Heathrow Airport 56 min
Berkshire Arms Ph (1 min) Reading Abbey Ruins (28 min.) founded in 1121 the extant ruins of this abbey include gardens a gateway & dormitory for pilgrims. National Trust - Basildon Park (20 min.) restored stately home with a garden and extensive parkland plus a tearoom and gift shop. Bombay Sapphire Distillery (27 min.) gin distillery in a historic red-brick mill with guided tours tastings small cafe & a shop. The Living Rainforest (21 min.) rainforest fauna like birds lizards and monkeys move freely in tropical plant-filled glasshouses. Wellington Country Park (28 min.) trails kids area and mini railway in parkland with a petting barn and crazy golf course. Reading Museum (27 min.) museum on local history and the natural environment also displaying artefacts from round the world. National Trust - The Vyne (22 min.) country house with a stained glass chapel an ornamental lake and a walled kitchen garden. The Nature Discovery Centre (9 min.) in addition to interactive family programs this nature centre features trails & a birding hut. North Wessex Downs Area Of Outstanding Natural Beauty (12 min.) this tranquil hilly countryside is a popular walking destination offering sweeping scenic views. Bucklebury Farm U0026 Deer Safari Park (10 min.) run jump swing go-kart ride on tractors and feed the animals plus a cafe and farm shop. West Berkshire Crematorium (7 min) Midgham (4 min) 4 Kingdoms Adventure Park U0026 Family Farm (10 min.) this sprawling amusement center features over 20 play zones including a zoo & pedal boats. Beale Park (19 min.) 350-acre park with nature trails river cruises and red deer plus a number of rare birds. no dogs. Coach And Horses Ph (5 min) Donnington Castle (20 min.) site of a ruined medieval castle founded in 1386 with the twin-towered gatehouse still standing. Milestones Museum (27 min.) interactive undercover family attraction recreating street scenes with vehicles shops and homes. |