Wokingham’s first ever ice skating rink will make its debut next month.

The rink will be located in Cantley Park alongside the town’s first Christmas Market.

Provided by Chippa Events, it measures 13m by 19m and will be available for all ages, with a dedicated changing area, pairs of figure skates and skate aids available.

Executive member for leisure Cllr Parry Batth said: “I am excited to announce that an ice skating rink is coming to Cantley Park – a first for Wokingham.

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“Cantley Park offers the perfect backdrop to our festive activities, supported by the new leisure facilities we have recently opened to complement residents' active lifestyles.

“Come and show us your figure eights and have fun dancing on ice – it really will be a white Christmas to remember.”

Residents can get their skates on from November 12 until January 7 between 12pm and 8pm.

“There’s plenty of festive activities happening at Cantley Park this winter including our very first Christmas Market which runs from 24 November to 24 December,” said Cllr Batth.

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“We will have outdoor huts adorned in festive garlands with festoon lighting, and a variety of local vendors selling arts and crafts, and delicious food.

“The event is free to attend, so save the date, pop down to shop for Christmas gifts and take to the ice. Everyone is invited, the more the merrier.”

Ice rink ticket prices: Adult £12 Child £7.50 Family of four £30, plus £5 for each extra child The Christmas Market event is free to attend.