With Christmas 24 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.
Brighton Royal Pavilion's Ice Rink, Brighton, East Sussex (26th October 2024 - 5th January 2025)
Get out of the ice early this year at the Brighton's Royal Pavilion ice skating rink with opens from the end of October until January 2025, giving plenty of opportunity to slip, slide or glide your way across the ice. Powered entirely by Green Energy, this stunning setting provides the perfect backdrop for a festive day out ice skating with friends and family. Open daily from 9.30am - 9.30pm, the rinkside bar and cafe and outside terrace is open 9.30am til late.
Skate Bournemouth, Bournemouth, Dorset (14th November 2024 - 5th January 2025)
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 (15th November 2024 - 5th January 2025)
Windsor on Ice offers a great value day out for all the family, whatever the weather. The 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.
The Great Skate at Blenheim Palace, Oxfordshire (15th November 2024 - 1st January 2025)
This Christmas, make memories that last a lifetime with The Great Skate at Blenheim Palace, a brand-new experience for 2024. For the first time ever, come to skate with family and friends in the Palace's stunning Great Court on a spectacular, covered ice rink!
Portsmouth on Ice, Portsmouth, Hampshire (23rd November 2024 - 5th January 2025)
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, 646sqm ice rink installed in Guildhall Square - big enough for 200 skaters per session.
Eastbourne's Lightning Fibre Ice Rink, East Sussex (29th November 2024 - 31st December 2024)
Get your skates on with a visit to Eastbourne's Lightning Fibre Ice Rink, which returns from late November and throughout December. 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.
Skate into Quex this Christmas, Broadstairs, Kent (30th November 2024 - 5th January 2025)
Back for 2024, Skate into Quex this Christmas is even bigger and better! The real ice rink is back to let you skate your way into the Christmas spirit! Underneath the canopy of the Giant-Marquee, you can enjoy skating come rain or shine.
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Brighton
Skaters should aim to arrive 20 minutes before their chosen session. Customers arriving late will be allowed on the ice but may not have their full 45 minutes of skating.
Spectating is free of charge. You are very welcome to watch the skating from…
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BOURNEMOUTH
Whether you're a Dancing on Ice champion, a total newbie or just about anything in between, you can be sure to find some festive euphoria on the surface of our real, genuine ice.
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Woodstock
This Christmas, make memories that last a lifetime with The Great Skate at Blenheim Palace, a brand-new experience for 2024. For the first time ever, come to skate with family and friends in the Palace's stunning Great Court on a spectacular,…
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Windsor
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…
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Bournemouth
Spectacular Christmas tree trail, enchanting illuminations and seasonal family fun!
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Surrey
Get ready to experience the magic of the holiday season at Fabulously Festive, an enchanting Christmas event for families and Christmas lovers of all ages! Running from November 16, 2024, to January 5, 2025, at the stunning Hurtwood Park Polo…
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Winchester
Winchester Cathedral Christmas Market is recognised as one of the best in Europe. Taking place from 22nd November – 22nd December 2024, Winchester Cathedral's Christmas Market is renowned for its bustling atmosphere, stunning location and handpicked…
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Portsmouth
Get your skates on this festive season, as Portsmouth's Guildhall Square is transformed into a winter wonderland.
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Eastbourne
Get your skates on with a visit to Eastbourne's Lightning Fibre Ice Rink, which returns even bigger and better than before!
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Birchington
Back for 2024, Skate into Quex this Christmas is even bigger and better!