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Torquay (Barton) · Devon · UK
The English Riviera’s premier volunteer-run dry ski centre in Barton, featuring a 110m floodlit slope, race training, and panoramic valley views.
Overlooking the sunny coastal valleys of the English Riviera in Barton, Torquay Alpine Ski Club provides South Devon with a dedicated volunteer-run snow sports haven. The 110-metre floodlit main slope features an open, uninterrupted pitch maintained with automated water misting arrays, allowing recreational enthusiasts, local school groups, and regional racing teams to practice carving technique and gate discipline throughout the year.
Main slope
110 m
Surface type
Dendix diamond synthetic matting with automated water spray arrays
Floodlit
Yes
Typical session
90 min
Main slope width
25 m
Beginner slope length
35 m
Number of slopes
2
Lift type
Overhead Button Drag Lift and beginner surface tow
Main lifts
1
Beginner lifts
1
Misting system
Yes
Floodlit
Yes
Booking required
Yes
Best time to visit
Saturday and Sunday morning slots when recreational skiing runs alongside club coaching.
Steady 14% to 18% slope incline delivering a solid blue-grade profile for linked turns, carve drills, and race training.
Beginner
9
Freestyle
7
Surface quality
8
Crowd level
5
Mountain transfer
8
Junior Alpine Development Squads
Adult Beginner Ski & Board Tiers
Slalom Race Performance Clinics
Private 1-on-1 Instruction
Pricing is in Pounds Sterling (£) and matches standard 2026 club rates. Non-members are welcome for instruction and public sessions.
Rentals
Free Ride
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 18:00 - 21:00 |
| Wednesday | 18:00 - 21:00 |
| Thursday | 18:00 - 21:00 |
| Friday | 18:00 - 21:00 |
| Saturday | 09:30 - 17:00 |
| Sunday | 09:30 - 17:00 |
Located off the A380 (South Devon Highway) heading along Kingskerswell Road into Barton Hall. Approximately 10 minutes from central Torquay and 25 minutes from Exeter, with on-site parking at Barton Hall.
Tuesday and Thursday evenings when Devon race squads train through gated courses.