Walk a Mile in Our Shoes
2024-06-19 12:00 - 13:30 (Europe/London) | Forbury Gardens, The Forbury, Reading, RG1 3EJ, United Kingdom
Wednesday 19 June
12 noon – 1.30pm
Forbury Gardens, The Forbury, Reading RG1 3EJ

Celebrate Learning Disability Week
Join our 1-mile sponsored walk
Wear your brightest, wackiest shoes and make everyone smile
Bring a picnic
Meet our patron Sir John Madejski
Everyone welcome – we’d love to see you there.

£5 entry fee per person. Carers and Reading Mencap members free.
Sign up at https://forms.office.com/e/2xKpJpWha9

Your guide to Walk a Mile in Our Shoes
We can’t wait to see you there – and to see what shoes you are wearing! Get creative and wear your brightest, most colourful, wackiest shoes to make everyone smile.
How to get to Forbury Gardens
Forbury Gardens are located between the town centre and the ruins of the 11th century abbey, not far from Reading Station.
Parking is limited so please use public transport if possible.
There are limited disabled parking spots at The Forbury opposite Reading Crown Court.
The nearest public car park is Queens Road.
When you arrive
Please aim to arrive between 11.45 and 11.55am for registration, which will be at the Reading Mencap gazebo.
Timings
12.00 Welcome and warm up at the bandstand with Jolene.
12.10 The walk will start!
1.15 Medals and certificates will be presented.
Refreshments
Please bring a full, refillable water bottle.
You are very welcome to bring a picnic and camp chairs. You will be able to leave belongings in the Reading Mencap gazebo (please make sure they are named). Please remember to take all your litter home with you. The Butterfly Community Cafe, a mobile catering van which teaches life skills to young people with learning disabilities, will be in the gardens selling snacks and drinks. There is also an onsite cafe in Forbury Gardens.
Toilets
There is an accessible toilet in Forbury Gardens by the cafe. There will also be two portable toilets onsite, one of which is also accessible.
Further accessible toilets are available in Reading Museum, Blagrave Street RG1 1QH.
What to wear
Don’t forget to wear colourful – but comfortable – shoes and dress for the weather. Hopefully, you’ll need sun cream!
Thank you for supporting Reading Mencap. Have fun!

Jungle-themed disco
2024-06-27 19:30 - 21:30 | 21 Alexandra Road, Reading, RG1 5PE
We’ll be going wild with our June jungle-themed disco for adults with a learning disability. There will also be lights, action and great music. Everyone’s welcome to request their favourite songs and join in with the karaoke.
Price is £3. Refreshments included.
If you would like more information, or to attend the disco, please call 0118 966 2518 or email office@readingmencap.org.uk.

Gateway Club
2024-07-09 19:15 - 21:15 | 21 Alexandra Road, Reading, RG1 5PE, United Kingdom
Gateway Club will be meeting in Palmer Park for games this session.
Gateway Club is a friendly, lively social club for adults with a learning disability. It meets on a Tuesday evening and gives members the chance to try new activities in a friendly, supportive environment.
Activities are chosen by the people who attend Gateway Club. Indoor activities, which take place at our centre in Alexandra Road, Reading include cooking, art and crafts, watching movies and indoor sports – playing pool is a favourite.
The club also gets out and about and enjoys trips to the pub, bowling and rounders in the park. When funding allows there are special events, such as a trip down the Thames, a summer BBQ and Christmas party.
Gateway Club meets on a Tuesday evening from 7.15pm – 9.15pm. The cost is £3 per session.
If you would like more information or to attend Gateway Club, please call 0118 966 2518 or email office@readingmencap.org.uk.

