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Thanks for making this season a special one. Wishing you all a Happy New Year!

If you’re looking for a last burst of festive fun there is still availability on the attractions throughout the weekend. Whether you want to skate on the enchanting Ice Age 4 Ice Rink, enjoy a breathtaking experience in The Magical Ice Kingdom, be thrilled by Zippos Christmas Circus and the jaw-dropping Cirque Berserk, or take a romantic ride on the Giant Observation Wheel. Not forgetting over 100 rides and attractions including the charming Santa Land where Santa will greet you in his Grotto.

Winter Wonderland is free to enter so you may just want to come down and soak up the atmosphere. Have a drink in one of the many bars and eateries, watch a live band, and join in the party in the Great Hall at the Bavarian Village.

Do a spot of leisurely shopping, now that Christmas is over, at the Angels and Yuletide markets, full of unique gifts, handmade crafts, jewellery, winter wear and sweets galore!

A Happy New Year to all.

If you haven’t visited yet, or feel the need to fit in another trip before we close for the season, there’s a wealth of fun to be had.

The Ice Age 4 Ice Rink, set around the Victorian band stand in Hyde Park is the largest and most magical open air ice rink in the UK. Our new Magical Ice Kingdom this year has gone down a storm, offering a breath-taking ice & snow sculpture experience. As popular as ever is Zippos Circus, with the Christmas Circus during the daytime, perfect for the little ones, and Cirque Berserk for the evening audience, complete with scary Ringmistress, Grimm-style storyline and the incredible Globe of Death. The Giant Observation Wheel is a must for a spectacular and romantic view 60 metres in the air over Hyde Park. If rides are your thing, there’s over 100 exciting rides & attractions, from traditional carousels and fun houses, to ghost rides, thrill rides and no less than three roller coasters!

If you’re just looking for a relaxing browse around festive markets, you’ve come to the perfect place. We have two market areas – the Angels and Yuletide Markets, over 150 charming wooden chalets offering unique gifts and crafts, jewellery, winter wear and sweets galore.

For the full-on Bavarian experience there’s the Bavarian Village – bars, bands, beer and bratwurst – including the Great Hall for dancing and making merry. Don’t miss the Fire Pit, for rustic revelry around a huge open fire – with fabulous 70s style band performing every evening, plus many more bars, cafes, food stalls and restaurants.

Enjoy the best of the festive winter season at Winter Wonderland.

For the ultimate Christmas outing Winter Wonderland is the place to be. With our glistening Ice Age 4 Ice Rink, magical ice sculpture experience, romantic Wheel, the sensational Zippos Circus and a dazzling array of thrilling rides & attractions it will be Christmas to the max!

For your last minute shopping needs we have not one but two Christmas Markets! The beautiful Angels Christmas Market is joined by the brand new Yuletide Market. Together they feature over 150 wooden chalets, selling a range of handmade crafts and unique gifts, including traditional decorations, ceramics, candles, jewellery, clothing, beauty products and more.

Make a child’s dream come true and feel like a big kid again in Santa Land – a fun-filled adventure full of festively themed children’s rides, games, and food stalls. Visit the enchanting Santa’s Toy Factory, where you can see the industrious elves making gifts ready for the big day! Early mornings are a perfect time to bring the little ones along. We open at 10am so you can enjoy taking toddlers on all the charming kiddie rides before Winter Wonderland gets busy with festive merry-making later.

There are food & drink places aplenty, whether you’re looking for a sit down meal (try the Black Forest Restaurant), a Bavarian-style feast at the Bavarian Village or savory and sweet snacks on the go, you certainly won’t go hungry. There’s also an array of bars to chose from – don’t miss the fabulous Fire Pit for rustic revellery around the fireside, with regular shows from the excellent 70’s-themed band ‘Disco Flames’, drinking and dancing at The Bavarian Great Hall, the Dingley Dell with resident live rockabilly band The Hound Dogs, The Carousel Bar, The Star Tavern and many more!

