Christmas Ice Rinks

With Christmas just around the corner, why not treat the family to a visit to one of South East England's ice rinks.  Whether your a talented figure skater or trying skating on ice for the very first time, the festive season always offers a wealth of ice skating rinks in some fantastic settings for all the family to enjoy.  

We will guide you through some of the best ice rinks in the UK so don't forget to put your skates on and experience the joy of skating under the magical christmas lights.  Discover the best ice rinks lisited in opening date order.  

Best Ice Rinks in South East England

Brighton Royal Pavilion's Ice Rink, Brighton, East Sussex (29 Oct 2022 - 8th Jan 2023)

Celebrate a greener Christmas this year with the Royal Pavilion Ice Rink. Stunning, twinkly, romantic, child-friendly…and ice powered entirely by Green Energy, Brighton’s Royal Pavilion Ice Rink is open to the public  The Brighton outdoor rink is bigger than ever to ensure customers have plenty of room on the ice, and there’s a break of half an hour between sessions to enable socially distanced queuing and extended ‘clean downs’ between sessions.

Worthing Ice Rink, West Sussex (5th Nov 2022 - 19th Feb 2023)

Worthing Ice Rink will return to Steyne Gardens for the winter. All ages over four years are welcome to skate whatever your level of ability. Our colony of penguins, led by Puddles will be returning from the South Pole to assist our younger skaters.

WestQuay on Ice, Southampton (11th Nov 22 - 8th Jan 2023)

Take to the ice at WestQuay in Southampton against the stunning backdrop of the historic city walls.  Skating is available daily from 9am to 8pm, the ice rink will sit alongside an alpine ski lodge bar, open Mon - Fri 2pm till’ 11pm and Sat & Sun 9.30am till’ 11pm  with mini chalets available to book too. 

Skate Bournemouth, Bournemouth, Dorset (18th Nov 2022 - 3rd Jan 2023)

Located in Bournemouth's Lower Gardens this real ice rink offers the chance to get into the festive spirit and discover if you're a budding ice staking champion or not.  With toddler and school group sessions, plus a 10% discount for groups of 10 or more, you can combine your staking experience with the chance to wander the festive Christmas Tree Wonderland.  Don't miss the chance to enjoy some 'apres-skate' in Mogels Bar afterwards, with a  hot chocolate, mulled wine or a selection of draft beers. 

Windsor On Ice, Windsor (18th Nov 2022 - 8th Jan 2023)

Head to the historic Alexandra Gardens situated by the River Thames in Windsor to get your skates on this festive season. Located just a short walk from Windsor and Eton Central train station, this fully covered ice skating rink in the shadow of Windsor Castle, offers special 'Tiny Tuesday' sessions, penguin supports for those who need a helping hand and when your legs start to tire, you’ll find plenty more fun to be had, including live music, fair rides and food and drink stalls.  

Ice Skating on the Prom, Bognor Regis, West Sussex (24 Nov 2022 - 2nd Jan 2023)

Ice Skating on the Prom is BIGGER and BETTER this year in a new location in London Road Coach Park, measuring in at 30 x 20 metres, the whole family can enjoy a traditional style rectangular Ice Rink.

Portsmouth Ice Skating, Portsmouth, Hampshire (26th Nov 2022 - 8th Jan 2023)

Get your skates on this festive season, when Portsmouth's Guildhall Square is transformed into a winter wonderland. Portsmouth On Ice will see a real, 646sq m ice rink installed in Guildhall Square - big enough for 215 skaters per session.

Lightning Fibre Ice Rink Eastbourne, East Sussex (1st Dec 2022 - 8th Jan 2023)

Get your skates on with a visit to Eastbourne's Lightning Fibre Ice Rink, which returns even bigger and better than before! Open every day (except Christmas Day) this fully covered real ice rink is situated outside of the Enterprise Centre and Eastbourne Railway Station with ample parking and close to the nearby independent shops of Little Chelsea, The Beacon shopping mall, the boutiques of Cornfield and the eateries of Victoria Place.