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Hampton Court Palace ice rink

Skate through history

Skate through history

Set against the backdrop of Henry VIII’s historic home, Hampton Court Palace Ice Rink is the perfect way to glide into the season. Lace up your skates, bring your loved ones and get ready for an enchanting experience on the ice.

From 22 November 2024 to 5 January 2025, Hampton Court Palace will transform into the perfect winter getaway, allowing visitors to lace up their skates and take to the ice for six weeks of festive fun.

Skaters can twirl, spin and glide (or stumble!) across the stunning open-air rink in front of the palace, providing a beautiful photo-worthy backdrop to capture memories with friends and family.

Make your day unforgettable with a trip inside Hampton Court Palace, which will be transformed into a food lover’s winter wonderland at this year’s Festive Fayre on 06-08 and 13-15 December.

When

Daily: 22 November 2024 - 05 January 2025 (excluding Christmas Day)

09:30-20:00

Ticketing information

Adults: from £18
Children 3-12 years: from £13
Family: from £46
Wheelchair Users: £12.00

Historic Royal Palaces members receive a 15% discount on ice-skating sessions held Monday to Friday. Valid until 13 December 2024. Find your discount code in the September member e-newsletter.


Separate ticket (palace admission not included)

Book Ice Rink tickets
Hampton Court Palace ice rink images for 2024 campaign, people on the ice with the West Front in the background.

Skating for all

The rink will also offer a variety of skate sessions tailored to meet the needs of all visitors. This includes dedicated quiet and sensory-friendly sessions designed for a more relaxed environment, along with discounted tickets for wheelchair users.The availability of two-bladed skates will also be increased for those who feel less confident on the ice.

Group of people enjoying hot drinks and taking a selfie with their phone at an ice skating rink. A Christmas tree and a palace lit up in purple and blue stands behind them.

Enjoy Winter Treats

After building up an appetite on the ice, treat yourself to something special at the Ice Café and Bar. Serving up hearty winter warmers, indulgent sweet and savoury treats and a variety of festive drinks, there’s something to satisfy every craving. It’s the perfect place to unwind and wrap-up your ice skating experience in style.

A woman smiles at a man, who is turned away from the camera. The woman is holding blue ice skates.

Important Information

Before your visit, please note the following:

  • Skating sessions last up to 45 minutes.
  • The ticket price includes skate hire and excludes the online booking fee. Admission to Hampton Court Palace is not included in your ice rink ticket.
  • Please arrive 30 to 40 minutes before your session to get ready to take to the ice.

For further information and the latest updates about Hampton Court Palace Ice Rink, visit the official website.

People skating on an ice rink with a palace and a Christmas tree in the background.
A young girl sitting on a penguin skate aid on an ice rink with Christmas lights and a tree behind them.
An ice rink with Christmas tree and a palace in the background.

EXPLORE WHAT'S ON

  • Events
  • Christmas

Hampton Court Palace Festive Fayre

Discover a winter wonderland with over 100 artisan producers at Henry VIII's palace.

  • 06-08 and 13-15 December 2024
  • 10:00-17:00 (The palace closes at 16:30)
  • Hampton Court Palace
  • Included in palace admission (Members go free)
Learn more

BOOKING SOON

  • Christmas
  • Families

Christmas Festivities

Celebrate Christmas at Hampton Court Palace with historical Tudor cookery and festive music.

  • Daily from 21 December to 05 January 2024 (Excluding 24-26 December)
  • Hampton Court Palace
  • Included in palace admission (Members go free)
Learn more
  • Things to see

Hampton Court Gardens

Take time to explore and relax in these world-renowned gardens and find our free entry Garden Open Days dates.

  • Open
  • In line with palace opening hours
  • Hampton Court Palace
  • Included in palace admission (Members go free)
Learn more

BROWSE MORE HISTORY AND STORIES

The story of Hampton Court Palace

Home of Henry VIII and the Tudor dynasty

Henry VIII, Terrible Tudor?

Who was the real Henry VIII?

The gardens at Hampton Court Palace

A brief history of the famous royal gardens

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Browse through our beautiful range of Christmas decorations, ornaments and baubles.

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Feast your eyes on our wonderful selection of food inspired by our royal kitchen. Shop chocolates, preserves, jam, chocolate coins and the finest liqueurs.

From £4.00

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Discover our range of traditional toys and games inspired by Historic Royal Palaces. Bring history to life with our fun selection of toys and games inspired by our British heritage.

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