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Forbury Gardens is a public park in the town of Reading in the English county of Berkshire. The park is on the site of the outer court of Reading Abbey , which was in front of the Abbey Church. The site was formerly known as the Forbury , and one of the roads flanking the current gardens is still known as The Forbury .
The heart of Reading, Forbury Gardens is a place for celebration, commemoration and contemplation. Once part of the Abbey precinct, the gardens were also a battleground in the Civil War before the Victorians created the formal gardens that exist today.
Forbury Gardens is a delightful Victorian town garden, created at the height of the urban parks movement. The gardens have recently undergone major restoration. They are located between the town centre and the ruins of the 11th century abbey, not far from Reading Station.
Oct 1, 2023 · It really is a charming green space located in the heart of Reading, offering a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of city life. The park boasts beautifully landscaped gardens, a picturesque pond, and historical features like the famous Maiwand Lion statue.
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51°27′25″N 0°58′03″W / 51.456952°N 0.967481°W / 51.456952; -0.967481. The Maiwand Lion is a sculpture and war memorial in the Forbury Gardens, a public park in the town of Reading, in the English county of Berkshire. The statue was named after the Battle of Maiwand and was unveiled in December 1886 to commemorate the ...
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