1. East Midlands
  2. Nottinghamshire
  3. Nottingham

About National Ice Centre

The National Ice Centre is the hub for all things ice skating! It's the UK's centre for ice sports excellence, with a varying range of sessions designed to suit all ages and abilities, from disco to family sessions to themed parties!   The National Ice Centre complex is the UKs rst twin ice pad facility made up of 2 Olympic size ice rinks, one of which transforms into the Motorpoint Arena Nottingham, the biggest entertainment venue in the East Midlands. There are a range of skating sessions on oer to suit all ages and abilities every day, from the loudest disco to quieter sessions for beginners and families.  The NIC is also home to Ice Locker - the UK's biggest ice sports store, the Great Britain Short Track Speed Skating Squad and The Nottingham Panthers: the oldest and one of the most successful ice hockey teams in the country! Top class facilities and coaching sta for a whole range of ice sports are on oer, from Synchronized Skating to Ice Hockey and Short Track Speed Skating to Figure skating!   Plus on-ice equipment available for support and fun include Penguins, Seals and Bananas! So come on, get your skates on!

Tick Icon

Facilities

  • Toilets iconToilets
  • Changing Rooms iconChanging Rooms
  • Accessible Toilets iconAccessible Toilets
  • Food Available iconFood Available
  • Wheelchair Friendly iconWheelchair Friendly
  • Pushchair Friendly iconPushchair Friendly
  • Card Payments Accepted iconCard Payments Accepted
  • Baby Changing iconBaby Changing
Timer Icon

Opening Times

Regular Times
  • Monday, 00:00 - 00:00
  • Tuesday, 00:00 - 00:00
  • Wednesday, 00:00 - 00:00
  • Thursday, 00:00 - 00:00
  • Friday, 00:00 - 00:00
  • Saturday, 00:00 - 00:00
  • Sunday, 00:00 - 00:00

Wednesday - 13:30-14:30/18:30-19:30 Friday - 13:30-14:30/19:00-21:00

Saturday - 10:30-12:30/14:30-16:30/19:00-21:00

Sunday - 10:30-12:30/14:30-16:30

Ticket Icon

Pricing & Tickets

General Admission
  • Babies and Toddlers (0-3) : Free
  • Child (6-15) : £10.00
  • Adult (16-18+) : £11.00

General Admission
Adult – £11.00

Junior (up to age 15) – £10.00

Children aged 5 and under – FREE

Student (must present physical student ID card) – £6.00

Active Nottingham Card Holders  – £6.00* (must have this discount added to your account prior to arrival and show your membership card) 

Blue Light Card Holders – £6.00* (must have this discount added to your account prior to arrival and show membership card) 

Seniors - £4.50

Family of 3 – £29.00 

Family of 4 – £38.00

Family of 5 – £47.00

Ice equipment - £5.00

Locker tokens - 50p

Book in advance for cheapest tickets

Find other attractions similar to National Ice Centre by visiting our attraction tickets section.

Timer Icon

Plan Your Visit

Stopwatch IconTypical visit time 1 - 2 hours

Tick IconSuitable for Kids and Adults too

Question Mark Icon

FAQs

Parking Icon

Parking

Toilets Icon

Toilets

Family Icon

Family Friendly Options

Food & Drink

Accessibility Icon

Accessibility Information

Ticket Icon

Tickets & Bookings

Party Icon

Private Hire & Birthday Parties

Pin Icon

Contact Details

Bolero Square, The Lace Market
Nottingham
Nottinghamshire
NG1 1LA
England

Tel: 0115 853 3000

Visit Website
Tick Icon

Verification

Verified Status:Verified

This attraction has been claimed and verified. All information has been recently checked.

National Ice Centre Reviews

Recent blog posts

Tutankhamun Immersive Exhibition Birmingham 2026: What to Expect - Image
JamesApril 16, 2026
Tutankhamun Immersive Exhibition Birmingham 2026: What to Expect

Plan your visit to Tutankhamun: The Immersive Exhibition in Birmingham, with dates, prices, age guidance and tips for families. Book official tickets now.

Museums and History
Things To Do
Xplore's Teddy Town Parties: Celebrate with Cuddly Friends in 2026 - Image
JamesApril 15, 2026
Xplore's Teddy Town Parties: Celebrate with Cuddly Friends in 2026

See what Xplore Teddy Town parties include, how much they cost, and why they make such a memorable birthday option for younger children.

Family Fun
Things To Do
Blenheim Palace Maze: Explore This Amazing Experience - Image
JamesApril 15, 2026
Blenheim Palace Maze: Explore This Amazing Experience

Planning a family day out? Discover the Blenheim Palace maze, opening details, and why it is a brilliant challenge for kids in 2026.

Family Fun
Things To Do
Burghley House Hide & Secrets: Woodland Adventure for Families in 2026 - Image
JamesApril 15, 2026
Burghley House Hide & Secrets: Woodland Adventure for Families in 2026

Plan a brilliant family day out at Burghley House Hide & Secrets in 2026, with woodland play, Hidden Towers, ticket info and more.

Family Fun
High Ropes and Outdoor Activities
Things To Do
West Midlands Safari Park Rides: Which Ones Are Worth It for Families in 2026? - Image
JamesApril 15, 2026
West Midlands Safari Park Rides: Which Ones Are Worth It for Families in 2026?

See which West Midlands Safari Park rides are worth paying for in 2026, with height guidance, prices, and family planning tips before you book.

Safari Parks
Things To Do
Chester Zoo's Red Panda: Meet Akashi and Find Out Why She Could Save a Species - Image
JamesApril 15, 2026
Chester Zoo's Red Panda: Meet Akashi and Find Out Why She Could Save a Species

Meet Akashi, Chester Zoo’s new red panda, and find out how this conservation pairing could help protect the species in 2026.

Things To Do
Zoos and Wildlife
Great Central Railway Special Events: What's On in Summer 2026 - Image
JamesApril 15, 2026
Great Central Railway Special Events: What's On in Summer 2026

Plan your perfect day out with Great Central Railway events in summer 2026. See dates, prices and highlights, including the 1940s Weekend and diesel galas.

Things To Do
The Postal Museum's Family Exhibitions: Interactive History for Kids in 2026 - Image
JamesApril 14, 2026
The Postal Museum's Family Exhibitions: Interactive History for Kids in 2026

Plan your visit to The Postal Museum in London with Mail Rail, The Jolly Postman and Sorted! See what’s included, prices and top family tips.

Museums and History
Things To Do