Live out your Dancing On Ice fantasy this winter at our favourite ice-skating hotspots across the UK.
SKATING ON ICE AT ALDERFORD LAKE, SHROPSHIRE
Christmas at Alderford Lake is a magical place to be as a huge indoor ice rink will be taking over its grounds until 7 January.
On Fridays, funky ‘80s tunes will take over the rink for a themed skate, while a Disco event for children kicks off on Sundays.
You can even indulge in a few sweet treats at the onsite Christmas market while you’re there, too. How festive!
• Tickets start from £9.95. To book, visit: alderford.com
SANTA SPECTACULAR AT WILLOWS ACTIVITY FARM, ST ALBANS
For an ice-skating experience for all the family, look no further than Willows Activity Farm as it’s being transformed into a festive Christmas village until 24 December.
With a synthetic ice rink at the centre of the experience, your little ones can safely spin and twirl on the ‘ice’ without a worry.
Plus, they won’t get too cold or wet either, so they can don their skates for even longer. Simply grab hold of one of the penguin guides and away you go.
And while you’re there, you can meet the man of the moment – Santa Claus himself – and your little ones can make their own sleigh, too!
• Tickets start from £24. To book, search Willows Activity Farm
ICE RINK CANARY WHARF, LONDON
Twirl your way into the festive season at Ice Rink Canary Wharf – London’s longest running seasonal ice rink – this December.
Taking over Canada Square Park until 24 February 2024, you can brave the ice all winter long no matter the weather, as the rink’s transparent roof allows for skating come rain, shine, or maybe even snow!
Running musically themed ice-skating sessions, including Soul Classics nights, as well as ‘80s and ‘90s specials, you’ll easi
