National Ice Centre & Nottingham Arena
National Ice Centre & Nottingham Arena has 4 meeting/event spaces for 150–8,500 delegates (theatre), largest: Main Arena (10,000).
- Up to 10,000 delegates
- 4 meeting spaces
- On-site parking
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3 photosCapacity overview
4 spaces · capacities by layout · floor area in m²
| Room | Theatre | Cabaret | Boardroom | Classroom | U-shape | Banquet | Reception | m² |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Main Arena | 8500 | — | — | — | — | — | 10000 | 2500 |
| Ice Pad 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1500 | 1800 |
| Ice Pad 2 | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1500 | 1800 |
| Conference Suite | 150 | — | 30 | 80 | 40 | — | — | 200 |
At a glance
The National Ice Centre & Nottingham Arena is a premier entertainment venue located in Nottingham's historic Lace Market. This multi-purpose complex combines a world-class arena with ice sports facilities, hosting major concerts, sporting events, conferences and exhibitions. The venue features state-of-the-art facilities including multiple event spaces, VIP hospitality areas, and comprehensive technical capabilities. With excellent transport links and central city location, it serves as a key destination for large-scale events in the East Midlands region.
Best suited for
- Concerts
- Ice Hockey
- Figure Skating
- Basketball
- Corporate Events
Why book with us?
- Independent venue sourcing
- Free to event organisers
- Access to negotiated rates
- Alternative venues included
- Human expert support
Know before you book
Provenance shown for every factMeeting spaces at this venue
Pricing & packages
Exact rates are confirmed on your proposal — our experts negotiate on your behalf.
Meeting room, equipment, lunch & refreshments.
Half day, full day and evening rates available on request.
Bespoke menus and exclusive-use packages for private events.
Food & catering
- Restaurant on site
- Bar on site
Dietary options catered for
Top facilities
- AV equipment
- Parking
- Accessible
- Air conditioning
- Catering facilities
- VIP areas
- Loading bay
- Security
AV & production
Accessibility
Always confirm specific access requirements with our team — we check on your behalf.
- Wheelchair accessible
- Step-free access
- Accessible seating areas
- Accessible parking
- Hearing loops
Location & getting there
Bolero Square, The Lace Market, Nottingham, NG1 1LA, United Kingdom
Venue Intelligence™
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National Ice Centre & Nottingham Arena is a verified arena & entertainment complex in Nottingham, hosting up to 10,000 guests. Its profile rates most strongly for Corporate, Historic, Accessibility. Verified on-site: av & production, food & catering, accessibility. Best suited to corporate conferences and board meetings.
Best for: corporate conferences and board meetings, memorable events in a heritage setting, fully accessible events.
Sustainability credentials are not yet evidenced in the profile data.
Venue profile ratings
- Corporate★★★★★
- Luxury★★★★★
- Historic★★★★★
- Creative★★★★★
- Eco★★★★★
- Hybrid Ready★★★★★
- Networking★★★★★
- Training★★★★★
- International★★★★★
- Accessibility★★★★★
Verified on-site
- Wi-FiNot listed
- AV & production✓ Verified
- Food & catering✓ Verified
- BedroomsNot listed
- SustainabilityNot listed
- Accessibility✓ Verified
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- Oct 2025Venue verified and listed
Added to the InternationalVenues.com verified directory.
- Oct 2025Quality score 90/100
Top-tier data completeness — capacities, facilities and access verified.
Frequently asked
How many meeting rooms does National Ice Centre & Nottingham Arena have?
National Ice Centre & Nottingham Arena has 4 meeting and event spaces in Nottingham, seating up to 8,500 delegates theatre-style in the largest room.
What is the capacity of National Ice Centre & Nottingham Arena's largest event space?
The largest event space at National Ice Centre & Nottingham Arena is Main Arena, with a maximum capacity of 10,000 guests.
What conference facilities does National Ice Centre & Nottingham Arena offer?
National Ice Centre & Nottingham Arena offers AV equipment, Parking, Accessible, Air conditioning, Professional lighting rigs, Sound systems, LED screens across its 4 meeting and event spaces.
What is the maximum capacity?
Up to 10,000 guests - 7,500 for ice events, 10,000 for concerts and entertainment
What AV equipment is available?
Professional-grade AV equipment including full lighting, sound systems, and broadcast capabilities
Is catering available?
Full catering services available including hospitality suites, concessions, and corporate dining
Is there parking available?
On-site parking available with 1,400 spaces, additional parking nearby
About National Ice Centre & Nottingham Arena
The National Ice Centre & Nottingham Arena is a premier entertainment venue located in Nottingham's historic Lace Market. This multi-purpose complex combines a world-class arena with ice sports facilities, hosting major concerts, sporting events, conferences and exhibitions. The venue features state-of-the-art facilities including multiple event spaces, VIP hospitality areas, and comprehensive technical capabilities. With excellent transport links and central city location, it serves as a key destination for large-scale events in the East Midlands region.
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