If you know of any other great things for active kids to do in Berkshire which aren't listed on DAYoutWITHtheKIDS, please get in contact with us, so we can add them to the website and share the fun places to go with other children - thanks a lot
Family Days Out in Berkshire
Go Ape! Bracknell
Bracknell
Go Ape! Bracknell Go Ape is the UK's No.1 Forest Adventure. Take to the trees and speed down zip slides. They’re part of an exciting course of rope bridges, Tarzan swings and crossings; all set high above the forest floor.
Legoland
Windsor
Legoland At LEGOLAND Windsor the entertainment is certainly hands-on. Children aged 3-12 can take to the road, soar through the skies and sail the seas in complete safety. With over 50 interactive rides, attractions, live shows, building workshops and driving schools, not to mention over 55 million LEGO bricks, all set in 150 acres of beautiful parkland, LEGOLAND is a unique family theme park.
The Living Rainforest
Newbury
The Living Rainforest Discover the rainforest’s wonders as you stroll between tropical trees and plants, among free roaming butterflies and birds. An outdoor play area allows kids to let off steam, while adults can relax on the sun terrace with a cappuccino. All weather attraction with on site parking, café and shop.
The UK Wolf Conservation Trust
Reading
The UK Wolf Conservation Trust The Trust currently has 5 adults and 3 juveniles. Visiting membership to the Wolf Centre for member and two guests on a weekday is £40. Visits must be pre-arranged with the office.
Reme Museum of Technology
Arborfield
Reme Museum of Technology - a 'Family Friendly' military museum, with lots of things to do and see. Quizzes, trails, and crafts; 20 large military vehicles, a helicopter and the 'feely touchy' box. Picnic tables, room to run around outside, a large free car park and helpful staff ensure this is a family friendly Museum.
The Look Out Discovery Centre
Bracknell
The Look Out Discovery Centre - this hands-on science exhibition makes learning fun for everyone. With its 2,600 acres of Crown Estate woodland, nature trails, children's adventure play park, coffee shop and gift shop, you'll be sure to have the time of your life!
Reading Museum
Reading
Reading Museum Reading Museum Service offers learning experiences that are fun and suitable for all the family. From the serious student to the youngest child, all levels are catered for. We offer opportunities for both formal and informal learning including the chance to handle real objects.
Museum of English Rural Life
Reading
Museum of English Rural Life The Museum of English Rural Life houses the most comprehensive national collection of objects, books and archives relating to the history of food, farming and the countryside
The Ure Museum of Greek Archaeology
Reading
The Ure Museum of Greek Archaeology Located on the University of Reading campus, the The fourth largest collection of Greek ceramics in Britain. Within the museum’s 2000 objects, they also house an exciting collection of Egyptian antiquities, including a funeral boat and a mummified cat's head! They have exciting family events running during school holidays and also run regular school sessions and a varied public events programme.
Coral Reef - Bracknell's Water World
Bracknell
Coral Reef - Bracknell's Water World Fun filled leisure pool with pirate ship, 3 giant water slides, rapids, volcano and geysers. For the younger kids there are shallow waters a beach area, small slides and rain cloud. After the fun in the water have a meal or snack in the restaurant.
Magnet Leisure Centre
Maidenhead
Magnet Leisure Centre Fun pool for the kids and 8 lane 25 m pool for adults also has ikndoor play centre of the site for the children.
Windsor Leisure Centre
Windsor
Windsor Leisure Centre All the water features are such splashing fun! Aqua thrills for everyone; with Monsoon and Cyclone the two Giant Slides,Wild Water Creek, Olly the Octopus and his Water Cannons, the umbrella fountain and even a chance to relax in the poolside Bubble Tubs. Toddlers enjoy splashing about on the Beach and slide into our water on our Sandcastle slide.
Rivermead Leisure Centre
Reading
Rivermead Leisure Centre Rivermead Leisure Centre boasts a Lagoon Pool complete with flume, Flume, underwater lighting, a wave machine and music. There is also a baby pool suitable for young children.
