The Museum of English Rural Life, also known as The MERL, is a museum, library and archive dedicated to recording the changing face of farming and …
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Apr 3, 2024
Interesting Museum located in the university with some interactive bits. There is a small shop and cafe, but we enjoyed a picnic in the garden. Best of all entry is completely free but you can make a… Full review by Lucy T
Feb 24, 2024
Brilliant visit whilst staying in Reading. My 7 year old and I really enjoyed the trail where we had to find the toy rats etc. The museum itself was really well laid out and full of really interestin… Full review by popsicorn
Jan 30, 2024
Lots of exhibits which were all well described. Plenty to see. We particularly enjoyed the woodturning exhibit. We were short on time but this museum would certainly fill a half day maybe longer ! Full review by madeline_maddison
Our interactive learning programmes offer . All sessions are linked to and help support the National Curriculum. We also offer the opportunity to visit the museum on a self...