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Date and times 18 November 2026 - 3 January 2027 | 10am - 9pm
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Christmas
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London’s most beautiful open-air ice rink is back! 

This Christmas, step onto the ice at the Queen’s House Ice Rink in Greenwich and enjoy a truly unique, festive ice skating experience.

Located at the heart of the stunning Greenwich UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Queen's House Ice Rink offers breath taking views of the Thames, Canary Wharf and the striking architecture of the Queen’s House.

Why choose the Queen's House Ice Rink for your festive skating this year?

There are plenty of reasons why the Queen's House Ice Rink is consistently recommended as one of the best Christmas ice rinks in London.

Visit, and you can enjoy: 

  • a 'skate-off pit lane' for mid-session breaks
  • a viewing area next to the ever-popular Zero Degrees Café where you can enjoy festive treats

Combine your ice skating experience with a visit to the world-class National Maritime Museum, the gorgeous Santa's Grotto at the Queen's House, and other festive treats all around Greenwich.

The Queen's House Ice Rink also offers special sessions for toddlers, students, and SEND families; plus group discounts and school trips that link skating to Greenwich’s rich history.

This year, the ice rink is brought to you by Tamarisk Events.

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Come at night to see the Queen's House all lit up
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Amazing views of the Thames and Canary Wharf
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Open-air skating in Greenwich
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Visit the beautiful Queen's House for free before you skate
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Have festive fun with friends and family
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Festive fun with friends and family
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What last year's skaters said

'It was so magical with the Christmas lights. The views are amazing and it was definitely the perfect way to get into the festive spirit. We had such a brilliant time.'

What last year's skaters said

'Welcome to the cutest ice skating rink in London! Queen's House Ice Rink is one of London's best-kept secrets and a must-visit at Christmas time.'

What last year's skaters said

'We visited in the new year on a sunny day. It was strikingly beautiful. We were especially delighted that the ice rink was not as crowded as others we visited before in London.'

What last year's skaters said

'Not too crowded and very much fun. My 11 year old said that might be her favourite activity of all. Definitely coming back!'

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