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Today to Mon 27 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 to Wed 1 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 4 May, Mon 6 May to Sat 11 May, Mon 13 May to Sat 18 May

FREE taster session with the Newbury Rock Choir

FREE taster session with the Newbury Rock Choir Are you looking to join a choir? Your local Newbury choir is run by choir leader Chloe Payne. Our choir is made up..... See more >
St Bartholomew’s School, Buckingham Road, Newbury RG14 6JP
Today, Mon 13 May, Mon 20 May, Mon 10 Jun

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, 30 White Hart St, High Wycombe HP11 2HL
Tue 30 Apr

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 30 Apr, Tue 7 May, and more dates until Tue 11 Jun

Animal Farm by George Orwell

Animal Farm by George Orwell- We’re delighted to welcome you to George Orwell’s classic political fable in an... See more >
United Reformed Church, Summertown, Oxford OX2 7ED
Tue 30 Apr to Sat 4 May, Tue 7 May to Sat 11 May

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
Wed 1 May to Fri 21 Jun

Brewery Comedy

Live stand up comedy. 8 years strong. Upstairs at the Mad Squirrel. See more >
Mad Squirrel Tap & Bottle Shop Church St High Wycombe HP11 2DE
Wed 1 May

Quietude | Daniel Ablitt

Sarah Wiseman Gallery are delighted to announce a solo show this May for artist Daniel Ablitt, ‘Quietude’... See more >
40-41 South Parade, Summertown, Oxford OX2 7JL
Thu 2 May to Sat 4 May, Tue 7 May to Sat 11 May, Tue 14 May to Sat 18 May, Tue 21 May to Sat 25 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

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

Club Rio

Club Rio - The venue for over 30's at The Marlborough Club, Didcot on Friday 3 May featuring dance music through... See more >
Marlborough Club OX11 8RU
Fri 3 May

Midsummer House - Open Garden for NGS

Midsummer House - Open Garden for NGS Midsummer Garden is designed by Justin Spink for his parents, Anthony and Penny Spink, in 2015. In 2018 Mike and Ann..... See more >
Midsummer House, Faringdon SN7 7QL
Fri 3 May, Fri 7 Jun

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
Sat 4 May and Sun 5 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.