With the festive season fast approaching, it’s time to start thinking about activities to book during November and December.
There are not many permanent ice rinks in East Anglia, so there are quite a few Christmas Ice Skating Venues for you to check out.
Christmas Ice Skating Near Me in East Anglia
Adventure Island Christmas Ice Rink
Location : 15-17 Pinbush Rd, Lowestoft, NR33 7NL
Ice Rink Opening Dates : TBC for 2025/2026
After last years amazing success they are bringing the real ice rink back to Lowestoft this Christmas, with plans to make it even better!
They will be turning their partner site next door RAW Soccer into the most Easterly Point Ice Rink within the UK! The perfect fun, festive and active event for a date night, family fun or a group of friends!
To build on the success of last year they will be introducing quiet sessions, an early bird booking offer to save money and seasonal passes for those who just love ice skating!
For further information about Adventure Island Christmas Ice Rink
Braintree Village Ice Rink
Location : Charter Way, Chapel Hill, Braintree, Essex, CM77 8YH
Ice Rink Opening Dates : Tuesday 11th November 2025 to Sunday 4th January 2026
The Ice Rink is returning to Braintree Village for the second year running! The spacious rink offers guests an enchanting space to go for a spin throughout the holiday season and into the New Year.
Designed and installed by Icescape, the custom-built rink features real ice and is also fully covered, allowing guests to enjoy the fun come rain, snow or shine.
For further information about Braintree Village Ice Rink
Ice Norwich
Location : The Great Barn, White House Farm, Wroxham Road, Rackheath, Norwich, NR13 6LB
Ice Rink Opening Dates : Friday 14th November 2025 to Sunday 4th January 2026
At Ice Norwich, their passion is bringing the joy of ice skating to Norwich. They offer a safe and modern synthetic ice skating rink accessible for everyone to enjoy.
Hot food available and the Great Barn will host selected festive market stalls throughout the Christmas period with the Great Barn transformed into an après ski vibe with music and festive cheer!
For further information about Ice Norwich
Lakeside Christmas Wonderland
Location : The Quay, Thurrock Lakeside Shopping Centre, West Thurrock, RM20 2AD
Ice Rink Opening Dates : TBC for 2025/2026
Experience the magic of skating on real ice. The Ice Rink is located in a giant igloo which means you can skate in all weather, time slots are selling fast so get your skates on!
The largest rink outside London. All under 14’s must be with an adult over the age of 18 when on the ice. Don’t forget to book your seal or penguins.
For further information about Lakeside Christmas Wonderland
Marsh Farm Ice Rink
Location : Marsh Farm Rd, South Woodham Ferrers, CM3 5WP
Ice Rink Opening Dates : Saturday 15th November 2025 to Monday 24th December 2025
The Ice rink will be open 10.30am til 12.45pm and 1.30pm til 7pm on selected days the Christmas experience will be running!
This year, included with every Father Christmas Experience booking, you’ll also be able to experience the Children’s Rides, Train Ride and Ice Rink.
The ice rink is operated as first come first serve, during popular times there will be timed sessions so that everyone can skate.
They suggest bringing spare socks if you are planning to use the ice rink!
For further information about Marsh Farm Ice Rink
Norwich Winter Wonderland
Location : Norfolk Showground, Dereham Road, Norwich, NR5 0TT
Ice Rink Opening Dates : Friday 14th November 2025 – Sunday 4th January 2026
Get your Skates on and glide onto everything Christmas, stepping onto the enormous REAL ICE Rink will definitely have you feeling fabulously Festive.
Set under a giant transparent cover with thousands of beautiful fairy lights, to provide the ultimate festive skating experience in any weather.
There are a limited supply of penguin skate aids they are available on a first-come first served basis from the skate hire counter for £5.
Unfortunately skate aids cannot be booked in advance. Please ask a member of Ice Rink staff if you wish to hire a skate aid.
For further information about Norwich Winter Wonderland
Are you visiting any of these Christmas Ice Rinks this Festive season?