 A thrilling weekend of events await
If you are looking for something exciting to do this weekend, we have a line-up of family-friendly events at Dinton Pastures:
Pumpkins and Phantoms Halloween Trail
Hunt down some pumpkins and phantoms in our Halloween Trail which runs this weekend (31 October and 1 November) from 9am to 4pm at Dinton Activity Centre.
A trail map costs £2.50 per person (adults do not need to book) from the Dinton Activity Centre reception or online. Find them all and return your completed map to reception to receive a small prize.
The Spooky Trail
Come and join characters from Reading Rep Theatre to make magic potions, help ghosts find missing treasures, work with scientists to bring Frankenstein to life and become part of a skeleton band at The Spooky Trail. It runs on 31 October from 4.30pm to 6.30pm at Dinton Pastures (Davis Street entrance).
Tickets cost £9 per adult (aged 18 years and over) and £4 per child (ages 3 to 12 years old). Children under three years old are free. Parking is included in your ticket.
Night Run
Experience the adrenaline and see Dinton come alive in a fun 5km Night Run on a course filled with surprises. It runs on 31 October from 7.15pm and is hosted by Barnes Fitness. Fancy dress is encouraged.
Tickets cost £22 per adult (aged 18 years and over) and £17 per child (aged 11 to 17 years old) from the Barnes Fitness website. Please note you will need to bring a torch to participate in this run.
Laser Light Show
The Laser Show, run by JL Events and LDLS, will be lighting up Dinton on 1 November from 5pm to 8pm.
This unique event celebrates fireworks season without the loud bangs. It is powered by lights, lasers and music.
The show’s theme is ‘Hollywood Under the Stars’, celebrating classic, family films, with an extended 25 to 30-minute show and live music before the event.
Tickets cost £9.95 for adults, £5.95 for children from the Dinton Pastures website.
Tickets are limited and won't be available on the gate, so book in advance.
 Book a magical experience with Santa
Santa's elves are busy transforming Dinton Activity Centre into a magical Christmas Grotto and we're delighted to announce Santa will be there from 28 November to 24 December.*
Your session begins with a lovely Christmas crafting session, followed by a visit to the grotto where you will meet and show Santa your wish list.
Each child will receive a present from Santa and a sweet treat.
We're running an early bird promotion where you can book Santa's Grotto for £16 per person. This offer is valid until close of play today (30 October). From tomorrow, tickets cost £17 per child from our website.
Take a look at our other Christmas events and book early before they sell out.
*Santa's Grotto visits run on selected dates.
 Take up a new hobby: birdwatching
The RSPB Wokingham and Bracknell group are running their next walk around Dinton Pastures on 18 November from 10am to 12.30pm.
It is aimed at birdwatching beginners who want to learn more about the hobby.
The group is a great way to meet friendly, like-minded people in your area while learning more about birds and wildlife.
During the walk, you will visit several lakes and bird hides and get an introduction to:
- Using optics and recommended field guides and apps
- Identifying birds
- Understanding the difference between resident and migratory birds
Tickets cost £7.50 per person and includes a voucher for a tea or coffee for you to enjoy at The Coffee House after the event.
A £5 reduced car parking ticket is available to buy on our website.
 Craft a sweet gingerbread house
Get into the Christmas spirit and have fun crafting a unique, fused glass gingerbread house. The workshop takes place on 19 November from 7pm to 8.30pm at Dinton Activity Centre.
The workshop begins with an introduction and talk through what you will be making and then a very relaxed informal evening where you can work alone, in a group of friends or maybe make some new ones.
There will be lots of inspiration and accessories available for you to create your gingerbread house. No experience is necessary. The gingerbread house would make a lovely Christmas present for a loved one or as a decorative piece for your home.
After kiln firing, it will be mounted in a wooden block to make it freestanding.
Tickets cost £35 per person. Tea and coffee are provided. Parking is available to be purchased via the machines in the car park on the evening, or a reduced car parking ticket can be purchased in advance.
Your artwork will be taken away on the night to be fired in a kiln and will be back at Dinton usually within the week for collection.
 Celebrate your next party with us
With the colder and wetter months ahead, we wanted to remind you of our various indoor party packages and room hire available at Dinton Pastures.
Whether you're planning a children's birthday, a Christmas office party or family get together, you can plan your memorable event with us. Take a look at our packages below:
Looking for meeting room hire? Take a look at our room hire options.
You can also get married at our beautiful country park.
We would love to hear about your party ideas and how we can make your vision a reality. Get in touch with our Events Team on eventbookings@wokingham.gov.uk or by phone at (0118) 237 8095.
|
