Archaeological sites · South East England
Reading Abbey: a Cluniac and Benedictine monastery and Civil War earthwork
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Reading Abbey: a Cluniac and Benedictine monastery and Civil War earthwork — archaeological site in Reading, Berkshire, England, UK.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
- Nearest railway station
- Reading · 0.5 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Reading Abbey: a Cluniac and Benedictine monastery and Civil War earthwork is a place of interest in South-East England. Officially recognised as scheduled monument. It sits within the Reading Central parliamentary constituency. The nearest railway station is Reading, about 0.5 km away. Postcode area RG1.
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Official information
Reading Abbey is a historical site that includes remnants of a Cluniac and Benedictine monastery, as well as earthworks from the Civil War. Visitors can explore the ruins and learn about the site's significance in local history.
Place summary
Reading Abbey in South-East England is a Cluniac and Benedictine monastery with notable Civil War earthworks. It is designated as a scheduled monument, reflecting its historical significance. The site is located in the unparished area of Reading, postcode RG1.
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- Coordinates
- 51.4566, -0.9656
- District
- Reading
- Parish
- Reading, unparished area
- Postcode
- RG1 3HW
- Parliamentary constituency
- Reading Central
- Nearest railway station
- Reading — 0.5 km
- Official site
- international-brigades.org.uk
Sources
- wikidata: Q17645560 (CC0)
- commons: Reading Abbey interior.jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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📷 5Frequently asked questions
- Where is Reading Abbey: a Cluniac and Benedictine monastery and Civil War earthwork?
- Reading Abbey: a Cluniac and Benedictine monastery and Civil War earthwork is in South-East England, United Kingdom (postcode RG1 3HW), in the parish of Reading, unparished area.
- What is Reading Abbey: a Cluniac and Benedictine monastery and Civil War earthwork?
- Reading Abbey: a Cluniac and Benedictine monastery and Civil War earthwork — archaeological site in Reading, Berkshire, England, UK.
- How do I get to Reading Abbey: a Cluniac and Benedictine monastery and Civil War earthwork?
- The nearest railway station is Reading, about 0.5 km away. Drivers can use postcode RG1 3HW.
- Is Reading Abbey: a Cluniac and Benedictine monastery and Civil War earthwork a listed building?
- Reading Abbey: a Cluniac and Benedictine monastery and Civil War earthwork is officially recognised as scheduled monument listed.
- Is Reading Abbey: a Cluniac and Benedictine monastery and Civil War earthwork free to visit?
- Yes, Reading Abbey: a Cluniac and Benedictine monastery and Civil War earthwork is free to enter.
- How do I get to Reading Abbey: a Cluniac and Benedictine monastery and Civil War earthwork?
- The nearest railway station is Reading, about 0.5 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode RG1 3HW.