Ice skating will be making a comeback this week on the same day that an annual parade is set to bring more festive entertainment for families.
The popular rink will be back in business at Ocean Beach Pleasure Park in South Shields on Friday, when keen skaters will be able to take to the ice from 3pm. On the same afternoon South Tyneside Christmas Parade will get under way and the park's food outlets will be selling the likes of Yorkshire pudding wraps and pigs in blankets.
And those who time it right will be in a prime spot to view the colourful parade while they're in the rink. Slots are available to book now - with skating available up to 7pm - and the parade will be making its way from Ocean Road along the sea front at around 5pm.
