Winter fun in the capital arrives on September 30th and October 1st with a special Swiss-themed pre-Christmas event, taking place at Broadgate Circle. A little bit of Switzerland will be transported to the heart of the City, with the creation of a 5m x 20m long ski slope adjacent to Liverpool Street station.
A range of adrenalin fuelled winter sporting activities will be showcased on the ski slope, including professional ski and snowboard stunts. There are opportunities for the public to enjoy free and unlimited snow tubing (sledging on giant inflatable rubber rings.
For the second year in succession the people of Switzerland are preparing to invade Liverpool Street – offering some great holiday ideas for the people of London.
The Swiss Extravaganza at Broadgate Circle on Wednesday September 30th and Thursday October 1st will see a little bit of alpine charm transported to the heart of the City.
The highlight will be the creation of a 5 x 20 metre long ski slope adjacent to Liverpool Street Station, allowing a range of adrenalin fuelled winter sporting activities to be showcased. These are set to include professional ski and snowboard stunts.
There will also be opportunities for the public to enjoy free and unlimited snow tubing (sledging on giant inflatable rubber rings).
Julie Plant, managing director of Emmi UK, which will also be exhibiting at the event, commented: “It’s not every day you see a real ski slope pop up in central London, and we are delighted to be involved with this special event once again.
“It’s been a tough year in the City and we hope that we can help get the capital’s workers and residents into the mood for some fun in the snow as the winter months arrive.”
http://www.swiss.com/countries/GB/local_content/Pages/winterexpo_broadgate.aspx
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