What to do and see in Berkshire, England: The Best Things to do Good for Big Groups

March 30, 2022 Harland Bartelt

Discover the best top things to do in Berkshire, United Kingdom including St. George's Chapel, Windsor & Eton Brewery, Wokingham Theatre, Windsor Castle, Windsor Great Park, Basildon Park, Ascot Racecourse, The Look Out Discovery Centre, The Museum of English Rural Life, Silchester Roman City Walls and Amphitheatre.
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1. St. George's Chapel

Castle Hill, Windsor England +44 20 7766 7304 http://www.stgeorges-windsor.org/
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5.0 based on 2,699 reviews

St. George's Chapel

Reviewed By sideboards

Inside the chapel you’ll find 10 different kings buried, beautiful ornate wood work commissioned by Henry V111 for Catherine of Aragon, and the stunning stained glass windows of this amazing church, inside is the final resting place of the queen mother and princess Margret along with princess Charlotte. This is a working church so you can listen to choirs and join the congregation for prayer.

2. Windsor & Eton Brewery

1 Vansittart Estate, Windsor SL4 1SE England +44 1753 854075 [email protected] http://webrew.co.uk/
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5.0 based on 468 reviews

Windsor & Eton Brewery

A small, but growing craft brewery based in the heart of Windsor. Our mission - through our WeBrew and Uprising brands, to make Windsor more famous for its beers than any other attraction! We run two different public tours - Duke Street Experience every Saturday (£12.50) and Brew Masters Tour every third Wednesday eve in the month (£30) Duke Street Experience: A fun and informative tour on how beer is made – raw materials, process and packaging with a large focus on what makes Windsor and Eton Brewery unique (45 minutes) Brew Masters Tour: A brewery tour for the true beer connoisseur! Join one of the brewery directors for a full guide on the history of British breweries and how our business was founded and has developed. It includes a full insight into the raw materials used to make beer, how they are used during the brewing process and a full tour of the brewery itself (2 hours) The brewery also has a shop and on-site bar with full viewing windows looking into the brewhouse.

Reviewed By randmwelfare - Bracknell, United Kingdom

Brought vouchers for a Christmas Present for my husband and son.They Enjoyed the brewery tour and the sampling of the beers they came home very merry,Willy is amazing host,felt very safe with social distancing each group sitting on different tables.Good value for money and a shop for purchase supplies to bring home,Will be back next year for another visit.

3. Wokingham Theatre

Twyford Road, Wokingham RG40 5TU England +44 118 989 0395 [email protected] http://wokinghamtheatre.org.uk
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5.0 based on 11 reviews

Wokingham Theatre

Wokingham Theatre is a thriving amateur repertory group presenting 8 major productions a year alongside Youth Theatre productions, short runs of less well known plays, evenings of new writing, and a wide range of theatrical skills training. We also make our auditorium available to others for work as varied as hair-dressing training and Brass Band performance. The group was founded in 1947, is a registered charity and our purpose has always been to promote the enjoyment of theatre in Wokingham. The theatre is staffed entirely by volunteers who give their time and skills to support all aspects of our operation. The theatre is managed by a volunteer Board of Directors elected from the membership by democratic vote each year.

4. Windsor Castle

Castle Hill, Windsor SL4 1PD England +44 (0) 303 123 7324 [email protected] https://www.royalcollection.org.uk/visit/windsorcastle
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4.5 based on 13,258 reviews

Windsor Castle

Windsor Castle is the oldest and largest occupied castle in the world and offers an extraordinarily rich and varied day out. Throughout its history, the Castle has been redecorated, enlarged and rebuilt. Today The Queen spends most of her private weekends at the Castle, which is also used regularly for ceremonial and State occasions.

Reviewed By 595KathyB595 - Waltham, United States

The town of Windsor, located and easy 20 miles west of London, is a beautiful and must see destination for any trip to England. An easy train ride from London that is very affordable if you have an Oyster card and London Pass. You will want to spend some time visiting the historic castle and St. Georges cathedral that is NOT open for visitors on Sundays. The town itself is a true gem with lots of shops and places to get some lunch. Very friendly people and pretty accessible (except for in the Castle). it is a day well spent

5. Windsor Great Park

Windsor Great Park The Crown Estate Office, Windsor SL4 2HT England +44 1753 860222 [email protected] http://www.windsorgreatpark.co.uk
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4.5 based on 1,579 reviews

Windsor Great Park

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.

6. Basildon Park

Lower Basildon, Reading RG8 9NR England +44 118 976 7360 [email protected] http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/basildon-park/
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4.5 based on 1,184 reviews

Basildon Park

An 18th-century house, a 1950s homeThis is a story of grandeur created, dissolved and resurrected - not once, but twice.Basildon Park is an impressive Georgian mansion, surrounded by glorious parkland, which was lovingly rescued from ruin by Lord and Lady Iliffe in the mid 1950s. The house you see today is a re-creation and restoration of the 18th-century mansion. They restored the elegant interior and scoured the country salvaging 18th-century architectural fixtures and fittings. They filled their comfortable new home with fine paintings, fabrics and furniture, which can still be enjoyed by visitors today.

