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Gillingham · Kent · UK
The South East’s longest dry ski slope, featuring a 200m Dendix run, 700m Cresta toboggan track, and floodlit skiing in Gillingham, Kent.
Winding down the wooded hills of Capstone Farm Country Park in Kent, Chatham delivers the longest artificial ski run in the South East at 200 metres. The floodlit Dendix slope provides a reliable proving ground for London and Kent skiers prepping for winter holidays, while an adjoining 700-metre stainless steel Cresta toboggan track twists through the surrounding trees.
Main slope
200 m
Surface type
Dendix diamond synthetic matting with automated water spray arrays
Floodlit
Yes
Typical session
120 min
Main slope width
30 m
Beginner slope length
40 m
Number of slopes
2
Lift type
Overhead Poma Button Tow Lift and beginner surface tow
Main lifts
1
Beginner lifts
1
Misting system
Yes
Floodlit
Yes
Booking required
Yes
Best time to visit
Wednesday and Thursday daytime slots (10:00 to 14:00) offer quiet runs with immediate lift turnarounds.
Gradual 14% to 18% alpine pitch providing continuous blue-grade cruising, slalom gate sets, and short-radius carving arcs.
Beginner
8
Freestyle
7
Surface quality
8
Crowd level
6
Mountain transfer
8
Tots Ski Discovery (Ages 4-7)
Junior Alpine Development Tiers
Adult Foundation Ski & Board Levels
Private 1-on-1 Tuition
Pricing is in Pounds Sterling (£) and matches standard 2026 rates. Standard open practice rates bundle equipment hire (skis/board, boots, helmet).
Rentals
Free Ride
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 10:00 - 17:00 |
| Wednesday | 10:00 - 18:00 |
| Thursday | 10:00 - 18:00 |
| Friday | 10:00 - 18:00 |
| Saturday | 10:00 - 17:00 |
| Sunday | 10:00 - 17:00 |
Located off the M2 motorway (Exit 4) following the A278 onto Capstone Road. Approximately 45 minutes from London and 20 minutes from Maidstone or Rochester, with ample free parking.
Sunny weekend afternoons and school holidays when tobogganing and tubing sessions draw high visitor numbers.