Put your skates on
by Hammersmith and Fulham Press Office
27/11/2008
Budding Jayne Torvill’s and Christopher Dean’s need to put their skates on and head down to Shepherds Bush Green this festive season.
Because throughout December a special ice fair is coming to town – featuring an ice rink for all the family to practice their moves on.
This year’s rink will be bigger and better than even ever before and will be made of real ice. It will be open to the public from Saturday December 6 to Sunday January 4.
There will also be a funfair featuring a carousel, ferris wheel and dodgem cars along with refreshment stalls and food carts offering roasted chestnuts, candy floss and toffee apples. The consumption of alcohol will not be permitted.
Cllr Frances Stainton, cabinet member for culture and heritage, said: “I’m sure the ice rink will appeal to lots of local residents and is a great way to make use of Shepherds Bush Green in the run up to Christmas. Last year residents asked us for a bigger rink with real ice so here it is by popular demand!"
Entrance to the ice fair complex will be £1. Ice skating cost £8 for adults and £6 for children for a one hour session on Monday to Thursday. Skating at the weekend costs £10 for adults and £8 for children. Discounts are available for group bookings.
Skaters are advised to book on the ticket hotline, 0800 409 6757 but tickets can also be purchased from Shepherds Bush Green.
