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John Lewis Opens Rooftop Ice Rink

The ice rink is part of its “Frost Fair”

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6 years ago

October 24, 2018

Leading up to the holiday season, John Lewis & Partners (London) has unveiled in its Oxford Street store the John Lewis Frost Fair, which is a nod to the 17th-century tradition where shop owners would sell hot gin when the River Thames froze over.

Consequently, the department store has opened a rooftop ice rink and is serving a range of hot gin cocktails at the rooftop bar. Customers can also book hideaway booths where they are sheltered from the cold weather and can order a variety of hot food including freshly baked pies.

The rooftop festivities are open through January 6, according to Good Housekeeping.

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