Liverpool's Pier Head has been transformed into an enchanting winter wonderland as the city's Christmas Ice Festival has launched with a huge outdoor ice rink and funfair.
The event has returned to Liverpool for the fourth year at the iconic waterfront location which is packed with family-friendly attractions including ice-themed rides and food stalls.
The Ice Jet ride – a firm favourite with visitors – makes its third appearance at the event, complete with a sound and light show as part of the immersive encounter to entertain the thrill seekers in the family.
Festival goers can also enjoy the thrills of the UK’s longest ice slide with three, 30-metre-long slides for an exhilarating ride and panoramic views of the iconic Three Graces due to its elevated position, six metres above the park.
However, the ice slide won't be open for at least another week due to delays in the build due to the recent bad weather.
Tonight, the ice rink complete with canopy was opened to the public, with the number of penguin skate aids on offer doubling this year and available to book online now, along with ice skating tickets.
If you get peckish, the pop-up food and drink stalls complete the experience, selling a variety of seasonal treats including traditional German bratwurst, mulled wine and hot chocolate.
Special events and offers are available including buy one get one free tickets for students during November off-peak skating sessions, plus 25% off admission for Save The Children’s Christmas Jumper Day for those who wear a Christmas sweater on December 13, 2019.
The Liverpool Christmas Ice Festival runs until January 5, 2020, but is closed Christmas Day.
For more information and to book tickets visit icefestivalliverpool.co.uk .
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