Where To Go Ice Skating In London

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If the upcoming festive season has you itching to wedge your thick-socked feet into stiff blue skates, you’re not alone. While most of the festive and picturesque outdoor skating rinks are only open from mid November through to January, London is home to a select few year-round rinks to enjoy. Here are the best places to go ice skating in London.

If you’re looking for London’s festive outdoor ice rinks, find our full guide here

Best Ice Skating Rinks In London

Alexandra Palace Ice Rink

Alexandra Palace, Alexandra Palace Way, London N22 7AY

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For a picturesque skate at any time of the year, head over to the Ice Rink at Ally Pally, which has been open for over 30 years. Hundreds of thousands of people visit every year, with facilities for beginners right up to advanced skaters, with regular lessons hosted by qualified coaches. There are also regular ice hockey tournaments starring the Haringey Huskies and Ice Discos, too. alexandrapalace.com

Streatham Ice Arena

Streatham Ice & Leisure Centre, 390 Streatham High Rd, London SW16 6HX

Streatham’s leisure centre is home to an Olympic-size ice skating rink where visitors can skate for fun, brush up on their skating skills in lessons, or join the figure skating or ice dance clubs. active.lambeth.gov.uk

Lee Valley Ice Centre

Lee Valley Leisure Centre, Lea Bridge Rd, London E10 7QL

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The brand new Lee Valley Ice Centre is home to fun sessions and skating lessons for all ages and abilities. Plus, every Friday and Saturday night, cut some ice shapes at the Disco Sessions from 7.30–9.30pm. better.org.uk

Queens London

17 Queensway, London W2 4QP

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Queensway’s iconic Skate/Dine/Bowl venue is home to one of London’s best ice skating rinks – alongside curling, 12 bowling alleys, and mouthwatering food from MEATliquor. queens.london