Discover London's FREE Street Skate Scene in 2026: Glide Through the City for Beginners to Advanced Skaters

If you're into inline skating or quad rollerskating and want to experience London on wheels without spending a penny, the city's vibrant street skate community has you covered. These free, organised group skates are a fantastic way to build skills, stay fit, meet fellow skaters, and discover hidden corners of the capital. From chilled park laps to energetic night rides with music and marshals, there's something for every level.

Here are some of the best ongoing options in 2026 that are all free, volunteer-run, and weather-dependent (check socials or websites for last-minute updates).

Perfect for Beginners: Easy Saturday Skate (ESS) in Battersea Park

Looking for a super gentle introduction to skating? Head to Battersea Park every Saturday at 10:30am year-round. Meet by the iconic Pagoda statue for two relaxed laps of the flat, traffic-free paths. It's incredibly beginner-friendly so you don't even need to be a pro at stopping and often includes free help from qualified instructors. Just bring your skates and enjoy the fun vibe!

Here are some shots of the easy, friendly atmosphere in Battersea Park:

More details: easysaturdayskate.com

Great for Intermediates: Sunday Stroll and Summer Wednesday Night Skate

For a step up, check out the London Street Skates crew. Their Sunday Stroll is a relaxed, social skate starting around 1:45pm every Sunday, covering 7-9 miles with marshals, music, and a DJ on the mic for extra energy. Routes change weekly, starting and ending at Hyde Park Corner.

In the warmer months (roughly mid-April to mid-September), they run the slightly faster Wednesday Night Skate from 7:45pm which is still intermediate-friendly but with more pace, covering 10-12 miles starting and ending at Hyde Park Corner.

These are marshalled for safety and open to anyone who can stop, turn, and handle some hills.

Full info and routes: londonstreetskates.com

For Advanced/Faster Skaters: Friday Night Skate (LFNS)

Ready for more of a challenge? The Friday Night Skate runs every Friday at 7:45pm year-round which is perfect for experienced skaters who love speed, hills, and technical routes (12-14 miles). It's fully marshalled with pumping music, and the routes vary each week for fresh adventures. Starts and ends at Wellington Arch.

Here’s a glimpse of the nighttime street skating buzz. 

More at londonstreetskates.com

Bonus Options & Community Tips

• London Skate School occasionally organise street skates for their students. Sign up for lessons to join their newsletter and WhatsApp groups for invites.
  
  
• The Grand Skate Tour will be announcing dates to host their annual London event soon so stay tuned and find out more about them here.
  

• Follow OJ Street Skates on Instagram or message them for access to their WhatsApp chat. They run fun, unique skates around Hyde Park and beyond.
  
  
• There are more hidden gems, like Friday evening skates starting from London Bridge or events organised by groups in Burgess Park (great for south London vibes). The best way to discover them? Head to the parks, chat with other skaters, or search Facebook/Instagram groups for local street skate announcements.

And don't miss the special themed events like the legendary Halloween and Santa skates where everyone dresses up and the energy goes through the roof! There are so many options for you to get your skates on in 2026 so go and enjoy the ride!