10 Best Family-Friendly Ice Rinks To Visit This Winter
November 2, 2022 • Get OutdoorsIce skating is a super fun activity for the whole family and we’ve picked some of the best festive, family-friendly ice rinks for fun on the ice across the UK – get your skates on!
Read on for our round up of the best ice rinks for a great family day out.
1) Somerset House Ice Rink, London
When: 16 November 2022 – 15 January 2023
How much: adults from £10-£22, children from £8.50
Skate at Somerset House with Moët & Chandon returns, promising a spectacular season of celebration in the heart of London. The magnificent ice rink, now with bigger skate space, transforms the neoclassical courtyard into the essential winter destination, complete with a glorious 40ft Christmas tree, with specially curated decorations from Moët & Chandon, providing perfect picture moments.
2) Royal Pavilion Ice Rink, Brighton
When: 29 October 2022 – 8 January 2023
How much: adults from £12, children from £9
The Royal Pavilion Ice Rink is located next to the gorgeous pavilion built for King George IV. It is perfect for young skaters and their families. Penguin skate aids are available for little skaters 1.2m tall or less and dual blades (bob skates) are available for younger skaters.
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3) Eden Project Ice Skating Rink, Bodelva, Cornwall
Saturday 15 October 2022 – Sunday 19 February 2023
How much: adults £8 – £10, children £7 – £8 (plus Eden admission required)
Combine a family ice skating session with a visit to this must-visit Cornwall attraction. Eden Project Ice Skating Rink is perfect for your little skaters. The family fun skate sessions take place on Sunday mornings and are for parents with children (12 and under), including free use of skating aids. Wrap up warm and enjoy the ice!
4) Hampton Court Palace Ice Rink, Surrey
When: 17 November 2022 – 8 January 2023
How much: adults from £17.50, children from £13, family ticket from £49
This open-air ice rink is located in front of the palace and you can attend a daytime skate or an evening one when you’ll get to see the palace lit up with multi-coloured lights. After all that skating, why not refuel at the ice rink cafe and bar. Get your skates on and enjoy that wonderful festive feeling.
5) Centre for Life Ice Rink, Newcastle upon Tyne
When: 12 November 2022 – 15 January 2023
How much: adult £13.50, children from £10, family ticket £40
Head to Newcastle to test your skating skills at this open-air ice rink in Times Square. It’s located right next to the Centre for Life which is packed with educational science exhibitions and activities, as well as a planetarium.
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6) The Ice Factor, York
When: 18 November 2022 – 8 January 2023
How much: adults £3.50, children £12.50
Put your skates on and enjoy a lovely family day out at the North of England’s largest outdoor ice rink which includes a 30ft Christmas tree in the centre. There’s a rinkside cafe for hot drinks and treats and a vintage funfair.
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7) Exeter’s Winter Wonderland
When: 17 November 2022 – 2 January 2023
How much: adults from £14, children from £12
Set in the heart of the city, this is Exeter’s first Winter Wonderland where you can skate in an undercover real ice rink. You’ll have 45 mins to enjoy a skating session with the family and then a chance to visit the other attractions, such as the funfair, the food court and games stalls.
8) Bath on Ice, Bath
When: 12 November 2022 – 3 January 2022
How much: adults £13.50, children £12, family ticket £44
Take to the ice, with 1000 square metres for children to practice their skating skills. You can rent new ‘sled’ skate aids for younger skaters plus there’s Toddler Time sessions on weekday mornings until 10th December between 11.45am – 1pm. After your skating session, grab some food or try a game of Glow Golf, located next to the ice rink.
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9) Winter Wonderland, London
When: 18 November 2022 – 2 January 2023
How much: adults from £10.50, children from £7.50 (plus Winter Wonderland admission required)
Located in the heart of London in Hyde Park, immerse yourself in all things festive for 6 weeks from Friday 18th November to Monday 2nd January. Let’s make it one to remember as we celebrate our 15th Edition. Come and enjoy the ultimate party this festive season in true Winter Wonderland style. The countdown is on for this November! Offering a wide variety of attractions, activities, entertainment, food, drinks and so much more, we guarantee there’s something for everyone!
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10) Windsor on Ice, Windsor
When: 18 November 2022 – 8 January 2023
How much: adults £14.50, children £12.50, family ticket £46
Windsor On Ice offers a great value day out for all the family, regardless of the weather, as our main ice skating rink is fully covered. An excellent, fun venue for days out with the children, and a great experience for anyone who wants to ice skate on real ice over the festive period.
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