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Ice skating

Skate at Somerset House

An outdoor courtyard rink for a classic central London winter evening. Pair it with a wander through nearby Covent Garden.

Skating at Somerset House on Christmas Eve, 2014.
Eagleash
When11 Nov 2026 – 10 Jan 2027
WhereStrand, central London
Season statusConfirmed

Planning your visit

Put your skating session first in the plan, then choose dinner nearby. Check arrival instructions, skate hire and beginner support with the venue.

Tickets: what to check

Choose your session in the current booking calendar. Check skate hire, age rules and arrival instructions; evening events and special sessions can have different conditions.

Check event details and ticket availability

Nearby ideas and further reading

Explore our ice skating guide and ticket-buying advice before choosing your next stop.

An evening at the theatre

An afternoon skate, then an evening show

If you want both activities in one day, choose an afternoon skate and leave time to warm up and eat. Mamma Mia! at the Novello and SIX at the Vaudeville are options around the Strand. Avoid booking a skating session immediately before curtain-up.

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