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Join our bumblebee initiative! Celebrate Spring with all the family and get involved in our bumblebee initiative. We are sending out free packets of wildflower seeds to any families getting involved in our drawing competition. Get those pencils at the ready and get your children drawing a picture of a bumblebee. Simply take a photo of the drawing, post it and tag us on Instagram and Facebook to receive your free wildflower seeds! Post it and tag us on Instagram and Facebook:

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Dear Readers! Welcome to our May half term edition. As we welcome the return of light and warmth from the sun, make the most of our freedom to get out and about with loved ones – our pages are filled with family-orientated events and activities to help inspire your planning! Mindful of families with differing ages, budgets, and energy levels, we’ve tried to include a variety of ideas that will work for all, including the ever-varying weather conditions too! As well as local news and school updates, in our pages you’ll find information about great days out, Jubilee celebrations, and holiday clubs and camps that provide a whole heap of fun and new experiences for children, to keep them happy and entertained without you! And, if you are feeling lucky, don’t forget to turn to our competition pages towards the back of the magazine (or go online) where we have some fantastic prizes up for grabs – you have to be in it to win it!

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14 Holiday Activities 18 Holiday Camps 20 What’s on When 28 Kids Activity Corner 30 Box Office 31 Competitions

We’ll be back again in July with a summer issue filled with tons of ideas for fun in the sun. Until then, we hope you have a relaxing half term, with a good smattering of happy, fair-weather adventures with your family!

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Together with glimmers of sun, the May

half term is nearly here! Longer, brighter

Saturday 14th May – Sunday 5th June

some great days out and make up for any

READING CHILDREN’S FESTIVAL – CELEBRATING 33 YEARS OF FUN!

days have arrived, so time to get planning lost time! There are lots

of family-friendly events going on, so read on for some of the best in our

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This year’s festival celebrates its 33rd anniversary with three fun packed weeks of events and activities for children all over the borough. The festival gets off to an action-packed start with Forbury Fiesta on Saturday 14 May, where there will be something for everyone to get involved with on the day. Reading’s Children’s Festival promises to bring plenty of fun, mayhem and madness. From sport and music workshops to fun days with art and craft sessions, take your pick from the many exciting events taking place at venues across Reading. This year’s festival is celebrating everything biscuit related as they celebrate 200 years of Huntley and Palmers. So, expect a biscuity themed event! Check out the website for details and dates. W: www.reading.gov.uk/childrensfest

Sunday 22nd May

FAMILY FUN AT THE BERKSHIRE COUNTRY FAYRE AT NEWBURY SHOWGROUND For more than 70 years, Berkshire Young Farmers have opened the doors to young people aged between 10 and 27 years for activities, fun, friendship and to exchange ideas! Once a year, the Berkshire clubs all come together to organise and host the Berkshire Country Fayre. It promises to be a great day out for all the family where you can see an array of skills from cooking to flower arranging, together with art and woodwork and much more. To add to the fun there will be local foods and crafts, a hot air balloon to explore, petting zoo, a ‘Sheep Grand National’, tug of war, obstacle races, a tractor driving competition and you can even take your four-legged friend along to take part in the dedicated dog activities! W: www.berksyfc.org.uk

Saturday 28th & Sunday 29th May

RURAL PURSUITS AND EXCITING ENTERTAINMENT AT HIGHCLERE COUNTRY SHOW

Thursday 2nd June – Sunday 5th June

CELEBRATE WITH ALL THE FAMILY AT THE JUBILEE FARM FESTIVAL Head off with your family and friends (the more the merrier!) at Bucklebury Farm to celebrate the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee. What better way to celebrate 70 years of service than 4 days of fun and entertainment at the farm with circus performers, musicians, arts and crafts, lots of delicious food and drinks. Not forgetting all the farm activities including tractor rides to feed the deer up close, play areas and more! Pre-Booking online is essential as spaces are limited for each day. Tickets are purchased on the day of entry, Children £13.95 – Adults £15.45. W: www.buckleburyfarm.co.uk

The Highclere Show brings first-class performances and country-inspired activities for everyone. Set within the glorious grounds of Highclere Castle, which many visitors will recognise from ITV’s Downton Abbey, you can enjoy the Knights of Middle England performing inside the Main Arena, the stunning birds of prey over at the British Falconry and Raptor Fair, watch demonstrations and get involved in many interactive displays too. For smaller visitors, there’s a dedicated Kids Zone where youngsters can get their face painted, model balloons and even hunt for treasure at the gold panning station, all of which are free! Sample amazing local food produce and drinks at the Food Festival, gorgeous hand-made items at the Traditional Rural Crafts section, as well as lots of competitions and have-a-go features for every age and interest. W: www.highclereshow.co.uk

Thursday 2nd June

QUEEN’S PLATINUM JUBILEE – CROCUS AT DORNEY COURT Come and join the Crocus at Dorney Court team to celebrate the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee from 11am to 4pm! Enjoy performances by Borderline Morris Dancers at 1pm & 2pm and Maidenhead Concert Band at 1pm & 2.45pm, in the Walled Garden. Fabulous children’s activities running throughout the day with a special jubilee menu on offer too. Call 01628 669999.

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Reading 14 May – 5 June Children’s Festival

Venues across Reading

celebrating 200 years of biscuit making at Huntley & Palmers

This year’s festival celebrates its 33rd anniversary with three fun packed weeks of events and activities for children all over the borough. There will be something for everyone to get involved in, from sport and music workshops to fun days with art and craft sessions, take your pick from the many exciting events taking place at venues across Reading This year’s festival is celebrating everything biscuit related as we celebrate 200 years of Huntley and Palmers. So expect a biscuity programme of events and activities!

For more information visit www.reading.gov.uk/childrensfest facebook.com/ReadingCFest

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Friday 3rd June – Sunday 5th June

THE FESTIVAL OF FOOD AND MUSIC

Saturday 25th & Sunday 26th June

TAKE PART IN A RECORD-BREAKING ATTEMPT AT HURST SHOW! Always a fun family day out, Hurst Show and Country Fayre returns with attractions including hobbyhorse jumping, fun dog show, animal petting, bouncy castle, craft stalls, classic vehicle show, live music and arena events including birds of prey and search and rescue dogs, plus bar and BBQ. On Sunday, they continue their hobby horse tradition by attempting to break the Guinness World Record for “Largest Stick Horse Parade”! The current record stands at 250 participants, so please take along a hobby horse and join in! Tickets available online – adults £5 for one day/£7.50 for weekend entry. Under 16s and carers accompanying the person they care for are free. Free parking included. W: www.hurstshow.uk

The Festival of Food and Music returns this summer at South Hill Park – and this year it will also be a celebration of the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee and the Commonwealth. They mark this historic occasion with a fantastic line-up of tribute acts, as well as a range of creative arts activities for families in the Italian Garden, and a chance to explore behind the scenes in one of their free tours of the mansion and theatre. It’s free entry to this unmissable event for all ages – no need to book tickets in advance; just turn up on the day and bring the sunshine. W: www.southhillpark.org.uk

Saturday 9th July

FI.FEST MUSIC FESTIVAL RETURNS TO ENTERTAIN FAMILIES FOR 2022 Fi.Fest will return to Stroud Farm this summer and headlining the main stage of the Berkshire festival will be famed English rock band Reef, along with pop rock superstars, Dodgy and the Hoosiers. There will be bands and acts playing all day to guarantee hours of entertainment for local festival-goers! Running alongside the music stage is Fi.Fest’s Kidzone which will include rides, free shows, a sand play park, circus skills, inflatable assault course, Baxter the T-Rex appearances and much more to entertain your little ones! To help keep family energy levels high, Fi.Fest also has a food village with stall holders, both local and national, serving drinks, ice creams and treats. W: www.fifest.co.uk

