Things to do in Berkshire

D Day 80th Anniversary What’s On Guide in Berkshire

D Day 80th Anniversary What’s On Guide in Berkshire

Thursday 6th June 2024 marks the 80th anniversary of D Day - the largest amphibious invasion in history. There will be many commemorative events taking place across the country - read on to find the D Day 80th Anniversary What's On Guide in Berkshire. If you find this What’s On Guide in Berkshire helpful make sure you sign up to the mailing list and follow Berkshire Mummies on Instagram and Facebook. You may also be interested in the June What's On Guide in Berkshire. D Day 80th Anniversary Events in Berkshire 80th Anniversary of D Day, West Berkshire Museum, Newbury, 22nd May - 2nd June…
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Date Day Ideas in Berkshire

Date Day Ideas in Berkshire

Here are some date day ideas for Berkshire - places where you can spend a few hours with your partner whilst the children are at school. 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. Date Day Ideas in Berkshire Head to a Spa - many local spas offer short stay packages (3hrs, which sometimes includes a meal) so you can take some time to relax and still be home in time for school pick up! You can read…
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Weekend Activities and Clubs in Berkshire

Weekend Activities and Clubs in Berkshire

Businesses marked with a * are businesses I have previously worked in paid or gifted partnership with. Here are some of the weekend activities and clubs taking place in Berkshire. There's a lot here so there should be something to suit every interest! If you find this blog post useful and informative make sure you sign up for the Berkshire Mummies Mailing List. Also, follow Berkshire Mummies on Instagram and Facebook. Featured Advertisement Steppin Out is a multi award winning theatre school for children of ages 3.5-17yrs. We offer classes in all areas of performing arts in Woodley and Wokingham. The benefits of coming…
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Bucklebury Farm Deer & Safari Park

Bucklebury Farm Deer & Safari Park

(AD Disclaimer: Berkshire Mummies has worked in paid partnership with this business in the past) We always enjoy visiting Bucklebury Farm Deer & Safari Park. It's a lovely place for children to play and see the farm animals. If you find this blog useful and informative make sure you join the Berkshire Mummies Mailing List and follow on Instagram and Facebook. What is there to do at Bucklebury Farm? We always love visiting Bucklebury Farm no matter what the weather is doing. We have so much fun exploring the farm and getting up close to the animals and the children love the play areas. In terms of…
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Climbing Walls in Berkshire

Climbing Walls in Berkshire

Businesses marked with a * have perviously gifted Berkshire Mummies tickets. Here are some climbing walls that can be found in Berkshire - many of them also offer children's parties as well. If you find this blog post useful and informative make sure you sign up for the Berkshire Mummies Mailing List. Also, follow Berkshire Mummies on Instagram and Facebook. Climbing Walls in Berkshire *Reading Clip n Climb - Perfect for children of all ages (they do select sessions for Mini Mountaineers who are aged between 2-5 years old so younger ones can have a go too) and they hold parties too. There is…
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A Visit to Basildon Park

A Visit to Basildon Park

There are several great National Trust sites in and around Berkshire. Basildon Park is in Reading and is a lovely place to visit. If you find this blog useful and informative make sure you join the Berkshire Mummies Mailing List and follow on Instagram and Facebook. What is there to do at Basildon Park? As well as the main house, there is the parkland, formal garden, and children's wild play trail. The ball runs are always very popular. Just remember to take your own tennis ball and put your name or a mark on it so it’s easy to identify! There's lots of space for den…
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Activity Ideas for Teenagers in Berkshire

Activity Ideas for Teenagers in Berkshire

Trying to entertain a teenager can sometimes be more challenging than entertaining a toddler! There is lots they can do in Berkshire though. Here are some activity ideas for teenagers in Berkshire. If you find this blog useful and informative make sure you join the Berkshire Mummies Mailing List and follow on Instagram and Facebook. Free Activities for Teenagers in Berkshire BMX Tracks and Skateparks - Great places to socialise with friends whilst remaining active. Click here for Berkshire Mummies' comprehensive list of skateparks and BMX tracks in Berkshire. Victoria Park, Newbury Walking Trails  - There are a number of walking trails in Berkshire - and they're…
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The Berkshire Staycation – 25 places you should visit

The Berkshire Staycation – 25 places you should visit

There are many wonderful places to visit in Berkshire, many of which you can find on this blog, so make sure you have a good look through the blog posts and see what you can discover. Also, follow on Berkshire Mummies on Instagram and Facebook to see our adventures, which are regularly shared. Below you find some places we recommend for a summer holiday in the Royal Borough - The Berkshire Staycation - 25 places you should visit. You can also join the Berkshire Mummies mailing list. The Berkshire Staycation - 25 places you should visit Windsor Castle, Windsor Windsor…
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The Diamond Jubilee Fountain in Windsor

The Diamond Jubilee Fountain in Windsor

If you find this blog post useful make sure you join the Berkshire Mummies mailing list, follow Berkshire Mummies on Facebook and Instagram and share with friends and family who might also find it useful. Installed in 2012 for the Diamond Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II, the impressive Diamond Jubilee Fountain can be found in Goswells Park in Windsor. The Fountain was inspired by the crown jewels and features 60 different water jets. There are also lights which make it a magical site at night. There is a garden area around the fountain where you can sit and admire the fountain. What Else is There…
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The Brick Maze at Goswells Park in Windsor

The Brick Maze at Goswells Park in Windsor

There are so many lovely things to do and see in Windsor and one of them is the Brick Maze in Goswells Park. What is the Brick Maze? The maze is made up of a three brick wide path. The centre of the maze is a mosaic representing the Round Tower of Windsor Castle. Chess pieces are also represented around the maze. You need to start at the Pawn and travel forwards to reach the castle in the centre. For an added challenge you could see if you can go through each chess piece on the way to the centre.…
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