Wishing you all a very Merry Christmas!

Winter Wonderland is free to enter, if you just want to soak up the festive atmosphere, drink, eat and browse the Christmas markets.

Book tickets in advance for Ice Skating, Zippos Circus, The Magical Ice Kingdom and the Giant Observation Wheel. Book online here.

Over 100 festive rides & attractions will dazzle you throughout the site, tickets will be available from token booths on site. Make a child’s dream come true at Santa Land, and meet Santa in his famous grotto!

ICE AGE 4 ICE RINK

Baby, it’s cold outside… Enter into the Christmas spirit and enjoy the ultimate winter treat at Winter Wonderland as you don your skates and glide around the enchanting Ice Age 4 Ice Rink. Set around Hyde Park’s picturesque Victorian bandstand and illuminated with over 100,000 twinkling pea-lights, the Ice Age 4 Ice Rink provides a truly magical setting for ice skating. Whether you come for a family outing, a romantic date under the stars, a quick spin on the ice after work, or a twilight skate with friends, a session on the Ice Age 4 Ice Rink is a perfect way to celebrate the festive season. BOOK NOW!

THE MAGICAL ICE KINGDOM – A spectacular ice & snow sculpture experience!
Enter a fantastical world of real ice and snow that will take your breath away. Crafted from over 200 tons of ice and snow, this magical attraction has been specially created by Winter Wonderland and is unique to the UK. Meet woodland ice creatures as you explore the stalagmite forest, try a seat in the unicorn-pulled carriage and take the slide in the magnificent ice castle! BOOK NOW!

ZIPPOS CIRCUS
Zippos Circus brings you two spectacular shows. Christmas Circus is a colourful festive treat for all the family – starring clowns, acrobats and world-class trapeze artists. For the evening crowd, Cirque Berserk is a sensational feast of daredevil stunts, high-wire, and the motorcycle spectacle ‘Globe of Death’, taking inspiration from the dark and twisted Grimm fairy tales.
An exciting addition this year will be VIP Boxes seating 4 people – add a little indulgence to your circus experience with champagne and chocolates, all included in the price. BOOK NOW!

GIANT OBSERVATION WHEEL

Take a flight on the Giant Observation Wheel to see the full glory of Winter Wonderland from above. Soar 60 metres above Hyde Park to see spectacular panoramic views of the London skyline and watch the festivities below lit up by dazzling lights. Create the ultimate setting for an exclusive celebration or romantic date with our Private Pods, or choose a VIP Pods with plush interior and an audio player for a really luxurious experience. BOOK NOW!

SANTA LAND

Make at child’s dream come true at Santa Land. As well as offering festively themed children’s rides, games and food stalls, the fun-filled adventure this year also welcomes you to Santa’s Factory – an enchanting fun-house where you can watch Santa’s elves making gifts ready for the big day and even meet the white-bearded man himself in his Grotto! Santa will greet and give out gifts to all the children who’ve been good. READ MORE

THE MAGICAL ICE KINGDOM – A spectacular ice & snow sculpture experience!

Follow the magical pathways and admire the beauty of the exquisite sculptures and crystal-like characters throughout the themed rooms. Meet the woodland ice creatures as you roam through the stalagmite forest – the ice bears, wolves, stags, owls, foxes and rabbits. Try a seat in the fairy tale unicorn-pulled carriage and take the slide in the magnificent ice castle. Specially created by Winter Wonderland and unique to the UK, this arctic experience will take your breath away!

SANTA’S FACTORY in SANTA LAND

Children and adults alike will be enchanted by our unmissable addition to Santa Land this year. Introducing: Santa’s Factory – a fun-house where Santa and his industrious elves are making gifts ready for the big day! Walk through his magical sleigh, meet the elves and pay a visit to Santa’s Lapland grotto.