Saturday 19th July

SUMMER MILE FAMILY RACEDAY AT ASCOT RACECOURSE Soak up every last drop of sunshine as racegoers of all ages are entertained with festival-themed activities. The racecourse grounds are a picture and the pace is relaxed; a perfect excuse for treating family and friends alike to an enjoyable summer’s day out at Ascot. The highlight of this competitive card is the Group 2 Summer Mile Stakes, an important mid-season contest. The race has produced some impressive winners in recent years including Mutakayyef and Beat The Bank who were each successful twice and the outstanding Mohaather in 2020. Young racegoers can expect entertainment from pony rides, fairground rides, and mini golf, to arts and crafts, face painting, and more. W: www.ascot.com

Saturday 23rd & Sunday 24th July

MAIDENHEAD FESTIVAL 2022 After two years of online Festivals, Maidenhead Festival are excited to be returning to Kidwells Park this July! When, you say? Well pencil the dates in your diary of Saturday 23rd July and Sunday 24th July. An opportunity to rock your socks off with all your favourite local bands, support local stall holders and have a great time out with family and friends. Their headliners this year are on Saturday night are Tina Turner and Little Mix tribute bands, while on Sunday you can rock along to all your favourite Elton John songs, sing your heart out to Ed Sheeran classics and croon along to the Michael Buble tribute band. What a line-up! So what are you waiting for, get those hips moving ready to be entertained! And don’t forget it’s all FREE! For more info go to www.maidenheadfestival.org.uk

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Sunflower Walk 18 June 2022

Walk to remember Walk in memory of your loved ones on local routes around the Hospice or at a place near you. Join us afterwards for Jubilee celebrations in our Hospice gardens.

Come and join us at Crocus to celebrate the

Queens Platinum Jubilee Thursday 2nd June 11am to 4pm

In the Walled Garden we have performances by: Borderline Morris Dancers at 12pm and 2pm Maidenhead Concert Band at 1pm and 2.45pm Children’s Activities throughout the day Special Jubilee Menu

Charity No 1108298

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G E T YO U R SUMMER O N T R AC K S U M M E R M I L E FA M I LY R AC E DAY S AT U R DAY 9 T H J U LY Tickets from £27 | Under 18s Go Free Book now at ascot.com

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Notices and News updates for parents and teachers

Maiden Erlegh School – a school of opportunity, diversity and success for all Maiden Erlegh School is highly regarded in the community and parents who choose the school are confident that their children will be joining a safe, happy and caring community where, despite the size, the school gets to know each student as an individual and where achievement is consistently well above national averages.

Win wildflower seeds to create a home for bees in your garden If your children love bees, then here’s a challenge to give them a buzz! Linden Homes is inviting youngsters to enter its bumblebee drawing competition for a chance to win wildflower seeds for their garden. The housebuilding brand, which is part of Vistry Group, is asking children to send in their drawings of the cute insects via social media. Entrants who submit their drawings before Thursday 16th June will receive a packet of seeds to help them attract bees to their garden and allow them to pollinate, moving pollen from one plant to another, fertilising the plants so they can produce fruit, vegetables, and seeds. The competition follows the launch of Linden Homes’ Building for Bees initiative, which has seen the brand team up with the Bumblebee Conservation Trust to help build homes for bees as well as people. They are giving away packets of wildflower seeds to everyone who buys a new home with them in the Vistry Thames Valley region.

As well as offering students a broad and balanced curriculum, the school also offers a wide range of extracurricular activities. These activities give students the opportunity to develop new interests, skills, and responsibilities; visit new places and participate in a range of cultural and sporting experiences. All members of the school community are challenged and supported to make continuous improvement. Alongside this, success and achievement are celebrated for individual and collective accomplishments. There is an opportunity to visit the school at their Open Event on 29 June 2022, details can be found on their website. W: www.maidenerleghschool.co.uk

Buzzing artists should send their drawings to @lindenhomesuk on Instagram and @Lindenhomes on Facebook and use the hashtag #LoveBeesGrowSeeds

Caroline Townshend joins Crosfields School as new Head From April 2023, Caroline Townshend will be joining Crosfields School as the new Head. Caroline is currently the Head of Eaton Square Senior School in Central London. She was brought up in California before moving to England to study GCSEs and A-Levels. Caroline read Psychology at the University of Southampton and completed her PGCE at Goldsmiths College, University of London. Commenting on her new role, Caroline said “I am thrilled to have been appointed as the next Head of Crosfields School at a pivotal time in its development. During my school visits, I was highly impressed by everyone I interacted with. It is clear Crosfields has a welcoming and friendly community and my family, and I look forward to joining next year.” As a leading co-educational school in Berkshire, Caroline’s appointment highlights our commitment to providing an exceptional education that is broad, thorough, and enjoyable, enabling children to make the most of themselves and to be considerate of others. For more information see W: www.crosfields.com

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Ocean Youth develops confident, collaborative and creative young people Ocean Youth creative drama sessions in Ascot explore the magic and excitement of theatre with acting, drama, games and fun. Perfect for 9–13-year-olds, their sessions are run by an experienced stage and TV actress and assisted by two members from the Main Company who support and mentor the students. Ocean Youth doesn’t just offer performing skills, but encourages development of public speaking, communication and building confidence in a relaxed setting allowing children to enjoy the process and the journey with no pressure of performance. Ocean Theatre Company has been working with local youth for 14 years. Regardless of skills and abilities, they welcome any student into their inclusive and supportive environment. Book your free taster session via email. E: youth@oceantheatre.com W: www.oceantheatre.com/ocean-youth

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An education that makes you smile Whole School Open Day Saturday 25 June 2022 Register at: www.lvs.ascot.sch.uk/admissions/open-days

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EXPLORE CHEAM

OPEN MORNING Friday 20 May | 10.00am to 12.30pm

Foster Care Fortnight 2022

Foster Care Fortnight

Cheam is a leading independent, day and boarding prep school, nestled in

Fostering a child for West Berkshire means you are part of a respected and supported community of like-minded people.

100 acres of Berkshire countryside, for pupils aged 3 to 13 years. Please join us for Open Morning and see first-hand why Cheam is such a special and inspiring place for children to spend their formative years. Please register online. We look forward to welcoming you.

202 2 If you think you could foster a child or young person, get in touch today. Tel: 01635 503429 Email: fostering@westberks.gov.uk or visit westberks.gov.uk/fosternow

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Restore your child’s self-confidence with Bedwetting Solutions The team at Bedwetting Solutions never underestimate the impact bedwetting has on the whole family. Children/teenagers feel ashamed, parents feel they are doing something wrong. The majority of bedwetting is hereditary and can be sorted with the right help and support. They hire out medical grade enuresis alarms for children aged 6+ , along with a full support package for parents to guide them through the training. We have an NHS enuresis nurse on our team in an advisory capacity answering questions that may arise. This month’s high five goes to Joshua (name changed) aged 9, who has a diagnosed overactive bladder and takes medication for this. Even with this condition, he has successfully completed the programme in little over 6 weeks. They class 21 consecutive dry nights as a success, so the alarm was only sounding intermittently for the first 3 weeks. He is looking forward to not taking plastic protective sheets on holiday! To celebrate the start of spring they are offering Primary Times readers a 15% discount, please call them for confidential no obligation advice. T: 0118 981 3521 M: 07540 258583 E: support@bedwet.co.uk W: www.bedwet.co.uk

lf you are feeling anxious you are not alone!

