Odeon Multiplex

Rainy afternoons and restless teenagers find their salvation in this modern cinema complex right in Maidenhead's town centre. The Odeon Multiplex delivers exactly what you'd expect - multiple screens showing the latest blockbusters, decent sound systems, and that familiar new-carpet smell that somehow makes everything feel like an occasion.

Families staying at nearby sites like Hurley Riverside Park or Queens Acre will find this a proper godsend when the weather turns. Kids can catch the latest animated release while parents enjoy a proper coffee and maybe even hold hands during a quieter film. The screens are well-maintained and the seating comfortable enough for a two-hour stretch.

Booking online saves the usual ticket desk faff, and evening shows tend to be less chaotic than weekend matinees. It's not exactly cultural enrichment, but sometimes a good old-fashioned cinema trip is exactly what a holiday needs. Particularly useful for those staying at Amerden Caravan Park or Hampshire Park Homes, as it's an easy drive into town when you've had enough fresh air for one day.

The usual cinema prices apply - not cheap, but hardly robbery either. Allow a good three hours if you're including snacks and the inevitable post-film discussion about whether the sequel will be any good.