Virgin Media: Virgin Media Reading Data Centre

The Virgin Media Reading Data Centre is located at Hambleden House, Reading (Henley-on-Thames area), part of Virgin Media’s UK data centre footprint. This facility supports Virgin Media’s high-performance services and is positioned to serve the Thames Valley, London, and broader UK connectivity needs. Its integration into Virgin Media’s national network enables low-latency access to key metropolitan areas.

⚙️ Facility Highlights

• Total power capacity: 7.5 MW 
• Multiple transformers and UPS systems supporting facility resiliency 
• Diverse power supply systems to safeguard against outages 

🔐 Security & Compliance

• Physical security with strict access controls (not fully disclosed) 
• Redundant UPS and power systems help maintain continuous operation in case of failures 

🌐 Connectivity & Carrier Access

• Part of Virgin Media’s network, enabling connection into Virgin’s backbone and service infrastructure 
• Supports data centre connectivity modules, with speeds up to 10 Gbps and redundancy options 
• Virgin Media is MEF-14 compliant for combined voice, data, and video in its live network, which enhances service reliability 

💼 Who It Serves

• Enterprises and service providers relying on Virgin Media’s infrastructure and regional presence
• Businesses requiring integration with Virgin’s broadband, connectivity, and backbone offering
• Organizations needing high-capacity, resilient infrastructure in the Reading / Thames Valley region
• Entities wanting to leverage Virgin Media’s national network and data centre connectivity services