In pictures: The grand reveal of Reading Gateway

The Abbey Gateway will reopen on Saturday, April 14. Credit: Getreading

Volunteer King Henry I, will be welcoming Reading people into the gateway. Credit: Getreading

The exterior still maintains some of its original facade. Credit:Getreading

The gateway that used to welcome royalty now acts as an access route for pedestrians. Credit: Getreading

The room which will house the Victorian classes was set up for a modern day private launch. Credit: Getreading

Although lighting has been added, the beams are primarily the original wood. Credit: Getreading

Some of the posters, paintings and chairs that will be used for the Victorian classes were on display. Credit: Getreading

The 'Dunce' hat for slow learners that Victorians traditionally used, along with the bell to signify change in class or breaks. Credit: Getreading

The classrooms will also have sewn artwork created by Reading students hanging around the room. Credit: Getreading

Volunteer King Henry I, staying in character for the launch. Credit: Getreading

Patchwork created by students in Reading will decorate the Victorian classes. Credit: Getreading

Artefacts will be on show to help children interact with history. Credit: Getreading

A presentation of the changes made by CRL Restoration. Credit: Getreading

Class is in session as Cllr Sarah Hacker rings the bell as Reading's Mayor Cllr Rose Williams watches. Credit: Getreading

Reading's Mayor Cllr Rose Williams stops for a photo with King Henry I Credit: Getreading