Wondering where you can go ice skating in Bristol this Christmas season? Well, that’s excellent, because this handy article shows you all the places you can skate in and near Bristol in 2023. I’ve even included a festive roller skating rink because, you know, I’m generous like that!
I’ll show you where to find the indoor and outdoor skating rinks around Bristol; who is running accessible and quiet sessions and where you can take a wheelchair or a pushchair onto the ice.
Of course, I’m also including essential information, like ice-rink addresses, discounts, special promotions and details of where you can buy tickets to make it easy for you to book your festive skating session.
Most of these skating rinks are open until January 2024, so remember to bookmark this page if you’re looking for fun things to do in and around Bristol during the Christmas school holidays too!
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ICE SKATING IN BRISTOL
SKATE AND SEE SANTA AT PLANET ICE BRISTOL
Selected dates from 2nd December to Christmas Eve 2023
Skate and See Santa sessions are back at Planet Ice this festive season.
The Skate & See Santa ticket includes:
- Skating Session and Skate Hire for the Child
- Meet Santa & his Elves and listen to a Christmas Story
- A Gift from Santa
Tickets cost from £22 per child and include one complimentary spectator ticket per under 13 booked.
Looking to visit Father Christmas? For full details on where to find Santa in and around Bristol this Christmas, read this next!
Best Santa Grottos Bristol and Nearby: Christmas 2023
PUBLIC SKATING AT PLANET ICE
Bristol’s Permanent Ice Rink at Cribbs Causeway
Bristol’s Planet Ice opened its doors at Cribbs Causeway in 2021 and the sparkling new arena was a welcome addition.
The city had been without a permanent facility since the old Bristol ice rink in Frogmore Street, which was famously used by Olympic gold medallist, Robin Cousins, closed down in 2012.
Planet Ice offers public skating sessions, lessons and birthday parties.
A wide variety of lessons cater for all levels, from toddlers to advanced skaters. Some courses are exclusively for children, some for only adults and others are for families. These include:-
- Ice skating lessons
- School holiday skating courses
- Ice hockey lessons
- Synchro ice skating
- Show and Skate
- Dance Excellence
They also put on regular events. You may have seen our local ice hockey team, The Bristol Pitbulls, in action here.
Parking in the large Planet Ice on-site car park is free, so you won’t need to worry about downloading apps or racking up parking charges!
Planet Ice, Merlin Rd, Patchway, Bristol BS10 7SR
Tel: 0117 2130134
Book tickets for Skate with Santa or public skating sessions on the Planet Ice Bristol website.
FESTIVE ICE SKATING AT AVON VALLEY
Various dates until 1st January 2024
300 square meters of glittering real ice is waiting for you this festive season. This sparkling venue with an atmospheric backdrop is suitable for the youngest beginner through to seasoned skaters. Spin into the night with special lighting effects.
Skating sessions are 45 minutes and start on the hour. Skate aids are available on a first-come first-served basis. Free viewing for spectators.
Apres-skate at the themed bar and enjoy a festive feast or seasonal treats while you soak up the atmosphere of the Christmas experience.
Free on-site car parking.
Tickets for Avon Valley ice skating start from £8.50 per person, plus a booking fee.
Best value tickets are in advance online – a £2 per ticket surcharge is added if purchased on the day.
Avon Valley Adventure Park address:
Pixash Lane, Keynsham, BRISTOL BS31 1TP
For more information or to book Avon Valley festive ice-skating, visit their website
FESTIVE ROLLER SKATING IN BRISTOL
PROPYARD WINTERLAND ROLLER DISCO
Until 23rd December 2023
OK, so this one isn’t technically ice skating, but I didn’t think you’d mind me sneaking Propyard’s winter roller disco into the mix!
Winterland is back at the former MOD torpedo testing factory in St Phillips in Bristol. And for the 2023 festive season, there’s an 80s twist. So get your skates as they house their first roller disco inside the Studio. Covering over 400 square metres, enjoy the neon lights and glide around under the disco ball.
Tickets for a child skate session cost £8 and it’s £11 for adults. (Minimum age 4+)
Booking fees apply. Tickets include skate hire.
Quiet and Accessible Sessions are available every Sunday and Tuesday 19th December at 10 am.
Propyard Winterland Ice Rink address:
Feeder Road, Bristol BS2 0SE
Find out more and book tickets for Winterland at Propyard on their website.
