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Forty Farms
Our 2025 exhibition reveals the highs and lows of farming lives in some of England's most beautiful landscapes.
Find out more »Spring Family Activity Packs
SPRING-INSPIRED THINGS TO DO IN THE MUSEUM, GARDEN & AT HOME Buy one of our packs at the museum Gift Shop for fun activities to do with children during your visit – and afterwards! For age 5+ (£3) Choose from one of 3 Spring Activity Packs: Little Mouse Spring story, Spring finds and crafts Frog […]
Find out more »Half term at The MERL
There's lots for families of all ages to do this May half term at The Museum of English Rural Life. Discover our Spring Family Activity Packs for all ages (from £2 per pack) Have a go at a variety of gallery and garden trails including our woodland brass rubbing trail Free hands-on make-and-take activities Try […]
Find out more »Ongoing
University of Reading MA Fine Art: Spring Exhibition
Explore artworks by MA Fine Art students at the University of Reading, responding to the Museum of English Rural Life collections.
Find out more »NISSEN
Step inside a recreated Nissen hut. Listen to stories from people who lived in or came across these huts, and leave your memories.
Find out more »Tai Chi with Sport in Mind
Run with our partners Sport in Mind, the UK’s leading mental health sports charity, based in Reading. These casual drop-in sessions for adults are designed to support positive mental health through Tai Chi. They are fun and free and delivered at The Museum of English Rural Life every Wednesday at 3.30-4.30pm. This session is open […]
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