Local Links for Reading
The Oracle Shopping Centre
Reading,
Berkshire
RG1 2AG
Reading Festival
Richfield Avenue,
Reading
Reading University
Whiteknights campus,
Reading,
RG6 6UR
Bulmershe campus,
Reading,
RG6 1HY
London Road campus,
Reading,
RG1 5AQ
Legoland
Winkfield Road,
Windsor,
Berkshire
SL4 4AY
Enjoy over 50 interactive rides and attractions. Set in 150 acres of parkland, Legoland is more fun than you can imagine for children aged 2-12 and their families.
New attractions include a full-size JCB at the Digger Challenge.
See Miniland's new London model made from over 13 million bricks, catch the 'Spellbreaker 4D' movie or enjoy the exciting live-action show in LEGO city.
Reading Football Club
Madejski Stadium,
M4 Junction 11,
Reading,
Berkshire
RG2 0FL
London Irish RUFC
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London Irish RUFC play at the Madejski Stadium
Thames River Cruises
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Thames River Cruises, operating between Wallingford and Henley
Pipers Island,
Bridge Street,
Caversham,
Reading
Berkshire
RG4 8AH
Stratfield Saye House
Stratfield Saye,
Reading
RG7 2BZ
Stratfield Saye House has been the family home of the Dukes of Wellington since 1817.
The house contains many personal possessions and momentoes of this famous soldier and statesman.
The Wellington exhibition contains the 18-ton funeral carriage made from cannons captured at the Battle of Waterloo and used at the 1st Duke's funeral in 1852.
Museum of English Rural Life
Redlands Road,
Reading
RG1 5EX
The Museum of English Rural Life houses one of England's most fascinating collections relating to life and work in the countryside over the last 200 years. Be prepared for something different as you discover how rural life has been shaped by natural materials, traditional skills and utilising technology developed over previous generations. The museum, library and archives represent a lost world that has been preserved and recorded through outstanding collections. Housed in new gallery premises, the museum offers a unique visitor experience as you explore the museum collections, including agricultural tools and implements, horse-drawn ploughs, farm wagons, woodworking and craft tools, smocks, basketry, film and photographs.
The Museum of Reading
Blagrave Street,
Reading
RG1 1QH
The Museum of Reading tells the story of Reading through the ages, from its Saxon beginnings to today's high-tech town.
Also featuring Britain's Bayeux Tapestry - Reading's famous Victorian replica of the 11th century original - the Silchester Gallery housing artefacts from the Roman town of Calleva Atrebatum and the Exhibition Gallery, which hosts a changing programme of exhibitions.
The Box Room, a fascinating interactive gallery, features Reading Museum Service's loan collection.
Situated in the town hall, a fine example of Victorian Gothic architecture.
UK Wolf Conservation Trust
Butler's Farm,
Beenham,
Reading,
Berkshire
RG7 5NT
A unique and very special chance to interact with wolves.
Visiting membership to the Wolf Centre for member and two guests on a weekday is available but visits must be pre-arranged.
Activities for children are held in every school holiday include a Walk with Wolves (minimum age 6+) with wolf contact, Wolf Keeper Days, storytelling events and craft workshops.
Pre-booking is essential as numbers are limited.
Ascot Racecourse
Ascot,
Berkshire
SL5 7JX
Windsor Castle
Windsor
SL4 1NJ
Windsor is the oldest and largest occupied castle in the world and Official Residence of Her Majesty The Queen.
Its rich history spans almost 1000 years.
The Castle covers an area of about 5 hectares (13 acres) and contains magnificent State Apartments furnished with treasures from the Royal Collection, St George's Chapel, one of the most beautiful ecclesiastical buildings in England and the burial place of 10 monarchs.
As Windsor Castle is a working royal palace, opening arrangements may change at short notice. Please check before planning a visit.
Chessington World of Adventures
Leatherhead Road,
Chessington,
Surrey
KT9 2NE
Enjoy over 40 rides and attractions in 10 themed lands and over 1000 animals,
Chessington is a great family day out, with
Theme Park rides,
Chessington Zoo,
Sea Life Centre and
Live Shows and Events
Thorpe Park
Staines Road,
Chertsey,
Surrey
KT16 8PN
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