The event, called Frost Fair 200, will take place at Broadgate ice rink on Monday 3 February. It will turn back time to 1814 with free ice skating, market stalls, street games and live performances.
Frost fairs were held during the period known as the little ice age when the River Thames froze over. The fairs tempted Londoners onto the ice where tavern booths and stalls were set up to sell food, trinkets and children’s toys.
At Frost Fair 200 stalls will be selling hot and cold food, special treats and souvenirs reflecting those sold at the Thames two centuries ago. Winter warmers and BBQ food will be available from rink side Bar BBQ on Ice, as well as hot cider from the Corney and Barrow cider chalet.
Stilt walkers and minstrels will be among a series of entertainment, and visitors will be able to have a 45-minute free ice skating session during the event.
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