 Swim safely at an open water evening event
Make the most of the last days of summer with a special Open Water Swim Evening at Dinton Activity Centre on Saturday 5 September from 5pm to 8pm.
Whether you're training for an event, building your confidence in open water, or simply looking to enjoy a swim in a beautiful, safe setting, this is the perfect opportunity to swim and soak up the atmosphere.
After your swim, come and relax lakeside with barbecue food and a drink from the bar.
This event is suitable for:
- Experienced open water swimmers
- Families with confident swimmers
- Anyone looking to swim safely in the lake
Tickets are available on the Dinton Pastures website and cost:
- Adults - £8
- Under 16 years old - £5
Please note children under 16 years old must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
 Roll up, roll up! Paulo's Circus is returning
We are excited to announce the mesmerising and entertaining Paulo's Circus is back for a third year at Dinton Pastures Country Park.
The popular circus show features jaw-dropping performances including trapeze acts, tightrope walking, juggling, knife throwing and much more.
Tickets start from £9 but you’ll need to be quick as the circus runs for two weekends only:
- 2 to 4 October
- 9 to 11 October
Book now on the Paulo’s Circus website and get 30 per cent off when you enter ‘DREAMER30’ at the checkout.
 A great day out awaits at jousting event
Get ready to step back into the Medieval ages for one weekend only at Dinton's jousting event on 12 and 13 September, 10am to 4pm.
Come and see The Knights of Middle England joust and clash, magnificent display flights by Berkshire Birds of Prey, martial art performances and stories from medieval times by The Exiles.
There's also children's donkey rides, a fun fair, archery, an entertainment village, live music, food and drink stalls and much more, making it a great day out for families and friends.
Tickets can be purchased on our website and cost:
- Adult (16 years and over)- £8.50
- Child (three to 15 years old) - £4.50
- Carers - £7.20
- Family (two adults and three children) - £25
Tickets purchased on the day will be charged at a higher rate.
There is an option to buy a discounted car parking ticket for £6 in advance on our website, plus an option to hire a bell tent to camp on-site.
Photo credit: Philip Brown Photography
 Attend the Covid Memorial Woodland commemoration
You are invited to a short evening commemoration at the Covid Memorial Woodland on Thursday 27 August.
Created as a peaceful place to remember and reflect on the impact of the pandemic across Wokingham Borough, the woodland has been shaped by residents, volunteers, community groups, partners and council teams.
Much of the tree planting was supported through funding from the Woodland Trust.
The commemoration takes place from 6.30pm to 7.30pm, near California Country Park in Finchampstead.
The evening is planned to include an introduction to the woodland, a short reading and moment of reflection, a commemorative watering and time to walk through the woodland as the sun sets.
The event will take place outdoors, so please dress for the weather and wear suitable footwear.
Everyone is welcome. People who helped plant the woodland are particularly encouraged to attend.
 Help name a living willow caterpillar and win
If you've visited the children's play area at Dinton Pastures Country Park, you may already have spotted the giant living willow caterpillar.
The caterpillar has been carefully restored using traditional willow weaving techniques by Rangers, volunteers and local students and continues to grow as a living structure.
Now we're inviting residents to help choose its final name by voting for their three favourites by 31 August. We will announce the winning name in September.
The winning entry will receive a family visit to Dinton Pastures, a handmade willow tree grown from caterpillar cuttings and a family boat hire session at Dinton Activity Centre.
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