It’s been a while since our last update, and while we’re overdue some news on the refurbishment of Basingstoke Ice Rink, that doesn’t mean things have been quiet behind the scenes at the Junior Bison! Our board recently met for the first time since the rink closure to discuss the next steps and where we…
After years of waiting, we’ve been informed that the rink will officially close at the end of the day on November 3rd, 2024 to begin a long-overdue refurbishment! 🥳 While we’re sad to say goodbye temporarily, this is the start of something we’ve been hoping and fighting for – a fresh, renewed facility for ice…
Thank you to everyone who showed up last night in support of our rink and the campaign for temporary ice. It means so much to see the community stand together, even when the odds seem stacked against us. Unfortunately, the council meeting unfolded much as we expected – the administration continues to provide hollow promises…
Temporary Rink Discussions: An Update from Full Council Meeting At the recent full council meeting, there were discussions regarding the possibility of setting up a temporary rink in Basingstoke while the current rink undergoes repairs. Here’s what we know so far: The report on the costs of a temporary rink was delivered verbally as the…
As the summer winds down, we find ourselves in a familiar place of uncertainty with the status of Planet Ice Basingstoke. While the rink remains open for now, there’s a palpable sense of preparation in the air. Other ice rink users have started to tidy up and clean their spaces—could this be in preparation for…
