Jane Austen School Tours from April - September 2025 organised by Reading Museum

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Berkshire is a county full of pageantry and ceremonial events, and this year it is also celebrating its close ties to Jane Austen with a host of new tours, events, and exhibitions. Home to a host of internationally renowned events, including Royal Ascot, Royal Windsor Horse Show, Royal Windsor Flower Show and Reading Festival, you'll find Berkshire's event calendar is full to bursting. 

2025 is the 250th anniversary of the birth of Jane Austen, this world-famous author went to school in Reading, and her old school will be open for a series of tours for the first time. Believed to be the inspiration behind the school in her fourth novel Emma, this is the perfect time to discover more about the 18 months she spent here. 

Go Ape Fun in Swinley Forest, Bracknell

What's on in Berkshire this weekend?

Berkshire is easily accessible for day trips from London and there's plenty of fun activities for kids to do whether it's during the holidays or for a weekend break. You'll also find a host of free events (F) to help you stretch your budget a little further. To find out what's on in Berkshire today or this weekend, use the search box above to narrow down your required date.

Don't miss the Changing of the Guards on the streets of Windsor, or the chance to follow one of the free activity trails at Windsor Castle. Look out for the magnificent Red Deers and hand-crafted adventure playground in Windsor Great Park. Stroll along the Thames Path National Trail, or catch a boat and enjoy some time on the water, watching the iconic sights of this famous Royal Borough go by.

What's on in Berkshire?

Take a look at our featured events in Berkshire to get you started and then scroll to the bottom of the page for lots more events and activities to enjoy.

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  1. Windsor Festival graphic 2025
    Each year the world’s finest musicians, writers,…
    1. 13 Sep 202530 Sep 2025
  2. Maidenhead Festival
    This August, Maidenhead Festival brings you Live…
    1. Reading Pride 2025
      The Love Unites 2025 Reading Pride event and…
      1. 30 Aug 2025

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    1. Martin Turner ex Wishbone Ash

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      Music

      Maidenhead

      Martin Turner and his band return to our stage to celebrate the 55th anniversary of the formation of the original Wishbone Ash.

      Wishbone Ash was formed by West Country musicians Martin Turner and Steve Upton, who arrived in London in 1969 to embark…

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      From:
      3 Oct 2025Open 20:00 - 22:30
    2. Oasiz

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      Music

      Maidenhead

      Oasiz are one of the UK's most authentic tribute bands.

      A point proved in 2023 when a short clip of front man Steve performing as Liam went viral on social media with over half a million views. Many fans were convinced the clip was actually of Liam…

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      From:
      26 Sept 2025Open 20:00 - 22:30
    3. Klezmer Keilidh

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      Dance / Dancing

      Maidenhead

      Enjoy the familiar ceilidh/barn dance format (live music, dance leader, fun) with one essential difference – the music and steps are old-style Jewish, rather than Celtic. 

      Dance leader Ilana Cravitz will take you through the steps for lively…

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      From:
      24 Sept 2025Open 19:30 - 21:30
    4. Shaparak Khorsandi: Scatterbrain

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      Comedy

      Maidenhead

      Having reassessed her life through the prism of an ADHD diagnosis in last year's funny and moving memoir, one of Britain's most beloved and most scatterbrained stand-ups lets you back into her mind (warning: it's cluttered in there).

      Among other…

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      From:
      11 Sept 2025Open 20:00 - 22:00
    5. Jane Austen School Tour

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      Tour

      Reading

      Book now to enjoy an official Abbey Quarter Tour, Reading which includes exclusive access to Jane Austen's school.
      Available from Saturday 5 April 25 until 27th September 2025, explore the heart of Reading with an official Reading Museum tour guide. 

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      From:
      23 Aug 2025
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      30 Aug 2025
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      13 Sept 2025
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      20 Sept 2025
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      26 Sept 2025
    6. Maidenhead Christmas Lights Switch-on & Christmas Market

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      Christmas

      Maidenhead

      Bustling Festive Market with a fabulous selection of stalls, a bar and street food as well as children’s funfair rides. Live entertainment followed by Christmas Lights switch-on and firework display.

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      From:
      22 Nov 2025Open 11:00 -
    7. Eton Christmas Lights Switch-on

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      Christmas

      Windsor

      Celebrate Christmas in Eton with food stalls, funfair rides, music, dancing and all the fun of Christmas! Kicking off at Jubilee Square from 5pm.