Cedars Day Nursery & Pre-School opens in Aldermaston! The Complete Childcare group of nurseries and pre-schools has opened its latest setting – Cedars Day Nursery – in the picturesque village of Aldermaston. The nursery was previously known as ‘The Cedars School’ and has been a focal point of the community for hundreds of years. The new owners are determined to give the nursery an authentic, traditional feel and renovation plans are well under way. The setting will have a true village school ethos, with a homely environment. The nursery cares for children aged from 3 months to 5 years and accepts childcare vouchers and payments from the tax-free childcare scheme. Jacqui Szrejder, Head of Nursery Operations at Complete Childcare says, “we have received a warm welcome into the community and are very excited to become part of village life and provide education and care for the next generation of students.” T: 0118 9714251 E: cedars@completechildcare.co.uk

At the Parenting with Anxiety Project at the University of Sussex, we want to help parents and children navigate the world with confidence. It is not always easy, but we believe it is possible! We now want to find out if families will benefit from an 8-module online course. If you would describe yourself as high in anxiety and with a child aged 2–11 we would love you to join us. Half of the parents will do the course and the others will just answer questions. Everyone who takes part is playing an important role in helping children with anxiety. W: www.parentingwithanxiety.org.uk

West Berkshire Family Placement Team continue to seek out new foster carers in our area – are you ready for the challenge? Foster Care Fortnight is a national initiative to highlight the need for foster carers across the country. This year between 9th and 22nd May, West Berkshire Council will be running various recruitment activities to seek out new local foster carers. This year the focus is “fostering communities”. Julie and Andy are local carers: “We have great support from our fostering network. We have made some lovely friends all passionate about helping children and making them feel safe, loved and valued.” If you feel you could take on a new challenge like fostering, please get in touch with the Family Placement Team on 01635 503429 or fostering@westberks.gov.uk to speak to their dedicated recruitment social worker. Your call may #WriteTheNextChapter for children in care in West Berkshire.

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The Cheam Year 8 Cast of Grease, March 2022

Improve fitness and spend time with the family – at TISKA Karate! At TISKA Karate, children and adults alike learn the essentials of etiquette, respect, self-discipline, selfawareness, confidence, fitness, and self-defence. Classes are taught by TISKA’s Chief Instructor, 8th Dan Black Belt, Shihan Sahota. Students at TISKA start from the age of 4 years old and up. It is a very family-based club, and many families train together. Karate for children can help with bullying issues, exam stress and the building of self-esteem. It teaches children etiquette, respect and politeness to fellow students and their instructor. It can also help develop their concentration and focus. Karate for adults can help with general fitness and wellbeing and, with regular training, strength and flexibility will improve. Contact them directly for further details about their 4-week free trial. E: office@tiska.com W: www.tiska.com Photograph of Tiska’s youngest Black belt, 8-year-old Tyler Yamamoto.

Cheam delivers an outstanding education where pupils are included, supported and nurtured Cheam is a leading day and boarding school for children aged 3 to 13 years, set in 100 acres of beautiful Berkshire countryside. They provide broad and extensive opportunities across academics, sport, drama, art, DT, music and outdoor learning. Their vibrant boarding provision is increasingly popular and provides families with flexible and weekly boarding, in a homely and caring environment. Their committed and passionate team of professionals deliver their subjects with energy, wisdom and creativity. Learning at Cheam is engaging, collaborative, child-focused and inspired, using the best technology, resources and experiences available. They nurture every child in their care, with a focus on individual happiness, development, and confidence. Cheam Pre-Prep Department offers a supportive and caring environment for their youngest pupils. They develop children socially and emotionally and instil a love of learning through a wide range of topics and a vibrant, hands-on and child-centred curriculum. They warmly invite families to join them for an Open Morning on Friday 20th May from 10am to 12.30pm. Places are limited, please contact Juliette Moore to register. E: registrar@cheamschool.co.uk W: www.cheamschool.com

Museums, My Way at MERL As part of The MERL and Reading Museum’s Arts Council funded programme, Museums Partnership Reading, the museums are thrilled to have recently launched ‘Museums, My Way’, a series of sessions for neurodiverse visitors of all ages. These sessions, developed with Autism Berkshire, provide a safe environment to explore the museums at times when they are usually closed to the public or are less busy. There are facilitated activities on themes inspired by the museums’ collections

Enjoy the Journey at Upton House Based in the heart of Windsor, Upton House is a thriving Nursery, Pre-Prep and Prep School for boys and girls aged 2-11 years. With high academic standards, high calibre staff and excellent pastoral care, Upton House children blossom and have a zest for life, continually learning and developing their abilities, interests, and talents within a caring and supportive environment. Upton teaches children to thrive in the modern world and they invite their students to think outside the box. Upton offers a personalised education, and their children are capable, confident, and kind individuals when they leave the school. From as early as nursery, Upton engages children in new languages starting with Mandarin and French. Upton also offers a wide range of extracurricular activities including art, chess, coding, STEM, broadcasting, and many sports such as rugby, rowing, fencing, cricket, ballet, netball and judo. Life skills, creativity and critical thinking are a priority. W: www.uptonhouse.org.uk

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The sessions include reduced volume of gallery interactive sounds, sensory backpacks and ear defenders, quiet break out spaces, themed facilitated hands-on activities and gallery trail. All activities are optional and you can visit at any point within the event times. Siblings, families, carers and friends are all welcome. For details of the next session at The MERL, see page 29 or W: https://merl.reading.ac.uk

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If you’ve got restless young ones or just want to give them a fun alternative to screen time, here’s our guide on how to fill the half term days! With indoor and outdoor activities to choose from, get the whole family involved with immersive science and museum outings to a whole heap of adventures in the treetops or water parks!

Celebrate 200 years of Reading’s biscuit heritage with Museums Partnership Reading this half term!

Learn how to become a comic book creator of the future! The Story Museum in Oxford is hoping to inspire the comic book creators of the future with their new exhibition ‘KA-BOOM! The Art of Creating Comics’. Experience an interactive journey with a giant pop-up comic strip to reveal what makes a great comic. Visitors will be guided through the process - from developing characters and plotting, to drawing and colouring - with the help of some familiar faces including Dennis the Menace and Minnie the Minx! You can also explore 3 floors of immersive galleries including The Whispering Wood, featuring live storytelling, and The Enchanted Library, where families can visit fictional worlds including the Hundred Acre Wood, Narnia and Wonderland. Finally, if you’re coming with very small people, book a ticket for the museum’s Small Worlds session, where little ones are transported off to a land of picture books, nursery rhymes and traditional tales for the very young. W: www.storymuseum.org.uk

This half term Reading Museum and The Museum of English Rural Life are celebrating 200 years of Reading Biscuit Town with a range of hands-on activities for all the family, inspired by the amazing Huntley & Palmers collections at Reading Museum and The MERL. The programme includes a hands-on introduction to biscuit art with design historian and artist Dr Ella Hawkins and they’ll also be launching their new Biscuit Town Family Activity Pack at both museums. These events are part of The MERL and Reading Museum’s Arts Council funded programme, Museums Partnership Reading and are part of a town-wide celebration of Reading’s biscuit heritage, For more information visit W: https://merl.reading.ac.uk/biscuit-town W: www.readingmuseum.org.uk/biscuit-town

