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  • Reading Museum Blagrave Street Reading, England, RG1 1QH United Kingdom (map)

Reading Museum

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Free

Opening times:

Tue-Fri: 10:00 - 16:00

Sat: 10:00 - 17:00

Mon and Sun: Closed

Reviews:

4.6 from 1,200+ users
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About

Right in the heart of Reading, Reading Museum is the kind of place that surprises you.

Packed with local history, art, and archaeology, it’s a treasure trove of fascinating stories, from the days of Reading Abbey to the town’s role in the Industrial Revolution.

The star of the show? The full-scale replica of the Bayeux Tapestry, an intricate, 70-metre-long masterpiece that brings the Norman Conquest to life.

Wander through galleries filled with Victorian art, Roman artifacts, and even relics from the town’s famous biscuit-making past.

Whether you’re a history lover, an art enthusiast, or just curious about Reading’s hidden gems, this museum is well worth a visit.

Note** entrance is free so no bookings required, but donations are encouraged :)

Directions

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RG1 1QH (see on map)
0.1 miles from Reading station

Reviews

4.5 from 1,050+ users (source: Google reviews)

‘‘It's interesting and welcoming at the Reading Museum. The galleries focus on Reading and its region, but it isn't parochial at all. I especially enjoyed seeing a remarkable collection of glazed pottery in the "splashed" abstract design on’’

Review by Alan Walmsley

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