Katakanuing for Gateway Club
2024-07-16 19:15 - 21:15 | 21 Alexandra Road, Reading, RG1 5PE, United Kingdom
Members of Gateway Club will be katakanuing this session.
Gateway Club is a friendly, lively social club for adults with a learning disability. It meets on a Tuesday evening and gives members the chance to try new activities in a friendly, supportive environment.
Activities are chosen by the people who attend Gateway Club. Indoor activities, which take place at our centre in Alexandra Road, Reading include cooking, art and crafts, watching movies and indoor sports – playing pool is a favourite.
The club also gets out and about and enjoys trips to the pub, bowling and rounders in the park. When funding allows there are special events, such as a trip down the Thames, a summer BBQ and Christmas party.
Gateway Club meets on a Tuesday evening from 7.15pm – 9.15pm. The cost is £3 per session.
If you would like more information or to attend Gateway Club, please call 0118 966 2518 or email office@readingmencap.org.uk.

End of term for Gateway Club
2024-07-23 07:15 - 21:15 | 21 Alexandra Road, Reading, RG1 5PE, United Kingdom
Members of Gateway Club will enjoy an end of term summer get-together.
Gateway Club is a friendly, lively social club for adults with a learning disability. It meets on a Tuesday evening and gives members the chance to try new activities in a friendly, supportive environment.
Activities are chosen by the people who attend Gateway Club. Indoor activities, which take place at our centre in Alexandra Road, Reading include cooking, art and crafts, watching movies and indoor sports – playing pool is a favourite.
The club also gets out and about and enjoys trips to the pub, bowling and rounders in the park. When funding allows there are special events, such as a trip down the Thames, a summer BBQ and Christmas party.
Gateway Club meets on a Tuesday evening from 7.15pm – 9.15pm. The cost is £3 per session.
If you would like more information or to attend Gateway Club, please call 0118 966 2518 or email office@readingmencap.org.uk.
Gateway Club will be back on Tuesday 10 September for planning and games.

Neon theme for July disco
2024-07-25 19:30 - 21:30 | 21 Alexandra Road, Reading, RG1 5PE, United Kingdom
July’s disco has a neon theme!
There’s lights, action and great music. We’d love you to dress up, request your favourite songs and join in with the karaoke.
Price is £3. Refreshments included.
If you would like more information, or to attend the disco, please call 0118 966 2518 or email office@readingmencap.org.uk.

New! Carers Get Together
2024-09-19 10:00 - 12:30 | Abbey Baptist Church, Abbey Square, Reading, RG1 3BE, United Kingdom
Pop along for a cuppa and a chat at a new monthly get together for carers.
Starting on Thursday 19 September, the new group will meet at the Abbey Baptist Church, Abbey Square, Reading RG1 3BE from 10am – 12.30pm.

Meet other people in similar circumstances
Get high quality information and advice
Friendly, safe environment to talk openly

Meetings will be held on the 3rd Thursday of each month.
All carers – not just learning disability – welcome.

Space grooves for September disco
2024-09-26 19:30 - 21:30 | 21 Alexandra Road, Reading, RG1 5PE, United Kingdom
It’s a space-themed dance party for September’s disco for adults with learning disabilities.
What to expect:

A friendly and supportive atmosphere
Great music (requests welcome!)
Disco lights and fun decorations
Plenty of space to move ✨
Refreshments available
Join in with the karaoke

Price is £3.
If you would like more information, or to attend the disco, please call 0118 966 2518 or email office@readingmencap.org.uk.

Gateway Club
2024-10-15 19:15 - 21:15 | 21 Alexandra Road, Reading, RG1 5PE, United Kingdom
It’s Karaoke at tonight’s Gateway Club, a friendly, lively social club for adults with a learning disability. It meets on a Tuesday evening and gives members the chance to try new activities in a friendly, supportive environment.
Activities are chosen by the people who attend Gateway Club. Indoor activities, which take place at our centre in Alexandra Road, Reading include cooking, art and crafts, watching movies and indoor sports – playing pool is a favourite.
Gateway Club meets on a Tuesday evening from 7.15pm – 9.15pm. The cost is £3 per session.
If you would like more information or to attend Gateway Club, please call 0118 966 2518 or email office@readingmencap.org.uk.

