Reading FC are among clubs from across all three divisions of The Football League to have been awarded the 'Football League Family Excellence Award' for 2008/09.

A total of 41 clubs have received the Award, recognising the outstanding experience they provide for young fans and families at their grounds.

In announcing the successful clubs, Football League Chairman Lord Mawhinney said: "The 'Football League Family Excellence Award' provides a benchmark towards which clubs can work.

"It also aims to encourage their efforts to attract and retain family groups as supporters. Increasingly, our clubs are recognising the importance of adding value to the matchday experience of fans, so that families keep returning."

The Award is based on an independent assessment of the family experience at all 72 League clubs, commissioned by The Football League, during the 2008/9 season and using 'mystery shopper' families.