Best Things To Do & Days Out In Reading, Berkshire
Planning a family day out in the biggest town on the River Thames? You're in luck - there are lots of great things to do in Reading!
Discover 1,000 years of history at the family friendly Reading Museum, where you can follow the journey of the town from its Saxon beginnings to the present day. Spread over two sites and 12 galleries the past is brought to life via art, natural history, archeology and much more.
Home to the fourth largest collection of Greek ceramics in Britain, The Ure Museum of Greek Archeology has over 2,000 objects. Wander through ancient Greece and get your own traditional clay pot made.
Take the opportunity to get to know the town during Reading family days out via The Reading Mystery Treasure Trail. Download the map for this self-guided tour and embark on your own mini family adventure to solve the puzzles and crack the clues as you make your way round this two-mile circular route.
If the children are ready for some action after all that educational fun then take them to Reading Climbing Centre. Suitable for children from aged 5 and up, all equipment is provided to get them climbing like Spiderman! Alternatively get the whole family on the track at the Teamsport Indoor Karting, or have a go at skiing at the Skiplex Indoor Ski Slope.
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TeamSport Indoor Karting Reading
Experience the thrill of indoor karting at TeamSport Reading! It’s the perfect place to find out who’s the ultimate speedster!
Ages 8+
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Ages 6+
Meadway Sports Centre
Get active at Meadway Sports Centre! Swim, play squash, join fitness classes, or explore our sports hall and gym!
All Ages
Wellington Country Park
Explore Wellington Country Park, an award-winning family day out destination! Spot ducks, explore fairy doors, ride & play Miniature Railway. Splash Zone, explore playgrounds & Pirate Ship, Jumping Pillow, Mini Golf & more. Delicious cafés, barbecues & Nature Trails.
Ages 0-8
Go Ape Bracknell
Reach new heights of fun & adventure at Go Ape Bracknell with zip lines, high-ropes courses, segways & axe throwing!
All Ages
Gaming Bus - Next Generation Gaming
12 Player Gaming Bus Games Consoles - Virtual Reality - Racing Car Simulators
Ages 6+
The Bounce Park Reading
The Bounce Park Reading offers epic indoor inflatable fun, toddler sessions, SEN events and parties – perfect for families!
Ages 1+
National Trust - Basildon Park
Explore Basildon Park, a grand Georgian mansion, rescued from ruin in the 1950s. Play the piano, enjoy the 1950s kitchen and explore the grounds, with a woodland walk tunnel and bridge!
All Ages
Henley Leisure Centre
Have fun at Henley Leisure Centre! Gym, sports hall, sauna & steam room, fitness classes, swimming lessons & junior gym sessions. Perfect for all ages!
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Active Reality Henley-On-Thames
The UK’s leading immersive group VR experience. Next-gen active gaming that gets kids moving and squads winning.
Ages 9+
TeamSport Indoor Karting Farnborough
Get ready to unleash your inner racer and zoom around TeamSport Indoor Karting Farnborough with the whole family!
Ages 8+
Reading Rep Theatre
Reading Rep Theatre has grown into one of the UK’s most exciting producing theatres – creating exciting work from scratch.
All Ages
Coral Reef Waterworld
Splash around in wild waterslides, explore the pirate ship & get lost in a lazy river at Coral Reef Waterworld!
All Ages
The Vyne - National Trust
Discover a world of history and fantasy at The Vyne. Explore the house, gardens & woodland with family trails.
All Ages
Cliveden Gardens and Maze - National Trust
Explore Cliveden’s stunning gardens, maze, and woodland play areas — perfect for family adventures and fun all year round.
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QIPCO British Champions Day
British Flat Racing's biggest day out with fun for all the family!
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Tumblestone Hollow at Stonor Park
Explore Stonor Park and its history! Tumblestone Hollow is the perfect adventure playground for kids
Ages 4-12
High Score Arcades Bracknell
High Score Arcades is a family-friendly free-play amusement centre offering unlimited access to over 80 classic and modern arcade games.
Ages 4+
The Mad House Play and Party World
Explore the Mad House Play and Party World with your kids! Climb the activity frame, zoom down slides and swing like Tarzan! Try the construction play zone, tunnels, slides and the ball pool! Bite to eat at the Cafe or try mid-week toddler activities.
Ages 0-12
Oxygen Activeplay Reading
Jump into a world of fun at Oxygen Reading! Wall-to-wall trampolines, parkour, ninja course, wipeout game, and more!
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