Things to Do in Reading
28 attractions and days out
Indoor and Soft Play Areas
Active Tots
Little ones under 3 can explore safe soft play equipment in this welcoming indoor venue, with weekly activities, onsite café and excellent facilities including accessible toilets and baby changing.
Activity Centres
Adventure Dolphin Reading
Outdoor activity centre based in Pangbourne specialising in physical challenges and adventures for teenagers aged 13-19, with an onsite restaurant and picnic-friendly grounds.
Trampoline Parks
Atom Trampoline Park
Bounce into action at this accessible trampoline venue offering high-energy fun for all ages, complete with onsite facilities including parking, refreshments and full accessibility features.
Zoos and Wildlife Parks
Beale Wildlife Park
Meet friendly animals and explore beautiful gardens at this family-favourite park near Reading, featuring thrilling play zones including an exciting aerial cableway that soars above the grounds.
Activity Centres
Bubble Football
Experience hilarious five-a-side football matches whilst encased in an inflatable zorb at this Goals Soccer Centre activity, perfect for active families seeking unique sporting fun and memorable laughter together.
Children's Farms
Bucklebury Farm Park
Spread across 77 acres near Reading, this hands-on farm lets kids meet ponies, deer and llamas while enjoying thrilling activities like zip wires and giant jumping pillows.
Climbing
Clip 'n Climb Reading
This vibrant indoor climbing centre offers families a thrilling vertical adventure with colourful walls designed for all ages and abilities, featuring full wheelchair access throughout.
Horse Riding and Stables
Cloud Stables
This BHS-approved Arborfield riding centre welcomes newcomers of all ages to learn basic equestrian skills with carefully selected horses in a friendly setting.
Tourist Attractions
Escape Hunt Reading
Challenge your family to crack codes and solve puzzles against the clock at this thrilling venue on King Street, where multiple themed escape room adventures await players of all ages.
Kids Birthday Parties
Gaming Bus - Next Generation Gaming
Mobile gaming party experience bringing the latest consoles and multiplayer action directly to your celebration, with baby facilities available though accessibility is limited.
Children's Farms
Lockey Farm
Kids can bounce on trampolines, ride toy tractors and meet friendly farm animals, while parents browse fresh local goods at the onsite shop—all with full wheelchair and pushchair access.
Pottery Centres and Ceramic Cafes
Mad Hatters Pottery Painting Cafe
Unleash your family's artistic flair at this welcoming pottery painting café where kids and adults can create personalized ceramics while enjoying refreshments in fully accessible, family-friendly surroundings.
Sports Centres
Meadway Sports Centre
This fully accessible Reading sports facility welcomes families with pushchairs and wheelchairs throughout, featuring baby changing rooms and adapted toilets for all visitors.
Railway and Transport Attractions
Museum of Berkshire Aviation
Discover local aviation heritage through historic aircraft displays and engaging exhibits at this volunteer-run museum in Woodley, with full wheelchair access throughout all galleries.
Stately Homes and Gardens
National Trust - Basildon Park
This elegant 18th-century mansion near Reading delights families with grand interiors to discover and beautiful grounds perfect for countryside walks and outdoor adventures.
Trampoline Parks
Oxygen Activeplay Reading
Launch into Britain's biggest collection of high-flying trampoline activities across a massive indoor arena. Perfect for energetic families, with baby changing facilities and pushchair-friendly access throughout.
Climbing
Reading Climbing Centre
Young adventurers aged 5+ can scale new heights at this fully-equipped climbing venue, featuring progressive training programmes, onsite dining and excellent facilities including accessible toilets.
Museums and Art Galleries
Reading Museum
Discover local heritage and fascinating collections at this welcoming town centre museum, where families can explore at their own pace with full accessibility and picnic-friendly facilities.
Cinemas and Theatres
Reading Rep Theatre
This Reading venue stages professional productions in a fully wheelchair-accessible space with baby changing facilities and dedicated assistance for visitors with mobility needs.
Laser Tag
Reload
Test your aim and reflexes at this exciting laser clay shooting experience where the whole family can compete against pop-up targets in a thrilling test of speed and accuracy.
Cinemas and Theatres
Showcase Cinema de Lux Reading
Experience the latest blockbusters on the big screen at this modern Winnersh cinema, featuring cutting-edge 3D technology, wheelchair access, onsite parking and snacks available to purchase.
Go Karting and Driving
TeamSport Indoor Karting Reading
Rev up the excitement at this thrilling indoor karting venue offering adrenaline-fueled racing experiences for drivers aged 9+, with various sessions to suit families and speed enthusiasts alike.
Activity Centres
The Bounce Park Reading
An energetic trampoline centre where kids can jump, flip and bounce to their hearts' content. Fully wheelchair accessible throughout, though families with babies should note there are no changing facilities.
Indoor and Soft Play Areas
The Mad House Play and Party World
Kids can burn energy across multiple levels of climbing frames, ball pools, slides and sports zones at this indoor play centre that offers snacks onsite plus accessible facilities for all families.
Treasure Hunts
The Reading Mystery Treasure
Solve clever clues on this interactive trail around Reading's historic Town Hall area and crack the case in a fun family adventure that's perfect for budding detectives.
Museums and Art Galleries
The Ure Museum of Greek Archaeology
Located on the University of Reading campus, this fascinating museum showcases ancient Greek artefacts in wheelchair-accessible galleries, with onsite parking and dining facilities available.
Cinemas and Theatres
Vue Reading
Catch the latest blockbusters and family favourites at this accessible Reading cinema, complete with snacks and dining options to enjoy during your movie experience.
Parks and Playgrounds
Wellington Country Park
Explore acres of family fun near Reading with exciting play zones, bouncing activities, animal encounters and nature trails - all fully accessible for wheelchairs and pushchairs with facilities for babies.
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