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.
Immerse yourself in the world of butterflies as one of our Rangers guides you through Maidenhead Thicket. Learn about the different species and what management we do to help them flourish.
