Brent Cross Shopping Centre will open its first ice rink this winter. Just a 25-minute drive from Harrow, the new rink will offer a festive outing for families, couples, and skating fans. ‘Skate Brent Cross’ will transform the John Lewis car park into a seasonal attraction from Friday, 1st November, running until Sunday, 5th January.
The rink is designed to welcome skaters of all levels, with support available for young children and beginners. Alongside the skating, Brent Cross will feature several bookable festive experiences. From Monday, 9th to Friday, 13th December, John Lewis will host Christmas storytime sessions with Santa, including photo opportunities and chocolate treats. Cricut™ will also offer a custom holiday jumper workshop from Monday, 16th to Saturday, 21st December.
Skaters can visit Brent Cross’s dining spots like Shake Shack, Wagamama, and Pizza Express to warm up after their session. With over 120 shops, including Apple, Zara, and JD Sports, visitors have plenty of options for Christmas shopping. Brent Cross also offers free parking, EV charging, and convenient tube and rail links.
For tickets and more details, visit the Skate Brent Cross website.
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