a hose
There are a number of sources of information about how to make a backyard ice rink. For instance one can read instructions at Instructables and Popular Mechanics. One can also view a 'How to Build a Backyard Rink' on YouTube.
in an ice rink
skating No, it means at the ice-skating rink (skating is le patinage) It actually means ice rink
an ice rink
Yes.
I'm going to the skating rink (probably the ice skating rink, but not necessarily)
Hampton Court Ice Rink
No because the ships lengths are too short and the beam is too short for an ice skating rink
rink
An ice rink, usually affectionately referred to as 'the rink'
There are a variety of activities that you can do on a skating rink. These activities will all make you a stronger, healthier person. You would also have a huge advantage over others if you actually owned your own skating rink... You could have unlimited ice time.
Water on the ice at an indoor ice skating rink would not be acceptable, and should be reported to the management immediately as a safety hazard. And do not skate on that rink until the problem is fixed.