There are quite a few ATMs dotted around the park so you can get cash out but most places won't accept cards. Also, to get on the rides you need to purchase tickets at the special booths as the rides don't accept cash either.
You can pre-purchase Game Coins online, which are redeemable at every Game Stall onsite displaying the Coin symbol. Or you can use cash/card to 'Tap and Play' on the day.
You'll be asked to select a two-hour timeslot to arrive within. There's also the option to snag a ticket on the door, although these spots are subject to availability and you may end up missing out if it's a busy time.
While you can use cash at Hyde Park Winter Wonderland, all our bars and stalls accept contactless payments. You will also be able to use contactless payments at our rides, token booths and games.
At about £15 per person it was well worth the money and I fully recommend visiting if you are there. Winter Wonderland itself is free but 2022 saw the introduction of tickets that need to be booked on line where you state your arrival time within the hour. So, don't forget to do this.
Do you only get 1 hour to go to Winter Wonderland?
To help ensure everyone enters the park as smoothly as possible, our entry tickets are divided into one hour time slots from 10am to 8pm. Make sure you arrive early within your one hour entry slot so you can get into Winter Wonderland in time.
Pre-book your entry, rides and attractions to guarantee the best prices and save compared to just turning up, and avoid any on the day disappointment if your chosen experiences sell out.
A pint of Bavarian Gold costs £7.75; a 200ml serving of mulled wine is £7.10. When drinks are served in a ceramic mug or a stein, a £5 deposit is charged.
We advise only bringing a handbag or small rucksack. We ask all guests to be vigilant and not to leave bags and belongings unattended at any time. Any unattended item may be disposed of in line with our security protocols.
When purchasing alcohol at the event, you will be asked for valid identification to confirm that you are aged 18 or over if you appear to be under the age of 25. Alcohol is not permitted to be brought into the event from outside, and any alcoholic drinks purchased on site must be consumed before leaving.
Canada's Wonderland has moved to all cashless payments and accepts MasterCard, Visa, American Express, Interact Direct Payment, Apple Pay, Google Pay, WePay/AliPay for park admission, restaurants and gift shops. The park also has Cash-to-Card kiosks where you can convert your cash into a prepaid debit card.
Winter Wonderland is open daily from 10am to 10pm (except Christmas Day) – last entry is at 9.30pm. Visitors are required to enter Winter Wonderland at the allocated time slot on their entry ticket. However, once inside you can stay for as long as you'd like.
How much is entry to Winterland? Entry is £3 per person. Children under 18 months can enter for free but require a free ticket at the point of booking. If I book my tickets online, will I need to queue to get in?
During the event, our ride consultants regularly monitor the rides, ensuring they are being operated safely and to a high standard, working closely with our ride management team.
Recommended visiting time for Hyde Park's Winter Wonderland is around three hours, but make sure you give yourself plenty of time to try out a few rides or games, watch a few performances and sample some delicious food and hot mulled wine.
Hyde Park Winter Wonderland does not provide a left luggage facility. The closest left luggage facility is at Victoria Station. We strongly advise not bringing large bags or luggage to event as we may not be able to accommodate these. We advise only bringing a handbag or small rucksack.
Once you've entered Winter Wonderland, you can stay as long as you like, so that can be a massive 12 hours if you booked a 10am entry ticket! Last entry is at 9.30pm, some rides and attractions may close their queues early to guarantee everyone who's waiting gets through the experience before we close.
Yes, there are several box offices at Hyde Park Winter Wonderland where you can buy tickets for all attractions. Please be aware that these are subject to availability, and we strongly advise you to book your tickets in advance to avoid disappointment. Please arrive in plenty of time if choosing this option.
What happens if I miss my time slot for Winter Wonderland?
You will be allowed entry if you arrive within your allotted session time. No refunds will be given for a late arrival which results in customers not receiving a full session or performance. Late arrivals will be allowed at the discretion of the operator.
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