National Ice Centre
National Ice Centre
Ages
All ages
Price
£££
Typical visit
~2 hours
The National Ice Centre in Nottingham is a fantastic destination for families wanting to experience ice skating in a professional setting. Home to the Nottingham Lions ice hockey team, the centre welcomes skaters of all abilities with dedicated family sessions, toddler skating times, and private party options. Whether you're a complete beginner or a confident skater, the centre offers a fun, safe environment where children and adults can enjoy this exciting winter sport together.
Facilities
What to bring
- Warm layers and a fleece or jumper as ice rinks are cold
- Thick socks (or specialist skating socks) to wear under skates for comfort and warmth
- A small towel to dry skates and a spare pair of socks in case of wet feet
- Hair ties if you have long hair, to keep it out of your face while skating
- A change of clothes or at least dry trousers as children often get damp from falls
Top tips
- Book ahead for family sessions to secure your preferred time slot and avoid disappointment, especially during school holidays and weekends.
- Arrive 20-30 minutes early to allow time for collecting skates, getting changed, and teaching children how to put them on properly.
- Check the ice centre's website for toddler-specific sessions which are shorter and less crowded, perfect for young beginners building confidence.
- Invest in your own skates if you visit regularly, as hired skates may be worn and uncomfortable after heavy use.
- Use the barriers and skating aids available for younger or less confident skaters to help them build balance and confidence.
Practical details
All ages years
2 hours
Pushchair friendly
No dogs
Toddler sessions available for young skaters, family sessions for all ages and abilities.
Open year-round with consistent opening hours.
Accessibility
Tags
Location
Bolero Square, Belward Street, Nottingham NG1 1LA
NG1 1LA
Paid parking lot available on site.