Get Together for Carers
2024-10-17 10:00 - 12:30 | Abbey Baptist Church, Abbey Square, Reading, RG1 3BE, United Kingdom
Pop along for a cuppa and a chat at a new monthly get together for carers.

Meet other people in similar circumstances
Get high quality information and advice
Friendly, safe environment to talk openly

Subsequent meetings are 21 November and 19 December.
All carers – not just learning disability – are welcome. Simply drop in. Refreshments provided. Abbey Baptist Church is behind Reading Central Library.

Gateway Club
2024-10-22 19:15 - 21:15 | 21 Alexandra Road, Reading, RG1 5PE, United Kingdom
It’s Halloween Craft at tonight’s Gateway Club, a friendly, lively social club for adults with a learning disability. It meets on a Tuesday evening and gives members the chance to try new activities in a friendly, supportive environment.
Activities are chosen by the people who attend Gateway Club. Indoor activities, which take place at our centre in Alexandra Road, Reading include cooking, art and crafts, watching movies and indoor sports – playing pool is a favourite.
Gateway Club meets on a Tuesday evening from 7.15pm – 9.15pm. The cost is £3 per session.
If you would like more information or to attend Gateway Club, please call 0118 966 2518 or email office@readingmencap.org.uk.

Halloween Party for Gateway Club
2024-10-29 19:15 - 21:15 | 21 Alexandra Road, Reading, RG1 5PE, United Kingdom
It’s Gateway Club’s Halloween party tonight.
Gateway Club is a friendly, lively social club for adults with a learning disability. It meets on a Tuesday evening and gives members the chance to try new activities in a friendly, supportive environment.
Activities are chosen by the people who attend Gateway Club. Indoor activities, which take place at our centre in Alexandra Road, Reading include cooking, art and crafts, watching movies and indoor sports – playing pool is a favourite.
Gateway Club meets on a Tuesday evening from 7.15pm – 9.15pm. The cost is £3 per session.
If you would like more information or to attend Gateway Club, please call 0118 966 2518 or email office@readingmencap.org.uk.

It's the Halloween disco
2024-10-31 19:30 - 21:30 | 21 Alexandra Road, Reading, RG1 5PE, United Kingdom
There will be a spooky theme for October’s disco for adults with learning disabilities.
What to expect:

A friendly and supportive atmosphere
Great music (requests welcome!)
Disco lights and fun decorations
Plenty of space to move ✨
Refreshments available
Join in with the karaoke

Price is £3.
If you would like more information, or to attend the disco, please call 0118 966 2518 or email office@readingmencap.org.uk.

Pub visit for Gateway Club
2024-11-19 19:15 - 21:15 | 21 Alexandra Road, Reading, RG1 5PE, United Kingdom
Members of Gateway Club will be visiting the pub this session.
Gateway Club is a friendly, lively social club for adults with a learning disability. It meets on a Tuesday evening and gives members the chance to try new activities in a friendly, supportive environment.
Activities are chosen by the people who attend Gateway Club. Indoor activities, which take place at our centre in Alexandra Road, Reading include cooking, art and crafts, watching movies and indoor sports – playing pool is a favourite.
The club also gets out and about and enjoys trips to the pub, bowling and rounders in the park. When funding allows there are special events, such as a trip down the Thames, a summer BBQ and Christmas party.
Gateway Club meets on a Tuesday evening from 7.15pm – 9.15pm. The cost is £3 per session.
If you would like more information or to attend Gateway Club, please call 0118 966 2518 or email office@readingmencap.org.uk.

