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The Waffle Machine Orchestra
The Waffle Machine Orchestra is the freshest sound of Swing!
An international band hailing from England, Germany and Switzerland. The grooving rhythm section of double bass, drums and guitar is accompanied by red-hot brass of trumpet and trombone.
Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Altwood Road, Maidenhead, Berkshire
Today
New Music Tuesday
The line up for New Music Tuesdays on 20th August at the Acoustic Couch, Bracknell will feature an extended set by Chris Ricketts folk singer and guitarist 21st Century shanty singer breathing new life into classic sea songs.
Acoustic Couch
Today
Basildon Park - At Home with Art - Treasures of the Ford Collection
A new exhibition of inspiring artworks in the South Pavilion. Booking Not Needed.
Basildon Park, Lower Basildon, Reading,
Today to Sat 5 Oct
A Strange New Space
Amira is completely obsessed with space and dreams of becoming an Astronaut. But one night, the bangs, whooshes and fizzes of her imagination explode right out of her dreams, becoming a deafening reality. In the darkness, Amira must leave her hometown to go on an adventure, to find a safe space.
The Curve, William Street, Slough
Today
The Maidenhead Beach at Norden Farm
Our ever popular Beach is back - inspired by the laid back tropical paradise that is Goa.
It’s free to play on every day with beachside tables available for snacks and lunch. Peel yourself off the beach and get creative with your little ones in our daily Beach Craft sessions.
Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Altwood Road, Maidenhead, Berkshire
Today to Sun 25 Aug
Kiss Me, Kate
When ego-centric actor-manager Fred Graham and his fiery ex-wife Lilli Vanessi find themselves starring opposite each other in a musical version of Shakespeare’s The Taming of the Shrew, sparks begin to fly.
The Watermill Theatre
Bagnor, Newbury
Today to Sat 21 Sep
Basildon Park - Parkland run at Basildon Park
Put your running shoes on every Tuesday to join our volunteers on a run around the park and woodland trails. Every Tuesday some of our volunteers will be leading a run along the trails at Basildon Park.
Basildon Park, Lower Basildon, Reading,
Today, Tue 27 Aug, Tue 3 Sep, Tue 10 Sep, Tue 17 Sep, Tue 24 Sep, Tue 1 Oct, Tue 8 Oct
Basildon Park - Exhibition: Basildon Park en vogue
Basildon Park comes to life with the style and glamour of its last owners, with select pieces on display from the Fashion and Textile Museum. Booking Not Needed. Suitable for children of all ages.
Basildon Park, Lower Basildon, Reading,
Today to Mon 14 Oct
200 Faces photography exhibtion
Exhibition 200 Faces photography exhibition
Location 200 Longwater Avenue, Green Park, Reading RG2 6UJ
Dates 17th – 21st August 2019
Open 10am – 3pm Daily
Cost Free Public Admission
Please note that this exhibition is taking place in multiple buildings on the Green Park site.
200 Longwater Avenue, Green Park, Reading
Today and Wed 21 Aug
Enchanted Forest: tales and trails
Step into a world of make believe and let your imaginations run wild as Bracknell Forest becomes Enchanted Forest and we bring storytelling to life. Join us for a Summer of workshops and an Autumn festival inspired by all of your favourite children’s stories.
Bracknell Forest Bracknell
Today to Sat 21 Sep
Basildon Park - Make your own musical instrument
Create your own musical instrument with natural materials. Booking Essential. Phone: 0344 249 1895. Suitable for children of all ages.
Basildon Park, Lower Basildon, Reading,
Today, Tue 27 Aug
Runnymede and Ankerwycke - Terrible Tuesdays
Join King John for a free family history talk featuring Magna Carta and Runnymede. Listen to King John’s sensational stories in the magnificent meadows that made him infamous. Suitable for children aged 5 and up. Booking Not Needed. Supervised children welcome. Dogs on leads welcome.
Runnymede and Ankerwycke, Runnymede Estate Office, North Lodge, Windsor Road, Old Windsor
Today, Tue 27 Aug, Tue 3 Sep
Everything is Awesome as LEGOLAND Opens “The LEGO® MOVIE™ 2 Experience
In The LEGO® MOVIE™ 2 Experience, guests can experience movie magic and explore an actual LEGO® set as seen in “The LEGO® MOVIE™ 2”. Returning heroes Emmet, Wyldstyle, and their LEGO co-stars can be spotted in their hometown of Apocalypseburg recreated in miniature LEGO scale.