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      From:
      13 Nov 2025Open 17:00 -
    8. Summer Recital Series: St John's Piano Trio Farewell Concert

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      Music

      Maidenhead

      Ron Colyer (violin)
      Paul Cox (cello)
      Nigel Wilkinson (piano)

      Haydn Piano Trio in E flat, Hob XV 29
      Brahms Violin Sonata No.1
      Schubert Piano Trio in E flat, D.929

      After a thirty-year career of playing together, covering the entire piano trio…

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      From:
      10 Sept 2025Open 19:30 - 21:30
    9. Shaun the Sheep: Find the Flock - Reading

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      School Holidays

      Reading

      Get ready for a baa-rilliant summer adventure in Reading town centre! Shaun the Sheep is coming to town from 5 July to 31 August and he’s bringing his fleecey friends along for the ride! 

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      From:
      5 July 2025to31 Aug 2025
    10. Brick or Treat at LEGOLAND® Windsor

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      Halloween

      Windsor

      This autumn, the LEGOLAND® Windsor Resort will be transformed into a pumpkin-filled wonderland for what is sure to be the most frightfully fun event of the year perfect for the young, and the young at heart!

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      From:
      4 Oct 2025to1 Nov 2025
    11. Windsor Christmas Lights Switch-on

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      Christmas

      Windsor

      Come see the magical Christmas light switch on in Windsor and join in the celebrations with a Chrismas Lantern Procession.

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      From:
      15 Nov 2025
    12. Marlow Dragon Boat Festival

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      Sporting Events

      Shiplake, Henley On Thames

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      From:
      16 June 2026
    13. Windsor Great Park Illuminated

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      Christmas

      Wick Lane, Englefield Green

      Windsor Great Park Illuminated returns from Friday 14 November to Saturday 3 January with a spectacular new trail through the enchanting woodland. Experience dazzling lights, breathtaking projections, and magical fountain displays that bring the…

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      From:
      14 Nov 2025to3 Jan 2026
    14. The Rymatones

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      Music

      Maidenhead

      The Rymatones are coming to Norden Farm!

       A fantastic classic Rock n Roll band playing songs from Chuck Berry, Elvis Presley, Buddy Holly and more. A night of nostalgia is on the menu and you will not want to miss out.  Plus special guest Adèle…

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      From:
      16 Sept 2025Open 20:00 - 22:00
    15. Ascot Farmers' Market

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      Food

      Ascot

      Ascot Farmers' Market offers a great choice of fresh produce, pies and pastries, dairy products and plants whilst on-site parking means a stress-free shopping experience.

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      14 Sept 2025Open 09:00 - 13:00
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      19 Oct 2025Open 09:00 - 13:00
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      9 Nov 2025Open 09:00 - 13:00
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      21 Dec 2025Open 09:00 - 13:00
    16. Carl Donnelly - Another Round

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      Comedy

      Maidenhead

      Join one of the UK's finest comedians as he brings you up to speed on how he's settling into being a married middle-aged father.

      With recurring stomach ulcers, a bald patch, and an internet search history that now includes anti-leakage boxer shorts…

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      From:
      12 Sept 2025Open 20:00 - 22:00
    17. Christmas Market

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      Christmas

      Sindlesham

      Sindlesham Court Christmas Market is back for 2025, and this one is bigger and better than ever!
      Over 50 stalls
      Cafe, Tombola, free entrance and parking
      Come and shop for a Christmas favourite or that unique gift

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      From:
      29 Nov 2025Open 10:00 - 16:00
    18. Christmas Market

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      Christmas

      Sindlesham

      Sindlesham Court Christmas Market is back for 2025, and this one is bigger and better than ever!
      Over 50 stalls
      Cafe, Tombola, free entrance and parking
      Come and shop for a Christmas favourite or that unique gift

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      From:
      29 Nov 2025Open 10:00 - 16:00
    19. Love & Luxury Romance Package at the Roseate

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      General event

      Reading

      Enjoy a luxurious night away with that special someone. The Roseate Reading is just 25 minutes from London and is the perfect place to relax and get away from the everyday stresses of life.

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      From:
      1 June 2025to1 Oct 2025
    20. Robin Hood

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      Christmas

      Maidenhead

      Presented by Maidenhead Drama Guild in association with Norden Farm.

      Join the legendary Robin Hood and his merry men, as they battle the evil Sheriff of Nottingham and his two idiotic henchmen.

      Will Robin be able to scupper the Sheriff's evil…

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      From:
      16 Dec 2025to21 Dec 2025Open 19:40 - 22:00
      From:
      20 Dec 2025to21 Dec 2025Open 14:00 - 16:00