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Today to Mon 3 Jun By Date within - 20 + miles

Open Studios INSIGHT exhibition

Over one hundred artists will exhibit their work at this year's Open Studios flagship INSIGHT exhibition at The... See more >
The Base Greenham, Greenham Business Park, Communications Road, Thatcham RG19 6HN
Today to Mon 27 May

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 11 May, Mon 13 May to Sat 18 May

Chalgrove Village May Day Festival

The largest and best free entry festival in South Oxfordshire is held every May Day Bank Holiday Monday in the village... See more >
Chalgrove Recreation Ground OX44 7TJ
Today

Beechenwood Farm - Open Garden for NGS

Beechenwood Farm - Open Garden for NGS Opening for the 40th yr, this 2 acre garden with many parts. Lawn meandering through woodland with drifts of spring..... See more >
Beechenwood Farm, Hook RG29 1JA
Today, Mon 27 May

Taplow-Maidenhead Giant Car Boot

Massive, established, busy, popular event. Late start Car Boot. Sellers: set up from 9am. Cars from £15, Small size..... See more >
Main A4 Bath Road, opposite Taplow Station, junc 7 off M4 (turn left onto A4 Maidenhead) SL6 0NP
Today

Japanese Garden opening for the National Garden Scheme

A Japanese garden, shielded from the upper garden level by Shoji screens. A winding path leads you over a traditional..... See more >
1 Talbot Avenue, High Wycombe HP13 5HZ
Today to Fri 21 Jun

FREE taster session with the High Wycombe Rock Choir

FREE taster session with the High Wycombe Rock Choir If you are wanting to learn to sing you'll like singing with us in the Rock Choir. The High Wycombe Rock..... See more >
St Michael’s Catholic School, Daws Hill Lane, High Wycombe HP11 1PW
Today, Mon 13 May, Mon 10 Jun, Mon 17 Jun, Mon 1 Jul

Bere Mill - Open Garden for NGS

Garden built around early C18 mill on idyllic isolated stretch of the River Test, east of Whitchurch. Gardens have been..... See more >
Bere Mill, Whitchurch RG28 7NH
Today, Mon 27 May

Bere Mill - Open Garden for NGS

Bere Mill - Open Garden for NGS Garden built around early C18 mill on idyllic isolated stretch of the River Test, east of Whitchurch. Gardens have been..... See more >
Bere Mill, Whitchurch RG28 7NH
Today

History On Wheels Museum Open Days

History On Wheels Museum Open Days Early spring Bank Holiday Sun 5 May, Mon 6 May lots of local history plus vehicles used in film and TV... See more >
Eton Wick Nr Windsor SL4 6QY
Today
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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
Tue 7 May, Tue 14 May, and more dates until Tue 11 Jun

Twelfth Night by William Shakespeare

Twelfth Night is a delightful romantic comedy filled with mistaken identities, practical jokes and more than a dash of... See more >
The Players Theatre, 3 Nelson St, Thame OX9 2DP
Tue 7 May to Sat 11 May

Pianists at Norden Farm - Jung Eun Séverine Kim

Pianists at Norden Farm - Jung Eun Séverine Kim Brahms: 4 Ballades, Op.10 Schubert: Allegretto in C minor, D.915; 3 Pieces, D.946 Schumann: Sonata No... See more >
Norden Farm Centre for The Arts, Altwood Rd, Maidenhead SL6 4PF
Wed 8 May
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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
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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.