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Spring Family Activity Packs

March 22 - June 11
The Museum of English Rural Life, The Museum of English Rural Life, Redlands Road
Reading, Berkshire RG1 5EX United Kingdom
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Bunny in the grass

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 […]

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Tai Chi with Sport in Mind

May 1 - September 4
The Museum of English Rural Life, The Museum of English Rural Life, Redlands Road
Reading, Berkshire RG1 5EX United Kingdom
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Free
People taking part in a Tai Chi session in The MERL garden

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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Mums and Babies Yoga with Sport in Mind

May 9 - July 18
The Museum of English Rural Life, The Museum of English Rural Life, Redlands Road
Reading, Berkshire RG1 5EX United Kingdom
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Free
A mum lies next to a baby on a mat as they take part in a Mums and Baby yoga session at The MERL

The Mums and Babies Yoga sessions at The MERL are run with our partners Sport in Mind, the UK’s leading mental health sports charity, based in Reading. The sessions are designed to support positive mental health through yoga and movement for mums and babies under 1 year.   Sessions run every Thursday, during RBC term time, […]

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Museums on Wheels

May 11 - August 31
Free
Museum on Wheels poster

Our rolling programme, Museums on Wheels is bringing The MERL and Reading Museum to events across Reading with a collection-sharing roadshow offering hands-on opportunities and activities. Join us for surprising and inspiring insights into our collections and community connections. In 2024 our museums are rolling to: Upcoming dates Forbury Fiesta Saturday 11 May 2024 in […]

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2:00 pm

An Afternoon at the Museum

May 14 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
The Museum of English Rural Life, The Museum of English Rural Life, Redlands Road
Reading, Berkshire RG1 5EX United Kingdom
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Free
someone playing a board game from the MERL collection with sheep and sheepdog figures

Perfect for anyone wanting a change of scene or the opportunity to socialise with others in the unique environment of The MERL. These drop-in sessions are aimed at adults including care-givers and loved ones, supported by friendly museum staff and volunteers.  In the welcoming environment of the museum there will be various optional activities available […]

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