Things to do in 2022

Things to do in 2022 2022

These brilliant summer days out will keep your family entertained throughout the sunniest school break. Choose from water fun parks and treasure trails to play barns and hands-on museums; inside or out, there’s a destination to head to! Here’s our pick of the best – how many can you squeeze in this summer?

Bracknell Forest Festival

Bracknell Forest Council and The Lexicon have teamed up to create a fabulous forest festival to celebrate the town centre’s fifth birthday. Taking place in the town centre from Wednesday August 24 to Sunday September 4 2022, the event will see the return of the mighty giant tree giants, beautiful forest sprites, a unique immersive night forest experience and a fun filled programme of entertainment, education and give-aways. You won’t want to miss the Bracknell Forest Festival so make sure that you put a note in your diary now. For more information, please visit W: www.bracknellforestfestival.com

Explore, celebrate and play at The Museum of English Rural Life

There are always plenty of reasons to visit The Museum of English Rural Life in Reading whether you’re looking to explore the galleries or have fun in the garden! This summer, they’re using their collections to inspire events and activities on the theme of CARE. Explore ways you can take care of yourselves, others and nature in their free family event on 10th August, go and meet the animals from Miller’s Ark Farm on the 17th, and pick up a ‘Caring for Nature’ activity pack throughout the summer. Along with their partners, Reading Museum, they’re continuing to celebrate local history through the Huntley & Palmers themed biscuit programme – including a fun-filled family activity pack and a chance to meet Mr Palmer himself! W: https://merl.reading.ac.uk

High up or low down – Go Ape Bracknell has got adventure covered!

Looking for things to do this holiday? Join them in Swinley Forest, Bracknell for an actionpacked family adventure in the great outdoors. Their forest doors, in the heart of Berkshire, are open daily and they have an experience for everyone – from super-fast zipwires and tree top crossings, to high-wire bridges and free-fall Tarzan Swings! They also offer an unforgettable children’s birthday party – award-winning in fact. So, whatever the British weather throws at us this summer, get outside and Go Ape. W: www.goape.co.uk

Set your Compass for Coral Reef this summer!

One of the most popular leisure facilities in the region, Coral Reef is guaranteed fun for all the family and shipmates of all ages! Go on down and see their brand-new Splash lagoon, an enjoyable, vibrant interactive water pad, plus whizz down five giant slides, from gentle rides for young ones to thrilling descents for the more adventurous!

Customised fun to be enjoyed alone or with a partner! Coral Reef is open rain or shine with an on-site restaurant, party booking options, with an outdoor pool area and spa facilities and sufficient parking and gift shop for souvenirs and all your poolside needs! Walk the plank and dive in at Coral Reef Waterworld Bracknell! W: www.everyoneactive.com/centre/coral-reef-waterworld The Southeast Communities Rail Partnership will be running a free Treasure Hunt on a Train on the North Downs Railway Line between Saturday 23rd July and Sunday 4th September 2022 (please note you will need to buy your train tickets from Great Western Railway). The line runs between Reading, via Guildford, to Redhill. Travel along the line and hunt for clues on board the train and at different destinations to find some quirky Alice in Wonderland treasures! Suitable for families with children aged 7 upwards. To download your free copy of the Treasure Hunt and to buy your train tickets please go online. W: www.southeastcrp.org/TreasureHunt

Let’s go fly a kite – the festival is back!

Norden Farm Centre for the Arts is excited to announce that the Kite Festival is back this year, taking place on Sunday 4th September in Maidenhead’s Boyn Grove Park (Punt Hill). In the lead up to the festival, families can create their own kites in a series of workshops held at Norden Farm. Festival goers can buy kits to make on the day or bring kites they’ve made already and fill the sky with brightly coloured dancing kites. There will be local street food stalls, a beer tent, live music and entertainment to add to the fun! Entrance to the festival is free – see online for more details. W: www.nordenfarm.org

Superheroes needed for a special summer holiday mission!

