Ice skating is set to return to an exclusive hotel and health spa this Christmas.

The rink at Eastwell Manor, Champneys Hotel and Spa near Ashford, will officially open for skating on Friday, November 23, and run until Wednesday, January 2.

Get into the festive spirit with mulled wine, hot chocolate, toasted chestnuts and mince pies.

Last year the ice rink was launched at the exclusive venue after evidence was found that Queen Victoria used to skate on the frozen lake there almost 150 years ago.

Visitors can also do some shopping at Champneys' Christmas boutique.

A session of 50 minutes of skating and skate hire costs £14.50 and £9.50 pp for children under 12.

You can also bring the family and have a festive afternoon tea with 50 minutes of skating and skate hire for £99 for a family of two adults and two children, or £39 for adults and £19 for children under 12.

To book call 0843 561 2019 or 01233 213000.

To find out more about what's happening at Eastwell Manor this Christmas, go to eastwellmanor.co.uk/