SUMMER FAMILY EVENTS IN N. HANTS & W. BERKS FOR LITTLE ONES
FAMILY COLOUR RUN
Wherwell Pavillion
2nd August 2025
10:30AM
Get ready for Hampshire Hospitals Charity’s vibrant 5km Colour Run at Harewood Forest! Run or walk through a rainbow of paint, fun, and community spirit. Perfect for all ages and abilities—bring your family and friends to support our local hospitals while making colourful, joy-filled memories together!
Wherwell Pavilion, Long Parish Road SP11 7JN
toddleabout.co.uk/company/hampshire-hospitals-charity
Adult £18, Child £10 plus optional fundraising contributions
FAMILY MINIBEAST TRAIL
Nature Discovery Centre, Thatcham
5th August 2025
10AM - 3PM
Follow the self-led trail and learn more about the minibeast marvels that live here. Complete the trail handout and a craft activity to take home. Take part in one of our sweep netting sessions with a member of our Learning Team where you can get up close with some of our tiny friends.
Muddy Lane, Lower Way , Thatcham RG19 3FU
toddleabout.co.uk/company/the-nature-discovery-centre
£9 per child (Accompanying adults free)
CARFEST
Laverstoke Park Farm
22nd - 24th August 2025
A celebration designed to bring families together. With a dazzling array of entertainment for all ages, ensuring the whole family has the chance to embrace their passion, or discover a new one. And a dedicated KidsFest where little ones can meet their favourite characters, try new activities, play games and have an absolute blast.
Laverstoke Park Farm, Overton RG25 3DR
toddleabout.co.uk/company/carfest
TODDLE ABOUT LIVE!
Sherfield School
13th September 2025
10AM - 3PM
From £89 per adult, Under 5s free
Toddle About Live is a vibrant family event designed for bumps, babies, and toddlers! Enjoy soft play, live demos, expert talks, parent-friendly shopping, crafts, and more. It’s the perfect day out to connect with local families, discover helpful services, and celebrate the joys of early childhood in our community.
South Dr, Sherfield on Loddon, Hook RG27 0HU
www.toddle.fun/LIVE
Free
NEWBURY SHOW
Newbury Showground
20th - 21st September 2025
Newbury Showground
8:30AM - 5PM
The Newbury Show returns in 2025, celebrating farming, food, and rural life! With livestock, local produce, arena displays, crafts, and hands-on fun, it’s a fantastic day out for all ages. Join nearly 30,000 visitors at Newbury Showground for one of the UK’s top county shows—packed with tradition and excitement!
Newbury Showground, Priors Court Road RG18 9QZ
newburyshowground.co.uk/newbury-show-2
Children £5, Adults from £18, under 2s free
VERY HUNGRY CATERPILLAR TRAIL
Hinton Ampner
July - September 2025
10AM - 5PM
Follow The Very Hungry Caterpillar™ Trail at Hinton Ampner and enjoy a magical outdoor adventure! Explore giant food posts, games, and activities as you learn about counting, days of the week, and the butterfly life cycle. Pick up your trail sheet and discover the story come to life!
Hinton Ampner, near Alresford SO24 0LA
www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/hampshire/hinton ampner/events
Free, normal addmission fees apply