Enter mission control at the Corn Exchange where children can transform into superhero characters and head out for an immersive adventure around Newbury town centre! Follow a map, looking for clues and puzzles to complete the quest! The Superhero adventure trail is a new outdoor commission created by A Line Art and produced by Corn Exchange Newbury. Only £3 per child. W: https://cornexchangenew.com/events/

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Head to Newbury for a fantastic family ‘daycation’!

There is no stopping Newbury from delivering a daycation the whole family will remember! Hop aboard a traditional narrowboat and explore historic Newbury from the Kennet and Avon Canal, or take to the water via paddleboard from Newbury Lock, suitable for all ages and levels. Head to Victoria Park for a splash in the sun or go headto-head in the all-new Adventure Golf. Enjoy an action-packed hour at High Score Arcade, which will leave you wanting more, as much as the kids! And the quaint market town isn’t short on places to indulge, scoff and sip, after absorbing the adventure. Head to Weaver’s Walk to enjoy homemade bunny-shaped pizzas from Italian family-favourite, Lusso. Continue the Mediterranean-vibes with French-style crepes in the Market Place from Crepe o’Clock. Wind down with pottery painting and a bite to eat at The Ugly Duckling. Newbury is calling you, when will your daycation begin? W: www.visitnewbury.org.uk

Fun and jubilation at Reading Museum this summer!

Have fun this summer with Reading Museum – they’ve got lots of fun activities, including Out in the Forbury: Bug Club where they will be in the Forbury Gardens, and you can search for creepy-crawlies and draw your discoveries. Go along to the Roman Fun Day, a fun packed day of roman-themed activities and craft! You’ll love their Make and Take sessions – join in with the Rolling Rivers Collage and have a go at Bertie’s Jubilee Dress Up, where you will craft and colour Bertie the Badger’s outfit for a jubilee party, or make (and grow!) a fab Cress Goblet. There’s also a Platinum Puddings trail around the museum and free activity cart throughout the summer holidays. You’ll find more info, prices, dates and times for all summer events on their website. W: www.readingmuseum.org.uk

Celebrate a very special rabbit’s 120th birthday with The Base Greenham!

Immerse your family in The Tale of Peter Rabbit in this magical walkthrough experience. Little bunnies will be able to crawl under the garden gate, hide in a watering can and see their reflection in a mirror pool, just like Peter Rabbit, as well as getting involved with plenty of photo opportunities and craft activities along the way! W: www.thebasegreenham.co.uk

Enjoy a Tropical Day out at The Living Rainforest

The Living Rainforest is a super day out for all the family. Their re-creation of an Amazon rainforest is bursting with plants and animals such as monkeys, birds and an armadillo. The lucky ones may even see the free ranging sloth! Over the summer holidays they will be running a wide range of events from craft markets to an exciting summer festival of activities. In addition, there will be talks, workshops and keeper-led animal feeds. Back by popular demand their education tour guides will hold free guided walks through the rainforest, free with entry. With an average year-round temperature of over 24°c you are guaranteed a bit of summer even when it rains! W: www.livingrainforest.org

Chill out this summer with a fun trip to Cobbs Play Barn

For guaranteed fun, join the friendly team at Cobbs this summer in their bespoke wooden Play Barn at Cobbs Farm Shop, Hungerford. 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. Head over this holiday for lots of fun activities, including a farm trail, brand-new sand pit, and milkshake bus. For peace of mind during their busy times, you will be able to book a table in their Play Barn online! E: play@cobbsplaybarn.co.uk W: https://cobbsplaybarn.co.uk

Get ready to blast off on an inspirational adventure!

There to provide a fun-filled and actionpacked adventure for all the family, The Look Out Discovery Centre is heading beyond infinity this summer! With the opening of a new space zone and offer of space-ranger themed activities, you can launch your very own rocket and discover the science behind space travel! You can also get hands on with galactic exploration by seeing how a balloon would fare in space or searching for exo-planets through a telescope. Head to Woodlarks Café on site for some space-inspired snacks to fuel your journey and enjoy the outdoor playground open all day, every day. Tickets are available online for admission and additional activities. W: www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/leisure-services/look-out-discovery-centre

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