Malmesbury Abbey has once again transformed into a temporary skatepark.

For the 11th year in a row, the 12th century abbey has transformed for hundreds of young children during half term.

The event opened on Wednesday morning and runs each day and evening until Friday with sessions from 10am to 9pm.

The festival will conclude with the Abbey Skate celebration service on Sunday, February 24, at 4pm, featuring one hour of fun songs, games, snacks, a short talk and a chance to see the first viewing of the Abbey Skate 2019 video.

Thanks to Paul Nicholls for taking these fantastic photos and videos from the first day of the Malmesbury Skate.