Carnival Pool
Wokingham
Carnival Pool 25m swimming pool including flume and water features, learner pool
Central Swimming Pool
Reading
Central Swimming Pool Four different pools to suit all needs. Part time creche available.
Northcroft Leisure Centre and Lido
Newbury
Northcroft Leisure Centre and Lido Indoor and outdoor (seasonal) pools, creche, soft play area, sporting opportunities and sauna for mum.
Snakes and Ladders
Slough
Snakes and Ladders Snakes and Ladders is a huge indoor playground filled to the brim with climbing frames, ball ponds, cargo nets and slides. A ride on the electric motor bikes is also not to be missed. Kids can really let off steam while parents relax in our comfortable café.
Krazy Play Days
Reading
Krazy Play Days - the huge warehouse provides the perfect setting for indoor play and there's plenty of room to sit at a table or on our comfy sofas and armchairs.
Whoosh Children's Soft Play Centre
Bracknell
Whoosh Children's Soft Play Centre is a three tiered indoors soft play centre for children under 11 years of age. 20 foot astra slide, tunnels, aerial runways, toddler area, slides and lots more... Café, serving hot and cold food, drink all day. Parties everyday.
Cheeky Charlies Play Centre
Maidenhead
Cheeky Charlies Play Centre Large indoor play area with 3 levels with separate area for under 3's
Monkey Mates Indoor Play Centre
Wokingham
Monkey Mates Indoor Play Centre We have an indoor area containing slides, ball pools and ball cannons and also an outdoor area complete with swings, frame, roundabout and sit and ride cars etc. we will soon be adding a traversing wall to the outside area. we have full catering facilities Serving tasty food and drinks.
The Mad House Play and Party World
Reading
The Mad House Play and Party World The facilities include a main play frame complete with slides, ball pool, ball cannons and sports activity area.
Active Tots
Reading
Active Tots Indoor play area for UNDER 4s (or 1m tall) in a rural converted barn. In-house country kitchen which supplies all the bibs, bowls and beakers etc.
Eddie Catz
Newbury
Eddie Catz One of the very best in indoor play, Eddie Catz is the place to bring your child to play, have a party, take a class or join a workshop or an event! Our fun, safe environment has something for every child to do and our café and lounge areas offer a bit of down time for grown-ups.
Krazy Klub
Thatcham
Krazy Klub Soft play with kiddies' rock climbing wall, tube slide, adventure play, and toddlers' area with soft structure, to name but a few features. Everything is specifically designed to enhance motor neurone skills in the different age groups.
Windsor Castle
Windsor
Windsor Castle Windsor Castle, the largest and oldest occupied castle in the world, is one of the official residences of Her Majesty The Queen.
Highclere Castle
Newbury
Highclere Castle Highclere Castle has been part of our family since the late seventeenth century and is still a much-loved home today. We are delighted to be able to offer our unique home to the public, companies and romantic couples looking for a wedding venue who feel that the Castle and its beautiful grounds are suitable for their own special requirements Apparently the site of the real Downton Abbey
History on Wheels Museum
Windsor
History on Wheels Museum VERY limited opening but well worth a trip - generally open to public once a month, contact directly for information.
Bracknell Ski Slope and Ice Rink
Bracknell
Bracknell Ski Slope and Ice Rink Ice rink and ski centre - what are you stil doing sitting there - get your skates on!!! Great idea if you are looking for family days out in Berkshire.
Slough Ice Arena
Slough
Slough Ice Arena General Skating sessions take place during the day and night. However, if you're looking for something a little louder then our Disco Skate sessions on Tue, Friday and Saturday nights may be just what you're looking for.
Bracknell Ice Rink and Ski Slope
Bracknell
Bracknell Ice Rink and Ski Slope Ice rink and ski centre - what are you stil doing sitting there - get your skates on!!! Great idea if you are looking for family days out in Berkshire.
Adventure Dolphin
Reading
Adventure Dolphin The Adventure Dolphin provides an a wide range of outdoor and adventurous activities across West Berkshire primarily for the 13-19 year olds but our programme caters for people of all ages from 8-80.
