Discover what’s on at The Museum of English Rural Life in Reading for families and visitors of all ages, from exhibitions to events and workshops.

Explore the current programme

Welcome to the programme for January to March 2023 (and a little bit beyond), packed full of events and activities inspired by Our Green Stories, a Museums Partnership Reading campaign exploring climate change, sustainability, and biodiversity loss through our collections and local heritage. Find out how we have crafted the programme so that there’s something for everyone. We hope you enjoying discovering what’s coming up and we look forward to welcoming you to The MERL very soon.

Browse a printable version of the What’s On Guide for January to March 2023 or pick up a printed copy from the museum.

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Upcoming Events

  • January 4 - March 29
  • Weds, 3.30-4.30pm
  • Free
  • VIEW

Tai Chi with Sport in Mind

Events and workshops

  • January 5 - March 30
  • Thurs, 1.30-2.30pm
  • Free
  • VIEW

Mums and Babies Yoga with Sport in Mind

Events and workshops

  • January 31 - May 7
  • Museum Opening Hours
  • VIEW

In Conversation with Bill Hooks

Exhibitions

  • February 25 - December 28
  • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm
  • Free
  • VIEW

Our Green Stories Gallery Trail

Our Green Stories

  • March 18 - June 16
  • Museum opening hours
  • £4
  • VIEW

Spring Family Activity Pack

Events and workshops

  • March 26
  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • £7
  • VIEW

NEW: The MERL Green Explorers

Events and workshops

  • March 31
  • 10:00 am - 11:30 am
  • £4
  • VIEW

Friday Fledglings – 31st March

Events and workshops

  • April 1 - April 16
  • Museum opening hours
  • VIEW

EASTER HOLIDAYS AT THE MERL

Events and workshops

  • April 3
  • 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • Free
  • VIEW

Museums, My Way

Events and workshops

  • April 13
  • 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
  • Free
  • VIEW

Life Below Water: Artist-led workshop at The MERL

Events and workshops

  • April 22
  • 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
  • Free
  • VIEW

Earth Day: Invest in Our Planet

Events and workshops

  • May 10
  • 10:30 am - 11:30 am
  • Free
  • VIEW

Reading Walks Festival: Five Ways to Wellbeing Nature Walk

Events and workshops

  • May 12
  • 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
  • Free
  • VIEW

Reading Walks Festival: Mindful Museum Walk

Events and workshops