ICE SKATING NEAR BRISTOL:
NORTH SOMERSET
ICESCAPE TROPICANA, WESTON-SUPER-MARE
7th November 2023 to 7th January 2024
Icescape is back at Weston’s Tropicana this festive season with the nation’s biggest undercover winter ice rink! Skate on real ice with your friends and family, enjoy the rides, indulge in festive treats and beverages, and meet their mascot, Pippen the Penguin.
Parent & Toddlers: At these exclusive sessions for under fives and their accompanying adults, pushchairs are allowed onto the North Somerset ice rink and free skating aids are available.
Accessibility:
The Tropicana and Ice Rink are wheelchair accessible. Manual wheelchairs are permitted on the ice, but no electric wheelchairs due to control issues. If you have additional access needs and require further assistance please email.
Quiet sessions are limited to half capacity and no music is played on the ice rink.
Tickets including skate hire cost from – Child £9.50, Adult £11.50, Family of four £36, parent & toddler session £13.50, Skate & Donate min £5, Skate Aids £5.
ICESCAPE DEALS AND DISCOUNTS
- 2-4-1 Tuesdays – on selected Tuesdays buy one ticket get one free
- Free entry to the Tropicana to spectate and enjoy the facilities
- Parent & toddler sessions from £13.50 including 1 adult & 1 toddler
- Cheaper online ticket prices when buying a day or more ahead, plus FREE all-day parking along the seafront (subject to availability on the day) and NO Booking Fee!
Icescape Tropicana address:
The Tropicana, Marine Parade, Weston super Mare, North Somerset BS23 1BE
Box Office phone number 07467 961861 – only available during opening hours
Visit the website to book Icescape Tropicana skating tickets
ICE SKATING IN BATH
BATH ON ICE
17th November 2023 to 3rd January 2024
Bath on Ice is a winter wonderland in the centre of Bath. The ice rink, with atmospheric lights and wintery music, is open for its 11th year. It’s the perfect place to practise your skating and show off some moves at the same time!
Seasonal drinks are available at Moguls Alpine Bar.
GLOW GOLF
Next to the skating rink is Bath’s adventure golf course which is illuminated with fairy lights.
Tickets: Child up to 12 – £12.50, Child 13-17 & concessions – £13.50, Adult £14.50, Family £47, Skating Aid £5. Booking fee applicable.
Bath on Ice address:
Royal Pavilion, Royal Victoria Park, Bath, BA12NR
Visit the website to book skating tickets for Bath on Ice
ICE SKATING IN SOMERSET
CLARKS VILLAGE ICE RINK
9th November 2023 to 7th January 2024
Clarks Village Ice Rink returns for a second season this winter. Outdoor and undercover, the custom-built ice rink features real ice so it’s available to guests, whatever the weather.
Skating at Clarks Village is open for a whole eight weeks, from 9th November until 7th January, apart from Christmas Day.
They’re holding quiet sessions, in addition to parent and toddler sessions for wobbly starters. Penguin and seal skating aids will be available for little ones, as well as bob skates to help guests stay steady. Sessions are 45 minutes long and skate hire is included.
Exclusive discount vouchers will be available for skaters, so you can save a little money on your Christmas shopping while you’re there!
ACCESSIBILITY AT CLARKS VILLAGE
The rink is wheelchair friendly. Manual wheelchairs are permitted on the ice, but no electric wheelchairs due to control issues.
Quiet sessions are suitable for those who would benefit from a more relaxed atmosphere. There will be no music played during these sessions and the capacity of the ice rink will be reduced. Please email with any queries.
CLARKS VILLAGE PARENT AND TODDLER SESSIONS
Buy an adult ticket at a Parent and Toddler Session and your under 5 toddler skates for free! These sessions are an ideal way to introduce little ones to ice skating. Pushchairs are allowed on the ice (please ensure your child is strapped in and secure at all times). Skate aid hire is included in the price. Parent and Toddler Skating Sessions are indicated on the ticketing site.
Tickets from: Child £10.50, Adult £12.50, Family of four £40 plus booking fee
Clarks Village Ice Rink address:
Farm Road, Street, Somerset BA16 0BB
Visit website to learn more and book tickets for Clarks Village ice skating.
So there we have it. A great choice of six places to enjoy some festive skating in Bristol and the surrounding areas!
I hope you find my Christmas ice skating round-up useful. If you have any other information or updates to suggest, then please add a comment below or email me.
HAPPY FESTIVE SKATING and #MerryBristmas!
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