There’s plenty of outdoor adventures to be had with our list of 50 things to do before you're 11¾. How many can you complete at Maidenhead and Cookham Commons?
Here's our pick of the 50 things to do and the best places to do them.
Den-building in the woodsNational Trust Images / John Millar
4. Build a den
Head to the woodlands at Maidenhead Thicket , where you’ll find branches galore to build a perfect den. Choose a dry flat spot for the most solid build.
Tick off number 31 on our list once you've been hunting for bugsNational Trust Images/John Millar
31. Hunt for bugs
Pack your magnifying glass and search under rocks and in mud around the commons. Cockmarsh is a good place for dragonfly spotting in summer.
Go birdwatchingNational Trust Images / John Millar
44. Go bird watching
The Commons are a haven for wildlife – keep your eyes peeled and listen carefully. To get a closer look, take your binoculars and don't forget your camera for pictures.
Make a trail with sticksNational Trust Images / Paul Harris
12. Make a trail with sticks
Pick up sticks or fallen leaves and lay a trail for your family to follow. Please don’t pick sticks from living plants or trees though.
Climb a huge hillNational Trust Images/ John Millar
28. Climb a huge hill
Put on your trainers and walk or even run up Winter Hill. Take a moment to admire the views over the Thames Valley when you reach the top.
Make a mud pieNational Trust Images / Naomi Goggin
No.13 make a mud pie
Put on your wellies and find a muddy spot. Stones, leaves and twigs are great for decorating, but remember, a mud pie never tastes as good as it looks.
Make a grass trumpetNational Trust Images / Chris Lacey
25. Make a grass trumpet
Pick a wide blade of grass from the meadows at Cockmarsh to create your very own trumpet. Two hands and a big breath are all you'll need.
Play pooh sticksNational Trust Images / Megan Taylor
19. Play pooh sticks
The Causeway Bridge at Cookham Moor is a great place to play with friends. Don’t forget to mark your stick.
Bring along your kite National Trust Images/David Levenson
7. Fly a kite
With lots of wide open spaces, Pinkney’s Green is the perfect place to fly a kite on a windy day.
