Yes, it might still be November but one place that has already been in the festive spirit for well over a week now is intu Metrocentre.
We revealed last month to great excitement, that in a huge festive first for the famous Gateshead shopping complex, it would be launching an Arctic Experience will something for everyone.
Just as the families now have the chance to get their skates on and show off their skills on the synthetic ice rink before diving into the snowy ball pool for endless amounts of fun.
You can have a break at the festive drinks igloo offering magical icy refreshments. The festive's season main man has also set up residence as Santa’s Grotto will also be part of the experience.
Arctic explorers at the Metrocentre will be dusted with artificial snow as it falls every half hour for the ultimate Instagram moment.
Gavin Prior, regional centre director at intu, said: “This is the first time we have installed a festive attraction of this size in the centre and expect it will be very popular amongst families visiting throughout the Christmas period.”
Entry to The Arctic Experience is free of charge, a turn on the ice rink will cost £2 which will be donated to Newcastle and Gateshead Foodbank or it's free to intu Family Club members. Entrance to Santa’s Grotto is £1 with proceeds going to Percy Hedley Foundation.
