Shaw HouseShaw House is open to the public during school holidays and weekends from February to September. FREE admission.

Shaw House is also host to a year round programme of events and family activities, from open-air theatre to children’s craft sessions. To see what’s on or to sign up for more information: www.westberkshireheritage.org/whats-on/categories/shaw-house

Can’t get out?Try a little Active Movement. Standing up every 20 minutes, even for a short time, is good for health, concentration and fitness. Visit www.activemovement.co.uk or call Peter Savage on 01189 442924 to find out more.

Free or low cost fun filled

ideas for family days out in

West Berkshire

Hungerford CommonEnjoy trails, walks and picnics alongside the Kennet and Avon Canal. Ideal for families to enjoy with opportunities for refreshment or to pause and watch the passing trains and boats.

Walking for HealthWhy not join a walking group, Walking for Health offers regular, led walks for people of all abilities. A great opportunity to explore the outdoors, discover new places and meet new people. Visit www.westberks.gov.uk/wfh for more information.

The Nature Discovery Centre Welcoming the discovery of nature on your doorstep

The Discovery Centre in Thatcham hosts a programme of inspiring and educational events throughout the year for everyone to enjoy. For details of these please go to www.naturediscovery.org.uk

The Nature Discovery Centre is managed by the Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire Wildlife Trust on behalf of West Berkshire Council.

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Fun StationFREE Activity Sessions in the school holidays for children aged 2 - 12 years at West Berkshire Leisure Centres, to view the timetable visit: www.westberks.gov.uk/funstation

Walk4Life Why not try one of our accessible one mile waymarked routes in Lambourn, Thatcham, Newbury and Greenham. www.walk4life.info/find-a-walk

Activity Team West BerkshireActivity Team West Berkshire offers an extensive programme for individuals and groups from the age of 8 upwards. The range of programmes includes specialist courses in both land and water based activities, whether it is at novice or advanced level. www.westberks.gov.uk/atwb

Parks, Open Spaces and Play areasVisit our award winning parks and play parks. The parks feature landscaped areas for picnics and walks, BMX facilities, outdoor sports pitches for football and cricket, woodland walks, River Kennet and Kennet Canal links and cycle paths. www.westberks.gov.uk/parks

Reminiscence PodsWhy not visit a West Berkshire Library and try out a reminiscence pod.

Donnington CastleTake a walk and picnic to explore the twin-towered gatehouse of 14th century Donnington Castle, near Newbury. www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/donnington-castle/

Nature ReservesGo for a long walk through dappled woodlands, revel in gorgeous displays of spring flowers, catch a glimpse of rare birds and butterflies, or enjoy a family day out. www.bbowt.org.uk/wildlife/reserves

Northcroft Leisure Centre Outdoor PoolWhat a great way to get outside and enjoy the weather. The outdoor pool is the perfect way to cool down in hot weather, or get some lane practice outdoors. Children and adults alike can have fun in the 71.8m outdoor swimming pool.

Crazy Golf Give Crazy Golf a try outside at Northcroft Leisure Centre, the new crazy golf course offers fun for all the family.

West Berkshire MuseumWest Berkshire Museum offers FREE admission The museum explores stories of life in our area, from pre-history to today through 10 regularly changing galleries as well as through activities and events. For more information visit: www.westberkshireheritage.org/west-berkshire-museum

The RidgewayThe Ridgeway and Thames Path National Trails are a family of long distance paths which provide outstanding walking routes, horseriding and cycling opportunities, through the finest landscapes. www.westberks.gov.uk/trails

The Splash Pad at Victoria ParkA free aquatic play area in Victoria Park offers endless hours of fun for the entire family. The new splash pad is engaging and accessible, encouraging social development in children of all ages and abilities. The splash pad is Disability Discrimination Act (DDA) compliant.

Green Bags Try a new sport for free, the green bags are a fun way to be active outdoors and make use of West Berkshire’s parks and open spaces.

The bags include equipment for kwik cricket, badminton, rugby, hockey, rounders, football, frisbee and skipping. www.westberks.gov.uk/greenbag