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The most popular activities for children in Reading are swimming, cricket and football, with 203 local providers.

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Group Swimming Lessons - Stage 7

Places Leisure

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Group Swimming Lessons - Stage 7 at Wokingham Leisure Centre. Schedule: Weekly from 06 October 2026, 18:30 - 19:00. Teacher: Scott W.. Class size: 12 places. Venue: Wokingham Leisure Centre, RG40 2AF. Book online at placesleisurenew.courseprogress.co.uk

swimming
• RG40 2AF• Tuesday 18:30–19:00• 30 minutes• In Person• Ages 8–12

babyballet Bracknell, Wokingham, Windsor and Ascot — Movers

babyballet

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babyballet Movers classes for children aged 3-4 years (independent, without parent). First independent dance class learning ballet technique, coordination and musicality through structured routines, props and creative expression. Develops independence and self-confidence.. Venue: Jocks Lane Park Community Hall (Binfield Road, RG12 2BH). Term: 2026 Autumn term 1 Sept-Oct

ballet
• RG12 2BH• 35 minutes• In Person• Ages 3–4

Water Babies Toddler & Preschool Swimming — Oratory Preparatory School

Water Babies

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Water Babies Toddler & Preschool Swimming classes (Age 2-3, Team Echo). Children build strength and independence in swimming, developing safety awareness, communication skills and confidence as they prepare for key developmental milestones. Maximum 10 children per class. 30-minute weekly lessons. Venue: Great Oaks, Goring Heath, Reading, RG8 7SF. waterbabies.co.uk

swimming
• RG8 7SF• 30 minutes• In Person• Ages 2–3

All Stars Cricket - Newbury Cricket Club

£50.00

ECB All Stars Cricket

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All Stars Cricket provides non-stop fun for all children aged 5-8 years old. The activity and game based programme is suitable for all skill levels, providing your child with the foundations to begin a lifelong love of physical activity and cricket, while making friends in a safe and enjoyable environment. Sessions run on Fridays at 18:30 - 19:30. Course dates: Fri, 15 May - Fri, 3 Jul 2026. Coach: Paul Monger. Contact: paulmonger@live.co.uk, 07481964546.

cricket
• RG14 1RS• Friday 18:30–19:30• In Person• Ages 5–8

3rd Reading - Junior Section

On request

The Boys' Brigade

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The Boys' Brigade Junior Section for ages 8-11. The Boys' Brigade is a Christian youth organisation that helps young people develop skills, confidence and faith through fun activities, sports, and community service.

uniformed-groups
• RG30 1EE• Friday 6.30pm–8.00pm• In Person• Ages 8–11

Little Voices North Hampshire (Hook)

£47.0064.50

ClubHub UK

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Little Voices is one of the UK’s leading performing arts schools – and we see the potential in everyone, not just the talented view. Our LAMDA-based drama and singing lessons are for children and young people aged 4-18 years, and they’ve been designed to grow confidence, build vital life skills, boost mental health, and nurture talent. We deliberately keep our class sizes small, and organise them by children’s friendships, age, and ability. That way, that every child can feel inspired to express

life-skills
• RG27 9HH• Wednesdays and Thursdays 3:30 -8.00• In Person• Ages 4–18

Reading Elite Soccer & Sports | football and sports birthday parties

Restless Kids Directory

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Reading Elite Soccer & Sports | football and sports birthday parties - After School Clubs in Berkshire, RG5 4LY. Our birthday parties are geared up for the birthday boy or girl to have a fantastic time and a day to remember!Led by Glyn Dalfsen, Reading Elite Soccer & Sport...

football
• RG5 4LY• In Person• Ages 0–12

Dancing Eye Syndrome Support Group

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Dewis Cymru (Wales)

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The Dancing Eye Syndrome Support Group was formed in 1988 with the principal aim of providing a link for parents of children with D.E.S. both locally and nationally. The Dancing Eye Syndrome Trust provides support and information to families of children with Dancing Eye Syndrome. The Dancing Eye Syndrome (DES), also known as Opsodonus Myoclonus Syndrome is so called because of the very abnormal eye movements which are almost invariably present in this rare condition. They produce a twice yearly. Phone: 07506 240668. Email: support@dancingeyes.org.uk. Website: http://dancingeyes.org.uk/

dance
• RG30 3QD• In Person

University of Reading HC

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England Hockey

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University Club. Open / Men / Boys, Women / Girls. Ages: Adult, Teen Contact: s.nowell@reading.ac.uk | 0118 378 4111

hockey
• RG6 6UR• In Person• Ages 5–99

Reading Blue Coat School

Free

RAF Air Cadets

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Air Cadets - Cadet life is all about challenge, excitement and adventure. Cadets have many opportunities including UK and overseas camps, leadership courses, air experience flights and pilot training. The focus is always on enjoying yourself while improving your skills.

uniformed-groups
• RG4 6SU• In Person• Ages 12–20

Sundays 3-4pm age 8-9 - Berkshire County Sports - Tennis

£63.00

LTA Youth Tennis

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Junior tennis coaching at Berkshire County Sports - Tennis, Berkshire. Sundays 15:00-16:00. 12 sessions. Sunday, 19th April 2026 to Sunday, 19th July 2026. Levels: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced, Improver. Group size: 8.

