London Eye to get Christmas ice rink
The London Eye is to have an ice rink at its base for the first time this Christmas.
It will be the latest addition to the growing phenomenon of outdoor skating in the capital each winter, following on from the success of rinks at Somerset House and the Natural History Museum.
The Eye's owner, Merlin Entertainments Group, announced today that visitors will have a "unique opportunity to celebrate the festive season taking in the best views of London".
Tickets, which go on sale today, will let skaters enjoy a 45-minute spin round the ice at the foot of the world's highest observation wheel on the South Bank.
Ice-skating will only be available as part of packages combined with trips on the Eye. The company says that after the rink, skaters can warm up with a half-hour ride on the Eye while drinking mulled wine or champagne.
The rink will be open from 10am to 9pm daily from 20 November to 5January, and cost from £10.50 for adults.
A number of other Christmas packages are also available including the Mistletoe Cupid's Capsule, costing £299 per couple for a private pod with champagne and truffles.
For more information and to book visit www.londoneye.com or call 0871 781 3000.
