Swadlincote is a large leisure facility and dry ski slope offering year-round skiing, snowboarding and a range of family activities. Located in the heart of The National Forest, the centre is within convenient reach of Derby, Leicester and other parts of the Midlands.
The site combines snowsports facilities with recreational attractions, food and drink options, and spaces suitable for private events. Skiing and snowboarding are available throughout the year, with lessons offered for different standards and levels of experience.
Skiing and Snowboarding
The dry slope provides opportunities for both recreational skiing and snowboarding, making Swadlincote suitable for beginners, developing participants and more experienced visitors.
Lessons are available for different ability levels, helping new skiers and snowboarders learn core techniques while giving returning participants the chance to improve control, confidence and consistency. Year-round access also makes the centre useful for practice before a winter holiday or future snowsports event.
Toboggan Run
One of the centre’s main attractions is its 500-metre toboggan run. The activity offers a different type of downhill recreation and can be enjoyed alongside the skiing and snowboarding facilities.
The toboggan run adds variety to a visit and makes the venue suitable for families and groups looking for activities beyond traditional snowsports.
Sno-Tubing Activities
Swadlincote also offers sno-tubing, a recreational slope activity that provides an accessible option for children, families and groups.
Sno-tubing does not require the same technical skills as skiing or snowboarding, making it suitable for visitors who want to enjoy a fast-paced slope activity without taking formal lessons.
Bar and Restaurant
A fully licensed bar and restaurant are available on site, giving visitors a place to relax, eat and socialise before or after activities.
These facilities also support group visits and private events, helping make Swadlincote a broader leisure destination rather than only a ski centre.
Parties, Meetings and Events
The facilities at Swadlincote can be used for meetings, weddings, parties and other organised occasions. The combination of activity areas, catering options and event spaces makes the venue suitable for a wide variety of group visits.
Its location within The National Forest also provides a distinctive setting for leisure activities and social events throughout the year.