Welcome to Caversham Court Gardens on the bank of the River Thames in Reading

Enjoy a flavour of the gardens from the video above.

Come and enjoy the beauty and long history of Caversham Court on the bank of the River Thames.  

Owned and cared for by Reading Borough Council. The Friends assist the council  to achieve its objectives for Caversham Court as a historic garden and to raise awareness of its history and importance. 

The gardens are open every day except Christmas Day from 8 a.m. to dusk. Entry is free.   

Christmas Carols in The  Gardens 

Monday 16 December

Join us for  Christmas Carols in the Gardens  on Monday 16 December.  The gates will open at 6.15 p.m. for mulled wine, hot drinks and mince pies and for children to explore the floodlit gardens.  The bells of St Peter's Church will ring out at 7.00 p.m. Singing will begin at 7.30 p.m. accompanied by the church choir.  

Econet Christmas Sale

Saturday 7 December

Econet will hold their sale in the Gardens on Saturday 7 December (9.30 a.m. to 1.00 p.m.)

Christmas trees (naturally grown Scots pine harvested as part of heathland management), holly, mistletoe, cones, willow wreaths and natural decorations will be on sale.  There will also be an opportunity to buy cards and gifts from the local wildlife trust and RSPB.  Fairtrade goods and hand-crafted wares will also be available as well as local honey and beeswax.