Take a leap of faith and see life from the treetops with Go Ape Located between Farnborough and Reading, Go Ape Bracknell is an ideal family or school trip. Younger explorers over 1m tall can gain their ‘tree feet’ on Treetop Adventure as they take on winding, wobbly crossings and 80m zips! Treetop Adventure Plus promises to take it to the next level (min 6 years and 1.2m tall) – an additional, even more challenging, loop which soars higher and includes a climbing wall and a thrilling 100m zip finale. The adventure doesn’t have to end at the ground! Make a day of it and explore the bike and walking trails of the 2,600-acre Swinley Forest. W: www.goape.co.uk

Fuel their imagination with interactive fun at The Look Out Want to celebrate the Platinum Jubilee weekend by meeting with friends and family? Fancy challenging your grandparents to make a ball float in mid-air, meeting our resident stick-insects with your parents, or discovering how to build a flying machine with your siblings? Join the team this May half term at The Look Out Discovery Centre, located in the heart of Swinley Forest, for some action-packed, family-friendly fun, including interactive science attractions, seasonal activities, and plenty of jubilee themed specials from their takeaway café! Tickets available online only, visit the website to book. W: www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk

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CELEBRATE READING BISCUIT TOWN AT THE MERL THIS HALF TERM

NEW THEMED FAMILY ACTIVITY PACK & BISCUIT PAINTING EVENT

Find out more at merl.reading.ac.uk/whats-on Official Travel Partner

Free entry, Free parking, Free Beach, Bar & Grill, large Tiki style outdoor bar, changing rooms, hot showers, lockers, seating areas – also available paddle boards, kids paddle boats…and more!

@LagoonaParkAC 0118 988 5959 www.lagoonapark.com info@lagoonapark.com Lagoona Park, Pingewood Road South, Pingewood, Reading RG30 3UH

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The Look Out Discovery Centre

At Reading Museum Saturday 28th May – Saturday 4th June Don't miss our special Monday opening on the 30th May!

Over 90 activities of hands-on science and discovery fun for children of all ages! BOOK ONLINE and enter PRIMARY2022 at the checkout for 10% off your admission price

A great family day out whatever the weather!

Saturday 28th May

Tuesday 31st May

Bertie’s Brilliant Biscuit Design £1, suitable for all ages Booking not required

Jubilee Party Hats Families, £1 (drop in, book on the day)

Wednesday 1st June

Monday 30th May By Royal Appointment Design a biscuit tin fit for royalty! Families, £3 (book in advance on our website)

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Victorian Schoolroom Experience in the Gateway Ages 5+, £1 per person, see our website to book in advance or pay on the day (35 places max per session)

To book, and to find more events and activities, visit our website

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Offering a selection of freshly prepared sandwiches, food boxes and freshly baked cakes, plus a wide variety of hot and cold drinks and ice creams.

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Liquid Leisure has two world leading water activity parks in the South East for you visit. Both the Windsor and Shepperton sites have the very popular Aqua Parks, which are a great way to get the kids out and enjoying exercising in the outdoors. Windsor has other water sports to try, such as water skiing and wakeboarding (like snowboarding on water). Shepperton has some paddle sports to get involved with, such as kayaking and stand up paddleboarding. Both sites have open water swimming, for those who are training to become the next triathlon stars or for those that are looking for a new way to get fit. So, get outdoors and have fun getting fit at a Liquid Leisure near you! W: www.welcome.liquidleisure.com

Don’t miss an exciting Biscuit Weekend at Reading Museum on the 28th & 29th of May, as they team up with the MERL (Museum of English Rural Life), featuring trails and activities at both museums. During the half term week, they are bringing back the popular Victorian Schoolroom Experience, making Biscuit Tins and Jubilee Party Hats, and more! They will have a free activity cart available all week. Don’t miss their special Monday opening on the 30th May (closed for bank holidays on Thursday 2nd and Friday 3rd of June.) You can check the dates and book your activities in advance via the website. W: www.readingmuseum.org.uk

A fantastic space for all ages at the Play Barn at Cobbs Doors are officially reopened to the bespoke wooden Play Barn at Cobbs. Their space is a fun, engaging and educational environment for children and their adults alike! With two levels to discover and explore children can really let their imagination run wild. Join them this summer for lots of fun activities, including a farm trail. For peace of mind during their busy times, you will be able to book a table in the Play Barn online! E: play@cobbsplaybarn.co.uk W: cobbsplaybarn.co.uk

Picnic in the Park: Rock the Rec! Extend the Jubilee celebrations with the first ever ‘Picnic in the Park: Rock the Rec!’ in Dedworth, Windsor. Organised by a team of local fundraisers, this 2-day live music event will be held at Clewer Memorial Recreation Ground over the weekend of 2nd/3rd July. Expect live music from local bands from 12-7pm both days plus artisan market stalls, food trucks including vegan treats, bouncy castles and a beer tent. Tickets are £5 per adult, per day (U12s go free) and are on sale now from Woody’s Café at the park. Monies raised will go back into the community for future events and Dedworth Christmas lights!

Refuel in the newly refurbished cafés when you visit Dinton Activity Centre Dinton Activity Centre offers a range of canoes, kayaks and pedaloes to hire every weekend and daily during the school holidays. Dinton Activity Centre is a hive of activity with its new cafés and popular boat hire. Newly refurbished, The Coffee Pod is nestled in the park itself and offers an express food & drink service, conveniently located near the children’s play area. The Coffee House is where you can go to enjoy that full foodie experience at Dinton Pastures country park, relax in the glass room or on the patio. And finally, The Coffee Deck is the perfect place to grab a coffee, cake or panini & gaze out over the beautiful lake from the coffee deck viewing platform, a perfect food destination or rest spot for walkers. For menus and further information visit the new www.dintoncafes.com website. T: 0118 934 4424 E: dintonactivitycentre@wokingham.gov.uk W: www.dinton-pastures.co.uk

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If you need to work during the school breaks or simply want to give your child a new experience, skill or make new friends, then holiday clubs could be the answer! Fun away from home has so much going for it – take a look at what’s on offer.