tennis
• RG4 6ST• Sunday 15:00–16:00• In Person• Ages 8–9

A Ukids After School Club @ St Martins Rg4

Check a Club

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A Ukids After School Club @ St Martins Rg4 — children's club/activity listed on Check a Club, the UK's premier children's club directory.

visual-arts-design
• RG4 6SS• In Person• Ages 0–16

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Christmas holiday clubs in Reading 2026

Swim School Short Courses - Junior Foundation - Non Swimmer (Over 4yrs )

Better

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Swim School Short Courses - Junior Foundation - Non Swimmer (Over 4yrs ) at Rivermead Leisure Complex and Gym. Schedule: Daily Mon, 26 October 2026 - Fri, 30 October 2026, 08:00 - 08:30. Teacher: Kelly C.. Class size: 8 places. Venue: Rivermead Leisure Complex and Gym, RG1 8EQ. Phone: 0118 901 5000 . Email: rivermead@gll.org. Book online at betterflow.courseprogress.co.uk

swimming
• RG1 8EQ• 30 minutes• In Person• Ages 4+🌞 Holiday

Intensive Swimming Lessons - Stage 1 Crash course

Places Leisure

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Intensive Swimming Lessons - Stage 1 Crash course at Loddon Valley Leisure Centre. Schedule: Daily Mon, 26 October 2026 - Fri, 30 October 2026, 09:00 - 09:30. Teacher: Rebecca D.. Class size: 8 places. Venue: Loddon Valley Leisure Centre, RG6 4GD. Book online at placesleisurenew.courseprogress.co.uk

swimming
• RG6 4GD• 30 minutes• In Person• Ages 4–6🌞 Holiday

Halloween - Spooky biscuits

£25.00

Cook Stars

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Cook Stars cooking class at Easthampstead & Wildridings Community Centre, Rectory Lane, Bracknell, RG12 7BN. Workshops. Mondays at 10:00 AM. 120 minutes. £25.00 per session. All ingredients and equipment provided — take home what you cook.

cookery
• RG12 7BN• Monday 10:00:00• 120 minutes• In Person• Ages 2–17🌞 Holiday

Ultimate Tech Camp – Reading / Brackley / Surbiton (Thames Valley)

£279 for 4-day programme

Ultimate Activity Camps

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4-day holiday tech camp for ages 8–14 by Ultimate Activity Camps, delivered in partnership with Code Created (professional game developers). Covers arcade game making, BBC micro:bit (weather stations, apps, games), TPBots robotics programming (smart car kits with obstacle avoidance and line tracking), Internet of Things, voice recognition, machine learning intro and website design. Intermediate Challenges for experienced coders; brand-new projects for returning students. Mon–Thu 8:30am–5:15pm. E

technology
• RG5 4BE• In Person• Ages 8–14🌞 Holiday

Barracudas Wokingham schoool holiday camp - Summer Camp

Day: £5

Barracudas

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Wokingham (The Holt) has now finished for this year. Wokingham (The Holt) has now finished for this year. Barracudas Activity Camp in Wokingham offers fun activities during the school Easter and summer holidays. This venue at The Holt School, set in beautiful grounds, has outstanding facilities and space indoors and outdoors, meaning we can offer a fantastic range of activities. Standard hours 8.30am-5.30pm, with Early & Late Club options (8am-6pm).

sports
• RG41 1EE• Monday-Friday 08:30–17:30• 9h• Ages 4–14🌞 Holiday

Wellington Riding – Non-Residential Junior Riding Camp (Ages 7–16, Hampshire)

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Wellington Riding

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Wellington Riding: non-residential (day) junior riding camp for ages 7–16 on the Duke of Wellington's Stratfield Saye Estate, Hampshire. 3 hours of riding instruction per day covering flatwork, jumping, forest ride-outs and grooming. Each child adopts their own pony for the week. BHS-approved equestrian centre on the Duke of Wellington's Stratfield Saye Estate, Hampshire. Seven arenas; tack shop; café; clubhouse; 500-acre grounds. Each camper adopts their own pony for the week. All abilities wel

horse-riding
• RG27 0LJ• 1 week• In Person• Ages 7–16🌞 Holiday

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Questions about kids' activities in Reading

How many children's activities are there in Reading?

BusyKids lists 1,528 children's activities in Reading from 203 local providers. The biggest categories are swimming, cricket and football.

What are the most popular kids' activities in Reading?

By number of listings, the most popular activities in Reading are Swimming (596), Cricket (215), Football (125), Performing Arts (101) and Ballet (78).

Are there holiday clubs in Reading?

Yes. There are 18 holiday clubs and camps listed in Reading. The next school break is the Christmas holiday 2026.

Are there activities for toddlers and teenagers in Reading?

Yes. 557 activities in Reading are open to babies and toddlers aged 0–4, and 727 to teenagers aged 12–16.

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