Tinseltown will be making a return to The Trafford Centre this Christmas with an ice rink, fairground rides and more. It's the third year that the event has taken over the space outside the Great Hall and is expected to attract more families than ever.
It will feature 'a huge shimmering ice rink', fairground rides, a Snowstorm 'spectacular ice show' from Gandeys, a magical Christmas Tree bar and other festive fayre. Visitors will be able to book on a 45-minute ice skating session on the 25m x 20m covered ice rink, underneath a canopy of twinkling lights.
From the 'exhilarating' Snow Jets to the thrilling Starflyer and Don Sapo, as well as plenty of family friendly rides for the little ones, there’s something for everyone promised at the fair, including a brand new attraction VOID, which promises 'an unparalleled experience for thrill-seekers'.
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Gandeys Snowstorm 3: Northern Lights returns with a show inside the heated theatre big top on 200 sq meters of shimmering real ice. The new production, which promises amazing special effects, features 16 ice skaters, international circus stars, and the return of the massive ice bears.
The Big Wheel is also back at The Trafford Centre until January 7, where riders can enjoy all the glittering lights and sights whilst soaring above the ground at a staggering 55 metres high.
Of course there's lots of festive food and drink to enjoy too, including traditional bratwurst, Yorkshire pudding wraps, donuts, crepes, mulled wine and even a chocolate fountain.
Also returning is a magical Christmas Tree bar, crowned by a magnificent Christmas tree standing over 50ft tall - the perfect spot for a family selfie.
Simon Layton, centre director at Trafford Centre, said: “It’s the most wonderful time of the year here at Trafford Centre, where we’re all about making cherished festive memories for families. Wrap up warm and kickstart the festivities with a visit to Tinsel Town, a trip to see Santa in our magical Grotto or simply soak up the atmosphere whilst you shop with our twinkling Christmas lights.”
Tinseltown will open from November 17 to January 1. Tickets for ice skating and the fairground must be purchased separately and are available on the website here. Ice skating tickets are £12.50 for adults and £10 for children off-peak / £15 for adults and £12.50 for children peak, for a 45-minute ice skating session.
Fairground entry is £2 if pre-booked online, or £2.50 on the day, with ride tokens available to purchase separately. Gandeys Snowstorm 3 tickets are available to purchase here, priced from £12.99 with deals to be had on family tickets.
Big Wheel tickets are £8 per adults, £6 per child (under 1.4m) and £24 for a family ticket, tickets can be purchased on the day at the Big Wheel. Find out more here.
