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Today to Sat 1 Jun, 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

Afternoon Tea with music and church tour

Treat yourself and family and friends to Afternoon Tea With music and tour of St James church led by Senior Archivist... See more >
St James the Less Church, Pangbourne Hill, Pangbourne RG8 7AX
Sat 11 May

Open Garden

Open Garden. Beautiful 1.75 acre garden with formal, wild, riverside garden areas, pond and arboretum. Teas and Pimms... See more >
Walnut Tree Cottage Sulham Lane Sulham near Pangbourne RG8 8EA
Sun 26 May

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
Today and Sun 5 May
Premium

Disney's Beauty and the Beast - The musical

Disney’s Beauty and the Beast - The musical Jigsaw Stage Productions proudly invites you to ‘Be Our Guest’ as the most enchanted musical of all time,... See more >
Cornerstone, 25 Station Rd, Didcot OX11 7NE
Wed 22 May to Sat 25 May

Paul Zerdin 'Puppetman' Tour

After overwhelming public demand, the winner of America’s Got Talent 2015 Paul Zerdin will be bringing his show,... See more >
Cornerstone Arts Centre 25 Station Rd, Didcot OX11 7NE
Sat 1 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
Today, Sun 5 May, Sat 11 May, Sun 12 May

Join our choir in Didcot for a FREE taster session

Join our choir in Didcot for a FREE taster session If you have always wanted to join a choir locally, you can! The local Didcot choir is run by vocal coach Krisha..... See more >
All Saints C of E School, Tamar Way, Didcot OX11 7QH
Thu 9 May, Thu 6 Jun, Thu 13 Jun, Thu 20 Jun, Thu 27 Jun

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
Today

2024 English Music Festival

The annual English Music Festival celebrates the brilliance, innovation, beauty and rich musical heritage of Britain... See more >
Dorchester Abbey High Street Dorchester-on-Thames OX10 7HH
Fri 24 May, Mon 27 May

Meditation Course: Meditations for a Clear Mind

Meditation Course: Meditations for a Clear Mind An introduction and three simple guided meditations that will help us to experience mental clarity and inner peace by... See more >
9 Bath Road, Reading RG1 6HH
Sat 18 May

Purley Hall and Charles Bridgeman Talk

Purley Hall and Charles Bridgeman Talk Our speaker is Ben Viljoen, a founder member of Berkshire Gardens Trust. Ben has always been interested in the history..... See more >
The Centre for Heritage and Family History, 2nd Floor, Reading Central Library, Abbey Square, Reading RG1 3BQ
Thu 9 May

Walk Around Woodley

Walk Around Woodley Join historian Ann Smith for a circular walk around Woodley, looking at Woodley’s listed buildings, the forge, pub, and... See more >
Organisers - The Centre for Heritage and Family History, 2nd Floor, Reading Central Library, Abbey Square, Reading RG1 3BQ
Tue 14 May

The Technology of D-Day Online Talk

The Technology of D-Day Online Talk The large raid on Dieppe in August 1942 was a complete failure. However, it provided important lessons to the allies..... See more >
Organisers - The Centre for Heritage and Family History, 2nd Floor, Reading Central Library, Abbey Square, Reading RG1 3BQ
Thu 23 May

Secondhand Book Fair

Secondhand Book Fair Love books and reading? Learning new things? Over recent years. Berkshire Family History Society has been given many..... See more >
The Centre for Heritage and Family History, 2nd Floor, Reading Central Library, Abbey Square, Reading RG1 3BQ
Sat 1 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.