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An essential Christmas experience and the ideal treat for your pupils ahead of the festive season.

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Imagine how much fun your children can have skating in front of the grand Council House in the heart of Nottingham’s City Centre offering views of the twinkling city lights and Nottingham’s Christmas tree.

 

Ice skating is great exercise and Christmas 2026 will be another exciting time to access the Sky Skate ice path that will let festive fun seekers skate for 220m around the square high above the crowds *

download risk assessment // download Christmas info sheet

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2 LOW LEVEL ICE RINKS FOR CHILDREN TO HAVE FUN AND GAIN THEIR CONFIDENCE TO SUPPORT THEM TO ACCESS THE SKATE PATH SHOULD THEY WISH*

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Skating is available for schools every afternoon

• Monday to Friday afternoon from 12.30pm - 2.00pm **

 

Skating is also available for schools every Friday morning

• 10.00am - 11.55am **

 

School weekday sessions commence on Thursday 12th November and continue through to Friday 18th December 2026.

 

On Site Ice Rink Amenities For School Bookers

 

Lockers:

We are able to offer larger school group bookings 3-4 lockers to store belongings.  Please note that we do not accept responsibility for any losses.  Items are left/stored at your own risk.

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Toilets:

Toilets are available on site for customers use.

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Staff:

In order to ensure that your group have the best possible experience at our fantastic outdoor ice rink, on ice skating marshalls will be on hand to offer you some hints and tips.

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Medical staff are on hand at each of the ice skating sessions.

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Skating Aids:

We provide penguins and polar bear skating aids to encourage the younger less experienced ice skaters.  Note these are for under 12’s only.

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Cost:

We are able to offer an amazing schools discounted price per pupil of only £7.00 which includes skate hire.

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Teachers skate for free when they book as part of a school group (1 teacher/staff free place for every 10 children).  Any additional support staff/volunteers are charged at the schools rate of £7.00 per person.

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Transport:

The Outdoor Ice Rink is situated within Nottingham City Centre and it is accessible via Nottingham City Transport buses and the tram.

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Booking Information:
We require you to book your skating session a minimum of 5 days in advance.

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Risk Assessment:
The risk assessment is downloadable on our website - click here

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Upon Arrival At The Rink:
The member of school staff would need to check in their group when they arrive at the main entrance.

Once checked in everyone in the group can then go directly to collect skates from skate hire in preparation for the skating session.

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How to book:
Winter Wonderland Ice Rink bookings are made by phoning Matt on 07474 387774 or by emailing matt@mattbradburysports.com to take advantage of this amazing festive offer.

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Payment:
Invoice raised to school by Matt Bradbury Sports, payment is required to be paid in advance of your session.

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* The Sky Path is only for competent skaters no skating aids allowed on the path.

 

** Sessions during this time may be accessed by the general public, although these sessions are off peak times and generally more quiet.