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 (28 Oct 2023 - 7th Jan 2024)

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.

Worthing Ice Rink, West Sussex (4th Nov 2023 - 18th Feb 2024)

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 (10th Nov 2023 - 7th Jan 2024)

Southampton’s premium ice-skating experience returns for both beginners and ice-skating aficionados. Bring in the festive cheer with Southampton’s favourite one of a kind ice skating experience. 

Skate Bournemouth, Bournemouth, Dorset (16th Nov 2023 - 3rd Jan 2024)

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 (17th Nov 2023 - 7th January 2024)

Windsor on Ice offers a great value day out for all the family, whatever the weather. Our main ice rink is fully covered and we now have a smaller children’s rink, also undercover as well as an outside open air skating track with the beautiful views of Windsor Castle.

Ice Skating in The Park, Bognor Regis, West Sussex (23rd November 2023 - 7th January 2024)

Ice Skating in The Park is bigger and better this year at the location in London Road Coach Park, measuring in at 30 x 20 metres, the whole family can enjoy a traditional style rectangular Ice Rink.

The Queens House Ice Rink, Greenwich (23rd Nov - 7th January 2024)

Take to the ice against the majestic backdrop of the historic Queens House in the heart of Greenwich's UNESCO World Heritage Site.  With views over Greenwich Park and the glittering lights of London, its a magical place to celebrate the winter season with family and friends.

Portsmouth on Ice, Portsmouth, Hampshire (25th Nov 2023 - 7th January 2024)

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 (9th Dec 2023 - 31st Dec 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.