The Oxford ice rink has been forced to close due to the hot weather and to carry out ice maintenance.

The ice rink will be closed today and on Wednesday, but a spokesman has said staff are hoping to reopen on Thursday.

The ice rink’s spokesman apologised for any inconvenience caused.

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The Oxford ice rink is operated by Fusion lifestyle and usually it is open until 1.30am on Tuesday and Wednesday.

On Thursday, it is open until 10.45pm.

The rink is also accessible to children as skate aids can be hired for sessions for only £5.20 and they are sold on a first come first served basis.

The skate aids are strictly limited to children aged 14 and under.