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Today to Fri 31 May By Date within - 10 + miles

Wellington College Drama Performance - Lionboy

Lionboy Based on the novels by Zizou Cord, this theatrical adaptation is a magical treat for all the... See more >
Dukes Ride RG45 7PU
Today

Wellington College performance of Lionboy

Charlie lives in a future where phones are powered by the sun and cars are banned and companies are more powerful than... See more >
Dukes Ride RG45 7PU
Today

Grow How

Dobbies is encouraging gardeners to brighten up their garden with summer bedding plants at its free Grow How session,... See more >
166 Hyde End Road, Shinfield, Reading RG2 9ER
Sat 4 May

Grow How

Dobbies is encouraging gardeners to brighten up their garden with summer bedding plants at its free Grow How session,... See more >
Floral Mile, Hare Hatch, Twyford RG10 9SW
Sat 4 May

Join our choir in Wokingham for a FREE taster session

Join our choir in Wokingham for a FREE taster session If you have always wanted to join a choir locally, you can! The local Wokingham choir is run by singing teacher..... See more >
Holme Grange School, Heathlands Road, Wokingham RG40 3AL
Mon 6 May, Mon 13 May, and more dates until Mon 1 Jul

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

Quiz Evening

SATURDAY - 11th May 2024 Our Quiz Evenings are very popular, so don't miss out, book early. We now ask..... See more >
Woodlands Park Village Centre, Manifold Way SL6 3GW
Sat 11 May

Stubbings House - Open Garden for NGS

Stubbings House - Open Garden for NGS Parkland garden accessed via adjacent retail plant centre and caf. Set around C18 Grade II listed house (not open),..... See more >
Stubbings House, Maidenhead SL6 6QL
Sat 11 May, Sun 12 May

Stubbings House - Open Garden for NGS

Parkland garden accessed via adjacent retail plant centre and caf. Set around C18 Grade II listed house (not open),..... See more >
Stubbings House, Maidenhead SL6 6QL
Sat 11 May and Sun 12 May

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

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

Murder Mystery at Highfield Park

Can you detect a good night out? It would be criminal to let this one get away! Enjoy a fun-filled murder mystery..... See more >
Highfield Park, Church Lane, Heckfield RG27 0LG
Fri 17 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

Henley Craft and Gift Market

A well established Craft and Gift Market in prestigious Henley on Thames. The event sells a range of quaity products..... See more >
Henley Town Hall, The Market Place, Henley Upon Thames, RG9 2AQ
Sat 18 May

Binfield Free Pop-Up Wine Festival

Join Laithwaites Binfield at the Coppid Beech Hotel open day to meet the winemakers behind your favourite bottles... See more >
the Coppid Beech Hotel RG12 8TF
Sun 19 May
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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.