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Pinewood Gymnastics Club has something for everyone during the summer holidays. Half and full day camps are available for children to participate in gymnastics in their fully equipped gym as well as taking part in outdoor activities and arts and crafts. Two-hour workshops are also available for those gymnasts keen to learn a more specific skill. You can pay-as-you-go for under-3 sessions and, new for this summer, they are offering pay-as-you-go drop-in sessions available for any children under 10. Non-members are welcome and bookings are being taken from 10th June. T: 01344 773237 W: www.pinewoodgymnastics.co.uk

Athletics this summer

If you’ve got children aged 5-13 who love being active and running around, then Startrack Athletics camp is perfect for you! Running from the 30th May – 1st June and from the 25th July – 19th August at Thames Valley Athletics Centre in Eton, Startrack Athletics will coach your children in the different and exciting events in Athletics from sprints, high-jump, shotput, javelin and more! Many of the coaches have performed at high levels in their chosen event, some even representing GB! Every day starts at 9am and finishes at 3pm (and extended hours are available if needed). T: 01753 770037 E: kidsactivities@deleisure.com W: www.deleisure.com

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There’s something for every 3–11-year-old at the Beehive Holiday Clubs! With themed weeks, their holiday programme is a mix of high energy and calm activities which includes sports, arts and crafts, cooking, traditional games and toys, gaming consoles, outdoor adventures, treasure hunts, den building, bouncy castles and so much more! They also offer exciting experience sessions where children get up close with birds of prey, handle reptiles, learn street dance, performing and acting techniques, perfect football skills and even meet real life Disney princesses! Days are 8am-6pm with morning (£20), afternoon (£20) and all-day sessions (£36) available. All activities & snacks are included. Block book the whole week or pick and choose the days, the choice is yours. Book their May Half Term club at either Crown Wood Primary School or Nine Mile Ride Primary School 30th May – 1st June. W: www.beehiveclub.co.uk

Summer Holiday Camps at Kidz Enterprise Kidz Enterprise will be offering a fun filled Summer Holiday Club for 4-12 year olds at Cippenham School from Thursday 21st July to Friday 2nd September. The Holiday Club will be offering loads of stimulating activities, themed days and trips to keep your children happily entertained. For information and early booking discounts, please book directly at W: www.kidzenterprise.co.uk/holiday-club.html or contact directly for more information. T: 07973 791419 or 01628 665981

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Primary Times chats with Cressida Cowell, best selling author of How To Train Your Dragon, about her Life-changing Libraries campaign and the effect it has had on children so far. vote – all irrespective of background. The more a child reads, the greater the benefits. And that is where libraries come in. Libraries are where the magic happens. They are like sweetshops where all the sweets are FREE. When I was a child in the 1970’s, we went to the public library once a week, that was the norm back then, and I must have read practically every single book in that entire library. It allows a child to experiment, find out what they like. I was convinced then about the importance of libraries – both local and school libraries – and I’m more convinced than ever of their magical power to create life-long readers.

Cressida Cowell, the Waterstones Children’s Laureate 2019-2022 and best selling author, launched the Life-changing Libraries campaign last year. The campaign aims to place primary school libraries at the heart of the governements yearly investments aﬞer it highlighted a severe long-term underfunding. Primary Times caught up with Cressida to understand the importance of libraries, and to see the impact that the campaign has made so far. “The beneﬁts of engaging with books and becoming a reader for pleasure are life-changing,” Cressida explains. “Decades of research show a reader for pleasure is more likely to be happier, healthier, to do be‫מּ‬er at school, and to

“The project spotlights the four pillars of a successful school library – space, book provision, expertise, and wholeschool and parent involvement – through the creation of ‘pilot’ libraries in six very diﬀerent primary schools. It has been extraordinary to see how these beautiful new spaces, since opening last June, have become the beating heart of these six schools, encouraging the development of wellbeing, empathy, learning and a whole school reading culture. “What has been clear from the reaction to the campaign is that people assume that all primary schools have libraries, and that those are well-stocked and resourced. But, this is simply not the case. One in eight primary

schools has no library provision. Does yours? I’ve been struck by how many people are surprised that we even need to make this ask. Oﬞen, people know that reading for pleasure is important, but don’t know quite how life-changing it is. Reading opens up a world of new possibilities for children and develops aspiration, with research showing that it can drive social mobility and mitigate the effect of social inequality. But, how can a child become a reader for pleasure if their parents or carers cannot afford books, and their primary school has no library, or that library is woefully insufficient? “We are nearing the end of these year-long pilots and will be sharing our findings in June – but the words of a young boy in Griffin primary school, where we introduced a new ‘Lifechanging Library’ keep returning to me. When asked, ‘What does this library mean to you?’, his reply was: ‘Well, it means I don’t have to read the same book, again and again and again.’”

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Liquid Leisure Liquid Leisure has two world leading water activity parks in the South East, the Windsor and Shepperton sites have the very popular Aqua Parks, which are a great way to get the kids out and enjoying exercising in the outdoors. Windsor has other water sports to try, such as water skiing and wakeboarding (like snowboarding on water). Shepperton has some paddle sports to get involved with, such as kayaking and stand up paddleboarding. Both sites have open water swimming, so, get outdoors and have fun getting fit at a Liquid Leisure near you. W: www.windsor.liquidleisure.com

Nature Discovery Centre The centre is open 7 days a week from 10am-5pm. Takeaway food and drink available. Nature Discovery Centre, Muddy Lane, Lower Way, Thatcham, Berkshire, RG19 3FU. T: 01635 874381 W: www.bbowt.org.uk

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Eton College Museums and Galleries Openings, Free entry open on Sundays 2:30-5pm. W: www.etoncollege.com/about-us/ our-public-museums

The castle is open from 10.30am – 4.15pm (last entry 3pm) The castle is closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Pre-booked tickets required. W: www.rct/visit/windsor-castle

Friday Fledglings: a weekly outdoor session for under 5s at MERL Join in outdoor activities & play and explore the natural environment. Each session involves story-telling, craft activities and singing. Friday Fledglings is run by Charlotte, a local teacher and Level 3 Forest Leader. Booking essential £4 per child. 10am-11.30am. Term time. 20th, 27th May, 10th, 17th, 24th June, 1st July W: https://merl.reading.ac.uk

The MERL’s Spring Family Activity Pack SPRING-INSPIRED THINGS TO DO IN THE MUSEUM, GARDEN AND AT HOME! This pack includes a story, gallery spotter sheet, wordsearch, MERL library, colouring sheets and materials for some exciting craft activities including making your own willow wand and bumble bee flick book! Suitable age 5+. Running until 30th June. T: 0118 378 8661 W: https://merl.reading.ac.uk

Go Ape Bracknell Located between Farnborough and Reading, Go Ape Bracknell is an ideal family or school trip. Younger explorers over 1m tall can gain their ‘tree feet’ on Treetop Adventure as they take on winding, wobbly crossings and 80m zips! Treetop Adventure Plus promises more (min 6 years and 1.2m tall) – an additional, even more challenging, loop which soars higher and includes a climbing wall and a thrilling 100m zip finale. Make a day of it and explore the bike and walking trails of 2,600 acre Swinley Forest. W: www.goape.co.uk

A new display examining the impact of Huntley & Palmer’s on the town and its people Running until 25th September 2025. Museum of English Rural Life. W: https://merl.reading.ac.uk

The Living Rainforest The charity run visitor attraction is all-weather and indoors. There are free ranging animals and birds that make it feel just like a real rainforest! With free parking and a great value annual ticket, it’s a fantastic day out for families. W: www.livingrainforest.org

New Weekly Classes At Cobbs Play Barn There are some fantastic classes happening at Cobbs Play Barn every week: Yabba Dance Class every Wednesday, Boogie Mites every Thursday and WIKIDS every Friday. To learn more visit W: www.cobbsplaybarn.co.uk

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May Saturday 14th

Reading Children’s Festival – Celebrating 200 years of Huntley and Palmers biscuit factory! This year’s Children’s Festival celebrates its 33rd anniversary with three fun packed weeks of events and activities for children all over the borough. From sport and music workshops to fun days with art and craft sessions, take your pick from the many exciting events taking place at venues across Reading. Running until 5th June. T: 0118 937 2771 W: www.facebook.com/ ReadingCFest

50th Anniversary Doodle and Collage Workshop Join Jelly to celebrate Broad St Mall’s 50th Anniversary with a special doodle and collage workshop. In this workshop participants will be invited to draw on, decorate onto, collage and embellish black and white photocopies of historical photographs of the Mall’s past. 11am2pm.Central Square, Broad Street Mall. W: www.broadstreetmall.com We take great care to ensure this information is correct at the time of going to press. However, we would advise parents to phone and check details prior to making a long trip …or promise!

