Where to go ice skating North West England
Ice skating is a fun way to spend time with your kids. I’ve rounded up all the places you can go ice skating North West. I’ve found some permanent ice rinks in most regions of North West England and also lots of temporary Christmas ice skating North West venues. This post is part of a series of posts on Christmas Events North West.
I’ve done my best to add the details of all these events/ice rinks accurately and keep it up to date but I strongly advise you to click through and check on the organiser’s website to ensure the dates and opening times have not changed.
Ice skating Cheshire
Planet ice Widnes
Planet Ice Widnes is an indoor ice rink in Widnes that is open all year round. There are public skating sessions, lessons, birthday parties and regular events too.
Price for a family of 4 – £54
Find out more and book here – Planet ice Widnes
Northwich ice rink – Temporary Christmas ice rink – book now for 2025
When: 29th & 30th November 2025
Where – indoor skate rink. Located between H&M and The Entertainer in Barons Quay
This is a realistic alternative to real ice rink.
Adults £9.50 (13 +), children £6.50
Full details here – Skate Your Way to Christmas in Northwich
On ice Cheshire Oaks – Temporary Christmas ice rink – book now for 2025
When – 24th October 2025 – 4th January 2026
Where – Cheshire Oaks, Kinsey Road, Ellesmere Port, CH65 9JJ
45 minute sessions
Price for a family of 4 – £31
Full details here – On Ice Cheshire Oaks
Ice skating Manchester
Planet ice Altrincham
Planet Ice Altrincham is an indoor ice rink in Altrincham that is open all year round. There are public skating sessions, lessons, birthday parties and regular events too.
Price for a family of 4 – £54
Find out more and book here – Planet Ice Altrincham
Skate Manchester – Temporary ice rink – book now for 2025
Open 25th October 2025 – 4th January 2026
This is a covered outdoor ice rink.
Price for a family of 4 – £52 – £59
Book here – SKATE MANCHESTER
Santa’s village Ice rink, Rochdale – 2025 details
When – 21st November 2025 – 4th January 2026
Where – Town hall, the Esplanade, Rochdale, OL16 1AZ
Sessions last 45 minutes. The rink is covered but still outdoors. Real ice, skate aids available.
Adults £13.50 (from age 13), children over 4 £9.50, skate aids £5
Book here – Santa’s village Ice rink
Ice skating at the Trafford Centre – temporary Christmas Ice Rink – book now for 2025
When – 22nd November 2025 – 5th January 2026
Embark on a 45 minute ice-skating adventure and glide into the festive spirit on the shimmering ice rink, surrounded by festive cheer and sparkling lights. Skate under the stars with friends and family, before warming up with a cup of hot chocolate.
Tickets for ice skating and the Christmas fairground must be purchased separately. Ice skating tickets are £18.70 for everyone 13+ and £15.40 for children for a 45-minute ice skating session.
Discount tickets at 41% off are available here – Ice skating at the Trafford Centre
Book full price tickets here – Christmassive – The Trafford Centre
Ice skating at Dunham Barns – temporary Christmas ice rink – no details yet for 2025
When – no confirmed dates yet but these are 2023 details and it is back.
Synthetic ice rink. Sessions are for 1 hour.
£7 per person.
Book here – Events | The Dunham Barn
Ice skating Liverpool
Icebox Liverpool – temporary ice rink in Liverpool – Details for 2025
When: 17th November 2025 – 11th January 2026
Where: located in the Baltic Triangle just opposite from BOXPARK Liverpool.
Family of 4 – £34, Kids skate free in January!, adults £10
Nestled in the heart of the Baltic Triangle, this enchanting ice rink is set to bring the joy of winter to life.
Whether you’re gliding gracefully with loved ones or laughing with friends, there’s something for everyone!
Sessions are 45 minutes long.
Book here – Ice Skate in Liverpool – BOXPARK
Otterspool on ice, Otterspool Adventure – book now for 2025
When – starting 5th December 2025
45 minute on real ice skating rink.
Family of 4 ticket £40
Book here – Otterspool On Ice
Ice skating at Liverpool Winter Festival 2025
When – 21st November 2025 – 5th January 2025
Where – Pier Head, Liverpool
£9.99 – £12.99 depending on the date
Book here – Liverpool Winter festival
Ice skating Lancashire
Planet ice Blackburn
Planet Ice Blackburn is an indoor ice rink in Blackburn that is open all year round. There are public skating sessions, lessons, birthday parties and regular events too.
Tickets for 1 family of 4 – from £54
Find out more and book here – Planet Ice Blackburn
Blackpool pleasure beach Ice rink
The ice rink at Blackpool pleasure beach is an indoor attraction that is open all year round. It is used for events and training sessions so you do need to check the timetable.
Tickets for a family of 4 – £60 (plus £16 for 4 sets of skates)
Find out more and book here – Blackpool Pleasure Beach Ice Rink
Lancaster on ice – Temporary Christmas Ice Rink – book now for 2025
Temporary Christmas ice rink
Open from 21st November 2025 to 4th January 2026,
This is a real ice, outdoor skating rink open for the Christmas season.
Adults £16.50, child £13.50 (peak prices, lower cost sessions also available)
Find out more and book here – Lancaster On Ice
FREE ice rink at Christmas by the sea Blackpool – Temporary Christmas ice rink – details for 2025
When – 15th November 2025 – 5th January 2026
Free synthetic ice rink, spanning 20 meters in length. No advance booking required. Can accommodate up to 60 skaters at once. Free skate hire including skate aids and disability aids.
Full details here – Free Skating Rink | Christmas in Blackpool
Winter wonderland Chorley – Temporary Christmas ice rink – details for 2025
When – 13th December 2025 – 4th January 2026
This is a 60ft by 40ft real ice rink which is returning to the town centre as part of Chorley’s Winter Wonderland. There’ll also be children’s rides and Tipi.
£8 per person or £25 for 2 adults and 2 children
Book here – Enjoy a magical Christmas in Chorley
Preston on ice – temporary Christmas ice rink – details for 2025
When – 22nd November 2025 – 4th January 2026
Real 400m² ice rink. £10 per person including skate hire.
Full details here – Preston on ice
The concourse skating rink, Skelmersdale – Details for 2025
When – 21st November 2025 – 4th January 2026
Located in the heart of The Concourse Shopping Centre, this stunning synthetic ice rink offers all the fun of real ice skating without the chill! Whether you’re gliding for the first time or showing off your best spins, it’s the perfect winter day out for families, friends, and groups.
£6 per person
Book here – The concourse skating rink
Ice skating Cumbria
Skate by the lake, Another Place – book now for 2025
When – 17th November 2025 – 10th January 2026
The rink will be open to hotel guests and visitors every day.
Friday to Sunday: 10am-8pm
Monday & Tuesday: 3-8pm
Wednesday & Thursday: 12-8pm
Get your skates on as our ice rink returns to the shores of Ullswater. A 16ft Christmas tree, shimmering lights, snow-capped fells – and a 200-square-metre ice rink overlooking the lake – will transform the Another Place grounds this winter.
Family of 4 ticket – £60
Book here – Ice skating at Another Place, The Lake
More Christmas events North West
Find out Where to see Santa North West here.
Find all the Christmas Shows North West here.
Find all the Christmas markets North West here.
Find all the Christmas light trails North West here.
Find lots of Christmas walks North West here.
Looking for something to do on New years eve? Find ideas here – New Years Eve events for families North West.
