St Giles' Church, Reading, Medieval parish church in Reading, England
The church features an Early English style architecture with flint exterior walls, a tiled roof, and an ashlar steeple added in 1873.
Founded in the 12th century to serve communities south of River Kennet, the church received sanctuary rights from Reading Abbey in 1191.
The church maintains Anglo-Catholic traditions within the Church of England and functions as a central location for community gatherings and religious ceremonies.
Located at coordinates 51.450983, -0.970403, St Giles' Church welcomes visitors while maintaining regular religious services throughout the week.
During the English Civil War, the church tower served military purposes, leading to artillery damage when Royalist forces used it as a garrison.
Location: Reading
Website: http://sgilesreading.org.uk
GPS coordinates: 51.45098,-0.97040
Latest update: March 4, 2025 22:24
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