The National Ice Centre is located in Nottingham, England. It is the first twin Olympic-sized ice rink in the UK. Located just east of the city centre, close to the historic Lace Market area, the facility includes the Nottingham Arena.
Ice skating is a fun experience whatever your age or ability, and where better to give it a go than the National Ice Centre. You can skate any day of the week and we have a range of sessions to choose from, including Club sessions and Parent & Toddler!
We do our utmost to ensure that neither by action nor inaction will any individual or group be reasonably excluded from any activities, facilities or services we offer.
Ice skating
We offer ice skating opportunities for people with disabilities and their families. Depending on individual requirements, the ice can be accessed on skates, in a wheelchair or in one of our purpose built sledges (sledges must be booked in advanced). Coaches can be booked in advance at an additional charge to provide support. Booking in advance is essential and structured lessons and one-on-one coaching are also available separately. Ice can be hired on a private basis for groups, please enquire with our Box Office for more information.
Accessible parking
A public blue badge holder car park is situated directly next to the venue, located on Dean Street. This facility is operated by Nottingham City Council and works on a first come first serve basis. On street parking is also available on nearby streets if you are looking for somewhere close to park.
Drop off and entrances
We have a taxi rank located on Lower Parliament Street, this allows vehicles to drop off and pick up. The main entrances can be accessed by using the lift on Lower Parliament Street from the taxi rank, or via Bolero Square situated just off Barker Gate. Both entrances allow flat floor access and are both equipped with an automatic opening door.
Changing places facility
Our changing places facility is located on Level 3 of the venue and is accessible via the main foyer lifts. The room includes a mobile height adjustable changing bench, ceiling track hoist system and plenty of space to operate safely. The facility is available between the hours of 9.00am and 11.00pm, for those that require a RADAR key, please contact a member of Box Office in the main foyer. Please note for health and safety reasons, we do not provide slings for the hoist.
Accessible facilities
Accessible toilets are provided on every level and are situated in all our main public areas, as well as meeting all standards set out in British Standard Design of buildings 8300.
Lifts and wheelchair access
Lifts operate to all floors within the venue and are wide enough to accommodate a standard wheelchair. Lift dimensions and key door sizes are as follows:
Assistance dogs
Assistance dogs are welcomed in the venue, however please be aware that noise levels are increased during certain events. Please inform one of our Box Office team if an assistance dog will be accompanying you to an event upon booking.
