Attractions and Places to Visit in Basingstoke

Reading is a historically significant English town in Berkshire County. Reading is known for its old buildings that capture history during a previous era, making it very intriguing to visit.

Famous the world over for its University and historic background, Reading is an intoxicating mix of ancient and modern, with everything you need for a short break or a long stay. It is known for its old buildings that capture history during a previous era, making it very intriguing to visit.

The Reading Abbey Offers Amazing History

From its founding in 1121 through the Medieval times, the Abbey was one of the wealthiest and most important abbeys in England. But, the monastery buildings were eventually looted and the stonework was re-used. Now, the Abbey merely serves as an historical landmark in Forbury Park to admire the architecture used nearly 1,000 years ago.

Cole Museum of Zoology

Cole Museum of Zoology

Over 4000 zoological specimens are contained in this fascinating museum. Specimens are drawn from all across the globe, and include an extensive marine collection.
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Forbury Gardens

Forbury Gardens

FForbury Gardens is a delightful Victorian town garden, created at the height of the urban parks movement. The gardens have recently undergone major restoration.
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Greyfriars Church

Greyfriars Church

The first Friary Church of St. Francis, commonly known as the Greyfriars' Church, in Reading was built alongside the Caversham Road, down by the River Thames in 1233.
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Museum of English Rural Life

Museum of English Rural Life

The Museum of English Rural Life was founded by the University of Reading in 1951 to reflect and record the changing face of farming and the countryside.
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Reading Museum

Reading Museum

Reading Museum & City Hall is an advantageous instance of Victorian gothic structure. The museum has eleven galleries displaying an enchanting vary of objects from their collections and a program...
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Reading Abbey

Reading Abbey

Visit the Reading Abbey Quarter and learn about its fascinating 900 years of history. Discover Abbey objects at Reading Museum in the permanent Reading Abbey display and other galleries.
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