Only $2.95 per month *

Discover Reading with its rich history, bustling festivals, and a population eager to connect.

Secure your local presence with a Reading virtual phone number using prefix 118.

Ideal for businesses and individuals alike, this number works on any device or software, ensuring you're always just a call away from the vibrant heart of Berkshire.

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Features

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Use any device or software

Any device can be used to make and receive calls with your FlyNumber.

  • iOS or Android smartphone
  • Mac, PC, or Linux computer
  • Desktop office phone
  • Any regular phone (a phone number)
  • 3rd party VoIP solutions
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FAQ’s

Can I get SMS on my Reading virtual phone number?

Unfortunately Reading, GB numbers do not come with SMS capabilities at the moment. This can change at any time, so follow us on social media for updates. Full list of SMS enabled numbers here.

Can I use FlyNumber to support my local business in Reading with a virtual phone number?

Absolutely! FlyNumber provides virtual phone numbers that can give your business a local presence in Reading. This is perfect for establishing a community connection, even if you're managing your business remotely. Plus, with the ability to route incoming calls to any SIP address or utilize our cloud-based PBX Phone System, you can handle customer calls with the flexibility and efficiency that every local Reading business needs during events like the Reading Festival or regular busy days.

How do I manage calls during specific events or busy periods in Reading like the Reading Festival?

FlyNumber allows you to route phone calls based on the day and/or time to the destination of your choice. This feature is especially useful during major events in Reading, such as the Reading Festival, when you might expect higher call volumes. You can set up your FlyNumber to forward calls to different team members or departments during peak times, ensuring you never miss a beat.

Is it possible to have a Reading phone number forward to my mobile device when I travel?

Yes, with FlyNumber, you can forward your Reading virtual phone number to any mobile or landline worldwide. This means you can be in London, New York, or anywhere else in the world and still receive calls made to your Reading number, keeping you connected to your home base even when you're away.

Can I use FlyNumber to handle business calls for different departments within my Reading company?

Definitely! With our cloud phone system, you can set up a call menu for your callers—like pressing 1 for sales, 2 for support, which is ideal for directing traffic appropriately across departments in your Reading business. This setup can help streamline customer interactions and improve overall efficiency.

Will using FlyNumber help me save on call costs for my Reading-based business?

Yes, FlyNumber helps reduce call costs significantly. You can forward calls to any regular phone number worldwide for a low per minute rate. This is particularly beneficial if your business in Reading deals with international clients or remote teams, as it allows you to manage your communications budget effectively while maintaining excellent service.

Can I use my FlyNumber to enhance customer service for my Reading clients?

Using FlyNumber, you can elevate your customer service by enabling features like saving voicemails, greetings, and call recordings to the cloud automatically. This ensures that every client interaction is captured and handled professionally, which is crucial in a client-centric city like Reading where businesses thrive on strong customer relationships.

Local info you may want to know

Reading, UK, boasts a diverse population of around 342,000, with a youthful median age of 34 years. It's a hub for tech and insurance sectors.

Surprisingly, Reading has a higher percentage of tech workers than London. This vibrant tech scene could offer valuable networking opportunities for businesses.

The city is also recognized for hosting the Reading Festival, one of the UK's most famous music festivals, attracting a large, diverse crowd annually.

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A genuine Reading GB phone number

In the historic town of Reading, England, local numbers start with the prefix 118, reflecting the area's rich heritage and its modern connectivity.

Dialing format for these numbers follows the UK standard of (0118) xxx xxxx, allowing users to maintain a local presence in one of England's tech hubs.

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Other cities that may tickle your fancy

  • Swindon, a hub for innovation, perfect for expanding with a FlyNumber.
  • Norwich, rich in history and now accessible globally via FlyNumber's call forwarding.
  • Leeds thrives on business growth, enhance it with our cloud PBX system.
  • Southampton's bustling port connects better with FlyNumber’s unlimited incoming VOIP minutes.
  • Oxford, academic heartland, now linked worldwide through FlyNumber’s virtual numbers.
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Unlimited incoming

When you answer phone calls with VoIP, or in other words the internet - it's free unlimited incoming minutes.

This is included in the price of the Reading phone number.

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Forward to any regular phone number

For an additional low per min rate, you can forward the Reading FlyNumber calls to any regular phone number in the world.

Use our phone system (optional) for increased flexibility:

  • To multiple phone numbers (up to 3)
  • Based on day of the week and/or time
  • Forward to phone number as backup to VoIP
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Use cases

Over the years we've seen our FlyNumbers used in a multitude of ways:

  • Use the Reading number as a 2nd phone line/phone number
  • Anonymize your personal mobile phone number
  • Separate business and personal calls
  • For your "Contact Us" page
  • Give friends/family a local phone number to reach you on
  • Use the Reading, GB FlyNumber for applications or forms (both online and offline)
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Optional Cloud Phone System

Configure your call flow with our intuitive "drag and drop" grid canvas

  • Call menu / IVR
  • Time/Day based routing
  • Route based on caller-ID
  • Forward to multiple destinations (Phone numbers and/or VoIP)
  • Call Queue
  • Much more...
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We cover thousands of cities from all over the world

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Pay per phone number, not per user

No Setup fees.

Never any contracts or obligations, cancel anytime.

Set up a recurring subscription or add funds to your account manually.

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*Monthly price for the number includes unlimited incoming minutes when you answer with VoIP.

Additional rates apply when you forward to a regular phone number, make outgoing calls and/or use our internal cloud phone system.