THE opening of the ice rink at Westquay has been delayed for several days.

The attraction will now be open for visitors on Tuesday. It was due to open on Friday.

Organisers say the event was postponed due to adverse weather conditions affecting setting up the rink.

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Westquay On Ice, on The Esplanade outside the shopping centre, will now run from November 15 to January 2.

As well as the 600 square metre ice rink, there will also be an Après Bar serving mulled wine, winter cocktails, hot chocolate and Stein's of German beer.

The bar will open tomorrow as planned.

There will also be mini chalets for groups of festive get-togethers, which can be booked in two-hour time slots.

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