There was a very special visitor to Whilton Locks – it was Pudsey, from Children in Need.
The family favourite real ice, ice rink was opened a day earlier, on Children in Need day, with exclusive skates to raise money for the charity. The early response was so positive from customers – and from BBC Children in Need themselves – that the event was extended to include exclusive Pudsey skates on the Saturday.
Pudsey was present both days with pots for pennies proving popular and ice skating proceeds were going to the charity too.
Jackie Hunt, Whilton Locks owner said.
“It just made perfect sense to help out with BBC Children in Need by offering our fabulous ice rink to raise money. There was a real party atmosphere as so many people came and enjoyed a skate on our opening weekend. There were even home-made Pudsey cakes too but Pudsey was the star of the show and everyone got a hug, a high five or a photo. It was such a lovely way to start our festivities here at Whilton Locks.”
Pennies are still being counted to see what the total tally raised will be as Pudsey heads back to Children in Need HQ.
The real ice, ice rink at Whilton Locks, is part of an incredible Winter Wonderland which includes Santa’s Grotto, The Grinch, Dash with his Virtual Reality sleigh experience and snow much more!
Whilton Locks is now open every day with lights, sights and delights up to Christmas Day and after through to 2025. Our exclusive booking site is here: https://www.whiltonlocksgardenvillage.com/christmas/
There is festive fun too with our amazing real ice, ice rink.
Don’t miss this one, this weekend…
23rd & 24th November: 25% off ice skating.
Our best-buy weekend skate of the whole festive season*.
Tis the season to get a discount,
Fol la la la la la la la lar this link:
https://www.whiltonlocksgardenvillage.com/product/ice-skating-at-whilton-locks/
Spaces are going quick though so get your skates on!
HOT OFF THE PRESS:
Our first delivery of top quality, real Christmas trees is now in.
With a sprinkling of snow, earlier in the week, it all felt fabulously festive as we unloaded these fine firs.
A real Christmas tree remains top of the list of Christmas traditions alongside turkey, mince pies and family fun.
Oh and keep this under your bobble hat, remember there is 25% off ice skating this Saturday and Sunday. It’s free to park and entrance to the site is free too. There are no booking fees either, so secure your spot today and come and have a look at our trees this weekend.
Ho ho ho-nly at Whilton Locks Winter Wonderland.
*Please note: 25% discount added automatically to the total.
