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Just 45 minutes by train from London, you'll discover a wealth of towns, villages and countryside to explore, making this county the perfect antidote to UK city life. A county with unique connections to the British Royal Family, where you will find the River Thames meandering along its northern edge and beautiful parks and gardens ablaze with colour. The North Wessex Downs (AONB) to the west of the county, a rich mosaic of chalk habitat, woodland, pastures and common land and the world famous historic town of Windsor to the east. You'll find a year round events calendar, along with vibrant riverside towns of Reading and Maidenhead, the famous college of Eton and the place where the historic Magna Carta was signed. Today this romantic county offers the perfect escape from the everyday, combining royal heritage, a slice of luxury with the great outdoors. To get the most out of your stay, start planning your days out in Berkshire here. Visit Berkshire Windsor in Berkshire was the weekend home of the Queen Elizabeth II and still remains a key royal residence of the British Royal family, especially for hosting visiting dignities. The town is home to the iconic Windsor Castle, the world famous long walk and the beautiful Windsor Great Park. With history and heritage at every turn, beautiful parks and gardens, riverside walks and great shopping, this beautiful historic town makes for a great South East short break destination. Berkshire is the birthplace of the Duchess of Cambridge, Kate Middleton, raised in the quaint village of Buckleberry where her parents’ home is still located today. It was in the village of Pangbourne in Berkshire where she spent her school days at St Andrew’s School. Situated on the River Thames, Pangbourne has been cited as the inspiration of many famous authors’ novels including Kenneth Grahame and Jerome K. Jerome. Full of character, Pangbourne is a great place to visit. Vibrant Reading in Berkshire, a modern destination with a medieval history, packed full of in or on the water activities, adrenaline fuled attractions, rich history and great places to stay. Located on the River Thames it is home to the 900 year old Reading Abbey ruins, the Reading Festival, and the departure point for modern pilgrims and walkers retracing the steps of medieval pilgrims along St James’ Way to Southampton. Berkshire is also home to many other picturesque towns and villages such as Eton , Newbury , Hungerford , Ascot , Hurley, Cookham, Bray, Littlewick Green, and Waltham St Lawrence. Find out more about towns and villages in the county with our interactive map of Berkshire . Things to do in Berkshire this weekend Many of Berkshire's tourist attractions are open all year round so find the best days out in Berkshire with activities listings each showing a map and opening times for your convenience. Or why not browse our Berkshire events guide to find out what's on this week. Top 10 things to do in Berkshire For things to do in Reading, Newbury, Maidenhead , Bracknell and other Berkshire towns, browse our pick of the best attractions below or find a more comprehensive list of what to do and places to visit at the bottom of the page. The Savill Garden , Windsor Windsor Castle and the Changing of the Guard , Windsor Thames Rivercruise Boat Trips , Caversham Kennet Horse Boat Company , Hungerford Kris Cruises , Slough Newbury Racecourse , Newbury Norden Farm Centre for the Arts , Maidenhead The Eton Walkway , Eton

The Reading Room , Reading French Brothers Boat Trips , Windsor List of things to do & places to visit for days out in Berkshire For more about Berkshire, including ideas on days out, where to stay and things to do in Berkshire, browse through the below selection of attractions and towns and villages that collectively make Berkshire such a memorable destination to visit. Use the 'map view' button to find something near you. Number of results: Number of results: 146 , currently showing 1 to 20. Streatley-on-Thames Type Type: Towns & Villages The village of Streatley-on-Thames stands on the opposite side of the River Thames to Goring; Oxfordshire on one side and West Berkshire on the other, linked by a bridge which was built in 1923 Streatley-on-Thames Towns & Villages The village of Streatley-on-Thames stands on the opposite side of the River Thames to Goring; Oxfordshire on one side and West Berkshire on the other, linked by a bridge which was built in 1923 Woodley Type Type: Towns & Villages Woodley Woodley is a town and civil parish in Berkshire, England. It is a suburb of Reading and is located near the towns of Earley and Wokingham. Towns & Villages Woodley is a town and civil parish in Berkshire, England. It is a suburb of Reading and is located near the towns of Earley and Wokingham. Kris Cruisers Type Type: Boat Slough Whether you have a week, a day or just a few hours, relax, unwind and discover the hidden treasures of the River Thames with Kris Cruisers self-drive Day Boats and Boating Holidays. Whether you have a week, a day or just a few hours, relax, unwind and discover the hidden treasures of the River Thames with Kris Cruisers self-drive Day Boats and Boating Holidays. White Waltham Type Type: Towns & Villages Although an area of great antiquity, where Roman remains have been found, White Waltham has seen more change during the past 60 years than all its previous history. This is due to the establishment of White Waltham Airfield during World War II and… Towns & Villages Although an area of great antiquity, where Roman remains have been found, White Waltham has seen more change during the past 60 years than all its previous history. This is due to the establishment of White Waltham Airfield during World War II and… The Mill at Sonning Type Type: Restaurant Reading Set on the River Thames, the historic Mill at Sonning Theatre has over 40 years of entertainment excellence as the UK's only dinner theatre. It recently won the UK Theatre Award for Best Musical Production (Gypsy, 2023). The Mill at Sonning Set on the River Thames, the historic Mill at Sonning Theatre has over 40 years of entertainment excellence as the UK's only dinner theatre. It recently won the UK Theatre Award for Best Musical Production (Gypsy, 2023). Eton Type Type: Towns & Villages It is impossible to think