Fen skating takes place when a meadow floods and then freezes, meaning the ice is very shallow - unlike with frozen lakes or rivers. David Smith, 57, who helps organise the activity, said ...

By Nancy Huddleston, Correspondent Some people pulled it behind them, others cradled it in their arms and a few carried it upright. But no matter the method, a bunch of buckthorn was removed from ...

Competitive skating began in the Fens in 1879, and since then speed skaters have vied for the world or Fenland title whenever a Fen has frozen long enough to allow the championships to be held.

Fen skating takes place when a meadow floods and then freezes, meaning the ice is very shallow - unlike with frozen lakes or rivers. David Smith, 57, who helps organise the activity, said ...

Fen skating takes place when a meadow floods and then freezes, meaning the ice is very shallow - unlike with frozen lakes or rivers. David Smith, 57, who helps organise the activity, said: "It was ...