London Ice Rinks This Winter

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It’s time to get your skates on in London this winter with the capital’s coolest ice rinks: 4th Nov 11 to 19th Feb 12

Somerset House and the rink at the Natural History Museum are probably the best-known rinks in London but this year there is more choice than ever before, so check out our guide below for a great choice if you’re thinking of skating in London this festive season.
Tower of London Ice Rink

Dates: 19th November 2011 – 8th January 2012

10.00am – 11.00am 4.00pm – 5.00pm

11.00am – 12.00pm 5.15pm – 6.15pm

12.15pm – 1.15pm 6.30pm – 7.30pm

1.30pm – 2.30pm 7.45pm – 8.45pm

2.45pm – 3.45pm 9.00pm – 10.00pm

Peak Tickets:

Weekends

All evening sessions from 5.15pm

All day Mon 19 Dec, Tues 20 Dec, Wed 21 Dec, Thur 22 Dec, Fri 23 Dec, Christmas Eve, Boxing Day, Tues 27 Dec, Wed 28 Dec, Thur 29 Dec, Fri 30 Dec, New Year’s Eve, New Year’s Day and Mon 2 Jan.

Off Peak Tickets:

Weekday morning and afternoon

Sessions up to and including the 4.00pm session (excluding Mon 19 Dec, Tues 20 Dec, Wed 21 Dec, Thur 22 Dec, Fri 23 Dec, Christmas Eve, Boxing Day, Tues 27 Dec, Wed 28 Dec, Thur 29 Dec, Fri 30 Dec, New Year’s Eve, New Year’s Day and Mon 2 Jan)

The ice rink is closed on Christmas Day.

Set against the the spectacular backdrop of London’s iconic Tower of London, this ice rink offers a great setting for your festive skating. Booking online possible.

Prices: (P = Peak, OP = Off Peak)

Adults : £12.50(P) £10.50(OP)

Child (under 16) : £8.50(P) £8.00(OP)

Concessions : £11.50(P) £10.00(OP)

(Students (with Student ID) Senior Citizens (over 60)

Family ticket : £34.00(P) £32.00(OP)

(1 Adult and 3 Children or 2 Adults and 2 Children)

Please note: Children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult

Guides: £32.00 per session

Book online (£3.00 booking fee applies per transaction)

Book by phone at See on 0844 871 8814

Group bookings (20 people or more) on 020 8241 9818

Enquiries Line (10am – 6pm Monday – Friday): 020 8241 9818

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Winter Wonderland

Dates: 18th November 2011 to 3rd January 2012

Morning Sessions

10.00am / 11.00am

Afternoon Sessions

12.15pm / 1.30pm / 2.45pm / 4.00pm

Evening Sessions

5.15pm / 6.30pm / 7.45pm / 9.00pm

Now in its fifth year, Winter Wonderland returns to London’s Hyde Park this Christmas. As well as the great ice rink there are also great rides and attractions for all the family.

Entry into Winter Wonderland is absolutely FREE and there is no charge at all to visit Santa.

Book the Ice Skating, the Giant Wheel Big Top tickets in advance to make sure you don’t miss

out on any of the fun!

See more and Save money by booking 2 attractions or more together as a combination ticket.

SKATING SESSION = 1 HOUR

Off Peak / Peak Prices

Adult: £10.50 / £13.50

Child (aged 12 and under): £8.50 / £9.00

Family (2 adults + 2 children or 1 adult + 3 children): £34.00 / £36.00

Concession: £9.50 / £12.50

Off Peak is all day on 21st Nov, 22nd Nov, 23rd Nov, 24th Nov, 28th Nov, 29th Nov, 30th Nov, 1st Dec and 3rd Jan

Children are not allowed onto the ice unaccompanied.

Ticket Booking Line:-

You can purchase tickets by phone via See Tickets on 0844 858 6755 or Ticketmaster on 0844 847 1771 – booking fees apply.
Book online

Group bookings are available for groups of 20 or more and will receive a 10% discount on advance sales only. To make a group booking and for more information please contact groups@pwrevents.com or call 020 8241 9818

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Canary Wharf Ice Rink

Dates: 12th November 2011 to 19th February 2012

Times: Monday – Saturday 9:45am – 11:00pm, Sunday 9:45am – 7:30pm

See official website for session times

Canary Wharf Ice Rink opens in Canada Square Park for winter. There is a free skating programme for the children of local schools. There are also refreshments, a viewing gallery and music.

Prices:

Adult: £10.00 off peak, £12.00 peak per 1 hour session

Concession (students 12 – 16/NUS/OAP): £9.00 per 1 hour session

Child (under 12): £7.50 per ticket

Family (2 adults and 2 children or 1 adult and 3 children): £32 per 1 hour session

Tickets available from Ticketmaster 0844 847 1556
Book online

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Hampton Court Palace Ice Rink

Dates: 26th November 2011 to 8th January 2012

10.00am – 11.00am 4.00pm – 5.00pm

11.00am – 12.00pm 5.15pm – 6.15pm

12.15pm – 1.15pm 6.30pm – 7.30pm

1.30pm – 2.30pm 7.45pm – 8.45pm

2.45pm – 3.45pm 9.00pm – 10.00pm

Peak Tickets:

Weekends

All evening sessions from 5.15pm

Mon 19 Dec, Tues 20 Dec, Wed 21 Dec, Thur 22 Dec, Fri 23 Dec, Christmas Eve, Boxing Day, Tues 27 Dec, Wed 28 Dec, Thur 29 Dec, Fri 30 Dec, New Years Eve, New Years Day and Mon 2 Jan.

