Spinningfields is taking to the ice again this Christmas as it gears up to host one of Manchester’s favourite festive attractions.
Building upon last year’s success, Spinningfields will be transformed into a winter wonderland complete with dazzling ice rink and exciting new attractions including a magical carousel ride and temporary arctic bar The North Pole.
The ice rink – an established part of Manchester City Council’s and Spinningfields’ festive programme – will be situated on Hardman Boulevard. The rink opens on the 12th November 2009 and will run until 3rd January 2010, giving everyone an opportunity to take a spin on the ice.
Popular temporary winter ‘pop-up’ bar The North Pole, which is relocating to Spinningfields this year, will be offering seasonal tipples including a sumptuous vodka infused ‘Winter Crumble’. Decked out with contemporary winter decor, pine trees and laid back furniture The North Pole will be the perfect place to relax after a spin on the ice or a hard day Christmas shopping.
Spinningfields, situated off Deansgate, is ideally located close to the city’s main shopping areas and offers an array of quality eateries including Giraffe, Carluccio’s, Gourmet Burger Kitchen and Strada.
Councillor Pat Karney, the Council’s City Centre Chief said: “The outdoor ice rink brings a glamorous New York style atmosphere to the city. The rink has become one of Manchester’s most popular Christmas attractions and the addition of the North Pole bar is just another reason why Spinningfields is one of the best places to visit over the festive season. It’s the ideal place for families and friends to let their hair down or unwind after a busy day Christmas shopping and shows yet again why Manchester is the UK’s top Christmas city.”
Mark Burgess, Spinningfields Management Company Estates Director said: “Last year’s ice rink was a huge success and this year we wanted to build on that by creating an even bigger and better winter attraction. The outdoor ice rink has become one of the city’s most popular Christmas activities and we are delighted that this year we have been able to bring additional attractions including The North Pole bar to Spinningfields.”
Special skating rates are available for families, groups of 10 or more and school visits. The rink is also available for private hire making it the ideal venue for office Christmas parties. To book tickets call 0843 2081853 or visit www.quaytickets.com
For more information visit: www.spinningfieldsicerink.com
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Spinningfields Ice Rink:
From 12th November 2009 – 13th December 2009: Tickets for one hour’s skating, including skate hire, cost £7.50 for Adults aged 17 and over), £6.50 for Yellow Card holders, £6.50 for Senior Citizens (aged 60 and over), Students (holder of NUS cards) and Disabled. Youths (aged 13-16) £6.50, £5 for Children (aged 12 and under), Children under 5 skate free.
Special rates available for schools and groups.
Family Ticket: £22 (2 adults and 2 Children or 1 adult and 3 Children)
Group Rates: £6.50 per person with one free place for every 10 people in the group. This rate is available to pre-booked groups of 10 or more.
Cheap Skate Student Night: £5.50 (on production of NUS card) only valid until 13th December for Monday evening sessions at 5.30pm, 6:45pm – 7:45pm.
From 14th December 2009 -3rd January 2010 : Tickets for one hour’s skating, including skate hire, cost £8.50 for Adults aged 17 and over), £7.50 for Yellow Card holders, £7.50 for Senior Citizens (aged 60 and over) , Students (holder of NUS cards) and Disabled. Youths (aged 13-16) £7.50, £6 for Children (aged 12 and under), Children under 5 skate free.
Family Ticket: £22 (2 adults and 2 Children or 1 adult and 3 Children)
Group Rates: £7.50 per person with one free place for every 10 people in the group. This rate is available to pre-booked groups of 10 or more.
To book tickets call 0843 2081853 or visit www.quaytickets.com
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The North Pole: The North Pole is the creation of live events agency Ear to the Ground.
Spinningfields:
Spinningfields combines world-class architecture and inviting contemporary public space, with a vitality that comes from its exciting mix of offices, retail, restaurants, bars and living space.
At Spinningfields’ new dining district operators currently include Zizzi, Carluccios, Giraffe, Strada, Pret a Manger, Gourmet Burger Kitchen, Café Rouge, Ha Ha Bar and Grill, Wagamama and EAT.
Spinningfields is the most significant Grade A office development in Manchester and the largest city centre office scheme in the UK. With a total investment of £1.5bn, Spinningfields comprises 427,450 sq m (4,600,000 sq ft) mixed-use development between the River Irwell and Deansgate – one of Manchester’s main thoroughfares.
Quaytickets:
Quaytickets is The Lowry’s ticket agency offering tickets for events at venues in Manchester and beyond. Quaytickets offers competitive booking fees, an easy to navigate site and a professional personal ticketing service. The booking fees from Quaytickets are not profits for shareholders and will contribute directly towards The Lowry’s charitable and artistic objectives. To find out more about The Lowry, National Landmark Millennium Project for the Arts visit www.thelowry.com To find out more about Quaytickets visit www.quaytickets.com
