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Apr

2025

Wild Rollers at The Look Out in Bracknell

Berkshire, Bracknell, Locations, Places To Play And Learn, UncategorizedBall Play, Bracknell, Outdoor Play, The Look Out, Wild Roller Ball Run, Wild Rollers

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…

Mar

2025

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Mill Park at Mill Pond in Bracknell

Parks, Places To Play And LearnBracknell, Bracknell Forest Park, Bracknell Park, Mill Park, Mill Pond, Park, Playarea, Playground

Mill Park at Mill Pond in Bracknell is a lovely place to visit, it’s located in the Wildridings part of the town. There is a circular walk (via a boardwalk and flat paths) around the pond (the historic Mill Pond was converted into a Balancing Pond) and when we went you could see cormorants, ducks, geese and swans on the pond. Alongside the pond you will find McDonalds, a cafe (see picture below) plus two play areas and a skate park. What’s at Mill Park The first play area is near to McDonalds and the Mill Pond / Mill Park…

Dec

2024

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Wassail at Lily Hill Park in Bracknell

Bracknell, Locations, SeasonalApple trees, Bracknell, Good Harvest, Lily Hill Park, Tradition, Wassail, Wassail Event

Have you ever been to a Wassail before? A Wassail event takes place annually at Lily Hill Park in Bracknell during January. During the winter month it’s something a little different to do with the children. The event takes place after dark, which adds to the uniqueness of the event. If you find this blog post useful, make sure you sign up for the Berkshire Mummies Mailing List, tell a friend and tag us in your adventures. Also do follow Berkshire Mummies on Instagram and Facebook. What is a Wassail? Wassailing is a historic tradition where the apple trees are blessed (normally on the 12th…

Sep

2023

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Autumn Walks in Berkshire

Berkshire, Free Things To Do, Places to WalkAutumn walks in Berkshire, Bracknell, Bracknell Walks, Buggy Friendly Walk, Dog Friendly Walk, Family Walk, Maidenhead Walks, Park, Play Area, Slough Walks, Where to Walk in Berkshire, Windsor Walks, Woodland Walks in Berkshire

Autumn is a lovely time of year to get out and about and stretch your legs. Wrap up warm and take in the beautiful Berkshire Autumnal colours, take a little bag and collect some conkers, acorns, sticks and leaves and enjoy the fresh air and picturesque surroundings. We have been of plenty of walks in the area - here are some of our favourites. If you found this blog post of interest make sure you sign up to the mailing list and follow Berkshire Mummies on Instagram and Facebook. Lily Hill Park in Bracknell is made up of 23 hectares of public open space with…

Aug

2023

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Lily Hill Parks Mystery Brass Rubbing Trail

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If you find this blog post helpful make sure you sign up to the mailing list and follow Berkshire Mummies on Instagram and Facebook. Don't forget to tag @berkshiremummies in you Lily Hill Park adventures on Facebook and Instagram. We had a go at Lily Hill Parks Mystery Brass Rubbing Trail. Lily Hill Park is based in Bracknell and is a fantastic family-friendly park to explore and enjoy a walk in the outdoors. There is plenty to explore at Lily Hill Park form the newt pond to the giant picnic bench, storytelling thrown and Father Oak. What is the Mystery Brass Rubbings Trail? The Mystery…

May

2022

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Places to go for a Family Bike Ride in Berkshire

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Bike rides are a lovely way to spend time together as a family; providing time away from screens and giving the opportunity to make some memories outside in the fresh air together. You can always combine the bike ride with a stop off at a park or café to break up the journey for little legs. We have put together some family friendly places to go for a family bike ride in Berkshire. Swinley Forest Swinley Forest in Bracknell has 24km of purpose built bike trails for all ages and abilities. There are 3 main routes, with the Green Trail…

Mar

2022

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Berkshire Mummies’ First Business Networking Event

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This March, on International Women's Day, Berkshire Mummies hosted its first ever Business Networking Event at The Village Hotel in Bracknell. It was an incredibly successful event, full off aspiring Berkshire small businesses, all connecting with one another under one roof. This is something we have been wanting to organise for a long time and we are so pleased it was beneficial and enjoyable for all who attended. There were many business connections made and our attendees said how lovely it was to be able to meet like-minded business owners in person and to hear about each other's journeys and…

Apr

2021

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The Look Out Play Area in Bracknell

Parks, Places To Play And LearnBracknell, Bracknell Forest, Inclusive Park, Park, Play Area, Swinley Forest, The Look Out, Toddler Friendly

The Look Out Play Area in Bracknell is one of our favourite parks to visit in Berkshire. The play area is set in a woodland in Swinley Forest, it has wonderful play equipment, which is predominantly wooden. The playground is large but divided into three adjoined areas; the first area nearest to the car park is an inclusive play area with lots of equipment suitable for children with additional needs. The middle play area is aimed at 3-6 year olds and the final play area is suitable for children aged 7-11 years. What play equipment is there? There is loads…

Apr

2021

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10 things to do at The Look Out in Bracknell

Attractions, Free Things To Do, Places To Play And Learn, Places to WalkBracknell, Bracknell Forest, Buggy Friendly Walk, Dog Friendly Walk, Family Friendly Activities, Free things to do, Park

We really enjoy visiting The Look Out and Swinley Forest in Bracknell. There is plenty on offer for the family and our family just adore being in the woodland setting. Here are 10 things to do at The Look Out in Bracknell. Please read the Look Out's Covid update before travelling. 1) Go for a Segway Ride 2) Complete a Go Ape course 3) Build a Den (there is a den building area next to the play area) 4) Discover the woodland play area. You must pre-book the park. 5) Go to The Look Out Discovery Centre. 6) Have a…

Mar

2021

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Savernake Park in Bracknell Forest

Free Things To Do, Parks, Places To Play And Learn, Places to WalkBerkshire Play Areas, Berkshire Playgrounds, Berkshire Walks, Bracknell, Bracknell Forest, Parks, Places to Play, Walks, Winkfield

Savernake Park in Bracknell Forest (Winkfield) is a brilliant location to explore with the kids. The walk isn't very long and mainly around the balancing pond and open green space next to the park, but it's flat and the paths are surfaced so good for buggies and wheelchair access. It's a lovely place for a stroll and dogs are also welcome on the site too. What is at the park? There are two play areas, side by side both with wooden play equipment. One for older children and the other for younger children. Both playgrounds are fenced. In the play…