Reading Winter Wonderland 2025: Dates, Activities and Tickets

Reading Winter Wonderland returns for the 2025 festive season, offering a magical escape in the heart of the town. Whether you wish to skate, ride, eat or just soak up the atmosphere, there’s something for everyone. The following guide gives key details: when, where, what’s on and how to attend.

Dates, Venue and Entry

Reading Winter Wonderland will run from 11 November 2025 to 7 January 2026. It will be held at Hill’s Meadow car park on George Street. You can enter the festival site for free. However, some attractions require tickets or passes.

What’s On: Reading Winter Wonderland’s Attractions and Rides

You will find many festive features. An ice rink invites skaters of all levels. Santa’s Grotto gives children a chance to meet Santa and receive a gift. A funfair will host over 15 rides.

These include:

• A giant Ferris wheel (the “North Pole Observation Wheel”)
• Penguin bumper cars
• Traditional carousels
• Other funfair rides

Also, lodges will be available to rent. Groups can enjoy the lodges for one hour and fifty minutes. Guests may snuggle on pillows and blankets while relaxing.

You will also find a German bar and abundant festive food. Stalls will sell German sausages, treats and hot drinks. These help you stay warm while exploring.

Reading Winter Wonderland: Tickets, Passes and Pricing

Multiple ticket types are available. Options include single ride tickets, ice-skating sessions or season passes. Day passes also come as a choice.

Ice leading prices start at £12.50 for children’s single sessions. A season pass for the rink may cost around £100. A day pass for rides is about £22. Family tickets or group deals will be available too.

You may also buy Unlimited Ride Wristbands, valid for four hours. For a small extra cost, you can add ice skating to your wristband.

Booking, FAQs and Tips

• You may book online or on the day (subject to availability).
• You should book ahead for Santa’s Grotto or ice skating, because these often sell out.
• You may hire skate aids like seals or penguins (for about £5 per session).
• Rides generally cost between £2 and £5 if not covered by a wristband. 
• The event operates daily from 11 am until 10 pm (excluding Christmas Day).
• Small dogs on a lead may attend; larger dogs are discouraged.
• Wheelchair users may go on the ice rink, though quieter times are better.
• You cannot get refunds on tickets, but you may exchange dates (if available).
• Carers ride free if they accompany the person they care for and show relevant ID.

Reading Winter Wonderland: Parking and Practicalities

On-site pay and display parking is available. To avoid disappointment, try to arrive off-peak or earlier in the evening. Dress warmly. Though the ice rink is covered, the rest of the event is outdoors. Reading Winter Wonderland delivers festive fun for families and friends. Moreover, you can combine ice skating, rides, food and Santa visits. Meanwhile, transitions between attractions remain smooth thanks to clever event layout. Finally, you will leave with memories, photos and festive cheer.

Why Attend and What to Expect

Reading Winter Wonderland delivers festive fun for families and friends. Moreover, you can combine ice skating, rides, food and Santa visits. Meanwhile, transitions between attractions remain smooth thanks to clever event layout. Finally, you will leave with memories, photos and festive cheer.