Snowplanet

About

Snowplanet at Silverdale is real snow, indoors, year-round, across more than eight thousand square metres. Both skiing and snowboarding, with a Poma lift for the main slope and a seventy metre ski mat servicing the beginners' area. There is a terrain park with a layout that changes every three to five weeks, so it does not go stale for regulars. Lessons run from first timer through to private and progression, including Mini Chilly lessons for children five and under, plus school holiday programmes and proper athlete training. Lessons are not compulsory but the beginners' slope is where you want to start. Helmets are compulsory for everyone on the snow. Winter Wonderland is a separate area with snow play and tubing, and tubing needs booking. Spectators are free in the 7 Summits restaurant and bar overlooking the slope.