Ice Skating at Plymouth’s
Winter Wonderland
Ice skating in Central Park, Plymouth
Get ready to glide into winter magic at Plymouth’s Winter Wonderland! Lace up your skates and experience the joy of ice skating in Central Park, Plymouth. Our massive real ice rink, provided by the UK’s top ice rink supplier, guarantees the ultimate skating experience. Under cover for fun in all weather. Please book your sessions carefully, we do not offer refunds and are unable to facilitate date/time swaps.
Professional photos from each day can be found here.
Open 7 days a week (closed on Christmas Day & Boxing Day)
Christmas Disco every evening
Skating aids FREE! Available first come first serve
Quiet sessions (every first session Mon-Thur)
Family tickets available
Hire The Rink!
We are taking enquiries for groups/schools and corporate bookings now at bookings@plymwinterwonderland.co.uk
Additional Info
BOOKINGS
Please book your sessions carefully, we do not offer refunds and are unable to facilitate date/time swaps.
HEALTH AND SAFETY
The following policies have been created for your safety. Please ensure that you have read and acknowledged them before taking to the ice and listen to all instructions from our ice marshals and other event staff. We hold the right to refuse entry or remove anyone not complying with these policies.
Skater’s Code of Conduct
The management will not be responsible for any loss or injury incurred. Skaters and Spectators understand and agree to the following, By engaging in skating, both skaters and spectators are deemed to have knowledge of, and assume the risk of skating which includes but is not limited to:
• Injuries that result from collision or contact with other skaters or other individuals who are on the skating surface.
• Injuries that result from falls.
• Injuries involve objects or artificial structures that are within the properly intended path of travel of the skater.
While all reasonable measures are in place to ensure your safety, it is your responsibility to ensure that you are aware of the safety information prior to entering the rink. It is your responsibility to bring to the attention of the Ice Marshal any event or act which may impact on your safety while skating. If you are new to skating or have young children it is best to take them during a time when the rink is less crowded. Please contact and we can recommend a suitable time to take your children.
Skaters and Spectators also agree to:
• Maintain reasonable control of their speed at all times.
• Maintain a proper lookout to avoid other skaters, objects or conditions on the surface of the rink.
• Accept responsibility for knowing the range of their abilities while on skates, and skate within the limits of that ability and as appropriate to the session on which they are skating.
• Refrain from skating whilst under the influence of drugs, alcohol or other control impairing substances.
• Leave the surface of the ice when resurfacing maintenance is taking place, when sessions end or as directed by staff.
• Refrain from taking food and drink onto the rink surface.
• Refrain from acting in a manner that may cause or contribute to injury of themselves or any other person.
• Refrain from instigating or becoming involved in any type of altercations with any other skater or spectator and engaging in abusive, abrasive, disorderly conduct or other anti-social behaviour.
• Not sit, climb or put feet on the barrier.
Furthermore
• Anti-social behaviour of any kind will not be tolerated and those responsible will be asked to leave the rink with no refund given.
• Skaters asked to leave or be removed from the Ice Rink area will not be refunded for their session fee if breaking this Code of Conduct.
• Any persons, who in the opinion of the Ice Marshals, represent a danger to themselves or others will be asked to leave the rink.
• Any persons whose behaviour may be deemed as likely to cause offence to others will be asked to leave the rink.
• When your session has ended you will be directed to the exit point by the Ice Marshal and Public Address system. Please exit the rink in an orderly manner.
• If your child is a young toddler they may not fully understand all of the rules and we also ask parents to keep extra close eye on your little one at all times.
• Always pay attention to the skaters around you and pay special attention to skaters ahead of you as they cannot see you coming.
• You are required to skate in an anti-clockwise direction, however on some occasions the staff may instruct all skaters to skate in a clockwise direction. Please ensure that you are skating in the correct direction at all times.
