Group Experiences

As an inclusive and unique winter sport, curling is the ideal group activity. People of all abilities, aged 8+, can participate in our entertaining experiences. We are open from early to late, 7 days a week, throughout the curling season (27 September 2021 to late March 2022). Whether you want to book for friends & family, team building, corporate events, a stag/hen party, or whatever else, our qualified coaches will have you sharing plenty of laughs while learning to play like the pros.

Our ice rink has seven sheets of ice (like lanes in a bowling alley), which each host a maximum of eight participants. If your group has more than 8 participants, you will need to book additional sheet(s) to host your full group. The cost includes all the necessary curling equipment plus a qualified coach per sheet to ensure that everyone safely learns the basics and enjoys a proper game experience.

We have plenty of free on-site car parking, are easily accessed from both Edinburgh city centre (east) or the airport (west), and can offer use of our clubrooms. Bar/Catering facilities are also available.

Please note that all Group Experiences must be booked in advance, preferably with at least 2 weeks notice, so that we can source qualified coaches for you.

If you are hoping to book, please download our Group Experience Guide for more information, download and complete a Booking Interest Form, then return it to us – info@edinburghcurling.co.uk

Group Experience Guide
Download Booking Interest Form

Group Experience packages

All prices are per sheet (maximum of 8 participants) and include a qualified coach.

Starter Package – £200 for your curling session including a 30 minute introduction and 1h 45mins on the ice.

Bronze Package – £240 includes your curling session, a hot filled roll, and tea/coffee.

Silver Package – £292 includes your curling session, soup and sandwiches, and a drink from the bar.

Gold Package – £344 includes your curling session, a 3-course meal, and a drink from the bar.

For all packages, additional meals can be added on a per head basis. Please contact us for more information.

Session Times

Session 1
(morning)		Session 2
(lunchtime)		Session 3
(afternoon)		Session 4
(early evening)		Session 5
(late evening)
Mon-Fri0930-1115 or
1000-1145		1145-1330 or
1215-1400		1430-1615 or
1500-1645		1730-1915 or
1800-1945		1945-2031 or
2015-2200
Sat/Sun1000-1145 or
1030-1215		1215-1400 or
1245-1430		1430-1615 or
1500-1645		1645-1830 or
1715-1900		1900-2045 or
1930-2115

Please note that this schedule may vary on some dates, due to special events.

What equipment do you need?

There’s only one thing you need to bring – a spare pair of spotlessly clean, rubber-soled trainers to change into after arriving inside the rink. Please do not wear these on your journey because any moisture or dirt will damage our ice. A tiny speck of dirt may not seem like much, but it’s enough to kick our 20kg curling stones wildly off target! 

If you are concerned that your trainers won’t have enough grip, we can provide specially-designed grippers to put over your shoes.

All other curling equipment is provided by us.   

What should we wear?

We recommend thick socks, warm layers of loose clothing, plus maybe even a hat and gloves. As you warm-up you can remove layers to stay comfortable – which is far better than being cold!

As curling can involve a lot of bending and stretching, we do not recommend anything that either restricts movement or risks revealing more than you intend (eg: jeans, fitted clothing, skirts/dresses).

Curling FAQ

The booking process:

  1. Download our Booking Interest Form, complete the requested details, and email it to us – info@edinburghcurling.co.uk
  2. We will be respond regarding availability & suitable alternatives (note there’s no curling until 27 Sept 2021).
  3. Tell us which session you would like to book.
  4. We will book the ice for your preferred session and issue your invoice.
  5. Pay the invoice in advance of your event.
  6. Enjoy your curling experience. If anyone in your group wants to do more curling, we have a variety of courses and clubs that would welcome new curlers. And of course your group is also very welcome to book again.