Reading Abbey and University

Windsor & District Group

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Overview

A morning walk through the remains of Reading Abbey and onto the University, 120 hectares of stunning parkland. Bring a drink and snack. We will exit the university campus onto the Shinfield Road and catch a bus back to Central Reading. We should be back in Reading by 12.30pm

Friday, 27 February 2026

Start time:: 10:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 12:30 pm

Difficulty:: Easy
Distance:: 7.2km / 4.5mi
Ascent:: N/A
Type:: circular

Features

Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
Toilets available
Accessible by public transport
No Stiles

Starting point

Grid reference:: SU 71504 73836
Nearest postcode:: RG1 1LY
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Start time:: 10:00 am

Meet outside Reading Railway Station in front of The Three Guineas Pub. Catch the Elizabeth Line from Slough at 09:15, Burnham 09:18, Taplow 09:21 Maidenhead 09:24 to arrive at Reading 09:38

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