bradford ice arena

Skate Shop

Shopping at Bradford Ice Arena

Our skate shop has everything you need for figure skating and ice hockey. If we don’t have what you’re looking for we can order it for you.

Please note that the shop can be opened on request during the times that it is closed if a staff member is free to open it. Please enquire at the booking office if you need assistance.

Bradford Ice Arena

over 55 years old!

In January 1966 Mecca Leisure Limited opened the ice rink in Bradford under the name of the Silver Blades Ice Rink, it was reputed to be “The finest rink in the world”, with coloured lighting in the barriers, sparkling chandeliers over the ice, and a plush bar and restaurant. The resplendently dressed skaters were entertained with organ music. The opening gala at the rink had performances by British skaters who had just returned from the World Championships, they included Sally Anne Stapleford, John Curry and ice dancers Bernard Ford and Diane Towler.

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