Off Peak Tickets:

Weekday morning and afternoon sessions up to and including the 4.00pm session (Excluding Mon 19 Dec, Tues 20 Dec, Wed 21 Dec, Thur 22 Dec, Fri 23 Dec, Christmas Eve, Boxing Day, Tues 27 Dec, Wed 28 Dec, Thur 29 Dec, Fri 30 Dec, New Years Eve, New Years Day and Mon 2 Jan.)

The ice rink is closed on Christmas Day.

Set against the magnificent backdrop of Hampton Court Palace, this venue is a must for a regal skating experience.

Prices: (P = Peak, OP = Off Peak)

Adult: £12.00(P) £10.50(OP)

Children (under 16): £8.50(P) £8.00(OP)

Concessions: £9.50(P) £8.50(OP)

Students (with Student ID) and Senior Citizens (over 60’s)

Family ticket: £34.00(P) £32.00(OP)

(1 Adult and 3 Children or 2 Adults and 2 Children)

Please note: Children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult.

Ice Guides: £32.00 per session

Book online (£3.00 booking fee applies per transaction)

Book by phone at See on 0844 871 8815

Group bookings (20 people or more) on 020 8241 9818

General Ticketing Enquiries Line (10am – 6pm Monday – Friday):

020 8241 9818

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Westfield London Ice Rink

Dates:19th November 2011 until 8th January 2012

Monday – Friday 9:15am – 10:15pm

Saturday 9:15am – 11:00pm

Sunday 10:30am – 6:45pm

Some exceptions apply, see website for details

This Christmas, Westfield London will be cooler than ever as an ice rink takes over the Atrium.

The rink is made with real ice and it’s indoors so you don’t have to worry about the weather!

TICKET PRICES

PEAK (Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays and Bank Holidays)

Single child – £7.00 if booked online, £7.65 if booked at the Box Office in The Atrium

Single adult – £10.00 if booked online, £10.65 if booked at the Box Office in The Atrium

Family ticket adults / 2 children or 1 adult/ 3 children – £29

Family ticket – 2 adults / 2 children or 1 adult/ 3 children – £23 + £2 booking fee

School Packages (5 or more) – £3.50 (we advise you pre book your School groups)

Schools should call the Ice Rink Box Office on 0844 847 1667.

OFF PEAK

Single child – £6.00 if booked online, £6.65 if booked at the Box Office in The Atrium

Single adult – £9.00 if booked online, £9.65 if booked at the Box Office in The Atrium

Family ticket – 2 adults / 2 children or 1 adult/ 3 children – £27.60

School Packages (5 or more) – £3.50 (we advise you pre book your School groups)

GROUP TICKETS

Schools should call the Ice Rink Box Office on 0844 847 1667.

HOW TO BOOK

With over 100,000 skaters expected to take to the ice, make sure you book your Ice Rink and Grotto tickets in advance shortly. Call the box office on 0844 847 1667.

Book online

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Natural History Museum Ice Rink

Dates: 4th November 2011 to 8th January 2012

With its striking architecture, twinkling evening lights and popular café bar, Another of London’s best-known seasonal rinks, the Natural History Museum’ striking architecture and evening lights are a great backdrop for a spin on your skates!

Opening times

Come and skate on weekdays from 10.00 to 22.00 and on weekends from 08.45 to 22.00 (exceptions below).

Session times

08.45, 10.00, 11.00, 12.15, 13.30, 14.45, 16.00, 17.15, 18.30, 19.45, 21.00 and 22.00.

Exceptions

Christmas and New Year’s Eve

24 December 2011 09:00 – 22:00

25 December 2011 Closed

26 December 2011 11:00 – 22:00

31 December 2011 09:00 – 01:00

1 January 2011 10:00 – 21:00

Children (12 and under): £8.50 peak / £8 off-peak

Adults: £13 peak / £11.50 off-peak

Family ticket (2 adults and 2 children or 1 adult and 3 children): £36 peak / £31 off-peak

Booking and transaction fees apply.

To book: Ticketmaster: 0844 847 1576
Book online

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Somerset House Ice Rink

Dates: 22 November 2011 to 22 January 20112

London’s Somerset House is maybe the best-known of all the seasonal London rinks. Skate here and take in late-night, torch-lit and breakfast skating plus DJ sessions.

Session Times: 10.00-11.00, 11.15-12.15, 12.30-13.30, 13.45-14.45, 15.00-16.00, 16.15-17.15, 17.30-18.30, 18.45-19.45, 20.00-21.00, 21.15-22.15, 22.30-23.30.

Ticket Prices:

£8.45 – £15.55 (includes booking fee)

Ticket booking: Tickmaster 0844 847 1520
Book online

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