Skate Attingham: Festive Eco Rink
This Christmas season, enjoy a festive skate at Skate Attingham. The rink will be open for 30 minute skate sessions every afternoon from Saturday 2nd December to Sunday 7th January (excluding Christmas Day).
- Booking essential
- Admission applies
Experience a magical 'first' at Attingham Park: Skate Attingham! This innovative skate rink is crafted from eco-friendly synthetic acrylic ice that doesn't consume excessive energy. Rest assured, the eco-conscious design doesn't compromise on the fun factor!
Follow the fairy lights leading to the Outer Courtyard at the rear of the Mansion, where you'll discover Skate Attingham. Equip yourself with a pair of our special boots and glide gracefully onto the rink. Plus, it's all conveniently sheltered, ensuring a festive experience regardless of the weather. A treat perfect for the entire family to enjoy. Children 12 and under must be accompanied by a skating adult. Ages 13 to 17 should be supervised by an adult on the rink, or at the rink-side.
Each session lasts 30 minutes, with a 10-minute interval between sessions. Please arrive 10 minutes before your time slot for a hassle-free boot change.
Times
Prices
| Ticket type | Ticket category |
|---|---|
| Adult | £8.00 |
| Child Child (aged 5-17) | £4.00 |
| Group Family - One Adult/Three Children | £16.00 |
| Group Family - Two Adults/Three Children | £24.00 |
The basics
- Booking details
Call 03442 491895
- Suitability
Suitable for ages 5+ with an adult or those wearing infant size 8 shoes.
- Meeting point
Head to the back of the Mansion and under the Clock Tower where the team will check your tickets and fit you for your boots.
- What to bring and wear
Dress for the weather but please don't bring your own ice skating boots as these could damage the synthetic ice.
- Accessibility
The access to the rink is flat. Please contact us if you would like to discuss any accessibility requirements. If you require a free carers ticket (one per paying participant) please contact us by phone to book this on 01743 708170. Not advised for pregnant women.
- Other
Eco Ice Rink FAQs I'm a NT member do I need to buy a ticket? Yes, although your membership grants you free entry to the Park it doesn't cover ice skating. I'm not a member - do I need to pay Attingham entry? Yes, on arrival you will need to purchase a Park Only Ticket. Can I brink my own skates? Please don't bring your own skates, they may damage the eco ice. What happens if I arrive late to my Skating time slot? You will still be permitted entry onto the rink if you arrive late to your time slot but you will have less time on the rink. All guests will need to vacate the rink at the end of their allocated time slot, regardless of how much time they have spent on the rink. Do you have lockers or shoe racks? There will be open shoe racks available. Guests are responsible for their own shoes and belongings. Do you have stability aids? Yes, we have limited availability and they will be given out on a first-come first-serve basis. They can either be sat on or pushed. Can wheelchair users experience the rink’? - Yes, but no push chairs please.
Upcoming events
The Tale Trail: Christmas family trail
Set off on your own storybook adventure to spot the decorated Christmas trees around the Mile Walk. Each decorated tree has been inspired by a fairytale or story.
Nordic Walking with WALX in the Marches
A sociable, fitness walk using Nordic Walking poles whilst enjoying the beautiful grounds and parkland at Attingham.
Mansion Christmas Visits
Book a ticket to visit the Mansion for a Christmas visit between Saturday 2 December and Monday 1 January. All visits to the Mansion during Christmas are by pre-booked timed entry ticket. Tickets will be released in stages.
Nordic Walking with WALX with Corevision
A sociable Nordic Walk using Nordic Walking poles whilst enjoying the beautiful grounds and parkland at Attingham.