We are back for 2025!
This years sessions mark the continuation of our residency in the amazing surroundings of the Grand Hall. 114 years ago the Grand Pavilion was built with a theatre space and ballroom. Pretty soon the ballroom was also hosting roller discos so Skate121 are absolutely delighted to keep roller discos in "The Pav".
Two and a half hours of skating, not in the old ballroom (that is now the museum) downstairs but upstairs in the theatre. There is not enough of a seating area for spectators so this is another session for skaters who are able to come and skate independently. Skate the room, slalom, throw in some moves, have a chat, and then dance some more... Just skate :-)
The floor sounds amazing to roll over as you feel and hear the history of the place. Old polished floorboards that have stood the test of time provide a unique skating experience. Imagine a pirate ship made ready to skate!
The whole building is a work in progress as the current custodians bring the whole building back to life in the most efficient way possible but we can start to enjoy skating the space (and bringing back old memories of how it used to be) now, and they have heating this year as well. Bonus for those of you who have skated The Pav during the colder months.
The small bar will be available for hot and cold drinks and snacks (nuts and crisps) and other things you might expect at a bar. We will however be retiring across the road to The Fishpond to chill, have a drink, swap stories and listen to the amazing free bands they have on, so we don't have to mix drinks and skates. It's always been a great way to wind the evening up, so it's staying :-)
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