HM Prison Reading
HM Prison Reading, popularly known as Reading Gaol, is a former prison located in Reading, Berkshire, England. The prison was operated by His Majesty's Prison Service until its closure at the start of 2014. It is a Grade II listed building and sits on the site of Reading Abbey.
The prison in 2007 | |
| Location | Reading, Berkshire |
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| Coordinates | 51°27′23″N 00°57′50″W |
| Security class | Young offenders Institution |
| Opened | 1844 |
| Closed | 2014 |
| Managed by | HM Prison Services |
| Website | Reading at justice.gov.uk |
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