Winter Wonderland

Chorley's Winter Wonderland

Chorley's winter wonderland will be back in the town centre this Christmas, with real ice rink, festive tipis and children's rides.

Saturday 13 December to 4 January (everyday except Christmas Day).

Cleveland Street car park, opposite Chorley Town Hall.

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Please see useful information below about the attractions at Winter Wonderland.

Real ice rink

As part of Winter Wonderland the covered 60ft by 40ft real ice rink will be back in Chorley from 13 December to 4 January, open every day except Christmas Day. Below you can find session prices and opening times.

Ice Rink Session Prices

Sessions start on the hour, with 45 mins skate time and 15 mins to put on/take off ice skates.
With the exception of school and community group bookings, advanced bookings cannot be taken for the ice rink, just turn up and enjoy! Communtiy and school groups can email events@chorley.gov.uk to enquire.


Standard Skate	£8pp
Family skate ticket (2 adults, 2 children)	£25

Skate hire included in price. Cash and card accepted.
Penguin skating aids available to use (free).

Ice Rink Opening Times

Date	Opening Times
Saturday 13 December	10am to 8pm
Sunday 14 December	11am to 7pm
Monday 15 to Thursday 18 December	12pm to 7pm
Friday 19 December	12pm to 8pm
Saturday 20 December	10am to 8pm
Sunday 21 December to Tuesday 23 December	10am to 7pm
Wednesday 24 December - Christmas Eve	10am to 6pm
Christmas Day	Closed
Friday 26 December - Boxing Day	12pm to 5pm
Saturday 27 December	10am to 8pm
Sunday 28 December	10am to 7pm
Monday 29 December	10am to 7pm
Tuesday 30 and Wednesday 31 December	10am to 6pm
Thursday 1 January - New Year's Day	11am to 6pm
Friday 2 January	10am to 7pm
Saturday 3 January	10am to 8pm
Sunday 4 January	10am to 5pm

Please see our Frequently Asked Questions here.

Accessing Winter Wonderland

There are two entrances to Winter Wonderland - the main entrance across from Chorley Town Hall on the corner of High Street (this is ground level, no steps) and also a smaller entrance at the back of Winter Wonderland (behind the tipis) on the corner of Cleveland Street and High street (please note this entance is via steps).

There are toilet facilities in Winter Wonderland, including a disabled toilet.

Getting to Chorley

Find out more about getting to Chorley.

From 8 to 24 December (inclusive), enjoy up to 3 hours FREE parking in Chorley town centre car parks.

Flat Iron Car Park: 2 hours FREE (max stay)
All other council-run town centre car parks: 3 hours FREE

A time of arrival ticket is required, and maximum stay periods still apply. Read more here

Local Accomodation

If one day just isn't enough to spend at Winter Wonderland and everything else Chorley has to offer, why not book some local accomodation. At Park Hall Hotel & Spa, your celebration becomes more than just a day - indulge in luxury accommodation across the beautifully appointed rooms and private cottages, complemented by their brand-new Thermal Spa for ultimate relaxation. Dine in style at Signature Grill House, our contemporary restaurant offering a refined menu of locally sourced dishes and authentic Indian flavours. Guests can enjoy extensive outdoor areas for relaxation, as well as our GameX zone featuring advanced VR experiences for innovative family entertainment.

In addition to this, Park Hall Hotel & Spa offers an exceptional setting for conferences, product launches, and corporate retreats. From the grand Lancastrian and Park Suite to the characterful Medieval Banquet Hall, our flexible spaces inspire creativity, collaboration, and connection. With 118 stylish bedrooms and luxury cottages, on-site accommodation suits groups of every size.

Park Hall Hotel & Spa is located in near Charnock Richard and is approximately a 12 minute drive from Chorley town centre.

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