Top Things to do in Berkshire
10 Nature & Parks in Berkshire That You Shouldn't Miss
Discover the best top things to do in Berkshire, United Kingdom including Tally Ho Stables, BCA Zoo, Joel Park & Holt Copse, Windsor Great Park, Kennet & Avon Canal, Boulter's Lock and Ray Mill Island, Nature Discovery Centre, Welford Park, Black Park, Caversham Court Gardens.
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1. Tally Ho Stables
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 118 reviews
Reviewed By Mandalou1971 - Reading, United Kingdom
What an absolutely fabulous experience, riding in the Great Park. Beautiful horses, well behaved and matched perfectly to ability, I will definitely be back, highly recommended
2. BCA Zoo
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 125 reviews
Come and visit BCA's fully accredited zoo! You can book a tour of the zoo and reptile house, an up close encounter with one of our animals or even come and work with us as a Zookeeper for the Day! All visits are available during weekends, school holidays and bank holidays and MUST BE BOOKED IN ADVANCE.
Reviewed By SarahH123UK
Great tour of a little zoo with a personal guide who had limitless patience for questions and was clearly passionate about her animals. Highlight was half an hour inside the meerkat enclosure with a dozen of the little creatures clambering all over us. Enjoyed by children (aged 7 and 9) and adults alike. Total duration two hours. Excellent value for money. An unforgettable experience.
3. Joel Park & Holt Copse
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 7 reviews
Reviewed By Stuckart01
I was brought up in Wokingham, aged nearly 5 to just gone 16. I enjoyed the play area then not fenced and enjoyed by all ages, the catkins, the bluebells, the woods…what’s not to like? There weren’t interfering, managing adults, and we wouldn’t have gone there so much had there been. I remember my brother taking me there sledding during the really cold winter of 1947 just after we moved to Wokingham.
4. Windsor Great Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,579 reviews
Welcome to 4800 acres of sweeping parkland, award-winning gardens, ancient woodland and forest trails that are just waiting to be explored.There is something for everyone within Windsor Great Park, at any time of year. Encompassing The Savill Garden, Virginia Water, The Valley Gardens and the Long Walk and Deer Park - the Great Park offers a rich tapestry of experiences to discover, with a Royal history spanning over 1,000 years. You will encounter historical monuments, ancient forests and stunning horticultural displays, as well as rare wildlife, plants and fungi - so whatever your interest, there will be something to excite and amaze you.
Reviewed By japplet0n - Warrington, United Kingdom
The Long Walk is exactly what it says it is and from the Castle gates to the Horse Monument and back again is a total of 5.2 Miles, every each of it is well worth the effort and walk - wear comfy shoes, definitely dont miss doing this.
5. Kennet & Avon Canal
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 305 reviews
Reviewed By RosyU - Colombo, Sri Lanka
I have had peaceful walks along the canal. It is really nice to have such a view in the town area. very quiet and peaceful.
6. Boulter's Lock and Ray Mill Island
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 349 reviews
Reviewed By 1975sarahb - Bracknell, United Kingdom
Took a trip over with my family, was a lovely place to visit we stood for a while watching the boats in the lock my children were fascinated of how it all works. If you walk down a little further and go over the bridge you will walk into Ray mill Island. Lovely walking area where your see lots of wildlife, and a animal corner of guinea pigs, birds. If you walk down a little further there is a weir. There is a cafe where they serve hot and cold drinks and ice cream etc, there is a small play area for the children, a lovely couple of hours spent.
7. Nature Discovery Centre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 227 reviews
The Nature Discovery Centre is a visitor centre on a nature reserve on the outskirts of Thatcham, Berkshire. This fantastic visitor centre is packed full of interactive wildlife and natural history displays. There is a network of footpaths ranging from small family-friendly walks to longer paths for the more adventurous, and the bird hide offers a perfect opportunity to watch the world go by. We also have a Lakeside Cafe where you can enjoy hot and cold homemade food and drinks looking out over the lake.
Reviewed By Nettie_xo - Berkshire, United Kingdom
I’ve been coming here for a while now, even more so since my son has reached an age where he enjoys walks more than ever. It’s a great place to visit, easy parking available with charity donation parking machines. There is 2 parks, one for younger children and one for older children both of which are great! There is toilets at the entrance of the centre. From the moment you arrive you’re greeted by beautiful scenery and stunning views. There are all sorts of beautiful trees, at this time of year it’s full of daffodils and flowering cherry blossom trees. There are swans and different types of ducks, it’s really beautiful. Perfect picnic areas, perfect for families, couples and dog lovers!
8. Welford Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 203 reviews
The Postcode is incorrect it should read RG20 8HU but when I try to alter it the message comes back that it is not in the correct format for the country which is wrong as at the moment it is showing in exactly the same format but with the wrong code. I have had customers ring me up and ask me to change it. Many thanks for your assistance
Reviewed By G4358LHpeterc - Swindon, United Kingdom
Great experience for snowdrops, best to visit by mid February for best displays? All depends on weather earlier in winter.
9. Black Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 517 reviews
Reviewed By sarahlouallen - London, United Kingdom
Absolutely Brilliant day at Black Park with partner, friends and 11 children. It's always very busy at the weekends and the Half-Term holidays, but I think that adds to the excitement for the children. Usually we take a picnic to keep costs down but we chose to eat first at the cafe after walking round the lake and feeding the ducks. EVERYBODYS food was amazing. I had a Prawn Jacket potato, That was delicious, but most adults had burgers and said they was amazing! The kids equally loved the kids meals, and the food came out very quickly. As soon as we had eaten, The cafe became VERY busy so is a good option 2 eat first before play. Then onto the adventure park for a few hours which is well equipped with apparatus for children of all ages, then a LOVELY stroll back round the beautiful lake, back to the Car Park. I absolutely LOVE Black Park. The only thing I will say is that the Parking is quite expensive, especially during 'Peak' season, but this trip was just outside of peak so was only £4.50 for 4 hours, but goes alot higher during Peak. Will 100% go back again. It's a thoroughly enjoyable day for adults and Children alike.
10. Caversham Court Gardens
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 128 reviews
Reviewed By A3303XQpaulh - Huddersfield, United Kingdom
Victorian park that has been looked after well. Clàssic clues of its Victorian look huge gates , stone pillars and iron gates. Green metal benches, bandstand, cafe and toilets . Staff friendly and welcoming and knowledgeable and hard working. Play areas , statues and lots of walks.
