Thanks to our community partner Octopus Energy, The Queen’s House Ice Rink is one of the most affordable and accessible Christmas events in London. Every year we welcome thousands of community skaters onto the ice in Greenwich, and this winter we’re doing it again with Community Takeover Mondays: just £5 per skater for community groups.
Whether you run a youth club, a Scout troop, a local sports team or a small charity, this is your chance to give your group a festive day out on the ice beneath the Queen’s House, in the heart of a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Affordable Christmas skating, made possible by Octopus Energy
Christmas in London should be for everyone. Our partnership with Octopus Energy is what allows us to keep community skating at just £5 per skater, so more groups can join in the festive fun without worrying about the cost.
It means youth leaders, volunteers and charity teams can plan a proper Christmas treat for the people they support, and it means the rink stays open and accessible to communities across Greenwich, south east London and beyond.
What is Community Takeover Monday?
Every Monday from 23 November to 14 December 2026, we open the ice to community groups for just £5 per skater. It’s our way of giving back to the communities that make London special, and it’s one of the best value Christmas offers in the city.
It’s the perfect way to bring people together, celebrate the season and create magical memories on the ice. Think youth club outings, end of term celebrations, team socials, or a well deserved thank you for volunteers.
Every community group is welcome
Community Takeover Mondays are open to any community group, youth organisation or charitable organisation. If you bring people together, we’d love to welcome you. That includes:
- Youth clubs and youth organisations
- Scouts, Cubs, Beavers and Explorers
- Girlguiding groups, including Rainbows, Brownies, Guides and Rangers
- Sports teams and clubs of every kind, from grassroots football to netball, rugby and athletics
- Charities and charitable organisations
- Community centres and neighbourhood groups
- Faith and cultural groups
- Tenants and residents associations
- Support groups, care organisations and carers groups
- Volunteer teams and community projects
- Older people’s groups, family groups and parent networks
Not sure if your group qualifies? If you’re a not for profit, community led or charitable group, the answer is almost certainly yes. Just get in touch and we’ll help you book.
£5 school trips this Christmas
We also welcome schools for just £5 per student, with teachers skating for free. School sessions run on weekdays from 23 November to 18 December 2026, making The Queen’s House Ice Rink one of the most affordable Christmas school trips in London.
Skate aids and helmets are provided, so pupils of every ability can enjoy the ice with confidence. You can also pair your visit with Royal Museums Greenwich to turn a festive outing into a full day of learning, and PTAs can use the trip as a fundraising opportunity.
To book a school trip, visit thequeenshouseicerink.com/schools or email schools@thequeenshouseicerink.com.
Why bring your group to The Queen’s House Ice Rink?
London’s highest Google rated ice rink. Our skaters keep telling us they love it, and we think your group will too.
A bigger rink this year. The rink is 30% bigger for the 2026/27 season with the same session capacity, so everyone gets more space on the ice. Ideal for first timers and nervous skaters.
A setting like nowhere else. Skate in front of the Queen’s House in Royal Greenwich, surrounded by centuries of history and one of London’s most beautiful views at Christmas.
Easy to reach. Greenwich is well connected by DLR, Southeastern rail, buses and Uber Boat by Thames Clippers, making it simple for groups travelling from across London and Kent.
All ages welcome. Skaters aged 3 and up can take to the ice, so groups of every age can join in.
More Christmas offers and discounts in London
Community Takeover Mondays are just one part of our offers this season. Looking for more ways to skate for less in London this Christmas?
- Group discounts: groups of 20 or more get 15% off tickets. Bringing 50 or more? We’ll create a bespoke package for you.
- SEND sessions: Mondays, 3pm to 4pm, a calmer, adapted session designed with accessibility and sensory needs in mind.
- Kids skate free: Tuesdays, 4pm to 6pm. Adults pay for one session and skate for two.
- Parent and Mini Skater: weekdays, 2pm to 3pm, £15 for both.
- Students: skate for just £10 on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, or get 20% off standard sessions with code STUDENT20.
- Blue Light workers: 20% off standard sessions for NHS, police, fire and ambulance workers with code BLUELIGHT20.
- School groups: £5 per student on weekdays, with teachers skating free.
How to book Community Takeover Monday
Booking is simple. Email our team at community@thequeenshouseicerink.com with your group name, the Monday you’d like to skate and roughly how many skaters you’re bringing. We’ll take care of the rest.
Spaces are limited and Mondays fill up fast in the run up to Christmas, so we recommend getting in touch early.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Community Takeover Monday cost? Just £5 per skater for community groups, youth clubs and charitable organisations, thanks to our community partner Octopus Energy.
When does Community Takeover Monday run? Every Monday from 23 November to 14 December 2026.
Which groups can book? Any community group, including youth clubs, Scouts, Girlguiding, sports teams, charities, community centres, faith groups and volunteer organisations.
Do you offer £5 school trips? Yes. Schools skate for £5 per student on weekdays from 23 November to 18 December 2026, with teachers skating free and skate aids and helmets provided. Email schools@thequeenshouseicerink.com to book.
Is there a minimum age? Skaters must be aged 3 or over to go on the ice.
Do we need to be experienced skaters? Not at all. Our sessions are perfect for beginners, and the bigger rink this year means plenty of room for everyone to find their feet.
Where is The Queen’s House Ice Rink? In Royal Greenwich, south east London, in front of the Queen’s House and within the Maritime Greenwich UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Is this one of the cheapest Christmas activities in London? At £5 per skater, Community Takeover Monday is one of the most affordable festive group activities in London this Christmas.
Grab your group, it’s time to hit the ice. Email community@thequeenshouseicerink.com to book your Community Takeover Monday today.