UK Ice Rinks: How Many Permanent Ones Are There?
Kendra Lueilwitz
2025-05-05 07:35:06
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There are over 50 rinks across the UK, with more than double that number during the festive period, offering a range of classes, clubs, events and open skating sessions that you can get involved with. There are rinks across the UK, use our rink finder to find one near you.
Veda Block
2025-05-05 07:20:59
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There are fewer than 60 permanent ice rinks in the whole of the UK and only five across the south of England, including two in Berkshire. These permanent rinks cost a lot of money to run, as keeping the ice frozen all year uses a lot of energy, but they provide venues for sports such as ice hockey and figure skating. Permanent ice rinks were often partially funded by local councils, but high energy bills meant some were shut down to save money, which is why more rinks today are privately funded.