ABBEY RUINS

Abbey Ruins are the crumbled walls of the major buildings of the Reading Abbey that stand even today. They are parts of the Abbey which was founded in 1121 by Henry I, which have withstood its deterioration over time. In the ruins you find remains of an Abbey Church in the piers of the central tower, of the vestry, the chapter house and the infirmary passage.

The Abbey Quarter is a historically and culturally important section of the Reading town, which reflects upon its 900 years old heritage. One of the most important tourist places to visit in reading, ruins of Reading Abbey are located in the county of Berkshire. Reading Abbey was founded by Henry I in 1121 with the purpose of salvation of his soul as well as that of his family.

The ruins have seen a great amount of history during the Civil War which occured in the 17th century which further deteriorated the ruins. Because Reading town is located at a strategic position, a need to build defensive walls had arisen and the stones utilised for the purpose were taken from the Abbey during the civil war. Once again, during the construction of St. James’ Roman Catholic Church in 1837, the Abbey stones were used to give it its characteristic famous Romanesque architectural style. 

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Highlights

• Learn more about the history of the Reading town at the Abbey Quarter where the ruins of the 1121 AD built monastery still stands.
• The ruins are surrounded by other Abbey attractions like the Forbury Gardens and the Abbey Gateway, go take a stroll at the garden while exploring the ruins.
• Save some time to attend the famous open-air theatre and performance which are organised within the premises as well.
• You can even rent the venue of the ruins for different purposes.