The build up and buzz to Christmas 2021 is well underway now and one of our favourite family festive activities is ice skating. There’s something so nostalgic about putting on a pair of skates and slipping around the rink. Here’s our guide to the best ice skating experiences available this year.
*I’ll be updating this post regularly so keep checking back*
Centre For Life, Newcastle
Dates: 13th November 2021 – 9th January 2022
Where: Times Square, NE1 4EP
About: “We are delighted to confirm that our much-loved, open-air ice rink will return this winter. Tickets for timed slots can be purchased online in advance. Some slots will be kept free for walk-ups – but booking is advised to avoid disappointment.”
Prices: Adult – £11.50, Child – £9.00, Under 4’s – £4.00
Booking & Further Details: https://www.life.org.uk/events/ice-skating
Keel Square, Sunderland
Dates: 27th November 2021 – 3rd January 2022
Where: Keel Square, SR1 3LH
About: “Ready to deliver a magical winter experience for people of all ages we promise to give you the best year yet at Sunderland Ice Rink with our fantastic new all weather rink – say goodbye to the rain and wind we now have a huge marquee covering us from the elements!”
Prices: Adult – £10.00, Child – £8.00, Under 4’s – £3.00
Booking & Further Details: https://sunderlandicerink.co.uk
Manor Walks, Cramlington
Dates: 2nd December 2021 – 2nd January 2022
Where: Manor Walks Shopping Centre, NE23 6UT
About: “Join us at Manor Walks Shopping Centre for festive fun with a glide on our first ever real ice rink! Grab your skates and enjoy the 32x 15m open air ice rink and enjoy the perfect day out with friends and family.”
Prices: Adult – £9.00, Child – £6.00
Booking & Further Details: https://www.manorwalks.co.uk/news-events/events/festive-ice-rink/
Metro Centre, Gateshead
Dates: 9th November 2021 – 31st December 2021
Where: Exhibition Square, NE11 9YG
About: “We’ve brought the outdoors indoors this year with our magical Arctic Experience. Little kids, and big kids too, can skate on our synthetic ice rink, grab a selfie on our enchanted throne, and watch the magical snow fall indoors.”
Prices: £2 per person
Booking & Further Details: https://themetrocentre.co.uk/whats-on/events/arctic-experience
Ocean Beach, South Shields
Dates: 26th November 2021 – 9th January 2022
Where: Sea Road, NE33 2LA
About: “With Festive food stalls, Bar, our very own real ice skating rink and of course some of your favourite rides and arcades are open daily too.”
Prices: Adult – £9.00, Child – £7.00
Booking & Further Details: https://www.oceanbeach.co.uk/events/ice-skating-and-winter-wonderland/
Winter Winderland, Gosforth
Dates: 19th November 2021 – 2nd January 2022
Where: Racecourse, NE3 5HP
About: “We have something for all the family – from thrilling rides, attractions and an ice rink to Santa Claus himself & his reindeer. This is not one to be missed! We look forward to seeing you there!”
Prices: Adult – £9.50, Child – £7.50 (general admission tickets also need to be purchased)
Booking & Further Details: https://www.winterwonderlandnewcastleracecourse.co.uk/events/ice-skating-book-online.php
Winter Wonderland At Rainton Arena, Houghton-Le-Spring
Dates: 26th November 2021 – 2nd January 2022
Where: DH4 5PH
About: “Grab Your Skates And Come And Join Us At Our Real Open Air Ice Rink. Kick Off The Winter Season With Some Festive Skating, Open Daily. Stretch Out And Practice Your Skating Moves And Enjoy The Afternoon Sun As It Glistens On The Ice; Soak Up The Romantic Atmosphere At Twilight, Or Skate After Dark Under The Stars.”
Prices: TBC
Booking & Further Details: https://raintonarena.co.uk/events/
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