Book and Play Boat Hire re-opened for summer

Friday 20th

Running on weekends until October and every day during school holidays. 11am5pm. Ages 2+. under 8’s supervision required. Dinton Pastures near Hurst. W: www.dinton-pastures.co.uk/ activities/boat-hire

Create decorative Platinum Jubilee bunting to display around Battle Library, Reading. Also on May 14th, 17th and 19th May. T: 0118 937 5100 W: www.reading.gov.uk/libraries

The Jubilee Beacon Trail

Saturday 21st

As part of the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee celebrations you can take part in the specially created, beacon trail in Reading. A free, family outdoor adventure for all the family. Running until 5th June in Reading Town Centre. W: www.jubileebeacontrail.com

Reading Children’s Festival launches with Forbury Fiesta! The Reading Children’s Festival launches at Forbury Gardens and it’s a FREE EVENT! Running all day 11am4pm. Come along, bring a picnic and make your own biscuit hat, take part in the biscuit parade and try and spot our very own Queen of Hearts. Attractions on the day will include children’s entertainment and workshops, charity and information stalls, tombolas, refreshments, face painting, arts and crafts, balloon modelling and that’s not all. T: 0118 937 2771 W: www.reading.gov.uk/ childrensfest

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Woodland Fairy Walk The first ever, Bucklebury Farm Enchanted Woodland walk Sanctuary. With bespoke fairy doors to find, bluebells, bubbles of fairy love relaxing sounds from the elf ensemble enchanting story times and crafts, adventure play, feed the animals, deer safari and so much more. Book your arrival time for the farm under general bookings, and then choose your walk time the day you arrive at the farm. Also on 22nd May. W: www.buckleburyfarm.co.uk

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Sunday 22nd

Berkshire Federation of Young Farmers’ Clubs For more than 70 years, Berkshire Young Farmers have opened the doors to young people aged between 10 and 27 years. You do not have to be involved with farming but an interest in the countryside does help. As well as activities, which challenge, educate and are fun, you can find new friends, exchange ideas and information and debate important issues. Once a year, the Berkshire clubs all come together to organise and host the Berkshire Country Fayre. See the fun for yourself at Newbury Showground. W: www.berksyfc.org.uk

Tuesday 24th

Make a Unicorn Fun Unicorn craft making session. 10am11am. Tilehurst Library. T: 0118 937 5114 W: www.reading.gov.uk/libraries

Saturday 28th

Highclere Show The Highclere Show arrives over the May half-term holiday bringing first-class performances, countryinspired activities and an abundance of shopping opportunities for everyone to enjoy. Also on 29th May. W: www.highclereshow.co.uk

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Unleash the explorer in you with this popular half term trail and activity booklet. Aimed at explorers up to 12. Download your copy from the website and guide yourself along the route. Suggested donation £2. Bring a pencil. Burnham Beeches near Slough. Running until 5th June. W: www.cityoflondon. gov.uk/assets/Green-Spaces/ burnham-beeches-event-diary-2022

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Workshop from 10am-4pm. £1, all ages, drop in. Reading Museum. W: www.readingmuseum.org.uk

Half Term at Reading Museum

Paint Your Own Biscuits Workshop

Family Life Drawing Kick off half term with Jelly at Reading Biscuit Factory for a family life drawing session inspired by a pretend biscuit tea party. The participants will be the models and will be gently guided by a Jelly artist with tips and techniques to find your own drawing style. This session is recommended for 6 years to 12 years. Reading Biscuit Factory, 1 Queens Walk, Reading RG1 7QE. W: www.readingbiscuitfactory.co.uk/ whats-on/family-drawing-workshop

Join design historian and artist Dr Ella Hawkins for a hands-on introduction to biscuit art. Learn how to paint colourful designs onto iced biscuits, inspired by the Huntley & Palmers original collections and take your edible art home to enjoy. Reading Museum. Workshop lasts 1.5 hours including 30 mins to look at collections first Booking essential: W: www.readingmuseum.org.uk Also on 29th May at Museum of English Rural Life Museum. W: https://merl.reading.ac.uk

Young Farmer’s Week Don’t miss out on the chance to become an Odds Farm Park accredited Young Farmer, by taking part in a host of farm-themed activities and challenges! Running until 5th June. Odds Farm Park, Bucks. W: www.oddsfarm.co.uk/special-events

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Running until 4th June (closed 2nd & 3rd of June), with lots of fun trails and activities for the whole family! Don’t miss the exciting Biscuit Weekend (the 28th & 29th of May) with the MERL, featuring trails and activities at both museums. W: www.readingmuseum.org.uk/ holiday-fun-reading-museum

Biscuit Town Family Activity Pack Available to purchase at both Reading Museum and The MERL. This pack is full of things to do at both museums and back at home including colouring sheets, gallery trails, crafts and recipes. £3 per pack, suitable for children aged 5+. Running from 28th May until September.

Monday 30th

Platinum Planting Go down to the library and enjoy planting flower seeds and decorating your own pot! Suitable for ages 5 – 11. Reading Central Library. T: 0118 937 5950 W: www.reading.gov.uk/libraries

A museum session for neurodiverse visitors of all ages. Enjoy trails and facilitated activities on themes inspired by the museums’ collections – Biscuits and Food this time – as well as and a quiet break-out space. Siblings, families, carers and friends are all welcome. Admission Free. Running 10am-4pm. Booking essential. See pages 12 & 29 for more details

Holiday Playclub Holiday Playclubs offer lots of fun activities with prices from as little as £12 per session. This summer Reading Play are running one holiday club at The Hill Primary School for children aged 5 – 12 years (if currently in school). W: reading.play@reading.gov.uk

The Beehive Holiday Club Aimed at children aged 3-11. With themed weeks, the holiday programme is a mix of high energy and calm activities which includes sports, arts and crafts, cooking, traditional games and toys, gaming consoles, outdoor adventures, treasure hunts, den building, bouncy castles and more. Running at Crown Wood Primary School or Nine Mile Ride Primary School 30th May – 1st June. W: www.beehiveclub.co.uk

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Design a biscuit tin fit for royalty! Families, £3. Booking essential. Reading Museum. W: www.readingmuseum.org.uk

Join in the fun this May half term at The Look Out Discovery Centre, located in the heart of Swinley Forest, for some actionpacked, family-friendly fun, including interactive science attractions, seasonal activities, and plenty of jubilee themed specials from the takeaway café! Tickets available online only W: www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk

Startrack Athletics Camp at TVA If you’ve got children aged 5-13 who love being active and running around, then Startrack Athletics camp is perfect for you! Running from 30th May– 1st June and 25th July–19th August at the Thames Valley Athletics Centre in Eton. Coaching children the different events in Athletics from sprints, high-jump, shotput, javelin and more. Email kidsactivities@deleisure.com or 01753 770037 for more information. W: www.deleisure.com

KA-BOOM! The Story Museum in Oxford is hoping to inspire the comic book creators of the future with their new exhibition ‘KA-BOOM! The Art of Creating Comics’. The exhibition takes visitors on an interactive journey through the comic-making process in order to encourage the next generation of comic artists and writers. T: 01865 807600 W: www.storymuseum.org.uk

Free boat Trips Thames Rivercruise are offering free boat trips for accompanied children during the Children’s Festival week 30 May - 3 June. (*One child travels for free per full paying adult). Choose from a 45 minute Thames Experience, 60 minute Thames Meander or our most popular 90 minute Thames Explorer. E: bookings@thamesrivercruise.co.uk W: www.thamesrivercruise.co.uk

Jubilee Party Hats £1, all ages, drop in. Reading Museum. W: www.readingmuseum.org.uk

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Arena events, dog show and attractions for all the family BBQ, bar and refreshments Take part in our Guinness World Record Hobby Horse attempt!