DON’Ts
Do not smoke/vape anywhere at the ice rink and do not litter
Do not go on the ice without skates
Do not wear “hoodies” with the hood up
Do not take mobile phones, bags, cameras or similar devices onto the ice
Do not eat, drink or chew on the ice
Do not play tag or any other games on the ice
Do not sit or climb on the rink barrier
Do not skate across the middle of the ice or against the flow of other skaters
Do not skate in “chains’ or “trains” which are three or more people holding each-other as they skate. Note: Two persons holding hands is allowed
Do not chip, throw or spray the ice
Do not carry children and infants
Do not stand still or gather in groups whilst on the ice
Don’t spin, jump or attempt acrobatic tricks, these aren’t allowed on the rink
DO’s
Do always listen to and obey the instructions given by our ice marshals or staff
Do put your skates on in the skate changing area, using the seating provided
Do bring your own skates if you have them
Do keep away from the ice area when resurfacing is taking place
Do skate in an anti-clockwise direction unless directed otherwise
Do put litter in bins provided
Do ensure your skates are fitted correctly
Do wear suitable attire (warm socks, coat, hat, scarf, gloves, etc)
Do try to keep noise to an acceptable level (i.e no screaming)
Do report any accidents to a member of staff
FAQs – Ice Skating
Where is the venue?
Plymouth’s Winter Wonderland is being held in Central Park, Plymouth, PL2 3DG.
Do I have to book ahead?
If you want to ensure you’ll be able to ice skating at your preferred session, you must book online as we do often sell out. However, you can also pay on the day but please ensure you arrive early to pay for your session and pick up your skates.
Where can I get a ticket?
You can book your ice skating herehttps://www.fatsoma.com/p/plymouth-winter-wonderland-/events.
Can I get a refund?
We do not offer refunds on our tickets.
Can I change my booking date or time slot?
Unfortunately once booked no changes can be made under any circumstances.
Cancellations by us
If in the event of bad weather we are forced to close the site for your safety, a notice will be posted on this website and our Facebook page. It will include details on how to claim a refund for your session. The refund covers the cost of your ice skating session only. Please note that booking fees are non-refundable under any circumstances. The booking fee is a charge applied for using the online platform for securing your session ahead of time. This service is carried out successfully upon completion of the booking and therefore not subject to a refund.
Do I need to print my ticket?
No, this is not necessary. Showing it to us on your mobile phone screen is absolutely fine.
I can’t find my ticket.
Your e-ticket would have been sent to you via email after completing the purchase. If you can’t find it, please log in to your Fatsoma account ( fatsoma.com) with the login details created during the purchase. Your ticket will be available to download from ‘Your Orders’ tab.
How long is the Ice Rink session?
Each session is 45 mins. Please arrive in good time to be prepared as there is only a 15min changeover time.
Are there any ice skating aids available?
Yes, a selection of skating aids will be available for both children and adults. These are free and available on first come first serve basis.
What's the minimum age for children?
We offer skates in size 25 and up. For the younger skaters, we have skates which mount on top of their shoes with 2 blades either side for more stability. Please note children are not allowed to be carried while on ice. Please read the skaters code of conduct carefully and explain it to your child. Find the additional info here.
Can kids skate on their own with adult spectating?
Children aged 14 and over are welcome on ice without an adult. However, the adult must remain on site throughout and not leave the Ice Palace.
What skate sizes do you have?
We offer sizes from 25 (UK Child 8) to size 48 (UK14).
Where can I find the photos?
Professional photos from each day can be found here: Plymouth Winter Wonderland Photos
Travel & Access
Is there parking on site?
The nearest car park is Milehouse Park and Ride behind the Life Centre. The car park is open 24 hours a day 7 days a week. No payment is required for parking at this location.
Is the venue accessible by public transport?
Many of City Bus services stop by Central Park and Life Centre, including 11, 12/12A, 13, 16, 34, 43, 48, 59, 61, 60. For full details and to plan your journey, click here.
Is there disabled access and parking?
Disabled parking is available at Milehouse Park & Ride and accessible facilities will be available on site. Please note, that this event is being held in a park and so with rainfall, the grounds may prove tricky for wheelchair users at times. If you need any assistance during your visit, please speak to one of our stewards.
Opening Times
Plymouth’s Winter Wonderland runs from Friday 15th November till Wednesday 1st January 2024
Plymouth Central Park, PL2 3DG
Christmas Day – 25th : CLOSED
Boxing Day – 26th : CLOSED
Friday 27th: 12pm – 10pm
Saturday 28th: 12pm – 10pm
Sunday 29th: 12pm – 10pm
Monday 30th: 12pm – 10pm
New Years Eve
31st December: 12pm – 6pm
New Years Day
1st January: 12pm – 8pm