Ice rink reopens after essential maintenance

The rink at Guildford Spectrum leisure complex has reopened after three weeks of maintenance

An ice rink in Surrey has reopened after a three-week revamp.

The rink at Guildford Spectrum leisure complex has been closed since 10 June.

The maintenance work included removing the ice, repainting the concrete ice pad and the installation of new arena lighting.

Freedom Leisure, which manages the rink, said the refurbishment was “designed to enhance the experience for all future visitors”.

The maintenance work began with the refrigeration unit being turned off, which allowed staff to break up the ice.

Once the ice was removed, exposing the 1,800 sq metre concrete ice pad beneath, staff painted the pad white, as well as the lines for ice hockey and sponsor logos.

Melanie Main, general manager of the centre, said: “This investment by Freedom Leisure underlines our commitment to Guildford Spectrum and the improvements will benefit everyone who uses the ice rink."

New rink boards and kick boards were also installed.

'Attractive destination'

Freedom Leisure will also undertake improvements works every two years at the centre.

A Guildford Spectrum spokeswoman said: “These improvements demonstrate Freedom Leisure's commitment to providing a first-class ice rink experience for the Guildford community.

“With enhanced lighting and upgraded facilities, the Guildford Spectrum is set to become an even more attractive destination for ice skating and hockey enthusiasts for years to come.”

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