Ice skating · Streatham
Streatham Ice and Leisure Centre
- An Olympic-size rink, 60m by 30m.
- 60-minute public sessions, seven days a week.
- Under-8s need a skating adult with them.
- Off-peak weekdays 9am to 4pm and weekend afternoons.
What is Streatham Ice and Leisure Centre?
Streatham has had an ice rink for over 80 years. Today's Streatham Ice and Leisure Centre, run by Active Lambeth, has a full Olympic-size rink measuring 60 by 30 metres, with seating for more than 900 spectators.
It's a leisure centre rather than a bar, and one of the best-value family options in south London.
How does it work?
Public ice sessions run throughout the day, every day, and last 60 minutes. Skate hire runs from child size 7 to adult size 15, with penguin and snowman skate aids for younger skaters.
Children under 8 must be accompanied by a skating adult.
How much does it cost?
| Details | |
|---|---|
| Public skating | Not publishedonline; shown when you book |
| Off-peak | Weekdays9am to 4pm, and weekends after 1pm |
Prices aren't published online; they're shown when you book. Verified September 2026.
How much is skating at Streatham?
Streatham doesn't publish public skating prices online; they're shown in Lambeth's booking system when you book.
What is the food and drink like?
Streatham High Road has plenty of cafés and restaurants nearby.
How do you get there?
Get directions on Google Maps ↗
390 Streatham High Road, SW16 6HX. Streatham station, on National Rail, is a short walk along the High Road.
How do you book?
Book public ice sessions online through Active Lambeth's booking system; booking ahead is advised.
Common questions
- Who is Streatham Ice and Leisure Centre good for?
- Our ratings: families with kids 5/5, groups of friends 4/5, dates 3/5, work socials with colleagues 2/5. Best for families with kids: Skate aids, and under-8s skate with an adult. Least suited to work socials with colleagues: A leisure rink, not a bar.
- When is the best time to go to Streatham Ice and Leisure Centre?
- Best weekday daytime (5/5): Off-peak 9am to 4pm on weekdays. Then weekend afternoons (Saturday or Sunday) 5/5, after work 3/5, late night 1/5.
- How much is ice skating at Streatham?
- Prices aren't published online; Lambeth's booking system shows them when you book.
- How long is a session?
- 60 minutes.
- Can young children skate?
- Yes, but under-8s must be with a skating adult. Skate aids are available.
- How big is the rink?
- Olympic size, 60m by 30m, with seating for over 900.
- When is Streatham Ice and Leisure Centre open?
- 6am to 10pm on weekdays and 7am to 7pm at weekends; public sessions run within those hours.
Who's it for?
Streatham Ice and Leisure Centre is best for families, and best weekday daytimes and weekend afternoons.
Group
- Date★★★★★An Olympic-size rink, but a leisure centre
- With friends★★★★★60-minute sessions every day
- Work social★★★★★A leisure rink, not a bar
- Family★★★★★Skate aids, and under-8s skate with an adult
Best time
- Weekday daytime★★★★★Off-peak 9am to 4pm on weekdays
- Weekend afternoon★★★★★Off-peak weekend afternoons
- After work★★★★★Weekday sessions until 10pm
- Late night★★★★★Weekends close 7pm
Our rating, based on price, age rules, group sizes and opening hours.
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