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Today to Thu 16 May, By Distance closest first.

Charley's Aunt - A Farce in Three Acts by Brandon Thomas

Charley’s Aunt - A Farce in Three Acts by Brandon Thomas The Spring Production by the Goring Gap Players. This play broke all historic records for plays of any kind, with an..... See more >
Goring Village Hall, High Street, Goring RG8 9AG
Today to Sat 20 Apr
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Piano Recital by Janet Pound

Piano Recital by Concert Pianist Janet Pound. Janet has been a concert pianist since she was 16 years old... See more >
St Mary s Church Church Lane Streatley on Thames RG8 9HU
Sun 12 May

Pangbourne Twinning Association French Film Night - 'Paris'

Paris (2007) A film by Cedric Klapisch. Pierre, a professional dancer, is suddenly diagnosed with a serious heart..... See more >
Pangbourne Village Hall Pangbourne RG8 7AN
Sun 28 Apr

Two'z Company

Vocalist, Guitar , A husband a wife act. Two'z a company are a husband and wife team based in Reading,..... See more >
Crown and Horns Public House Compton Road East Ilsley RG207LH RG20 7LH
Sat 20 Apr

FREE taster session with the Thatcham Rock Choir

FREE taster session with the Thatcham Rock Choir Are you looking to learn to sing? The Thatcham Rock Choir is led by singing teacher Chloe Payne. A local community..... See more >
Thatcham Baptist Church, Wheelers Green Way, Thatcham RG19 4YF
Tue 23 Apr, Tue 14 May, Tue 21 May, Tue 11 Jun, Tue 18 Jun

Bluebell Sunday

The South Oxfordshire village of Checkendon is surrounded by beautiful beech woodlands which towards the end of April... See more >
Village Hall, Main Street, Checkendon, Reading RG8 0SR
Sun 28 Apr

Matilda

Get ready for a rebellious adventure as the children rise up in Matilda JR. This dazzling MTI Broadway Junior..... See more >
Arlington Arts, Snelsmore Common, Newbury RG14 3BQ
Fri 26 Apr and Sat 27 Apr

Classical Music Concert

St Mary's Church in Shaw are delighted to welcome Tedesca for their fourth concert in Newbury. The..... See more >
St Mary’s Church, Shaw, Newbury RG14 2DR
Sun 28 Apr

A Royal Visit from the Tower Princess

Let your hair down and enjoy a royal visit from the tower princess and her roguish prince! With a fun sing-a-long,..... See more >
Shaw House, Church Rd, Shaw, Berkshire RG14 2DR
Sun 5 May

Mostly Mozart - Concerts in Caversham

Exquisite chamber-music by Mozart, Benjamin Britten and Goosens. Mozart's Flute Quartet in A, his Piano Quartet..... See more >
St Andrew Church, Albert Road, Caversham RG4 7PL
Sat 20 Apr

MEDITATION COURSE: Meditations for Relaxation

MEDITATION COURSE: Meditations for Relaxation On this course we will learn and practice three simple guided meditations which are all forms of breathing meditation... See more >
Reading Kadampa Meditation Centre, 9 Bath Road, Reading RG1 6HH
Sat 27 Apr

Newbury Craft and Gift Market

A thriving craft & gift market in Newbury town centre. The location is the town's attractive methodist church. See more >
Newbury Methodist Church, 56 Northbrook Street, Newbury, RG14 1AN
Sat 20 Apr, Sat 25 May, Sat 15 Jun

Talk: Ancient Egypt’s Religious Revolution – The Amarna Heresy

The changes in state religion instigated by the pharaoh Akhenaten can be considered revolutionary. The move to one..... See more >
West Berkshire Museum The Wharf Newbury RG14 5AS
Sat 20 Apr

Museum guided tours

Join a member of the Thames Valley Ancient Egypt Society (TVAES) for a free guided tour of the special exhibition ‘From... See more >
West Berkshire Museum The Wharf Newbury RG14 5AS
Sat 20 Apr

Commemorating the 80th anniversary of D-Day

To commemorate the 80th anniversary year of D-Day West Berkshire Museum will be screening Working in Shadows, an... See more >
West Berkshire Museum The Wharf Newbury RG14 5AS
Mon 22 Apr to Sun 2 Jun
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Things to do around Reading

Reading is a vibrant town in Berkshire, England, that has a lot to offer for families looking for a fun and memorable day out. Whether you want to immerse yourself in the history and culture of the town, enjoy the natural beauty of the river and the countryside, or have some adrenaline-filled adventures, Reading has something for everyone. Here are some of the best things to do with kids in Reading:
- Experience the thrill of laser tag, go-karting, trampoline parks, and more at Reload, TeamSport Indoor Karting, Atom Trampoline Park, and RedKangaroo Reading. These are great places to have some friendly competition and burn off some energy. ¹²³
- Learn about the history and legends of Reading at the Reading Museum, the Museum of Berkshire Aviation, the Ure Museum of Greek Archaeology, and the Reading Abbey Ruins. These are fascinating places to see artefacts, models, ruins, and stories from different periods and cultures.
- Enjoy the beauty and tranquility of nature at the Beale Wildlife Park, the Wellington Country Park, the Forbury Gardens, and the Kennet & Avon Canal. These are lovely places to see a variety of animals, plants, and scenery, and have a relaxing picnic or a leisurely stroll.
- Have some fun and creativity at the Mad Hatters Pottery Painting Cafe, the Jungle Mania Woodley, the Escape Hunt Reading, and the Vue Reading. These are fun places to paint your own pottery, play in a soft play area, solve puzzles and escape rooms, and watch the latest movies.
Reading is a great place for a family day out or a weekend getaway. With so many attractions and activities to choose from, you'll never run out of things to do in Reading. Book your tickets online and start planning your adventure today.

Source: Conversation with Bing, 29/01/2024
(1) THE 10 BEST Things to Do in Reading with Kids (Updated 2024) - Tripadvisor. https://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/Attractions-g186363-Activities-zft11306-Reading_Berkshire_England.html.
(2) Best Things To Do & Days Out In Reading, Berkshire - Day Out With The Kids. https://www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/things-to-do/south-east-and-london/berkshire/reading.
(3) Family Friendly Activities - Visit Reading. https://www.visit-reading.com/things-to-do/family-friendly-activities.