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Lidl on Ice

Get your skates on and glide all the way up and down Edinburgh’s famous George St on the magnificent alpine ice rink, sponsored by Lidl GB, in partnership with Essential Edinburgh!

Lidl on Ice

About Lidl on Ice

In Partnership with Essential Edinburgh
West George St between Castle Street and Charlotte Square

Children under 12 must be accompanied by a responsible adult, no babes in arms. Children must be over 1.2m in height, we will have designated sessions for the wee ones.

Please arrive 20 minutes in advance of your time slot to get your skates on ahead of your session start time!

For safety reasons, you are not allowed to take photographs whilst on the ice. However, spectators can take photos from the viewing platforms around the rink
The minimum skate size boot on the rink is a children's size 8, and the maximum is an adult size 15

Skate hire is included in the price of your ticket, but you're also welcome to bring your own skates subject to suitability checks. (Please note: speed skates are not allowed.)

Skating aid penguins are available for younger children at an additional cost of £5. These can be pre-booked online or bought at the rink. Subject to availability.

Wheelchair users are welcome on the rink in any session. For further information please contact access@assemblyfestival.com

The 20% EH postcode discount is applicable to Ice Skating at George Street.

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