Bray Lake Watersports
Maidenhead
Bray Lake Watersports RYA and BCU approved Centre providing tuition in windsurfing, dinghy sailing, kayaking, canoeing and stand up paddle boarding. Courses for Under 15s during school holidays plus after school and weekend clubs. All courses are taught by friendly, fully qualified professional instructors on the most up to date, modern equipment.
Adventure Dolphin
Newbury
Adventure Dolphin Pprovides an a wide range of outdoor and adventurous activities across West Berkshire primarily for the 13-19 year olds, but with children as young as 8 catered for.
Horseshoe Lake Activity Centre
Sandhurst
Horseshoe Lake Activity Centre Canoeing, dinghy sailing, kayaking, dragon boating, windsurfing, raft building.
Reading Climbing Centre
Reading
Reading Climbing Centre Climbing is a great way for kids to develop fitness, communication skills and make new friends! Suitable for ages six and up.
At Reading Climbing Centre we use our indoor climbing wall to provide kids and youth clubs, family taster sessions, beginners' courses and much more. We also run outdoor climbing sessions for families and children.
Tenpin Maidenhead
Maidenhead
Tenpin Maidenhead Kids love bowling, and if they are under 6 they can use a ramp and gutter guards. Tenpin Maidenhead has 26 lanes!
Big Apple Wokingham
Wokingham
Big Apple Wokingham An entertainment centre for all the family. Offering Tenpin bowling with glow in the dark 'Cosmic' lighting at the weekends, Laserquest laser tag arena, video games, pool tables, bar and café facilities.
Lakeside SuperBowl Newbury
Newbury
Lakeside SuperBowl Newbury Kids love bowling, and if they are under 6 they can use a ramp and gutter guards. This Lakeside SuperBowl has 24 lanes!
Absolutely Ten Pin
Slough
Absolutely Ten Pin 18 shiny new bowling lanes, 5 American Pool Tables, an EXCLUSIVE VIP room, and a great gourmet food service.
Reading Bowl
Reading
Reading Bowl With over 30 fully automated bowling lanes, tons of amusements, generous diner, American pool tables and a fully licensed bar, there is something here for everyone whatever their age or taste.
AMF Hollywood Bowl Bracknell
Bracknell
AMF Hollywood Bowl Bracknell Kids love bowling, and if they are under 6 they can use a ramp and gutter guards. Great family fun!
F1 Karting South East
Colnbrook
F1 Karting South East 8+ only. Karting race events, training and parties. Race up to 40mph in their 200cc biz karts. Their track is 450m long with 100m back straight.
Teamworks Karting Reading
Reading
Teamworks Karting Reading For 8+. fleet of karts are specially designed to allow youngsters to race at their own pace. They can limit the power for younger drivers as they learn how to drive, and teach all the skills needed to win on the track. They also do parties!
Cookham Walking Treasure Trail
Cookham
Cookham Walking Treasure Trail Looking for a fun and interesting way to explore East Berkshire? Try a Treasure Trail! Fun treasure hunts which teach you fascinating facts about the area and show you some beautiful scenery. Enjoy a fun family walk in the fresh air and solve an intriguing mystery at the same time.
Trilakes Animal Park and Little Angels
Sandhurst
Trilakes Animal Park and Little Angels Trilakes is a small children's zoo with a variety of animals including chipmunks, goats, miniature horses, rabbits, donkeys, pigs and sheep. The site itself is set around 18 acres of picturesque lakes.Little Angels is a childrens indoor play centre
Bucklebury Farm Park
Reading
Bucklebury Farm Park Magnificant deer park with four types of deer, free tractor and trailer rides to visit and feed them. Other paddock animals include a llama, Shetland ponies, donkeys, pigmy goats, pigs, cows, wild boar, rabbits and guinea pigs. Indoor and outdoor play area, lamb-feeding, nature trail, picnic area, pat-a-pet, refreshments kiosk. Great family days out in Berkshire.
Amners Farm and Minature Railway
Burghfield
Amners Farm and Minature Railway Visit the famous farm for the lambing weekends and have a truly unique experience! Ride the miniature railway and enjoy homemade refreshments!
