



15+ Free Things to Do in Reading with Kids
Reading has a great range of genuinely free things to do with kids — from parks and playgrounds to national museums with no entry charge at all.
Country Parks(9)

Iver Environment Centre
★4.9Explore nature through outdoor learning programmes, family events, and woodland activities designed for children aged 2-16 in a beautiful natural setting.

The Nature Discovery Centre
★4.6Explore wildlife and nature through interactive displays and outdoor trails at this free visitor centre dedicated to bringing nature back to the region.

Burnham Beeches
★4.6Explore 540 acres of ancient woodland and open heathland featuring historic beech trees, grazing livestock, and scenic walking trails perfect for families.

Snelsmore Common Country Park
★4.7Explore a beautiful country park with woodland walks, open grassland, and diverse wildlife habitats perfect for families seeking outdoor nature experiences.

Swinley Forest
★4.7Explore ancient woodland trails, open grasslands, and diverse wildlife habitats across this sprawling forest and nature reserve perfect for family walks and outdoor adventures.
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City Parks(4)

Victoria Park
★4.5Enjoy free outdoor recreation in Newbury's historic Victoria Park, featuring playgrounds, a community café, and family-friendly facilities for all ages.

Prospect Park
★4.4Explore a historic urban park offering outdoor recreation, free entry, and family-friendly amenities in a beautiful green space.

Ray Mill Island
★4.6Explore this riverside island park featuring a children's play area, animal enclosures, and historic Thames weir views perfect for family walks and outdoor activities.

Higginson Park
★4.5Explore Marlow's 23-acre riverside park featuring children's play areas, sports facilities, and a historic Thames-side setting perfect for family days out.
Museums(4)

Reading Museum
★4.6Explore diverse collections spanning archaeology, art, natural history and Reading's rich heritage in this free indoor museum with family-friendly facilities.

The Museum of English Rural Life
★4.8Explore the fascinating history of rural England through engaging galleries, archives, and collections that bring countryside life to vivid detail.

Ure Museum of Greek Archaeology
★4.7Explore ancient Greek and Egyptian artefacts revealing the realities and rituals of civilizations past, with family-friendly activities and educational sessions.

Willis Museum & Sainsbury Gallery
★4.5Explore local history and contemporary art collections in a welcoming indoor venue with free admission and family-friendly facilities.
Playgrounds(2)

Black Park Country Park
★4.7Explore woodland and heathland across 700+ acres with adventure playgrounds, forest school activities, and family-friendly trails.

Windsor Great Park
★4.7Explore 5,000 acres of historic parkland with children's play areas, scenic gardens, wildlife spotting, and family-friendly activities including cycling, walking, and picnicking.
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