Wowzers – you went all out to support your local family favourites in the Red Kite Days Awards 2022, with literally thousands of people voting. It was extremely close in many of the categories so a huge congratulations to all the finalists and a big thank you to everyone who supported by nominating and voting.
After checking out the winners, do scroll on down and check out the finalists too . The voting was so close and there are some great places to try for a family day out, clubs & classes, family friendly restaurants and community groups.
Check out the October half term what’s on guide too
Red Kite Days Berkshire Award Winners
Best Museum – Reading Museum
Reading Museum is based in the Victorian Town Hall right in the centre of town. The family-friendly galleries are accessible to all. Explore the museum using free trails, worksheets, picture bingo, and keep an eye out for special events.
Best Animal Attraction – Beale Wildlife Park & Gardens
Beale Wildlife Park & Gardens is an outdoor wildlife park within 40 acres set against the River Thames in Berkshire. A home to an exciting mix of animals and attractions.
Best Indoor Play – Pirates Landing Wokingham
Pirates Landing Wokingham is a pirate Themed Soft Play right in the heart of Wokingham.
Best Outdoor Play – Dinton Pastures
Dinton Pastures is an oasis of woodland, meadow and lakes within easy reach of Reading, Wokingham and Bracknell. Home to a fantastic play park, quality café and and watersports activity centre.
Best for Eating Out – Chai Cocoa
Chai Cocoa is an eco conscious play cafe & community hub in the heart of Maidenhead. With locally sourced seasonal good food, tailored for diverse eating habits and needs.
Best Theatre – Norden Farm Centre for the Arts
Norden Farm Centre for the Arts is a theatre venue in Maidenhead with live events, gallery and cafe bar. School holidays are always packed with a great line up of family friendly live theatre, music and workshops.
Ante/Postnatal – Sweaty Mama Newbury
Sweaty Mama Newbury are Pre and Post Natal Fitness Specialists. With a passion to help women of all fitness levels to enjoy fun and effective workouts in a relaxed and safe environment, they have three different classes.
Best Baby & Toddler Group – Reading Library Rhyme Time
Song and rhyme session for babies, toddlers and their caregivers are held in all branches of Reading libraries. Sessions are FREE, include all kinds of nursery rhymes and songs.
Best Kid’s Activity Class – Bloom Reading North
Bloom Reading North offer interactive, musical & sensory based baby development classes.
Best for Teens – Clip ‘n Climb Reading
Clip ‘n Climb is Reading’s newest indoor climbing centre featuring 24 unique climbing challenges for ages 4+. The centre includes the popular Stairway to Heaven and an eight-metre-tall Vertical Drop Slide.
Best Parties – my glampover
Based in Maidenhead, my glampover are your go to for luxury indoor teepee sleepovers, picnics, dining igloos, wedding kids corners and bell tent parties
Community Support – Baby Bank Windsor & Maidenhead
The Baby Bank provides baby and children’s (0-16) clothes and essential equipment to families in need in Berkshire and surrounding areas.
Red Kite Days Awards Finalists
Museums
- MERL (Museum of English Rural Life)
- Milestones Museum
- West Berkshire Museum
- Whitchurch Silk Mill
Animal Attractions
Indoor Play
- Chai Cocoa
- Lakeside Soft Play
- Sky Tykes Low Ropes (Prospect Park)
- The Jelly Lounge
Outdoor Fun
Eating Out
- Robyn’s Nest (Moss End)
- The Jelly Lounge (Windsor)
- The Palmer Arm’s (Dorney)
- Fernygrove Farm Café (Warfield)
Theatres
Ante/Postnatal
- NCT Reading Sling Library
- ABM Breastfeeding Support Group Windsor and Eton
- Go Figure PT
- Our Baby Club Marlow & Maidenhead
Baby & Toddler Groups
- Hidden Treasures at St Nic’s Church(Newbury)
- South Ascot Baby & Toddler Group
- Thatcham Family Hub
- Victoria Park Family Hub (Newbury)
Kid’s Activity Class
- Berkshire Maestros
- Dance Inspired UK
- Gymfinity Reading
- Hartbeeps Berkshire
- Hawthorne School of Dance
- Moo Music Bracknell
- Music with Mummy Newbury
- Phonics with Robot Reg Bracknell
- Ragtime Theatre School Newbury
Best for Teens
Parties
- Absolutely Laser (Maidenhead)
- Balloonatic
- Fred in the Shed
- Jump In Slough
- My Glampover
Community Support