About Reading Abbey
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About Reading Abbey |
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Reading AbbeyFrom the time of its foundation by King Henry I in 1121 until its dissolution under King Henry VIII in 1539, Reading Abbey was one of England's foremost and wealthiest monasteries. For the three centuries following its dissolution, it steadily fell into ruin, but was finally rescued from complete obliteration during the 19th century. Today the ruins of parts of the Abbey remain along with some more complete structures, distributed around a large area close to the centre of Reading – at the heart of Reading, and the heart of its culture and history. |
Where to find Reading Abbey Section from John Speed's 1610 map of Reading showing the Abbey area. |
History of Reading AbbeyThese links provide information about the history of the Abbey, from its founding in 1121 to its dissolution in 1539, its dilapidation during the following three centuries and finally its conservation as a ruin and scheduled ancient monument.1. British History Online - Reading Abbey 2. Reading Abbey timeline 3. Notable dates in the Abbey's history 4. Further history links |
Guide to Reading Abbey ruins
These links provide information about the ruins and the Abbey Quarter |
Reading Abbey ruins and Abbey Quarter: off-line resources
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Further websites and articles
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