London weather warning: Will Hyde Park Winter Wonderland 2025 still open tomorrow despite torrential rain?
Will Hyde Park’s Winter Wonderland still open as planned tomorrow amid the Met Office’s torrential rain warning?
Hyde Park’s Winter Wonderland is due to open for the 2025 festive season tomorrow (14th November).
The Christmas market, famous for its rides, stalls, and ice rink, is set to open its gates tomorrow night.
However, the Met Office has issued a weather warning for torrential rain that comes into force at 6am on Friday.
The forecaster is predicting more than 24 hours of heavy and prolonged rainfall in the capital over the next few days, accompanied by blustery winds.
The Met Office has said the heavy downpours could result in flooding and disruption.
The adverse weather conditions have left some Winter Wonderland fans questioning whether the big opening will go ahead as planned.
In previous years, the park has been forced to close due to poor weather; however, at the time of publishing, it appears the opening will go ahead as planned.
The Winter Wonderland website says: “Hyde Park Winter Wonderland is an outdoor event, so make sure you dress appropriately as we will be open in rain, snow or shine!
“No refunds will be given due to inclement weather. There are multiple covered seating areas across the site, providing warmth and shelter in varying degrees of enclosure – some of which are heated. There are also many benches throughout the site for you to rest your legs whilst soaking up the festive spirit!
“The Ice Rink operates in all weather conditions as well. In the unlikely event that ticketed events are closed, PWR Events reserves the right to offer a refund or reschedule your booking to an alternative date/time (subject to availability).”
The annual Christmas fair will kick off tonight with an exclusive press and influencer event.
A spokesperson for Winter Wonderland has been contacted for further information.