at the time, and reached the top flight for the first time. Explore more classic clubs in our retro Championship shirts collection, or add a name and number to make your Reading shirt unique.

Reading shirt FAQs

Why are Reading called the Royals?+

The name comes from the Royal County of Berkshire. The club was previously known as the Biscuitmen, after biscuit maker Huntley & Palmers.

Where did Reading play before their current stadium?+

Reading played at Elm Park for 102 years, from 1896 to 1998.

Can I add a name and number to my Reading shirt?+

Yes. Choose a name and number for £12, or just a name or just a number for £7.50. We match the lettering style to the era of your shirt.

What sizes do the Reading shirts come in?+

Adult shirts come in sizes S to 5XL, and we make a kids’ range too. Check the size guide on each shirt for chest measurements.

Can I return my shirt?+

Unpersonalised shirts can be returned within 14 days. Personalised shirts are made to order, so they can’t be returned unless faulty.