of Eton without reference to its famous public school, Eton College, and indeed the later history of the town is inseparably entwined with that of the college. Towns & Villages It is impossible to think of Eton without reference to its famous public school, Eton College, and indeed the later history of the town is inseparably entwined with that of the college. The Kennedy Memorial at Runnymede Type Type: Historic Site Windsor Set in a symbolic acre of land donated to the United States of America by Queen Elizabeth II in 1965, this seven tonne block of Portland stone commemorates the life of President John F Kennedy following his tragic assassination. The Kennedy Memorial at Runnymede Set in a symbolic acre of land donated to the United States of America by Queen Elizabeth II in 1965, this seven tonne block of Portland stone commemorates the life of President John F Kennedy following his tragic assassination. Lambourn Type Type: Towns & Villages Lambourn is located in Berkshire near the source of the river Lambourn on the beautiful chalk downlands of England. Towns & Villages Lambourn is located in Berkshire near the source of the river Lambourn on the beautiful chalk downlands of England. Old Windsor Type Type: Towns & Villages Old Windsor was the oldest Saxon town in Berkshire and the seat of Edward the Confessor. It continued in importance up until about 1100 when it was gradually overshadowed by the building of Windsor Castle two miles upstream. Towns & Villages Old Windsor was the oldest Saxon town in Berkshire and the seat of Edward the Confessor. It continued in importance up until about 1100 when it was gradually overshadowed by the building of Windsor Castle two miles upstream. Waltham St Lawrence Type Type: Towns & Villages One of the most westerly parishes in the borough, Waltham St Lawrence includes the hamlets of West End and Shurlock Row and contains many fine examples of domestic architecture. The village is centred on its cattle pound, around which are many… Waltham St Lawrence Towns & Villages One of the most westerly parishes in the borough, Waltham St Lawrence includes the hamlets of West End and Shurlock Row and contains many fine examples of domestic architecture. The village is centred on its cattle pound, around which are many… John Lewis Reading Type Type: Department Store Reading John Lewis Reading offers six floors of the best in fashion, beauty, home, giftware, technology (including Apple products) and electrical items. Pop in and ask a Partner about our upcoming workshops, tasters and classes. John Lewis Reading Department Store John Lewis Reading offers six floors of the best in fashion, beauty, home, giftware, technology (including Apple products) and electrical items. Pop in and ask a Partner about our upcoming workshops, tasters and classes. Maidenhead Heritage Centre Type Type: Museum Maidenhead Fly a Spitfire simulator at this local museum which covers local history from the Romans to Racing Cars! Maidenhead Heritage Centre Fly a Spitfire simulator at this local museum which covers local history from the Romans to Racing Cars! Sandhurst Type Type: Towns & Villages Sandhurst Sandhurst is a small town and civil parish and is in the south eastern corner of Berkshire, within the Borough of Bracknell Forest, situated 33 miles south west of central London. Towns & Villages Sandhurst is a small town and civil parish and is in the south eastern corner of Berkshire, within the Borough of Bracknell Forest, situated 33 miles south west of central London. Holme Grange Craft Village Type Type: Craft Centre Wokingham We offer a wide range of goods and services and a fabulous tea shop in a historic barn opening onto a beautiful enclosed courtyard where you can sit and relax while you enjoy your refreshment. Holme Grange Craft Village We offer a wide range of goods and services and a fabulous tea shop in a historic barn opening onto a beautiful enclosed courtyard where you can sit and relax while you enjoy your refreshment. Crowthorne Type Type: Village Crownthorne Crowthorne is a village and civil parish in the Bracknell Forest district of south-eastern Berkshire. Crowthorne is a village and civil parish in the Bracknell Forest district of south-eastern Berkshire. Windsor Guard March & Changing the Guard Type Type: Sightseeing Windsor The Changing of the Guard is one of the highlights of a visit to Windsor. A band usually accompanies the guard march, although this is subject to weather conditions. Windsor Guard March & Changing the Guard The Changing of the Guard is one of the highlights of a visit to Windsor. A band usually accompanies the guard march, although this is subject to weather conditions. Windsor Leisure Centre Type Type: Leisure / Swimming Pool Windsor On the banks of the River Thames, under the shadow of Windsor Castle, this prestigious facility has been serving the local community for over 35 years. More than just a leisure centre, Windsor Leisure Centre is a place where the community comes… Windsor Leisure Centre Leisure / Swimming Pool On the banks of the River Thames, under the shadow of Windsor Castle, this prestigious facility has been serving the local community for over 35 years. More than just a leisure centre, Windsor Leisure Centre is a place where the community comes… Coral Reef Bracknell's Water World Type Type: Adventure Park / Playground Bracknell Find out why this has become one of Berkshire's most popular attractions with with 3 giant water slides, pirate ship, erupting volcano and water rapids. Coral Reef Bracknell's Water World Adventure Park / Playground Find out why this has become one of Berkshire's most popular attractions with with 3 giant water slides, pirate ship, erupting volcano and water rapids. Slough Type Type: Towns & Villages Slough Slough is a town in Berkshire, England, about 20 miles west of central London. Towns & Villages Slough is a town in Berkshire, England, about 20 miles west of central London. Wokingham Type Type: Towns & Villages Wokingham Wokingham is a market town and civil parish in Berkshire It is about 7 miles east-southeast of Reading and 4 miles west of Bracknell. Towns & Villages Wokingham is a market town and civil parish in Berkshire It is about 7 miles east-southeast of Reading and 4 miles west of Bracknell. 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