I’ll be getting my skates on!

There’s something about an ice rink that just shouts winter wonderland. Maybe it’s the festive films which always seem to feature a scene on an ice rink or romantic images of skaters on Christmas cards. Whatever it is, an ice rink adds that extra magic at Christmas.

It’s so exciting Salisbury is hosting its first ice rink in the Guildhall Square as part of the popular Christmas market and it will be under cover so everyone can enjoy all weather skating through the festive season. It officially opens on 29 November and will stay open until 6 January 2019. It’s going to be popular so, if you don’t want to miss out, get online and book your visit and if you’re quick there are early bird offers. Two adults and two children can skate for just £15, saving £5. 

There’s also individual special offer tickets at £6 for an adult and £5 for a child. The special discounted offer goes live soon, visit www.salisburychristmasmarket.co.uk to book.

The Christmas website will show updated events and activities on offer including what’s happening at the rink – I’m looking forward to special theme nights with leg warmers and an 80s DJ and a Christmas jumper night – you can also make group and school bookings and private events.

Christmas will mark the end of a tough year in Salisbury and Amesbury – this is just what we need, a magical winter wonderland that restores warmth and confidence and shows the world we’ve moved on.