LEGOLAND Windsor Resort,
Winkfield Road,
Windsor
Today to Sat 24 Aug
Ultimate Activity Camps at LVS, Ascot
We provide outstanding activity day camps for children aged 4-14 during the school holidays, where the children’s welfare and fun are at the heart of all we do! Children will enjoy over 40 sports, games and art activities every week led by engaging staff at amazing locations.
London Road, Ascot, Berkshire
Today to Fri 23 Aug
The Haunted House Monster Party Ride at the LEGOLAND® Windsor Resort
New for 2019 is the Haunted House Monster Party ride. Little monsters are now invited to join the frightfully friendly Lord Vampyre for a monstrous party at his spooky new haunted home, celebrating his arrival in the LEGOLAND neighbourhood.
LEGOLAND Windsor Resort,
Winkfield Road,
Windsor
Today to Sat 24 Aug
LEGO® City comes to life at LEGOLAND® Windsor Resort in a new 4D Movie
On 4 May, a brand new 4D movie launches at the LEGOLAND® Windsor Resort. LEGO® City 4D – Officer in Pursuit! screening exclusively at LEGOLAND® Parks and Discovery Centre’s, will have the whole family laughing out loud.
LEGOLAND Windsor Resort,
Winkfield Road,
Windsor
Today to Sat 24 Aug
Ultimate Activity Camps at St. Gabriel’s School, Newbury
We provide outstanding activity day camps for children aged 4-14 during the school holidays, where the children’s welfare and fun are at the heart of all we do! Children will enjoy over 40 sports, games and art activities every week led by engaging staff at amazing locations.
St. Gabriel’s School, Sandleford Priory, Newbury, Berkshire
Today to Fri 23 Aug
Ultimate Activity Camps at Luckley House School, Wokingham
We provide outstanding activity day camps for children aged 4-14 during the school holidays, where the children’s welfare and fun are at the heart of all we do! Children will enjoy over 40 sports, games and art activities every week led by engaging staff at amazing locations.
Luckley House School, Luckley Road, Wokingham, Berkshire
Today to Fri 23 Aug
Ultimate Activity Camps at Reading Blue Coat School, Sonning
We provide outstanding activity day camps for children aged 4-14 during the school holidays, where the children’s welfare and fun are at the heart of all we do! Children will enjoy over 40 sports, games and art activities every week led by engaging staff at amazing locations.
Reading Blue Coat School, Sonning Lane, Sonning, Reading
Today to Fri 30 Aug
The Big Dinosaur Show at The Look Out Discovery Centre
Give us your best dinosaur ROAR as you become part of the herd. Guide the herd through the prehistoric challenges to help them survive. Our entertaining live science show is so REX-CITING! Tickets for this interactive show can be purchased from reception on the day of your visit. Suitable for children age 4+.
The Look Out Discovery Centre, Nine Mile Ride, Bracknell
Today to Sun 8 Sep
Bright Young Things Summer Programme
Bright Young Things is proud to present our extremely popular summer programme!
Are you worried about your little one falling behind over summer?
Our Early Years programme is designed entirely around preventing this from happening.
12 High Street
Today to Fri 6 Sep
Made in the Hood in Hampshire Open Studios
Made in the Hood in Hampshire Open Studios
Exhibition of art, ceramics, sculpture, textiles and photography by members of local art collective Made in the Hood, in the delightful setting of National Trust Sandham Memorial Chapel.
Free entry to Hampshire Open Studios exhibition rooms.
National Trust Sandham Memorial Chapel, Harts Lane, Burghclere
Wed 21 Aug to Mon 26 Aug
Malverleys - Open Garden for NGS
10 acres of dynamic gardens which have been developed over the last 7 yrs to include magnificent mixed borders and a series of contrasting yew hedged rooms, hosting flame borders, a cool garden, a pond garden and new stumpery.
Malverleys, Newbury
Wed 21 Aug 19
Acoustic Wednesdays
The line up for our next Acoustic Wednesday at The Old Court, Windsor on 21st August will feature James Parkin, David Knowles, Phil Coleman, Anne- Marie Gilliet & Jonathan Ross
The Old Court, St Leonards Road, Windsor
Wed 21 Aug 19
Family Activity Day at Shaw House during the Summer Holidays
Animals rock! Paint a large pebble with your favourite real or imaginary animal in the Great Hall from 10am and then go outside for a wildlife safari of the gardens with your local Wildlife Trust (BBOWT) from 10.30am.
Shaw House, Church Road, Newbury
Wed 21 Aug 19