In the programme today we find out what special event takes place during the Christmas period at Somerset House in central London. We talk to the organiser of this event and two visitors.

Before you listen to the programme look at the comprehension questions below. You will hear the answers in the programme. You can try to answer them by following the link to the quiz in the Extras section.

1: What do we call the special area where people can ice skate?
2: What is a 'treat'?
3: What is a 'spectator sport'?

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	Ice Skating

Words and expressions from the programme

it was brilliant
we had a really good time

ice skating
to move over ice wearing special shoes with metal blades

annual treat
a special occasion that happens every year

gorgeous
very attractive

funky music
music which usually has a strong bass rythm

spectator sport
a sport that attracts more people watching than taking part

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