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Today to Tue 28 May By Date within - 20 + miles

Streetscapes Photography Exhibition

Please note our Covid health and safety procedures onsite. Please practice social distancing and act on any guidance..... See more >
200 Longwater Avenue, Green Park, Reading RG2 6GP
Today and Wed 1 May

Join our choir in Wokingham for a FREE taster session

Join our choir in Wokingham for a FREE taster session If you are wanting to find a choir you'll like singing with us in the Wokingham Rock Choir. The Wokingham..... See more >
Woosehill Church, Chestnut Avenue, Woosehill, Wokingham RG41 3RS
Today, Tue 7 May, Tue 11 Jun, Tue 18 Jun, Tue 25 Jun

Talkin Tables

Talkin Tables meets every week - for one hour - offering people the chance to connect with others. It is aimed at..... See more >
Rio Cafe Ground Floor Maidenhead Library St Ives Rd SL6 1QU
Today, Tue 7 May, and more dates until Tue 11 Jun

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
Today to Sun 2 Jun

Much Ado About Nothing

The critically acclaimed Watermill Ensemble sashay into the Golden Age of Hollywood with a glamourous new take on... See more >
The Watermill Theatre, Bagnor, Newbury RG20 8AE
Today to Sat 4 May, Mon 6 May to Sat 11 May, Mon 13 May to Sat 18 May

National Boba Tea Day

Celebrate National Boba Tea Day with us! First 100 customers get a FREE regular boba from a select menu and first 50..... See more >
CUPP, 159 Farnham Road, Slough SL1 4XP
Today

Surrey Jazz Orchestra- SJO Big Band-with the amazing vocalist Lelana

Surrey Jazz Orchestra- SJO Big Band-with the amazing vocalist Lelana The SJO Big Band are an established big band playing a wide range of big band swing and jazz tunes. We have been..... See more >
Jacobs Well Village Hall GU4 7PD
Today
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MyCarBOOTY Wednesday Car Boot Sale - FREE buyer entry

Our ever popular outdoor car boot sale in the rural hampshire countryside. Easy to find on A325 main road... See more >
Country Market, Osborne & Malthouse Farms, Kingsley, Bordon GU35 0QP
Wed 1 May, Wed 8 May, and more dates until Wed 26 Jun

Cathedral Tots at Guildford Cathedral

Cathedral Tots is a fun opportunity to get together with others inside our beautiful Cathedral. This month we are..... See more >
Guildford Cathedral, Stag Hill, Guildford, Surrey GU2 7UP
Wed 1 May

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
Thu 2 May and Fri 3 May

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
Thu 2 May and Fri 3 May

Bluebell Wood - Open Garden for NGS

Bluebell Wood - Open Garden for NGS Unique 100 acre ancient bluebell woodland. If you are a keen walker you will have much to explore on the long..... See more >
Bluebell Wood, Alton GU34 5SX
Fri 3 May and Sat 4 May

Drawing for Adults

Meet our resident artist Marianne Frost on the 1st floor and then set off into the galleries for two hours of indulgent... See more >
The Lightbox, Chobham Road, Woking GU21 4AA
Fri 3 May

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
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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.