Events Diary
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
area and let the kids look forward to some fun!
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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