Five Amazing Places To Go Iceskating This Christmas

Five Amazing Places To Go Iceskating This Christmas

Nothing says Christmas like ice skating and we've searched high and low for the most festive spots across the UK to practice your crossed chasse.

From ice dancing at the foot of Edinburgh Castle to slip-sliding about after a go on the ferris wheel at Hyde Park, check out MyDaily's favourite ice rinks to skate at this season.

1.Selfridges Trafford Ice Rink, Manchester

When: Until January 5, 2014

Why: Experience true luxury at the Selfridges Trafford ice rink in Manchester. This rink comes complete with no less than 42 glitter balls, rose gold baubles and a magical mini forest. After taking a spin, skaters can get warm and cosy in a huge sheepskin chair at the Ugg rink-side lounge.

Not enough for you? Well, there's also a Krispy Kreme concession store and in true Selfridges style, the store has crafted its own Xmas scent which is pumped out across the ice.

Price: Adult skating from £7 off peak and £9 peak

2. The Natural History Museum

When: Until January 3, 2014

Why: Luxury London hotel the Jumeirah Lowndes is offering an exclusive stay and skate package. This includes a night's stay in palatial surroundings, a delicious breakfast and skate for two at The Natural History Museum open air rink.

For a real festive feeling make sure you book your skate for after sunset to enjoy all the sparkling lights. Perhaps watch Elf back in the hotel room and you'll be giving Santa a run for his money in the Christmassy stakes.

Price: Stay and Skate package (Jumeirah Lowndes Hotel) is for two people staying. Minimum 48 hours advance booking. From £200 per person, excluding VAT

3. Eden Project Cornwall Ice Rink

When: Until March 2, 2014

Why: The Christmas ice rink at the Eden Project is skating with a difference! Trees adorned in fairy lights decorate this Nordic themed rink for the ultimate festive fairytale experience.

Expert skaters can sign up to the Super Skate sessions otherwise general sessions for all levels start on the hour for 40 minutes.

Price: From £6 (admission to the Eden Project not included)

4. Edinburgh Ice Rink

When: Until January 5, 2013

Why: Sure to make you think of Christmas fairies and nutcrackers and the like, Edinburgh ice rink is set just beneath the striking Edinburgh Castle and is one of the biggest outdoor ice rinks in Europe!

Before hitting the ice enjoy festive music, theatre performances and more mulled wine and mince pies than you can shake a candy cane at.

Price: Adults £8.50

5. Winter Wonderland Ice Rink

When: Until January 5, 2013

Why: Surrounded by a sea of endless fairground rides discover your inner kid at Hyde Park's Winter Wonderland ice rink. Illuminated by over 100,000 Christmas lights and complete with a Victorian bandstand at its centre this place was made for dates!

Heart set on a super romantic Xmas? Then start dropping some major hints now. *Accidentally on purpose leaves pamphlet in his coat pocket*.

Price: From £10.50 - £14.50

Don't forget to pack your hats and scarves...

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