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Rainy Day Picks This Weekend

11–12 July Near Barkham

Not every listing gets a golden ticket

We check the usual frankly silly number of local websites, then look for events that feel rainy-day friendly: cinemas, theatres, talks, workshops, galleries, concerts, cosy venues, and anything less likely to involve standing in a muddy field making brave weather noises.

Happening Saturday 11 July to Sunday 12 July.
Picked for Barkham, not somewhere halfway across the county.
Only Local Gems and Curated venues make the cut, because standards are still a thing.
Listings with proper descriptions get bumped up the list. Three words and a shrug will not do.

Our 10 picks near Barkham

Through The Decades1

Through The Decades

at The Whitty Theatre

From tiny twirls to show-stopping moves, our “Through the Decades” dance spectacular takes you on a joyful journey through the music and magic of the years! Featuring our amazing dancers aged just 2.5 to 14, this unforgettable show celebrates iconic songs, energetic routines, and the confidence, creativity, and passion of every child on stage

1.7 milesSun 12 Jul
Local gemSee the details→
Community
dance2

NC Dance

at The Whitty Theatre

Through The Decades Sun 12 July 1pm & 5pm From tiny twirls to show-stopping moves, our “Through the Decades” dance spectacular takes you on a joyful journey through the music and magic of the years! Featuring our amazing dancers aged just 2.5 to 14, this unforgettable show celebrates iconic songs, energetic routines, and the confidence, creativity, and passion of every child on stage Tickets | View Poster BOOK HERE

1.7 milesSun 12 Jul
Local gemSee the details→
Dance

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Lighthouse3

Lighthouse

at St Martin's Church

Our primary school aged children meet on Sundays during the 10.45 service for fun, friendship doing all sorts of games, crafts and activities.

7.5 milesSun 12 Jul11:45
Local gemSee the details→
Community
Crafty Church - July 20269

Crafty Church - July 2026

at St Mary's Church

Join us for a morning of messy fun. The session is FREE but please reserve your places so we know how many to cater for. All children must be accompanied by an adult. If child could please bring along a refillable water bottle that would be a great help. Link to book places https://tickets.myiknowchurch.co.uk/gb/NTEzMC0xNQ/t

6.8 milesSat 11 Jul11:00
CuratedSee the details→
Community
history-heritage10

GET TOGETHER SUNDAY - Hymns and History

at Christ the King

GET TOGETHER SUNDAY - Hymns and History. Occurring for 1 hour Venue St. Mary’s RC Church, Sonning Common Address St. Mary’s RC Church, Sonning Common, Peppard Road, Sonning Common. An ecumenical celebration of our faith and fellowship, in St Michael’s Church, at4.30pm, on Sunday, 12 July.

9.6 milesSun 12 Jul17:30
CuratedSee the details→
History & Heritage

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