Royal Pavilion Ice rink


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Winter wonderland is coming back to Brighton. Royal Pavilion Ice rink will be open daily from 12th of November 2011 right through the Christmas, the New year, until 22nd of January 2012. It will be located in front of Royal Pavilion – Eastern Lawns, Royal Pavilion, 4-5 Pavilion Buildings, Brighton BN1 1EE. Building works have already started. This year they want to enlarge it to 800sqm rink with a capacity of 250 people a time. Around 700 visitors a day visited the attraction last year with more than 110 jobs temporarily created.

You will be able to find there as well:

  • a beautiful rinkside restaurant/cafĆ©, open from 9:00-1:00
  • heated Regency inspired bar, open from 10:00-00:30
  • toilets, including a disabled toilet and baby change facilities
  • on skate hire booth – the smallest skate boot is shoe size European 25 (age approx 3 to 4 years old and the largest skate boot is shoe size UK15 / European 49
  • cloakroom facility which charges Ā£1 for up to 2 items
  • bicycle parking

The Royal Pavilion Ice Rink is fully accessible to wheelchair users. Ice rink will be running in hourly sessions starting at 10:00, 11:15, 12:30, 13:45, 15:00, 16:15, 17:30, 18:45, 20:00 and finishing at 21:15. Skaters should aim to arrive 20 minutes before their chosen session. Tickets are only valid for the date and session time booked and are strictly non transferable or refundable – it does not matter if is going to rain or snow.

Tickets are available online from Ticketmaster or from Box Office which will be located near the rink. Price depends on session you are going to and is Ā£10 and Ā£13 for Adults and Ā£7 and Ā£8.50 for Child. There are also tickets available for students and members of the Pavilion which is Ā£8.50 and Family Ticket for 2 Adults and 2 Children under 12 years old for Ā£8.50.

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Volks Electric railway

Brighton Electric Railway

Brighton volks electric railwayVolks Electric railway was built in 1883 and it is Britain’s oldest electric railway. It is running for 1.75 miles along the top of the beach from the Aquarium Station near Brighton Pier to the Marina.

Starting point: Place Pier,next to Brighton Wheel
Aquarium
Paston Place
Viaduct
Finishing point Black Rock, Marina

First trainĀ  is running at 10:15 on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, Sunday and on Public Holidays and at 11:15 on Tuesday and Friday. Last train is running at 17:00 from Monday to Friday and at 18:00 during the weekend and on public holidays. Trains are going in 15 minutes period.

Contact details:

285 Madeira Drive
Brighton
East Sussex
BN2 1EN

Telephone: +44 (0)1273 292718

Fax: +44 (0)1273 292719

Ticket Information:

Child single fareĀ  – Ā£1.00
Adult single fareĀ  – Ā£1.90
Family (2+4 or 1+6)Ā  – single Ā£4.00

Child return fareĀ  – Ā£1.50
Adult return fareĀ  – Ā£3.00
Family (2+4 or 1+6)Ā  – return Ā£6.70

There is a residents type of single ticket available for Ā£1 first Saturday of each month. Proof of residence is required. There is as well school booking available.

The Railway is open between April and September.

Unfortunately it is now closed for this season (2011) and will be re-open on Easter 2012.

Brighton Wheel


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The ‘Wheel of Excellence

 

 

The newest attraction in Brighton – Brighton Wheel, going 50 metres in height above sea level is already open. Outstanding views over the city from 36 enclosed glass gondolas with air condition including one VIP gondola. Gondola can hold up to 6 adults and 2 children. The wheel is located right on the seafront next to the legendary Brighton Pier.

 

The ‘Wheel of Excellence‘ will offer breath-taking panoramic views of the sea, surrounding architecture and landmarks. Providing an optional commentary guided tour of the heritage of Brighton & Hove. Attraction is open from 10:00 in the morning seven days a week. Tickets are available in wheel ticket office and they will be available on-line very soon.

 

Price list:

Adult Ā£8.00

Child 4-16 years Ā£6.50

Child 1-3 years Ā£2.00

Infants under 1 year FREE

Family Ticket 2 Adults – 2 Children Ā£25.00

Private Hire Max 6 Adults – 2 Children Ā£45.00

VIP Max 4 Adults Ā£55.00

VIP + Champagne 1/2 bottle Ā£75.00

 

Interesting facts:

  • The developer of the Brighton Wheel is Paramount Attractions.
  • The cost – Ā£6 million.
  • It can carry up to 200 visitors.
  • There was about 30 part-time and full-time jobs crated.

 

Truly fantastic experience with excellent views over the city of Brighton. This really is a “must do” on your visit.

 

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