Reading Town Hall
Reading Town Hall is the town hall of Reading, Berkshire, England. The town hall was built in several phases between 1786 and 1897, although the principal facade was designed by Alfred Waterhouse in 1875. Situated close to the site of Reading Abbey, it is adjoined to the north by the Hospitium of St John and to the south by St Laurence's Church.
| Reading Town Hall | |
|---|---|
The town hall in 2018 | |
Location within Reading Town Centre | |
| General information | |
| Type | Town hall |
| Architectural style | Italianate |
| Classification | |
Listed Building – Grade II* | |
| Designated | 22 March 1957 |
| Reference no. | 1113400 |
| Location | Reading, Berkshire, UK |
| Coordinates | 51.45695°N 0.97005°W |
| Construction started | 1786 |
| Completed | 1875 |
| Design and construction | |
| Architect(s) | Alfred Waterhouse |
No longer the home of the town's administration, the Town Hall now houses the Reading Museum, a large concert hall, several smaller halls and conference rooms, a marriage Ceremony Room, and a public cafe. It is a listed building, with the block designed by Alfred Waterhouse being listed grade II*, whilst other parts of the building are listed grade II.
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