Parks & outdoors

Christmas By The Sea free ice skating rink (free skate hire)

Name: Christmas By The Sea free ice skating rink (free skate hire)
Start: 2026-11-20
End: 2027-01-03
Location: Blackpool town centre and Tower Festival Headland

20 Nov 2026 – 3 Jan 2027Daily 12pm–9pm (closed Christmas Day)
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Blackpool town centre and Tower Festival HeadlandAbout 85 min drive from Timperley
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FreeFree to skate, free skate hire, no booking: just turn up
Good for most agesOutdoors

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Christmas By The Sea free ice skating rink is on at Blackpool town centre and Tower Festival Headland from 20 November to 3 January 2027. It's about 85 minutes' drive from Timperley. It's free. There's no need to book. It suits most ages, and it's outdoors, so dress for the weather.

Last checked Thu 22 Oct 2026. Things change, so check with the venue before you travel. Source: visitblackpool.com. Report a problem

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Christmas By The Sea free ice skating rink (free skate hire)

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