Synthetic Ice Rink Sizes, Capacity & Specifications

Available Rink Sizes

Our synthetic ice ranks are tailored to your space and the type of event you’re running. Whether that’s a tight indoor space or a sprawling outdoor festival site, our ice rinks can fit where you need them to.

Skater Capacity

The amount of skaters you can have on the rink at any one time depends on the size you choose. We’re more than happy to advise on the best setup possible, as we take pride in always keeping things running smoothly and safely throughout your event.

Indoor & Outdoor Use

Synthetic ice rinks are suitable for indoor and outdoor use. They perform consistently whatever the weather throws at them making them a reliable option all year round, with no need to worry about temperature or conditions affecting your event.

What’s Included in Your Ice Rink Hire

Rink & Equipment

We supply the full synthetic ice surface along with rink barriers to create a safe, properly enclosed skating area for your guests.

Installation & Setup

At Simply The Best Events, we take care of the full installation and dismantling of the rink. We work efficiently and with minimal disruption to your venue to ensure a smooth process. Synthetic ice is much lighter and quicker to install than real ice, so there’s no difficulty getting everything set up.

Skates & Accessories

Ice skates are included with with every hire. We provide sizes to suit both children and adults so everyone can get involved.

Staffing & Support

We provide experienced staff to help manage the rink. Assisting your guests and keep everything running as it should throughout your event.

Safety & Insurance

All of our hires include the necessary safety measures along with public liability insurance, giving you complete peace of mind from setup right through to pack-down.

Why You Should Choose a Synthetic Ice Rink?

Benefits of a Synthetic Ice Rink vs a Real Ice Rink

We’re often asked about the key differences between synthetic and real ice rinks. We’re always happy to advise why synthetic rinks are perfect for almost every event – they’re easier to manage, far simpler to set up and incredibly similar to real ice surfaces. Most skaters are surprised by the how naturally the glide of a synthetic surface feels, making it suitable for beginners and confident skaters to enjoy.

The surface obviously isn’t real ice, so there’s no need for expensive generators or chilling units. Due to this, the rink doesn’t need to be kept frozen. This keeps the fuel bill right down and eliminates a significant cost from your event budget!

When we install the rink, there’s very little likelihood of damage to the surface of your venue thanks to the lighter surface weight. It’s much easier and quicker to install than real ice, as there’s no difficulty getting everything set up and no risk of melting partway through your event.

Suitable for Year-Round Use

Because the rink isn’t affected by temperature, it can be used at absolutely any time of year. You don’t have to worry about weather conditions or melting, which makes planning much easier and gives you complete flexibility on when to run your event.

Ideal Events & Use Cases

Corporate Events

A synthetic rink is a brilliant way to add something genuinely interactive to corporate events and brand activations, giving guests an experience they’ll remember.

Christmas & Winter Events

Our rinks are perfect for festive events, winter markets and seasonal attractions, bringing that classic ice rink atmosphere without any of the usual headaches.

Public Events & Festivals

Synthetic ice rinks are well suited to high footfall events. Where you need an attraction that can handle a steady flow of visitors throughout the day, have confidence that your ice rink is well suited.

Private Parties

For a memorable addition to your private party, a synthetic ice rink stays in the mind. Whether it’s a milestone birthday or a family gathering, it really is a stand out attraction.

Setup Requirements & Installation

Space Requirements

We do require a flat surface to install the rink on. We’re always happy to advise on sizing based on the space you’ve got available.

Surface & Access

The rink can be installed on most solid surfaces, as long as there’s suitable access for our delivery vehicles and setup team.

Installation Time

Installation time all comes down to the size of the rink, but our team works with efficiency to make sure everything is ready and tested well before your event starts.

Get a Quote for Synthetic Ice Rink Hire

Planning an event and looking to hire a synthetic ice rink? Just get in touch! We’ll talk through exactly what you need and recommend the best setup for your space, your event and your budget.