Ice skating is a cool experience whatever your age or ability and where better to give it a go than at the National Ice Centre – the UK’s centre for excellence for ice sports.
There are a range of ice skating sessions on offer to suit all ages and abilities, from the loudest disco to quieter sessions for beginners and families. The NIC has two ice pads with most public sessions taking place on The Capital One Ice Rink.
This February half term make sure you have a date in your diary to come and skate at the National Ice Centre!
The following sessions have been added or extended over half term to ensure you can get a skate in with your mates whilst school is out!
Monday 15th Feb – Extended session – 1.30pm – 4pm
Tuesday 16th Feb – Added session – 1.30pm – 4pm
Wednesday 17th Feb – Extended session – 1.30pm – 4pm
Thursday 18th Feb – Added session – 1.30pm – 4pm
Friday 19th Feb – Extended session – 1.30pm – 4pm
Please note there will be no Parent and Toddler ice skating sessions taking place this week
Click on the timetable on the right to see when the best time to take to the ice is.
“Cancelled Sessions“: no cancelled sessions at present.
Prices
Peak (Friday night / Saturday / Sunday / and Nottingham School Holidays) £6.00
Off Peak £4.50
NUS/Citycard
(Off Peak Only – Plus Free Skate Hire) £5.00
Seniors
(Plus Free Skate Hire) £3.50
Under 5’s
(Plus Free Skate Hire) £2.50
Family Pass
(Including Skate Hire) £25.00
Family Five Pass
(Including Skate Hire) £31.00
Skate Hire £2.00
Times outside Nottingham School Holidays
Session Types
General
These sessions run in a relaxed environment and are perfect for you to practice your skating techniques. They are popular with skaters of all ages and abilities.
Beginners and Families
Sessions are especially suitable for families and beginners who want to build up their confidence on the ice. The pace is relaxed and slow and allows you to skate in a relaxed environment. If you want to take your first few steps onto the ice try our Thursday evening session between 7.30pm and 10pm. Staff will be on hand for the first hour to offer free advice and help you master the basics.
Disco
Lively and Loud! The lights are lowered and the disco lights are turned on. These sessions are great fun for all ages but they are the busiest times so be prepared for other skaters whizzing past you showing off their skills.
Parent & Toddler
Children aged between 18 months and five years can take part, with sessions aimed at building confidence and co-ordination whilst having fun with toys on the ice. » More Information
General Information
Food and Drink
Once you’ve skated till your hearts content, why not relax and recharge your batteries with a tasty snack or hot drink in the T&D Cafe Bar or Icebreakers. Both offer a wide selection of food and drink – from burgers and hot dogs in Icebreakers or pastries and sandwiches in T&D Cafe Bar. Vending machines are also situated around the venue for your convenience. More information on the T&D Cafe Bar.
Skate Hire
Before you hit the ice you’ll need one essential item – your ice skates! Pick up your boots from Skate Hire which is just next to The Olympic Rink. We have over 1,500 pairs of skates in a variety of sizes from baby 5 to adult 14. At busy sessions, demand is high for skates so please bear with us during these times. You can also buy your own skates from our shop. Why not visit our online sports shop.
Lockers
Keep all your personal belongings safe while you’re on the ice by placing them in one of our lockers. These are located in the skate hire area at a charge of 50p per opening (by purchasing a token from one of the machines).
What to wear
Comfortable, warm clothes are essential if you are coming ice skating along with a pair of cosy socks! It is quite chilly on the ice but once you start whizzing around the rink you’ll soon warm up. Wearing a few layers is a good idea so you can take off or add clothing when you need to. A pair of gloves might also come in useful.
Car Parking
There is no on site car parking at the National Ice Centre but don’t worry – the venue is easily accessible by foot, road, rail, tram and even via Nottingham East Midlands Airport. But if you are driving there are 1,120 car parking spaces within five minutes’ walk of the centre.