Planning Ahead talk for Carers
2024-11-21 10:00 - 12:30 | Abbey Baptist Church, Abbey Square, Reading, RG1 3BE, United Kingdom
As a carer, it can be a worry to think about how your loved one will cope when you are no longer around.
At this free talk, an expert speaker from Silvertime Legal will explain how you can protect your loved one’s financial future – giving you peace of mind.
Learn about Wills, Power of Attorney, long-term care and Inheritance Tax. There will also be an opportunity to ask questions.
Abbey Baptist Church is in Abbey Square, behind Reading Central Library.
All carers welcome. Please book your free place by contacting Lesley on 0118 966 2518 or email carers@readingmencap.org.uk

Pizza making for Gateway Club
2024-11-26 19:15 - 21:15 | 21 Alexandra Road, Reading, RG1 5PE, United Kingdom
Members of Gateway Club will be making pizza this session.
Gateway Club is a friendly, lively social club for adults with a learning disability. It meets on a Tuesday evening and gives members the chance to try new activities in a friendly, supportive environment.
Activities are chosen by the people who attend Gateway Club. Indoor activities, which take place at our centre in Alexandra Road, Reading include cooking, art and crafts, watching movies and indoor sports – playing pool is a favourite.
The club also gets out and about and enjoys trips to the pub, bowling and rounders in the park. When funding allows there are special events, such as a trip down the Thames, a summer BBQ and Christmas party.
Gateway Club meets on a Tuesday evening from 7.15pm – 9.15pm. The cost is £3 per session.
If you would like more information or to attend Gateway Club, please call 0118 966 2518 or email office@readingmencap.org.uk.

Red disco
2024-11-28 19:30 - 21:30 | 21 Alexandra Road, Reading, RG1 5PE, United Kingdom
Red is the theme for September’s disco for adults with learning disabilities.
What to expect:

A friendly and supportive atmosphere
Join in with the karaoke
Great music (requests welcome!)
Disco lights and fun decorations
Plenty of space to move ✨
Refreshments available

Price is £3.
If you would like more information, or to attend the disco, please call 0118 966 2518 or email office@readingmencap.org.uk.

Gateway Club
2024-12-03 19:15 - 21:15 | 21 Alexandra Road, Reading, RG1 5PE, United Kingdom
Christmas crafts are on the agenda for tonight’s Gateway Club, which is a friendly, lively social club for adults with a learning disability. It meets on a Tuesday evening and gives members the chance to try new activities in a friendly, supportive environment.
Activities are chosen by the people who attend Gateway Club.
Gateway Club meets on a Tuesday evening from 7.15pm – 9.15pm. The cost is £3 per session.
If you would like more information or to attend Gateway Club, please call 0118 966 2518 or email office@readingmencap.org.uk.

Christmas Disco
2024-12-04 07:30 - 22:00 | Earley Home Guard Social Club, Pitts Lane, Earley, Reading, Berkshire, RG6 1BT, United Kingdom
Reading Mencap’s annual Christmas Disco is back for 2024 and we are looking forward to seeing you there!
Standard ticket includes one adult with a learning disability and a carer.
Additional guest tickets can be purchased for £3 each.
You can buy tickets online or pay by cash or cheque (made payable to Reading Mencap). Please call us if you need any help.

Gateway Club
2024-12-10 19:15 - 21:15 | 21 Alexandra Road, Reading, RG1 5PE, United Kingdom
Members of Gateway Club will be enjoying a Christmas movie this session.
Gateway Club is a friendly, lively social club for adults with a learning disability. It meets on a Tuesday evening and gives members the chance to try new activities in a friendly, supportive environment.
Activities are chosen by the people who attend Gateway Club.
Gateway Club meets on a Tuesday evening from 7.15pm – 9.15pm. The cost is £3 per session.
If you would like more information or to attend Gateway Club, please call 0118 966 2518 or email office@readingmencap.org.uk.

