If you're thinking of planning a day out in the sunshine with some therapeutic 'vitamin sea' then please read on to discover our list of some of the best beaches to visit from Berkshire. We live in a land-locked county so each one is a little drive but well worth it for the fun that will be had. If you find this post useful and informative make sure you join the Berkshire Mummies Mailing List and follow on Instagram and Facebook. Mudeford Beach, Dorset A sandy beach with great views of Christchurch Harbour. The nearest car park is a 15min walk but there is also…
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Here is the Berkshire Mummies May Half Term What’s on Guide in Berkshire. If you find this blog post useful please share it with friends and family who may find it helpful and don’t forget to follow Berkshire Mummies on Instagram, Facebook and join the mailing list. Have a great Half Term. Featured Advertisement Berkshire’s Newest Literary Festival Well Read (25 & 26th May) is a family-focused festival celebrating words, wisdom & wellness in nature. Headliners include Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall, Clare Balding & Melissa Hemsley alongside a broad range of renowned speakers discussing children’s mental and physical health, nutrition, nature and animals. In partnership with…
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We recently took a visit to Runnymede, the birth place of Magna Carta and below share 10 family-friendly things to do at the Runnymede National Trust. We really enjoyed our visit and explore. To access you don’t need to be a member of the National Trust you just pay to park at the parking meter or via an app. If you are a member you get free parking. Runnymede is the home of the Magna Carta - King John signed the document here in 1215. If you find this post useful make sure you follow Berkshire Mummies on Instagram, Facebook and join the Mailing…
There is the most fabulous display of Bluebells at Little Thrift Wood in Maidenhead which are just beautiful to see and they smell fantastic. If you find this blog post helpful make sure you sign up to the mailing list and follow Berkshire Mummies on Instagram and Facebook. Where can I find the Little Thrift Wood Bluebells The bluebells tend to be on display towards the end of April to mid-May. It just depends on the climate and nature at the time. These bluebells can be slightly tricky to find, until you know where they are hiding! But it's worth the adventure. Plus the best…
There are a number of events taking place across Berkshire to mark 80 Years of VE Day. If you find this Guide helpful make sure you sign up to the mailing list and follow Berkshire Mummies on Instagram and Facebook. Where are the events taking place? Beacon Lighting at Foxley Fields (VE Day 80th Anniversary), Binfield. 8th May 2025, 9am flag raised, 6.30pm military parade, garden games, live music, food and drink. 9.30pm Beacon lit. Click here for details. VE Day 80th Anniversary Celebration, Crowthorne, 8th May 2025, events throughout the day. Click here for more details. 80 Years of VE Day, Danesfield House Hotel,…
There are lots of amazing events taking place in Berkshire throughout May. There are Bank Holidays at the start and end of the month as well as the Spring Half Term School Holidays. Read on for the May What’s On Guide in Berkshire. If you find this May What’s On Guide in Berkshire helpful make sure you sign up to the mailing list and follow Berkshire Mummies on Instagram and Facebook. Featured Advertisement Berkshire’s Newest Literary Festival Well Read (25th & 26th May) is a family-focused festival celebrating words, wisdom & wellness in nature. Headliners include Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall, Clare Balding & Melissa Hemsley alongside a…
If you are looking for low cost activity to do at The Look Out, Bracknell time and time again do read on to find out about Wild Rollers. If you find this blog useful and informative make sure you join the Berkshire Mummies Mailing List and follow on Instagram and Facebook. All about Wild Rollers During our visit to The Look Out we discovered Wild Rollers. There are 4 ball runs to have a go on, which are all outside near the play area. You can buy a Wild Roller Ball from the special ball vending machine, which is just…
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