WINTER WONDERLAND STAR FLYER

If you’re good with heights and want to see Winter Wonderland from above…try the fabulous new Star Flyer. For a truly exhilarating experience, soar over 60 metres into the air as it spins 360 degrees and feel the wind through your hair. It’s the closest thing to flying!

DOUBLE-DECKER CAROUSEL

This beautiful carousel takes the traditional festive ride to a new level! Featuring two glittering decks of unusual and fantastical animals for you to ride – choose from a sea dragon, eagle, reindeer, sea horse, tiger, elephant and many more!

YULETIDE MARKET

In addition to the popular Angels Market – over 100 charming wooden chalets selling a wide array of unique and handmade gifts – this year sees the introduction of a second market area. The Yuletide Market gives you an even bigger Christmas shopping experience, including traditional yuletide gifts, jewellery, winter wear, wooden toys and Christmas decorations.

This is just a taster of what to expect from this year’s Winter Wonderland. Set to return are popular favourites the Power Tower, Air, Alpine Hotel, the Irrgarten Fun House and no less than three roller coasters!

Here’s a selection of the some of the best places to eat and drink

The Bavarian Village

For the full Bavarian experience, come to the Bavarian Village! An ever popular destination for Christmas revelry, with bratwurst, bars and live bands. This year it’s even bigger, complete with a Bavarian Great Hall for live music, DJs and dancing. Bring your Christmas party to join in the winter festivities, Bavarian style!

The Fire Pit

Rustic revelry in the heart of Winter Wonderland! Around the glow of a huge open fire pit, warm yourself over a hot cider, mulled wine and farmhouse foods aplenty at this outdoor gathering place. In the evenings join in the ‘disco inferno’ with 70s-themed live band.

The Famous Black Forest Restaurant

This large heated indoor restaurant will provide the perfect place for a sit down meal. After a tiring time on the rides and attractions, relax with your group over a delicious meal with wine and all the festive drinks of the season.

The Star Tavern and Village Square

Enjoy a variety of traditional food and drink from real ales & cider to Hog Roast and Fish ‘n’ Chips. The Star Tavern provides a cosy atmosphere out of the cold, with a welcome offering of hearty fare and live music.

The House of St Nicholas

Within a collection of charming wooden chalets, The House of St Nicholas offers a warm welcoming atmosphere with real log fires to keep the winter cold out. Enjoy festive refreshments with family and friends!

The Carousel Bar

Try a unique experience at this bar styled on a traditional carousel which slowly spins 360 degrees while you enjoy a festive drink. Join in the vibrant atmosphere as DJs play party tunes to celebrate the season.

Take a flight on the Giant Observation Wheel to see the full glory of Winter Wonderland from above. Soar 60 metres into the air for spectacular views over Hyde Park and beyond. Book a romantic Private Pod with that special someone. Celebrate the occasion – whether it’s a date, a birthday, an anniversary or even time to pop the question! You can order a bottle of Champagne to toast the occasion, or choose a VIP Pod, with plush interior and an audio player for a really luxurious experience.

With numerous bars, cafes and restaurants around the site you’ll be spoilt for choice for food and drink. The Famous Black Forest Restaurant has delicious fare with a friendly table service, the new Fire Pit offers rustic revelry around a huge fire pit with real ales and cider, and the Bavarian Village provides bratwurst, beers and live bands!

The Giant Wheel is non time-specific, so just come along when you’re ready! Booking ahead is highly recommended however, as places go fast.

A beautiful gothic storyteller and her extraordinary travelling band of fairy-tale freaks who are forever fated to travel by night, peddles her grim tales inside of the daredevil circus she carries with her.

Motorcycle riders take flight in the awe inspiring Globe of Death, a beyond-thrilling spectacle starring four motorcyclists riding together at up to 60mph in an unbelievably small steel globe, while fairy demons mount mechanical quad-wheeled contraptions. Also featuring a daredevil high wire act and death-defying knife-throwing! Adrenalin will surely rush through your veins as Cirque Berserk is a folk tale twisted and told as never before!