Ever fancied a bit of Blackpool Glice skating? Well, the New and Free Glice skating rink is just for you. As the vast 40 metres long rink stars as one of the main attractions of the Christmas by The Sea Event.
The rink is accessible, for free, to residents and visitors of Blackpool. Although All Ages can use the rink, it is advised that new skaters take a friend for support; but under 14’s need to be accompanied by an adult. Also, it would be best if you took full advantage to try Ice Skating for the first time, as they offer a free skate hire service.
You can make it the perfect opportunity to spend time with friends and family, especially during the festive season. So, Bring your friends as the Blackpool Glice Rink can host up to 60 skaters!
Finally, each skaters session lasts for 40 minutes, plus 10 minutes before to change into skates and 10 minutes after to change out. Also, there are designated changing facilities and skate aids available. So, check the times of the sessions listed below.
Glice Rink Sessions TimeTable
| Date | Open Hours |
|---|---|
| CLOSED | |
| CLOSED | |
| CLOSED | |
| 5pm – 8pm (17:00 – 20:00) | |
| Weather Closure | |
| Weather Closure | |
| 5pm – 8pm (17:00 – 20:00) | |
| CLOSED | |
| CLOSED | |
| Wednesday 1 Dec (01/12/2021) | CLOSED |
| Thursday 2 Dec (02/12/2021) | 5pm – 8pm (17:00 – 20:00) |
| Friday 3 Dec (03/12/2021) | 5pm – 9pm (17:00 – 21:00) |
| Saturday 4 Dec (04/12/2021) | 12pm – 9pm (12:00 – 21:00) |
| Sunday 5 Dec (05/12/2021) | 12pm – 6pm (12:00 – 18:00) |
| Monday 6 Dec (06/12/2021) Hanukkah Ends | CLOSED |
| Tuesday 7 Dec (07/12/2021) | CLOSED |
| Wednesday 8 Dec (08/12/2021) | CLOSED |
| Thursday 9 Dec (09/12/2021) | 5pm – 8pm (17:00 – 20:00) |
| Friday 10 Dec (10/12/2021) | 5pm – 9pm (17:00 – 21:00) |
| Saturday 11 Dec (11/12/2021) | 12pm – 9pm (12:00 – 21:00) |
| Sunday 12 Dec (12/12/2021) | 12pm – 6pm (12:00 – 18:00) |
| Monday 13 Dec (13/12/2021) | CLOSED |
| Tuesday 14 Dec (14/12/2021) | CLOSED |
| Wednesday 15 Dec (15/12/2021) | CLOSED |
| Thursday 16 Dec (16/12/2021) | 5pm – 9pm (17:00 – 21:00) |
| Friday 17 Dec (17/12/2021) | 12pm – 9pm (12:00 – 21:00) |
| Saturday 18 Dec (18/12/2021) | 2pm – 9pm (12:00 – 21:00) |
| Sunday 19 Dec (19/12/2021) | 12pm – 8pm (12:00 – 20:00) |
| Monday 20 Dec (20/12/2021) | 12pm – 8pm (12:00 – 20:00) |
| Tuesday 21 Dec (21/12/2021) | 12pm – 8pm (12:00 – 20:00) |
| Wednesday 22 Dec (22/12/2021) | 12pm – 8pm (12:00 – 20:00) |
| Thursday 23 Dec (23/12/2021) | 12pm – 8pm (12:00 – 20:00) |
| Friday 24 Dec (24/12/2021) Christmas Eve | 12pm – 5pm (12:00 – 17:00) |
| Saturday 25 Dec (25/12/2021) Christmas Day | CLOSED |
| Sunday 26 Dec (26/12/2021) Kwanzaa Start / Boxing Day | 12pm – 5pm (12:00 – 17:00) |
| Monday 27 Dec (27/12/2021) | 12pm – 5pm (12:00 – 17:00) |
| Tuesday 28 Dec (28/12/2021) | 12pm – 5pm (12:00 – 17:00) |
| Wednesday 29 Dec (29/12/2021) | 12pm – 5pm (12:00 – 17:00) |
| Thursday 30 Dec (30/12/2021) | 12pm – 5pm (12:00 – 17:00) |
| Friday 31 Dec (31/12/2021) Ōmisoka / New Years Eve | 12pm – 5pm (12:00 – 17:00) |
| Saturday 1 Jan (01/01/2022) Kwanzaa End / New Years Day | 12pm – 5pm (12:00 – 17:00) |
| Sunday 2 Jan (02/01/2021) | 12pm – 5pm (12:00 – 17:00) |
| Monday 3 Jan (03/01/2021) | 12pm – 5pm (12:00 – 17:00) |
Blackpool Glice Skating FAQ
The rinks location is along the promenade near the Blackpool Tower.
Yes, There is Free Skates Hire available.
No, As they would prefer you to take advantage of the Free Skate Hire.
Glice is a New Generation Synthetic Ice. Swiss engineered to be Self-Lubricating and have NO water or energy costs.
No, these types of skates are not allowed by the organiser.
Yes, you can hire free skates and use the rink for 40 minutes, excluding changing times.
Some Storage is provided, but any possessions are left at your own risk.
Skate Aids are limited on a first-come, first-serve basis.
The rink has some essential wind protection, so dress comfortably and warm. Make sure to bring some gloves, if you can.
Yes!
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