Thursday 2nd

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Queen’s Platinum Jubilee at Crocus at Dorney Court! Come and enjoy a family friendly day at Crocus at Dorney Court from 11am to 4pm. Watch Morris Dancers and Maidenhead Concern Band performances within the Walled Garden and take part in Children’s Activities throughout the day with a special jubilee menu. Call 01628 669999 for more info.

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Picnic in the Park: Rock the Rec Local fundraiser, 2 day live music event held at Clewer Memorial Recreation Ground for community events & Dedworth Christmas lights! 12noon-7pm. Family fun, stalls, food trucks, vegan, bouncy castles and beer tent. Tickets £5 (under 12s FREE)& on sale at Woody’s Café in the park. Also running on 3rd July.

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The Jubilee Farm Festival 4 days of fun and entertainment at the farm. Featuring circus performers, musicians, arts and crafts, and refreshments, tractor rides to feed the deer up close, play areas and more. Pre-Booking online is essential as spaces are limited for each day. Bucklebury Farm Park. Running 2nd-5th June. Tickets are purchased on the day of entry, Children £13.95, Adults £15.45. W: www.buckleburyfarm.co.uk

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Adults: £8.50 in advance / £10 on the gate. Children / concessions: £5 in advance / £7.50 on the gate. Under 5’s Free. Dogs welcome on leads.

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Beacon Lighting and Fireworks The Platinum Jubilee weekend in Windsor will commence with the lighting of the Windsor beacon, as part of the National Beacon lighting. This will take place on the Long Walk as darkness falls. People are invited up to the Beacon site where there will be music and excitement followed by a firework display. W: www.windsor.gov.uk/whats-on

Cobbs Open Air Cinema – Moulin Rouge

Young Rangers Wildlife club for 8 - 12 year olds who love nature and wildlife at The Nature Discovery Centre in Thatcham. 2-4pm. W: www.bbowt.org.uk/events

The Festival of Food and Music returns this summer at South Hill Park, this year it will also be a celebration of the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee and the Commonwealth. Running 3rd-5th June. Free entry. W: www.southhillpark.org.uk

A Royal Visit from Beauty and Her Prince You are cordially invited to go along to Shaw House where there will be a royal visit from Beauty and her Prince. The enchanting royal couple will delight young audiences with a fun sing-along, themed games and story time. With plenty of time at the end to take photographs.£5 per child, Plus one accompanying adult (free). Shaw House, Newbury. £2. W: https://booking.westberks.gov. uk/heritage

Saturday 4th

Family Taster Sessions at Dinton Pastures Country Park Sailing or Paddleboarding, 10-11.30am. Ages 8+. Alternative Saturday Mornings, £30 per person runs from June-September. Fantastic instructorled taster sessions suitable for adults and family groups. Pre-booking is essential for these sessions. W: www.dinton-pastures.co.uk/ activities/guided-activities/ We take great care to ensure this information is correct at the time of going to press. However, we would advise parents to phone and check details prior to making a long trip …or promise!

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The Festival of Food and Music

Join us for a night under the stars this June. Tickets are £12.95 + booking fees. Bring your own picnic or enjoy hot food and drink from Cobbs farm shop near Hungerford. Doors open at 7pm. Film plays approx. 9.15pm. Bookings: W: www.cobbsfarmshops.co.uk/ open-air-cinema

FiFest Fi.Fest will return to Stroud Farm, Berkshire with an exciting line-up including Reef, Dodgy and Hoosiers. Running alongside the music stage is Fi.Fest’s Kidzone which will include, rides, free shows, a sand play park and more. Baxter the T-Rex will also be making an appearance throughout the day. W: www.fifest.co.uk

Saturday 16th July

Join the Trinity Concert Band in the Forbury Gardens as they provide the musical entertainment for The Big Jubilee Lunch. 3-4.30pm. W: www.trinityband.co.uk/jubileechildrens-concert-reading

Make the most of the extra sunlight on this evening paddle and learn about the solstice. Tours will be on a choice of Stand-up paddleboards or sit-on-tops to admire the stunning views of the lake. 8-10pm, ages 8+. £25. Torches advisable. Dinton Pastures Country Park near Wokingham. W: www.dinton-pastures.co.uk/ activities/guided-activities/

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A chance for you and your dog to go on a paddleboard or sit-on-top kayaks. Afterwards there will be a slice of homemade cake for owners and treats for your dog. Also on 27th August. Dinton Pastures Activity Centre, Hurst near Wokingham. 3-5pm. Ages 8+. £35. W: www.dinton-pastures.co.uk E: dintonactivitycentre@ wokingham.gov.uk

Hurst Show and Country Fayre

Saturday 19th July

Running 25th/26th June. Arena events, dog show and attractions for all the family. W: www.hurstshow.uk

Summer Mile Family Raceday at Ascot Racecourse

Sunday 5th

Jubilee Children’s Concert

Museums, My Way at Reading Museum A museum session for neurodiverse visitors of all ages. Enjoy trails and facilitated activities on themes inspired by the museums’ collections – Biscuits and Food this time – as well as and a quiet break-out space. Siblings, families, carers and friends are all welcome. Admission Free. Running 3-5pm Booking essential. See pages 12 & 29 for more details.

Saturday 18th

Thames Hospice Sunflower Walk Walk to remember a loved one by walking the distance of; 2.5k, 4k or 10k from Thames Hospice in Bray or from a location that you love at 10am. After your walk, go along to the beautiful Hospice gardens where you are guaranteed lots of Jubilee fun, entertainment and delicious refreshments. Cost per person (includes a free Sunflower Walk t-shirt and Sunflower medal on completion of the walk): £20 per adult, £10 per child, £55 family ticket (2 x adults/2 x children). W: www.thameshospice.org.uk/ sunflower-walk

July Sunday 3rd

Newbury Waterways Festival There will be something for all the family to enjoy alongside the historic canal in Newbury. You can see the beautiful narrowboats, and a host of stalls, entertainment and activities in Victoria Park, where there will be live music and performances, as well as food and drinks galore. 10.30am4.30pm. Newbury Victoria Park. W: https://visitnewbury.org.uk/event

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Newbury Food and Drink Festival Newbury’s second Food and Drink Festival returns this summer, on Saturday 9th and Sunday 10th of July. Newbury Town Centre. W: https://visitnewbury.org.uk/event

Doggy Paddle at Dinton Activity Centre

Soak up every last drop of sunshine as racegoers of all ages are entertained with festival-themed activities. Young racegoers can expect entertainment from pony rides, fairground rides, and mini golf, to arts and crafts, face painting, and more. Tickets from £27pp, Under 18s Go Free. Book now at W: www.ascot.com

Saturday 23rd July

Mamma Mia! Watch a movie with a night under the stars this June. Tickets are £12.95 + booking fees. Take your own picnic or enjoy hot food and drink from Cobbs farm shop near Hungerford. Doors open at 7pm. Film plays approx. 9.15pm. Bookings: W: www.cobbsfarmshops.co.uk/ open-air-cinema

Saturday 23rd & Sunday 24th July

Maidenhead Festival at Kidwells Park – Free Event! Rock your socks off with all your favourite local bands, support local stall holders and have a great time out with family and friends. Headliners include: Tina Turner, Little Mix, Ed Sheeran, Elton John and Michael Buble tribute bands! What a line up! Don’t forget it’s all FREE! W: www.maidenheadfestival.org.uk

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Meet Wanda, with her beautiful head full of hair. She is brave and strong, but she’s unhappy because of the endless teasing by the boys at school for her hair. Can Grandma Makhulu help? This book is about identity and beauty, celebrating how cultural pride is learned and passed on over generations.