Gateway Christmas Party
2024-12-17 19:15 - 21:15 | 21 Alexandra Road, Reading, RG1 5PE, United Kingdom
It’s the end of year Christmas party for Gateway Club!
Gateway Club is a friendly, lively social club for adults with a learning disability. It meets on a Tuesday evening and gives members the chance to try new activities in a friendly, supportive environment.
Activities are chosen by the people who attend Gateway Club.
Gateway Club meets on a Tuesday evening from 7.15pm – 9.15pm. The cost is £3 per session.
Gateway Club will return on 7 January 2025.
If you would like more information or to attend Gateway Club, please call 0118 966 2518 or email office@readingmencap.org.uk.

Carers Get Together
2024-12-19 10:00 - 12:30 | Abbey Baptist Church, Abbey Square, Reading, RG1 3BE, United Kingdom
Pop along for a cuppa and a chat at a new monthly get together for carers.

Meet other people in similar circumstances
Get high quality information and advice
Friendly, safe environment to talk openly

All carers – not just learning disability – are welcome. Simply drop in. Refreshments provided.

Gateway Club
2025-01-21 19:15 - 21:15 | 21 Alexandra Road, Reading, RG1 5PE, United Kingdom
It’s a trip to the pub for this evening!
Gateway Club is a friendly, lively social club for adults with a learning disability. It meets on a Tuesday evening and gives members the chance to try new activities in a friendly, supportive environment.
Activities are chosen by the people who attend Gateway Club. Indoor activities, which take place at our centre in Alexandra Road, Reading include cooking, art and crafts, watching movies and indoor sports – playing pool is a favourite.
The club also gets out and about and enjoys trips to the pub, bowling and rounders in the park. When funding allows there are special events, such as a trip down the Thames, a summer BBQ and Christmas party.
Gateway Club meets on a Tuesday evening from 7.15pm – 9.15pm. The cost is £3 per session.
If you would like more information or to attend Gateway Club, please call 0118 966 2518 or email office@readingmencap.org.uk.

Chinese New Year for Gateway Club
2025-01-28 19:15 - 21:15 | 21 Alexandra Road, Reading, RG1 5PE, United Kingdom
Chinese New Year is being celebrated this evening! Members of Gateway Club will be cooking up some delicious Chinese food.
Gateway Club is a friendly, lively social club for adults with a learning disability. It meets on a Tuesday evening and gives members the chance to try new activities in a friendly, supportive environment.
Activities are chosen by the people who attend Gateway Club. Indoor activities, which take place at our centre in Alexandra Road, Reading include cooking, art and crafts, watching movies and indoor sports – playing pool is a favourite.
The club also gets out and about and enjoys trips to the pub, bowling and rounders in the park. When funding allows there are special events, such as a trip down the Thames, a summer BBQ and Christmas party.
Gateway Club meets on a Tuesday evening from 7.15pm – 9.15pm. The cost is £3 per session.
If you would like more information or to attend Gateway Club, please call 0118 966 2518 or email office@readingmencap.org.uk.

Disco
2025-01-30 19:30 - 21:30 | 21 Alexandra Road, Reading, RG1 5PE, United Kingdom
Our popular monthly discos for adults with a learning disability are held on the last Thursday of each month.
There’s lights, action and great music. We’d love you to dress up, request your favourite songs and join in with the karaoke.
Price is £3. Light refreshments included.
Want to come? Call 0118 966 2518 or email clubsmanager@readingmencap.org.uk.

Bowling for Gateway Club
2025-02-04 19:15 - 21:15 | 21 Alexandra Road, Reading, RG1 5PE, United Kingdom
Members of Gateway Club are going bowling this evening.
Gateway Club is a friendly, lively social club for adults with a learning disability. It meets on a Tuesday evening and gives members the chance to try new activities in a friendly, supportive environment.
Activities are chosen by the people who attend Gateway Club. Indoor activities, which take place at our centre in Alexandra Road, Reading include cooking, art and crafts, watching movies and indoor sports – playing pool is a favourite.
The club also gets out and about and enjoys trips to the pub, bowling and rounders in the park. When funding allows there are special events, such as a trip down the Thames, a summer BBQ and Christmas party.
Gateway Club meets on a Tuesday evening from 7.15pm – 9.15pm. The cost is £3 per session.
If you would like more information or to attend Gateway Club, please call 0118 966 2518 or email office@readingmencap.org.uk.

