Ski-Allenheads — Attraction in Allendale

Fantastic spot for affordable and friendly skiing. A volunteer run club that gets surprisingly good snow. I've been going there for over a decade now. It's definitely more of a nursery slope but it beats an indoor place hands down. Lots of natural features and there's usually a couple of ad-hoc ramps to add to the fun. They have a large collection of donated skis, boots and poles, and now a few boards and boots too that you can hire for a nominal fee (donation). Lots of people of all ages learn to ski and board there and there's always someone willing to help out with a few...

Friendly relaxed atmosphere. Rudimentary but effective rope to pull you up the slope. Just a cabin to rest or watch in. My first real slope so hard to compare it but seems a great slope for learning or honing your skills. Facilities are at the excellent Hemmel Cafe in the...

The guy that has set this up is an absolute legend.

One field. Two ropes to the top (powered by a tractor of course) and a nice (albeit short) little run down. Fantastic for a bit of fun and I imagine super for beginner skiers.

Rental of skis and boots...