Children are invited to solve expertlypitched STEM ‘quests’ in Questland with aspirational superhero characters, Lillicorn, Bea Bumble and Leo Zoom. Combining brilliant storytelling with interactive hands-on learning, this story features over 100 reusable stickers and a reward chart to celebrate sucess.

Take your seats for the ENTIRE history of Planet Earth, as you take a whistle-stop tour from the birth of Earth 4.6 billion years ago. Narrated by a friendly troop of insects and with mind-blowing, lively illustrations, this illustrated non-ﬁction book will entertain and educate curious young readers.

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THE GINGERBREAD MAN See the adventure of the deliciously smelling Gingerbread Man who finds his feet fast and sets off on the journey of a lifetime! Saturday 4th June

POP PRINCESSES A Magical show where beautiful Princesses become Pop Stars! Sunday 19th June

FAMILY CARTOON ANIMAL DRAWING Have fun as a family using your imagination and learning how to bring cartoon characters to life with artist Simon Jardine. Saturday 2nd – Sunday 3rd July

HORRIBLE HISTORIES: TERRIBLE TUDORS Prepare yourselves for Terrible Tudors, live on stage. Thursday 7th & Friday 8th July at 7pm Saturday 9th July at 2pm & 7pm

TREASURE ISLAND Escape to Treasure Island with this swashbuckling, smash hit comedy for all the family! Saturday 16th July

NICK COPE- SUMMER 2022 Join Nick Cope, star of CBeebies’ Popcast, for his popular family music show.

Tuesday 31st May

FAMILY CONCERTINI WITH RASP Kick start your summer with this high energy, interactive family concert featuring members of the award winning RASPO orchestra (The Reading All Steel Percussion Orchestra). Thursday 2nd June

POP DIVAS LIVE! The UK’s number one pop concert experience featuring tributes to all your favourite female pop stars on the same stage for the first time ever! Friday 3rd June

OLD MCDONALD AND THE THREE PIGS PLUS Old McDonald and the Three Pigs Plus weaves the well-known story of the Three Pigs with the easy to learn rhyme Old McDonald Had A Farm.

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PALAVER PARTY Palaver Party is a space where everyone is free to be whoever they want to be. Join your host and a spectacular line-up of drag & cabaret performers for the most exciting family disco Reading has ever seen. Ages 3-8.

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Catch That Beast! is a magical, deliciously silly show about wild things and finding the bravery to change.   Saturday 4th June

Join Peter and Benjamin on their hair-raising adventures in this enchanting adaptation of the much loved Beatrix Potter classic – a magical afternoon of fun for all the family.

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Saturday 9th – Sunday 10th July

Inspired by the epic Persian poem ‘The Conference of the Birds’ the show takes a little girl across oceans and mountains to a place beyond time to where all the birds of the world gather once a year, to share and record the stories they collected. All stories ever told are recorded by the birds, and all are kept in their archives, but are they safe there? And what happens if they are forgotten? Ages 7+.

Steppin Out Stars of Tomorrow is one of Berkshire’s leading theatre schools for children. The students will take you on a beautiful story themed around how the things we wish for change with age and as we progress through our lives.

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THE TIGER WHO CAME TO TEA A musical play adapted and directed by David Wood based on the book by Judith Kerr.

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THE GRUFFALO Join Mouse on a daring adventure through the deep, dark wood in Tall Stories’ magical, musical adaptation of the classic picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler. For everyone aged 3 and up.

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THE CIRCUS SONAS FAMILY SHOW This family-friendly show contains circus stunts that will make you gasp, juggling tricks that will surprise you and magic tricks that will make you go ‘wow’! There will be shouting, cheering and lots of laughing. Top class circus entertainment and the two best beards in the business. Ages 5yrs+.

This is the children’s pop concert with a big difference. A musical spectacular starring four fabulous Fairy tale Princesses who just love to sing! It’s the perfect mix.

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WIN ONE OF FIVE FAMILY TICKETS TO THE HIGHCLERE SHOW Taking place over the May half-term holiday on 28th & 29th May, inside the gorgeous grounds of Highclere Castle, the Highclere Show makes a wonderful day out for families. From the medieval jousters, the Knights of Middle England, performing inside the Main Arena, to the superb British Falconry and Raptor Fair and their stunning birds of prey collection, visitors can enjoy a host of demonstrations and interactive displays across a whole weekend. To win one of five family tickets to the Highclere Show, simply answer the following question: The Highclere Show welcomes which jousting team to the Main Arena? A) Knights of the Round Table B) Knights of Middle England C) Knights of the Realm Send us your entry marked ‘Highclere’ and all correct answers will be placed into our prize draw. Closing date is Sunday 22nd May.

WIN A WEEKEND FAMILY ENTRY TICKET TO HURST SHOW AND COUNTRY FAYRE Hurst Show and Country Fayre is a wonderful family attraction taking place on Saturday 25th and Sunday 26th June and will showcase hobbyhorse jumping, fun dog show, animal petting, bouncy castle, craft stalls, classic vehicle show, live music and arena events, including birds of prey and search and rescue dogs and more! To win a weekend family entry ticket to Hurst Show and Country Fayre, simply answer this question: How many participants are in the current Guinness World Record for “Largest Stick Horse Parade”? Send in your entry marked ‘Hurst Show’ and all correct answers will be placed into our prize draw. Closing date is Sunday 22nd May.

WIN A FAMILY TICKET TO THE FI.FEST MUSIC FESTIVAL Fi.Fest comes to Stroud Farm on the 9th July and we’ve teamed up to offer one lucky family the chance to go along for free! There will be fabulous bands and acts playing all day, a tasty food village for essential refreshments, and tons to keep kids entertained including rides, a dinosaur show, face painting, circus skills, a disco, and much more! To win this great prize of a Family Ticket (2 adults, 2 children) for the 9th July, simply send in your entry marked ‘Fi.Fest’ and you will be placed into our prize draw. Closing date is Sunday 22nd May.

BLUEBERRY TOYS IN WOKINGHAM ARE GIVING AWAY AN EXCITING SCIENCE MIX & MEASURE SET! Children will want to get hands-on with this Learning Resources Primary Science Mix & Measure Set from Blueberry Toys – and we have one to give away to a lucky reader worth £39.99! Includes everything you need to perform real-life science mixing & measuring experiments for young scientists! The set makes science accessible to children and is perfect for little hands, containing hands-on experiments, wipe clean activity cards and science tools. To be in with a chance of winning this great prize, simply send in your entry marked ‘Blueberry Toys’ and you will be placed into our prize draw. Closing date is Sunday 22nd May.

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