The Oxford Ice Rink in Oxford, Oxfordshire, is hosting a free event on March 7 and March 8, 2026, to encourage more people to try ice skating. The Big Open Weekend will offer residents the chance to use the rink and join taster sessions without paying an entry fee.
The weekend includes free taster lessons for beginners who want to learn how to glide on the ice. Those interested in these lessons must book them in advance by calling the rink on 01865 305010 to secure a place.
Staff will be available throughout the two days to offer advice on skating programmes and membership options. For safety reasons, any child under eight years old must be supervised on the ice by an adult during their session.
The event follows a £1.5 million project by Oxford City Council to modernise the building, which included installing a new cooling system for the ice and refreshing the interiors. The rink is the home ground for the Oxford City Stars ice hockey team and has served the local community for over 40 years.
The facility is currently managed by the More Leisure Community Trust and Serco Leisure. The partners took over the running of the site on March 30, 2024, as part of a long-term plan to improve leisure services across the city.
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