🇬🇧 One Day in Reading: A Perfect London Escape

Just 27 minutes by train from London, Reading is a charming blend of history, nature, and culture—ideal for a day trip! Here’s how to make the most of your visit: 🌅 Morning: Step into History 1️⃣ Reading Abbey Ruins 🏰 Walk through the 12th-century abbey ruins where King Henry I was buried. Pro tip: The Abbey Gateway offers the best photo ops! 2️⃣ Reading Museum 🖼️ Discover Roman artifacts and the famous Bayeux Tapestry replica. 🌿 Midday: Nature & Lunch 3️⃣ Forbury Gardens (Royal County of Berkshire’s "Secret Garden") 🌸 A peaceful oasis with Victorian-era fountains and flower beds. 4️⃣ Brunch at The Corn Stores 🥓 Try a full English breakfast (sausages, bacon, eggs, mushrooms + baked beans) with riverside views. 🎓 Afternoon: Academia & Art 5️⃣ University of Reading’s Whiteknights Campus 🏫 Stroll around the serene lake and lush greenery. 6️⃣ Hexagon Theatre 🎭 Catch a play or musical at this iconic 1,200-seat venue. 🍽️ Evening: Seafood & Strolls 7️⃣ Dinner at London Street Brasserie 🦪 Fresh oysters, mussels, and prawns—locally sourced! 8️⃣ Night Walk Along the Thames 🌉 End the day with twinkling lights over the river. 🚆 Travel Tips Trains: Frequent services from London Paddington (30 mins). Weather: Pack a light jacket—English skies are unpredictable! ☔ Photos: Reading’s red-brick architecture + abbey shadows = Instagram gold. #DayTripsFromLondon #ReadingUK #BritishCharm