Salters Steamers
Windsor
Salters Steamers As one of the longest established firms on the Thames we own one of the largest and most exclusive fleets operating on the river. Our cruises combine traditional style, contemporary comforts and the highest modern standards.
Kennet Horse Boat Company
Hungerford
Kennet Horse Boat Company The Kennet Horse Boat Company's canal cruises offer an opportunity to do just that. Choose between the slow meandering of the motor barge and the sedate drifting of the horse drawn barge. Whichever takes your fancy, we can offer you a great day out.
Museum of Berkshire Aviation
Reading
Museum of Berkshire Aviation Museum of local aviation history with much for the interested eye to feast on. Possibly best indulged on the same day as other attractions for a FULL day out.
Beale Park
Reading
Beale Park Space, fresh air, tranquility, fun, adventure, enchanting animals, exotic beauty and all this on the banks of the magical Thames.
Pope's Meadow
Bracknell
Pope's Meadow Come and explore this 13.7 hectare park where 18th Century poet Alexander Pope spent much of his childhood! The parkland is a Wildlife Heritage Site and includes a pond, copse and open grassland in addition to an outdoor children's play area. Picnic tables and benches are also located throughout the site.
Wellington Country Park
Reading
Wellington Country Park 350 acres of beautiful parklands surrounding a 35 acre lake, with numerous activities:- Adventure play area, toddler's area, animal farm and petting barn (seasonal) sand pits, water play, slides, miniature railway(�1), enchanted forest, nature trail maze, 9 holes of crazy golf plus an assortment of play equipment to climb; all to keep the kid's busy!! Family events held throughout the season!
California Country Park
Finchampstead
California Country Park In the summer a great big paddling pool is opened up, there is a play area, great walks and there is also a ceramic painting studio located within the California Dreaming Cafe
Shepherd Meadows
Sandhurst
Shepherd Meadows As neighbouring sites on the River Blackwater in Sandhurst, the children's play area, multi-sport area and skate park at the Memorial Park, combined with a network of paths around the rare habitats of Shepherd Meadows, ensure that a great day out will be had by all!
The Nature Discovery Centre
Thatcham
The Nature Discovery Centre Set amid Thatcham Lake and reedbeds. Enjoy lakeside walks, feed the ducks and let off steam in our adventure playgrounds! Explore the interactive wildlife and natural history displays and games in our Centre and enjoy organic refreshments in our café.
Westmorland Park
Bracknell
Westmorland Park Come and enjoy some peace and quiet in this calm rural setting and bring the children for a fun day out! This welcoming park of nearly 9 hectares is located to the north-east of Bracknell where a wide variety of activities are catered for through its paths, open spaces, play area and pavilion.
Ray Mill Island
Maidenhead
Ray Mill Island As well as a range of native trees and wildlife (including budgies and guinea pigs!) there’s an aviary and a play area for children. The island also provides wonderful views upstream of the weir and the wooded slopes of the Cliveden Estate.
Braywick Nature Centre
Maidenhead
Braywick Nature Centre The Nature Centre houses displays and exhibitions on wildlife, sustainability and local history; and has a large classroom for use by schools and other groups.
Dinton Pastures Country Park
Wokingham
Dinton Pastures Country Park Dinton Pastures Country Park - There are four different walks, all different lengths around the lakes and Woods. Their are picnic areas and a playground.
Basildon Park
Reading
Basildon Park This impressive Georgian mansion, surrounded by glorious parkland, was lovingly rescued from ruin by Lord and Lady Iliffe in the mid 1950s. There are waymarked trails through the historic parkland and gravel paths around the gardens.
Cocksherd Bluebell Wood
Britwell
Cocksherd Bluebell Wood A charming local nature reserve supporting a wide variety of flora and fauna and known locally as Bluebell Wood. An interesting geological feature is the large hollow said to have been gouged out of the terrain by a glacier in the last ice age some 15000 years ago. English bluebells are the star attraction in April.
Kidwells Park
Maidenhead
Kidwells Park 3 hectares of green space, with a children's play area, sports areas and a park for skating and BMX.
Northcroft and Goldwell Parks
Newbury
Northcroft and Goldwell Parks Peaceful and attractive riverside park with lots of green space for informal play plus equipped play areas for toddlers and juniors, zip slide and BMX track.
