Reading Abbey Quarter Tour

Reading Abbey Quarter Tour
Explore the history of Henry I’s Abbey in Reading

This guided walking tour explores the heart of Reading with official Reading Museum tour guides.

Starting in the Story of Reading Gallery at Reading Museum and continuing outdoors, the tour leads visitors on a journey through the history and heritage of the Abbey Quarter. It highlights key sites, including the Hospitium, where medieval pilgrims stay, and the impressive ruins of Reading Abbey.

The tour explores the links between Reading Abbey and Henry I, son of William the Conqueror, and presents the wider history of the area. It also highlights the connection with author Jane Austen, including access to the Abbey Gateway, part of the former school where she studies and lives as a young girl.

Practical Information
Duration: 90 minutes
Price: £10 per person
Tours take place regularly on Saturday mornings from April to September.
Please note that the Abbey Gateway is a historic listed building without step-free access, with uneven floors and steep staircases. The tour includes a significant amount of walking and standing.
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