The Norwich Ice Rink is returning to Castle Mall Gardens for its third year this December.

Eastern Daily Press: This year the ice rink will open on Friday, December 15 and run until Sunday 7 January, closing only on Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Years Day.This year the ice rink will open on Friday, December 15 and run until Sunday 7 January, closing only on Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Years Day. (Image: Archant)

Those planning to visit the rink over Christmas have until Sunday, November 12 to take advantage of a special money-saving offer.

A discount is currently available to those who use the code EARLYBIRD when booking online.

This will give you 10 per cent off of ticket prices, which cost £12 per adult and £8 for children and concessions.

Eastern Daily Press: This years rink is sponsored by the Sleeping Beauty pantomime at the Norwich Theatre Royal. Photo: Norwich Theatre RoyalThis years rink is sponsored by the Sleeping Beauty pantomime at the Norwich Theatre Royal. Photo: Norwich Theatre Royal (Image: Archant)

Family tickets are also available for £32 (two adults and two children) and skate aids can be hired for £4.

The rink is due to open in Castle Mall Gardens on Friday, December 15 and will run until January 7, closing only on Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Years Day.

Opening hours will be from 10am to 9pm daily, with the last skate session starting at 8pm.

Eastern Daily Press: This years rink is sponsored by the Sleeping Beauty pantomime at the Norwich Theatre Royal. Photo: Norwich Theatre RoyalThis years rink is sponsored by the Sleeping Beauty pantomime at the Norwich Theatre Royal. Photo: Norwich Theatre Royal (Image: Archant)

This year the rink is sponsored by the Sleeping Beauty pantomime at the Norwich Theatre Royal.

Made from real, glistening ice and complete with atmospheric lighting and festive music, the rink promises a smooth, traditional skating experience for the whole family.

Danielle Spurgeon, who got engaged at the rink in 2015, said: 'The Norwich rink has always been magical in my eyes, skating on the ice is like flying free and I can't wait to be back there this year!''

Stephanie Griffin, who worked at the rink last year added: 'I loved the authentic skating experience, synthetic rinks just don't compare.

'It's amazing how quickly you can pick up ice skating. With laughter, bravery and some festive spirit you can come a long way in one session!'

Snowy Joey' the 50ft snowman bouncy castle will also be making a return over the festive period as an extra treat for little ones.

If you want to secure your place on the rink, booking is now open at icerinknorwich.co.uk