Valentine's theme for Gateway Club
2025-02-11 19:15 - 21:15 | 21 Alexandra Road, Reading, RG1 5PE, United Kingdom
Love will be in the air when members of Gateway Club make Valentine’s Day cards.
Gateway Club is a friendly, lively social club for adults with a learning disability. It meets on a Tuesday evening and gives members the chance to try new activities in a friendly, supportive environment.
Activities are chosen by the people who attend Gateway Club. Indoor activities, which take place at our centre in Alexandra Road, Reading include cooking, art and crafts, watching movies and indoor sports – playing pool is a favourite.
The club also gets out and about and enjoys trips to the pub, bowling and rounders in the park. When funding allows there are special events, such as a trip down the Thames, a summer BBQ and Christmas party.
Gateway Club meets on a Tuesday evening from 7.15pm – 9.15pm. The cost is £3 per session.
If you would like more information or to attend Gateway Club, please call 0118 966 2518 or email office@readingmencap.org.uk.

Movie night for Gateway Club
2025-02-18 19:15 - 21:15 | 21 Alexandra Road, Reading, RG1 5PE, United Kingdom
It’s a fish and chip supper and a movie this evening for members of Gateway Club.
Gateway Club is a friendly, lively social club for adults with a learning disability. It meets on a Tuesday evening and gives members the chance to try new activities in a friendly, supportive environment.
Activities are chosen by the people who attend Gateway Club. Indoor activities, which take place at our centre in Alexandra Road, Reading include cooking, art and crafts, watching movies and indoor sports – playing pool is a favourite.
The club also gets out and about and enjoys trips to the pub, bowling and rounders in the park. When funding allows there are special events, such as a trip down the Thames, a summer BBQ and Christmas party.
Gateway Club meets on a Tuesday evening from 7.15pm – 9.15pm. The cost is £3 per session.
If you would like more information or to attend Gateway Club, please call 0118 966 2518 or email office@readingmencap.org.uk.

Carers Get Together
2025-02-20 10:30 - 12:30 | Atrium Coffee Shop, Greyfriars Church, Friar Street, Reading, RG1 1EH, United Kingdom
Are you looking after someone who cannot manage without your help?
Join the Carers Partnership at one of our monthly get togethers and take some time out for yourself.

Enjoy a cuppa and a chat with people in a similar situation
Get information and advice
Friendly, safe space to talk openly

All carers welcome – not just learning disability. Refreshments are on us!
Get togethers will be held on the 3rd Thursday of the month at the Atrium Coffee Shop, Greyfriars Church, Friar Street, Reading RG1 1EH from 10.30am – 12.30pm.
Next meetings: 20 March, 17 April and 15 May.
No need to book, simply drop in.
Contact: Lesley on 0118 966 2518 or email carers@readingmencap.org.uk

Gateway Club
2025-02-25 19:15 - 21:15 | 21 Alexandra Road, Reading, RG1 5PE, United Kingdom
Members of Gateway Club will be planning their next round of activities this evening.
Gateway Club is a friendly, lively social club for adults with a learning disability. It meets on a Tuesday evening and gives members the chance to try new activities in a friendly, supportive environment.
Activities are chosen by the people who attend Gateway Club. Indoor activities, which take place at our centre in Alexandra Road, Reading include cooking, art and crafts, watching movies and indoor sports – playing pool is a favourite.
The club also gets out and about and enjoys trips to the pub, bowling and rounders in the park. When funding allows there are special events, such as a trip down the Thames, a summer BBQ and Christmas party.
Gateway Club meets on a Tuesday evening from 7.15pm – 9.15pm. The cost is £3 per session.
If you would like more information or to attend Gateway Club, please call 0118 966 2518 or email office@readingmencap.org.uk.
