Skiing & Snowboarding
Skiing in Scotland
Lochaber is lucky enough to have two ski centres – both very different in character.
Though small by European comparisons, they offer skiing for all standards from beginner to expert. Scotland is a great place to learn to ski and both centres have facilities for complete beginners or those who just want to brush up on their skills.
You can hire skis or a board and take lessons with our friendly English-speaking instructors. Though we're not that high up, the ski resorts and the surrounding mountains have proper ‘winter weather’. So, conditions aren’t always predictable and you have to be prepared for anything.
The downside of this unpredictable weather is that you sometimes can’t ski for a day or two. The upside is that we usually get snow well into April. You can find real winter skiiing conditions here when it is spring everywhere else! Remember that conditions change all the time.
Snowboarding
Nevis Range and Glencoe are two completely different ski areas. Nevis Range is the newest ski resort in Scotland, with a wide range of slopes for all abilities and the expanse of the Back Corries. It’s truly a modern resort.
By contrast, Glencoe is the oldest ski area in Scotland. But it boasts some really good varied terrain, which suits snowboarders of all standards. Both resorts offer snowboard hire but be early on weekends to avoid queues.
If it's your first time on a snowboard or you need a refresher course you'll be in safe hands. Instructors are all professional BASI trained. BASP-trained teams of patrollers are always on hand with free medical attention at both resorts.Conditions in the Scottish mountains can vary considerably - and the wind chill can make 0c feel like – 8c so always be prepared and consider your layering and outerwear carefully. But most of all snowboarding in Scotland is Fun, so just enjoy yourself.
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Rockhopper Sea Kayaking
Rockhopper Sea Kayaking is a fully mobile provider of guided sea kayaking trips and sea kayaking instruction based near Fort William on the West Coast of Scotland.
No Fuss Events
So what is No Fuss all about? Well basically we love the outdoors, we love events and the fun, camaraderie and craic. We have tried to strip back some of the rules and regulations involved with sport that can be a wee bit off putting at times.
The Moorings
The Moorings Hotel lies alongside the Caledonian Canal at the famous Neptune's Staircase. With splendid panoramic views of Ben Nevis and Aonach Mor, the Moorings offers comfort and style coupled with the covenience of a modern hotel.
Ben Nevis
Ben Nevis Guide
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