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Sunderland · Tyne and Wear · UK
The North East’s premier race and coaching centre in Sunderland, featuring two 160m slopes, a nursery hill, and 3 drag lifts.
Engineered with high operational throughput in mind, this Sunderland facility stands out for running dual 160-metre main slopes alongside an isolated nursery hill. Serviced by three independent button lifts, the layout allows regional racing squads to train on full slalom courses while recreational skiers and learners use the adjacent slope without congestion.
Main slope
160 m
Surface type
Dendix diamond synthetic matting with high-pressure water misting nozzles
Floodlit
Yes
Typical session
120 min
Main slope width
35 m
Beginner slope length
50 m
Number of slopes
3
Lift type
3 Surface Button Tow Lifts and beginner rope tow
Main lifts
3
Beginner lifts
1
Misting system
Yes
Floodlit
Yes
Booking required
Yes
Best time to visit
Midweek mornings (Monday to Thursday from 10:00 to 14:00) when both main runs are quiet.
Comfortable 14% to 18% incline across dual 160m trails, providing wide layout space for slalom gate courses and recreational carving.
Beginner
9
Freestyle
7
Surface quality
8
Crowd level
6
Mountain transfer
8
Penguins & Polar Bears (Ages 4-7)
Junior Alpine Development Squads
Adult Learn to Ski & Board Courses
North East Race League Coaching
Adaptive Snowsports Clinics
Pricing is in Pounds Sterling (£) and matches standard 2026 Sunderland Active municipal rates. Rates bundle equipment rental (skis/board, boots, poles, helmet).
Rentals
Free Ride
| Monday | 10:00 - 21:00 |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 10:00 - 21:00 |
| Wednesday | 10:00 - 21:00 |
| Thursday | 10:00 - 21:00 |
| Friday | 10:00 - 21:00 |
| Saturday | 09:30 - 17:00 |
| Sunday | 09:30 - 17:00 |
Accessible via the A19 or A690 onto Silksworth Lane. Approximately 10 minutes from Sunderland city centre and 25 minutes from Newcastle upon Tyne, with free on-site parking.
Tuesday and Thursday evenings when local school and regional race squads train.