Riverside Gardens and Play Area
Maidenhead
Riverside Gardens and Play Area Offers a cafe, crazy golf and children's play area as well as natural green space.
Odeon Maidenhead
Maidenhead
Odeon Maidenhead Great for a rainy day indoors. The latest film releases shown all day everyday.
The Kiln Ceramic Cafe
Henley
The Kiln Ceramic Cafe - the ideal location to unwind and have fun, the Kiln Ceramic café offers a wide range of pottery ready to be painted by you. From plates and mugs to ornaments and jewellery,
there is something for everyone. No experience necessary.
ClayMates Ceramic Studio
Finchampstead
ClayMates Ceramic Studio ClayMates is a pottery studio, where kids have fun designing and painting their creation either to take home on the day or leave for glazing, re-firing and collecting the following week. Parties are also available.
Leap Frog Ceramics
Thatcham
Leap Frog Ceramics Choose any item from our large range of Italian Designer bisque - we'll provide you with a whole range of paints, brushes, stamps and other goodies to get you started.
Leap Frog Ceramics - Arborfield
Arborfield
Leap Frog Ceramics - Arborfield Painting your own pottery is a great way to relax, unwind, have fun and explore your creative side - all at the same time! Whether you're a toddler or a great grandparent or somewhere in between, there's something for everyone at Leap Frog Ceramics.
Arty Giraffe
Reading
Arty Giraffe Friendly craft cafe where the kids can try their hand at loads of different mediums from glass and porcelain painting to mosaic and decoupage. They also do great clay handprints and run workshops.
Pottery Pals
Wokingham
Pottery Pals One of two matching pottery cafes in Wokingham and Maidenhead. Child friendly pottery painting and craft cafe with help and equipment on hand.
Hands-on Art Adventures
Windsor
Hands-on Art Adventures Rediscover your creativity: boys or girls, toddler or grown up, there is an Art Adventure for everybody at our Arts and Crafts Centre in Old Windsor, Berkshire. Paint or Make your own Pottery; Arts and Crafts: batik, printing, collage, painting; Construction Kits; Modelling; Mechanical Clocks... which one will you choose?
HaaHoos Ceramics
Twyford
HaaHoos Ceramics We’re a fun and exciting pottery painting studio, with a large range of items you can choose to paint. Everything from cups, plates and bowls, to money boxes, ornaments and trinket pots, we have something for all the family! We also host a selection of great birthday party packages.
Ascot Racecourse
Ascot
Ascot Racecourse Why not consider Ascot Racecourse as something different to do for the family this year. With free entertainment and under 18's going free Ascot is a great day out and great value for money!
Royal Windsor Wheel
Windsor
Royal Windsor Wheel This attraction allows visitors the chance to enjoy the spectacular seasonal panoramic views of Windsor whatever the weather and from the comfort of their capsules.
The Herb Farm
Reading
The Herb Farm Got an amateur cook at home? Run down to the Herb farm and teach them where the good stuff comes from! Also with Saxon maze, farm shop and cafe. Best enjoyed for a FULL day out in conjunction with other attractions, but well worth a look!
Thanks for all the great things to do and Things for Active Kids to do in Berkshire with kids you keep sending in.
Now the school half term is upon us are with winter and the christmas holidays fast approaching, we're trying to find as many fun things to do with kids as possible, especially cheap and free family friendly places to visit this year - theme parks, waterparks and swimming pools, museums, indoor playcentres and softplay for toddlers, petting farms, wildlife parks and zoos, aquariums, castles, steam railways, pottery making and ceramic cafes, roller and ice skating rinks, karting tracks, snowdomes, dry and indoor ski slopes, climbing walls, activity centres, ten pin bowling alleys and all the other best family tourist attractions, that you can visit at the weekend.
Also teachers may find the site useful for ideas for the best places to take their classes on school journeys with many historical and educational atractions listed
So, if you've been for great days out with the kids, or a school trip, which isn't shown above, just send in an email and we'll add it on so people visiting on holidays and all the other children in Berkshire can enjoy the great day out as well.
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