Reviewed By JohnHodderHobbit - Clitheroe, United Kingdom

Very beautiful house that original and several prosperous, successive owners never fulfilled to its potential as a dynastic home. WW2 offered limited available accommodation to HQ elements (intriguingly claimed for both the US 82nd and 101st Airborne Divisions) prior to their sacrifice in !944. Their basic operations office with a new A/V display is functional, but emotional in context to those who left here to fight. The NT has furnished rooms with appropriate furnishings and displays although the original treasures are long gone. The house volunteer staff are some of the most friendly and informative you could ever hope to meet. Big kitchen and still used for cookery classes in traditional catering menus. Lovely surrounding flower gardens although much now to lawn. Approach to the House is from the public car park via a Yew Tree walk with wooden statuary and a play site for little persons. Particular worthy of mention are the delicious cakes and excellent coffee/tea available in the tea room inside ( jungle animal murals by Riddle ) or sit in outside court in fine weather.

7. Ascot Racecourse

Ascot Racecourse High Street, Ascot SL5 7HJ England +44 844 346 3000 https://www.windsor.gov.uk/things-to-do/ascot-racecourse-p61473
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4.5 based on 993 reviews

Ascot Racecourse

Reviewed By GrahamC52 - Ascot, United Kingdom

I am very lucky, to live within walking distance, lived in Ascot for over 32 years, but only discovered the internal tarmac track within Ascot race track - The Heath - only 2 years ago for walking the dogs. The circuit is 1.2 miles approx and with a little incline to make you work a little (cardio) and takes about 25 - 40 mins, depending on pace. Social distancing observed obviously. Recommended, lots of sky to take in and It gives you a mindful lift, in normal times coffee shops, eateries and bakers in High Street. Entrance through Ascot High Street and Winkfield Rd by Walkway tunnels under the grass track.

8. The Look Out Discovery Centre

Nine Mile Ride, Bracknell RG12 7QW England +44 1344 354400 [email protected] http://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/lookout
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4.5 based on 535 reviews

The Look Out Discovery Centre

We are a hands-on science and discovery centre aimed at primary school aged children with over 90 activities to entertain. We have an amazing outdoor play area which includes an all-access section. With a picnic area and coffee shop, you can stay all day.

Reviewed By themugtree - East Grinstead, United Kingdom

This place is AMAZING! Having stayed overnight locally, visiting legoland the day before, we were looking for something fun and interesting for our 3 year old before we went home and this did not disappoint! The centre is absolutely brilliant for toddlers and children, with so much to do, see, learn and watch. There were 100 activities and exhibits and only 1 out of use, including a huge water play area, giant building section with bricks and ride on dumper trucks, puzzles and experiments into forces, colours, the body, flight and so much more. There's a viewing tower you can climb the 88 steps. Great cafe, nice little gift shop and huge adventure playground outside. Hours and hours of fun were had, we didn't leave until they closed and our son had the best time. The centre is run by lovely, friendly staff and it is clean, well organised and incredibly well maintained. We've been to a few similar places which have lots of exhibits out if action and they're all a bit run down, but not this one! I highly, highly recommend this for an entire day out for all ages. There's woodland walks and a go ape on the same site and a large car park with very reasonable rates. Highly recommend!! We're already planning our next trip back!

9. The Museum of English Rural Life

6 Redlands Road University of Reading, Reading RG1 5EX England +44 118 378 8660 [email protected] http://merl.reading.ac.uk/
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4.5 based on 167 reviews

The Museum of English Rural Life

The Museum of English Rural Life is one of the best things to do in Reading. Whether on your own or with friends and family, discover our new immersive galleries, research our collections, refresh in our café and relax in our garden. Admission is free. The museum houses the most comprehensive national collection of objects, books and archives relating to the history of food, farming and the countryside. The museum galleries and garden were recently redeveloped thanks to Heritage Lottery funding.

Reviewed By ian19542016 - Reading, United Kingdom

A museum that is interesting, informative and educational, suitable for all age groups and best of all admission is free. The story of English rural life is told through a wide range of exhibits from horse drawn wagons large and small, early steam and petrol vehicles agricultural impliments, and items used by country folk in everyday life. For younger visitors there are a number of excellent interactive exhibits. Those of a certain age will recall childhood countryside days out and holidays. The only downside is that parking is very limited so best travel by public transport.

10. Silchester Roman City Walls and Amphitheatre

Wall Lane, Reading RG7 2HP England 1234 http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/silchester-roman-city-walls-and-amphitheatre/?utm_source=Trip%20Advisor&utm_campaign=Local%20Listings&utm_medium=Trip%20Advisor%20Profiles&utm_content=silchester%20roman%20city
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4.5 based on 316 reviews

Silchester Roman City Walls and Amphitheatre

Reviewed By rogergardiner - Basingstoke, United Kingdom

Not for wet weather but on a sunny day the circuit of the wall is well worth doing. Handy parking. Take in the 12th Century Church and the amphitheatre. Lovely countryside views. Drinks and food at the Calleva in Silchester.

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