Cambridge Ice Arena

On the ice

General public skating sessions are the main draw for visitors, and there are also themed sessions such as Coffee Skate and Patch Ice for those practising skills. The Learn to Skate programme suits beginners of all ages, and schools visit for group sessions. Local ice hockey clubs train and play here too.

Facilities

There is a cafe for warming up after a session. The free car park has 200 spaces, including disabled bays, with a 2.2 m height limit, and there is storage for around 120 bikes, which is useful in a cycling city like Cambridge.

Planning a visit

The arena is on the eastern side of the city, near Cambridge North and the Newmarket Road retail parks, so it pairs well with a stay at one of the nearby hotels. It is a good rainy-day option with children. Check the session timetable before you travel, as public sessions vary through the week. The arena also hosts university ice hockey, including matches in the long-running Varsity rivalry with Oxford, so it is worth checking for fixtures. For many families it is the main indoor activity on this side of the city, and it is a short drive or bus ride from the centre.

Highlights

• Year-round public skating
• Learn to Skate lessons
• Home to local ice hockey clubs
• Cafe on site
• Free car park with 200 spaces

Good to know

• Parking is free, with a 2.2 m height limit.
• Bike storage for around 120 bikes.
• Public session times vary; check the timetable before travelling.

Frequently asked questions