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Today to Tue 14 May, By Distance closest first.

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

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
Wed 17 Apr to Sat 20 Apr
Premium

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

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

Colour and Clay Exhibition

Colour and Clay Exhibition Five local artists will exhibit paintings & prints, silk scarves , colourful textiles & wheel thrown & hand built... See more >
St. Agatha’s Church, Brightwell cum Sotwell OX10 0RT
Sat 4 May and Sun 5 May
Premium

Join our choir in Didcot for a FREE taster session

Join our choir in Didcot for a FREE taster session If you have ever thought 'I want to join a choir near me in Didcot?' then why not join your local Rock..... See more >
All Saints C of E School, Tamar Way, Didcot OX11 7QH
Thu 25 Apr, Thu 9 May, and more dates until Thu 20 Jun

Earth Trust Spring Festival

Seasonal farmyard fun for the whole family! Join us down on the farm as we celebrate the joys of spring, with..... See more >
Earth Trust Farm at Earth Trust Centre OX14 4QZ
Sat 4 May, Sun 5 May, Sat 11 May, Sun 12 May

John Rutter Come & Sing

John Rutter, one of the UK’s foremost choral composers, will lead a Come & Sing day in Dorchester Abbey... See more >
Dorchester Abbey High Street Dorchester-on-Thames OX10 7HH
Sat 4 May

Surprise! Surprise! performed by Dorchester Amateur Dramatics Society

Surprise! Surprise! a comedy by Philippa Smith - Jess’s son has arranged a weekend getaway in a Derbyshire cottage for..... See more >
Dorchester on Thames Village Hall, 7 Queen Street, Dorchester on Thames OX10 7HR
Thu 25 Apr to Sat 27 Apr

Nature Tots - Didcot

Join us for an adventure with outdoor nature play, crafts and stories for pre-school aged children on our beautiful... See more >
BBOWT, Sutton Courtenay Environmental Education Centre, Sutton Courtenay Road, Didcot. OX14 4TE
Fri 26 Apr

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

The Old Rectory, Farnborough - Open Garden for NGS

The Old Rectory, Farnborough - Open Garden for NGS In a series of immaculately tended garden rooms inc herbaceous borders, arboretum, secret garden, roses, vegetables and... See more >
The Old Rectory, Farnborough, nr Wantage OX12 8NX
Sun 12 May

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

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
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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.