The Natural History Museum's annual icing-over of its gardens kicks off again in November - and this winter the main rink will be larger than ever. The 1,050-square-metre rink is surrounded by 76,000 glowing pea-lights dangling from the overhanging trees outside Alfred Waterhouse's imposing building. Additional attractions include a smaller 100-square-metre rink for youngsters, a stylish balcony café/bar when you can warm your hands and insides on vin chaud or hot chocolate and a classic fairground carousel. Big-foots amongst you will be pleased to know that skates go up to adult size 15, while five wheelchair sessions are available - see website for details. The Ice Rink and Café Bar are available for private hire too for a minimum of 150 guests. Last year there was a Christmas Fair throughout December which proved a great spot to get into the Christmas spirit and do some unusual shopping.
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Natural History Museum Ice Rink
Natural History Museum, SW7 5BD
5th November 2009 - 17th January 2010
The Natural History Museum's annual icing-over of its gardens... More
The Darwin Centre, Natural History Museum
Opened 15th September 2009
Museum
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Natural History Museum Christmas Fair
Natural History Museum, SW7 5BD
Tuesday 25th November 2008 - Sunday 4th January 2009
The Natural History Museum gets festive at... More
The Royal Albert Hall
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The Royal Albert Hall was conceived as part of Prince Albert’s desire to promote the arts. Sadly, it was not completed... More
8 minutes walk from Natural History Museum Ice Rink
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2 minutes walk from Natural History Museum Ice Rink
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3 minutes walk from Natural History Museum Ice Rink
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1 minutes walk from Natural History Museum Ice Rink
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4 minutes walk from Natural History Museum Ice Rink
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5 minutes walk from Natural History Museum Ice Rink
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5 minutes walk from Natural History Museum Ice Rink
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6 minutes walk from Natural History Museum Ice Rink
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8 minutes walk from Natural History Museum Ice Rink
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4 minutes walk from Natural History Museum Ice Rink
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8 minutes walk from Natural History Museum Ice Rink
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10 minutes walk from Natural History Museum Ice Rink
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4 minutes walk from Natural History Museum Ice Rink
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