05/10/2026
🏛️ A Piece of Berkshire History
Did you know that the beautiful Mansion House at Berkshire Independent Hospital was originally built as between 1802 and 1810 on the historic Coley Park estate in Reading.
Over the centuries, the estate has seen many changes. From its beginnings as a private Georgian residence, it passed through notable families, witnessed the early days of , and even played a role during both World Wars. After serving as government offices for many years, the building fell into disrepair before being lovingly restored in the 1990s.
Today, this Grade II listed building has been given a new lease of life as an integral part of The Berkshire Independent Hospital, housing the diagnostic facility, while preserving its rich architectural heritage.
It's wonderful to think that every day, patients, visitors and staff walk through a building with more than 200 years of history at its heart.