Here are our top picks of this winter’s most stunning ice skating rinks across the UK in 2025.
England
Skate at Somerset House
Where: Somerset House, London
When: 12th November to 11th January 2026
Price: Adults £15 – £28.50, Children from £10 + one off transaction fee of £2.95
Web: Book tickets for Ice Skating at Somerset House
One of the classic UK skating rinks and one of our favourite Christmas experiences in London. The ice rink is set in the Edmond J. Safra Fountain Courtyard which makes the most stunning surroundings as you skate within the courtyard next to the 40ft Christmas tree. For children the rink offers skate aids to accompany you around the rink.
Skate at Hampton Court Palace
Where: Hampton Court Palace, Surrey
When: 21st November, until January 4th 2026
Web: Book tickets for Ice Skating at Hampton Court Palace
Hampton Court Palace is a magical venue for winter ice skating. Set in the gardens of Henry VIII’s former residence, as you skate take in the views of the Tudor palace made even more spectacular with floodlit colours lighting the building as it gets dark. Alongside fewer skaters for a more intimate experience – they are enhancing the traditions of Hampton Court Palace Ice Rink and taking years of a traditional London winter staple into a whole new atmosphere.
With a double layered ice design for smoother longer-lasting skate sessions, fresh and updated lace-up skates for comfort, every detail is crafted for the perfect winter skate. Skate aids are available here for beginners. After skating visit the cafe for some drinks and mince pies and combine your skate with a visit to the palace itself.
Glide at Battersea Power Station
Where: Battersea Power Station
When: November 7 to January 4, 2026
Price: From £18.70; child from £11.54 – family tickets also available
Web: Book tickets for Ice Skating at Glide at Battersea Power Station
This is one of our favourite ice skating rinks in London and it’s also one of the capitals newest places to skate, which returns again for 2025. Set against the backdrop of one of London’s most iconic buildings, Battersea Power Station. Skate aids are available for children which need to be pre-booked. As if skating under the chimneys wasn’t iconic enough already, new for 2025 is their brand new skate trail and the only one in London.
Ice Rink at Canary Wharf, London
Where: Ice Rink Canary Wharf, Canada Square Park, Canary Wharf, London,
When: October 25 to February 22, 2026
Price: from £13.95
Web: Further information about Ice Skating at Ice Rink Canary Wharf.
The ice rink at Canary Wharf returns in 2025. The location for this large rink is spectacular, set amongst the skyscrapers of Canary Wharf and its undercover setting protects against any inclement weather.
Skate Leicester Square, London
Where: Leicester Square, London
When: 1st November to 4th January 2026
Price: Tickets for 45 minute sessions are £14.50 for adults, £9.50 for kids and £40 for families.
Web: Book tickets for Skate Leicester Square
A brand new ice rink is arriving in London year, and it doesn’t get much more central than this rink. Located right in the heart of Leicester is this beautifully designed circular rink.
They’ll run 45-minute skate sessions that kick off every 15 minutes between 10am and 10pm each day throughout the festive period , so you can spin around the ice before sipping on a mulled wine and enjoy a potter around the market afterwards.
Queen’s House Ice Rink, London
Where: Queen’s House, Greenwich
When: 21st November to 4th January 2026
Price:Adult tickets start from £19, children from £16.50 and families from £49.95.
Web: Book tickets for Skate Leicester Square
It’s not often you get to ice skate against the backdrop of a UNESCO World Heritage Site. After taking a year off in 2024, the famous Queen’s House ice rink is returning for the festive season in Greenwich, and this time they’ve introduced a new ‘Pit Lane’ where you can break for a hot chocolate or mulled wine before hitting the ice again. Because this is further out of the city centre, this is often a quieter spot, meaning you can skate with more space
Hyde Park Winter Wonderland
Where: Hyde Park, London
When: 14 November – 1 January 2026,
Price: £11.50; child £8.50 plus Winter Wonderland entry free
Web: Book tickets for Ice Skating at Hyde Park Winter Wonderland
The huge Winter Wonderland at London’s Hyde Park boasts one of the largest ice skating rink in the UK. It’s built around the gorgeous Victorian bandstand and set under a canopy of twinkling lights so its even more magical skating here after dark. Kids will also enjoy the festive atmosphere here with numerous funfair rides and attractions to keep all the family happy.
