Works are well underway for a brand new shopping centre Christmas wonderland.

Lakeside is feeling super festive with the event opening very soon.

Set in The Quay, Lakeside Shopping Centre's new outdoor events and leisure space, Christmas Wonderland is a Christmas Market, Winter Wonderland and Ice Rink and entry to is free!

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Being held undercover in a Giant Igloo, skaters can experience the wonder of skating on real ice in whatever weather.

With festive music, Christmas food and drink we will create a Christmas Wonderland full of fun and happy memories. Christmas Wonderland has many rides and attractions for the whole family including a Giant Wheel, Christmas Carousel and games.

Stroll through the market and explore the variety of stalls where you can buy traditional holiday items, sip on some mulled wine, or simply enjoy the Christmas lights and festive spirit.