NEW ❅ The only children’s ice rink in Wales ❅ Undercover seating area
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15 November - 3 January in the grounds of the National Waterfront Museum, Swansea part of
City and County of Swansea Dinas a Sir Abertawe
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Starry skies, mince pies, ice skating and festive fun – you know Christmas is on its way when Waterfront Winterland opens its gates for another year. Join in the festivities from the 15 November when the grounds of the National Waterfront Museum are transformed into the magical Christmas attraction. With real ice skating, the Admiral Giant Wheel, Santa’s Grotto, family funfair, festive food and live entertainment, Waterfront Winterland will once again thrill W th he crowds. the B Brand new for 2009 is Rocky’s R Rink, a mini rink especially for children and undercover spectator area – get a rinkside seat and watch the skaters go!
We’ve got Christmas sewn up with a fantastic competition* to win a Nintendo DSi. Pick ck up an entry form during the Christmas Parade on 15 November or at council venues around the city and you could win n the perfect gift forr Christmas. *Visit the website for terms and conditions
Opening times Call 01792 637300 or visit www.waterfrontwinterland.com for the latest information. Monday - Friday (until 18 December) 12noon - 10pm Monday - Friday (From 21 December) 10am - 10pm Saturday & Sunday
10am - 10pm
Christmas Eve Christmas Day Boxing Day New Years Eve
10am - 7pm Closed 11am - 6pm 10am - 6pm
Ice Skating The Admiral Rink is back and it’s got company! Rocky’s Rink is a brand new mini rink for children and the only one 1.35m of its kind in Wales. Height restrictions do apply so measure up against Rocky the Road Safety Rooster before skating on. Prices start from £5 per session. Visit the website for full details.
Skate bookings and information Phone: 01792 637300 7300 Online: www.waterfrontwinterland.com and co In person: Tourist Information ion Centre, Plymouth Street, t, Swansea or buy your tickets at the Admir Admiral Rink from 15 November. vember. Early booking is recommended for both ice rinks to avoid disappointment. Last skate on both ice rinks is one hour before closing. 1 2
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Festive fun There’s tons of fun to be had at Waterfront Winterland – climb aboard the Giant Wheel and see the city from 44m up – it’s a panoramic view not to be missed! Favourites return with the traditional carousel and the Snow Storm ride, plus we’re adding a new ride this year – to be announced soon.
Santa’s Grotto Enjoy the magic of Christmas in Santa’s Grotto. You’ll be greeted by Santa’s elf helpers before meeting Mr Claus himself. Every child will receive a gift and an optional photograph. Post your letter to Santa in the Royal Mail post box by 18 December and you may even get a reply!
Price £3.00 per child to see Santa. £4.50 per child to see Santa with a photograph.
Opening times 15 November - 23 December Wednesday, Thursday and Friday Saturday & Sunday
3.30pm – 7pm 11am – 7pm
Food and drink
School Trips & Group Visits
Sweets and treats, turkey and stuffing, hot chocolate and mince pies‌ Waterfront Winterland has a choice of food and drink to warm you up.
We have special packages for school trips and group visits including birthday parties. If you haven’t booked your school trip or group visit, visit the website or call 01792 635428 for more information.
Entertainment Enjoy a programme of entertainment on Wednesdays, ente Saturd S au Saturdays and Sundays at Waterfront Winterland. Visit the Wate website for more details.
Winner of the 2008 photography competition
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www.swanseachristmas.com There’s so much to see and do in Swansea this Christmas. Combine a visit to the magical Waterfront Winterland with a stocking full of shopping and festive fun for all the family just a snowball throw away in Swansea City Centre. You’re sure to find the perfect Christmas gift in Swansea City Centre - independent boutiques, specialist shops, the Indoor Market, traditional arcades and the hustle and bustle of the Quadrant Shopping Centre provide the best festive choice from over 260 shops. Why not pick up something unique from one of our speciality traders offering a superb variety of novelty Christmas goods as part of the Oxford Street Christmas Market 27 November – 13 December and French Market 10 – 13 December.
There will be lots of festive cheer with our exciting programme of daily musical and children’s entertainment. Special Christmas activities will also be available at most leisure and cultural venues. Swansea City Centre is a bustling leisure destination with a choice from over 50 venues including traditional and continental family friendly eateries, excellent restaurants, pavement cafés, pubs, clubs and entertainment venues. Make sure you look your very best for the festive celebrations. From high street fashion to exclusive designer threads and our award
Christmas Parade 15 Nov, 5pm, Guildhall Christmas officially starts here! Entertainment starts from 12 noon in the City Centre. Join thousands of people for the Christmas Parade and Light Switch On from 5pm and watch the procession of fabulous, decorated floats through the City Centre. winning hair and beauty salons the City Centre offers a top to toe package! There are even more reasons to shop in Swansea with 25 car parks offering over 8,580 in the City Centre and 2 hours FREE parking daily in St David’s Multi Story Car Park. And don’t forget during the festive season Park & Ride operates 7 days a week. See overleaf for details. To top it off - how would you like to win £1,000 to spend in the City Centre on gifts of your choice? To enter simply visit www. swanseachristmas.com.
British Heart Foundation Santa Jog 29 Nov, National Waterfront Museum The Swansea Santa Jog is for all ages to get into the Christmas spirit! Participants can walk, jog or run dressed as Santa. Visit www.bhf.org. uk/santajog for more details.
Sleeping Beauty 16 Dec – 17 Jan 2010, Grand Theatre, Swansea A star studded cast will tell the fairytale story of Sleeping Beauty. Not to be missed! Information and tickets on 01792 475715 or www.swanseagrand.co.uk
Cinderella 14 Jan – 23 Jan 2010, Penyrheol Theatre Watch the magical rags to riches tale of Cinderella unfold on stage at Penyrheol Theatre. Tickets available from from the Penyrheol Box Office 01792 897039 or www.swansea.gov. uk/penyrheoltheatre
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Public Transport
Car Parking
Waterfront Winterland is a 5 minute walk from the City Centre with excellent transport links. During the Quadrant bus station redevelopment all bus and coach services will be running from a series of temporary bus stops and hopper services will also be operating a circular route. For bus information, visit www. swanseacitycentre.com/busstation and for all travel information visit www. traveline-cymru.org.uk
For visits to Waterfront Winterland, we recommend St David’s Car Park, a long stay, pay on foot facility just 1 minute from the site and free for 2 hours if you redeem your ticket at selected stores. It’s also FREE to park in all Council car parks every Sunday.
Park & Ride Take the hassle out of Christmas shopping with Swansea’s award winning Park & Ride Service at Landore, Fforestfach and Fabian Way. It costs just £2.20 for all day parking and bus travel for up to 4 people and facilities will be open seven days a week from 15 Nov - 20 Dec. For full timetable information and other details visit www.swansea.gov.uk/ parkandride
Shopmobility Swansea’s Shopmobility Centre, based in St David’s Shopping Centre, is available for anyone with mobility problems.You can hire electric scooters or powered/manual wheelchairs. For further information or bookings please contact (01792) 461785. To receive information about events and activities in Swansea please subscribe at www.myswansea.info. If you require this brochure in a different format please contact Marketing Services on 01792 635478. All details are correct at time of print. Please check the website for updates.
Park and Ride Bus Stops Service 501 - Landore Service 502 - Fabian Way Service 503 - Fforestfach
Coach Drop off