Attractions, Things To Do & Days Out in Berkshire

Not only home to Royalty and beautiful landscapes, Berkshire plays host to some of the most popular attractions in South East England.

If you’re looking for exciting attractions, things to do and days out, Berkshire is great for couples and has a fantastic array of exciting destinations, historic properties, quality accommodation and top shopping destinations. The county’s biggest claim to fame is as the home of Windsor Castle, although a large stretch of the River Thames runs through the county too.

Here is a selection of attractions and things to do, perfect for days out in Berkshire.

Windsor

Image of a couple walking in Windsor Great Park with Windsor Castle in the distance

An exciting destination perfect for that next short break away in South East England, Windsor combines over a thousand years of history and heritage - all this just a short journey from the centre of London.

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River Thames

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When you feel like being on the water, a trip on the River Thames is hard to beat. With so many things in the area taking place in or alongside this most famous of rivers, you’ll never be short of ideas for days out along its banks.

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The Oracle

Located on the banks of the River Kennet in the town of Reading, the Oracle Shopping Centre is one of the prime shopping destinations in South East England and offers a fantastic choice of shops, restaurants, cinemas and cafés.

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Basildon Park

A fine 18th century country house situated on the outskirts of the town of Reading, Basildon Park houses a fine collection of paintings, furniture and textiles and was featured in the 2005 film adaptation of Pride and Prejudice.

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Newbury Racecourse

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Home to the famous Hennessy Gold Cup, Newbury Racecourse offers some of the best horseracing in the country. The racecourse is not only a top sporting venue, but also a first class Conference & Events venue too. 

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Highclere Castle

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Highclere Castle is one of the largest mansions in the county and is famous the world over for its connections with the 5th Earl of Carnarvon - the English aristocrat best known as the financier of the excavation of the tomb of the Pharaoh Tutankhamun.

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