The Royal Pavilion Ice Rink
Where: Royal Pavilion, Brighton
When: Oct 25th – Jan 4th, 2026
Price: from £15pp adults, £12.00 children under 12, free entry for spectators
Web: Book tickets for the Royal Pavilion Ice Rink
Skate against the amazing backdrop of the extravagant Royal Pavilion and what makes this ice rink unique is that its powered entirely by green energy. Try and visit from dusk onwards as the lights shimmering on the Pavilion create unique surroundings.
Ice Skate Birmingham
Where: Centenary Square, Birmingham
When: 1st November until 4th January 2026
Price: from £12pp adults, £11.00 children under 12, free entry for spectators
Web: Book tickets here
Voted yearly as one of the UK’s best ice-skating rink, this weatherproof ice rink boasts 600 square metres of ice with a 30m x 30m Ice Rink. Located in Centenary Square, it’s joined by the Big Wheel, providing tremendous views of Birmingham and the people ice skating below.
Ice skating at Warwick Castle
Where: Warwick Castle, Warwick
When: 22 November – 4 January 2026
Price: from £21.00
Web: Book tickets here
This is one of the best and most unique skating rinks in the country. This open air ice rink is surrounded by the walls of Warwick Castle creating a picture perfect backdrop. Once at Warwick Castle also check out their other Christmas themed events including Christmas feasts in the Great Hall, carols at the Castle and winter bird of prey displays.
Bath On Ice
Where: Royal Pavillion, Bath
When: 14th November to 4th January 2026
Price: Adults from £16.00
Web: Book tickets here
Bath is one of favourite cities to visit in the UK and at Christmas it gets even better especially with the city’s 1000 square metre atmospheric rink near Victoria Park. Skate aids and sleds are bookable for toddlers, and the rink has some great family deals. New for 2025 is their Christmas Tree Maze, a cosy labyrinth of twinkling evergreens to explore.
Ice skating at Eden Project
Where: Eden Project, Cornwall
When: 21 Nov – 4 Jan 2026
Price: Tickets from £10 per child, from £13 per adult, plus entry to the Eden Project
Web: Book tickets here
The Eden Project might be more well known for its tropical biomes, but their indoor ice skating rink is a hidden gem and is truly spectacular. This year expect lots of Narnia styled lanterns and a tree-lined tunnel leading you into the biome and lots of twinkly lights
Scotland
Edinburgh
George Street Ice Rink
My hometown and favourite city, Edinburgh is truly magical over the Christmas period. This year the ice rink has moved and undergone a transformation into one of the coolest and most unique in the country. The Alpine Rink will allow skaters to glide up and down George Street taking in the stunning Georgian architecture. Afterwards visit East Princes Street Gardens just below Edinburgh Castle, for lots of family friendly attractions and Christmas stalls.
Where: George Street, Edinburgh
When: 20 November – 04 January 2026
Price: from TBC
Web: Book tickets here
Ice skating at Aberdeen Christmas Village
Where: Bond Street, Aberdeen
When: 13 November to Wednesday 31 December 2025
Price: Tickets from £5 per person.
Web: Book tickets here
This open air ice skating rink is the centrepiece of the Christmas celebrations in Aberdeen. Set against the stunning backdrop of Marischal College this rink provides a chance to skate on real ice under twinkling fairy lights while your family and friends watch from the viewing area and enjoy the refreshments on offer within the Village.
Wales
Cardiff’s Winter Wonderland
Where: Castle Grounds, Cardiff
When: 13th November to 4th January 2026
Price: Child (3-16) £11.00 and Adult £13.50
Web: Book tickets here
This is a really popular choice for families visiting Wales because of its gorgeous location. Returning to the beautiful grounds of Cardiff Castle, the Ice Skating Rink and Ice Walk, set against the backdrop of the Norman Keep. The undercover ice rink, with the scenic Ice Walk, is a great way to kick off that festive feeling.
Skate at ICC Wales
Where: S K A T E at ICC Wales, Coldra Woods, Newport
When: 9 December – 3 January 2026
Web: Book tickets for Skate at ICC Wales
The ice rink returns back to the ICC at the Celtic Manor resort and is a great choice for families. With their real ice indoor rink, themed live performances and festive treats around every corner.
Waterfront Winterland Swansea
Where: Waterfront, Swansea
When: 21 November – 4th January 2026
Price: Child (3-14) £9.00 and Adult (15+) £11.00
Web: Book tickets here
One of our favourite skating rinks in Wales has returned in the gorgeous location of the musuem grounds at Swansea’s stunning waterfront marina area of the city. The ice rink at Swansea Waterfront Winterland offers a skating experience, set in a festive undercover setting to ensure fun regardless of the weather.