MANY thanks to all concerned for a magical weekend in York's Swinegate quarter.

People of all ages enjoyed the ice sculptures, demonstrations, singing, and acting amid the "snow".

This is the kind of event that makes York a special city.

Forget advertising Christmas trees and fun fairs.

Mrs P Robinson,

Ashley Park Road,

Stockton Lane, York.

Updated: 11:13 Monday, December 20, 2004