Hastings Forum

Does anyone know if the old ice rink is still there? I seem to remember it being near or at the same place as "White Rock Baths".

Long since gone, my dear!
Originally opened in 1874, when the promenade was only 10 feet wide, the roof of the underground public baths complex formed part of the parade extension.
There were two baths, and the one furthest from the pier was originally intended as an aquarium, (like Brighton?) but owing to lack of funds it was opened as a small 'baths' opportunity for ladies.
This smaller 'White Rock Baths' was later transformed into the 'Baths' Cinema, which opened in 1913, with seating for over 1,600 people.
It then changed again from Cinema to Ice Rink circa 1979.
Then the Ice Rink closed around 1997.
The much larger 'Baths' are now a BMX Bike and skateboard playground, called 'The Source'.

Today as I walked past the old small baths /ice rink ( opposite the crime museum )
they have railings all around to stop people looking over the walls
I was able to see that inside they have some scaffolding and seem to be making repairs ?
Not sure what they are up to but at least something is being done.

Is there any info on what's being worked on?