The Lecht
The Lecht lies on the A939 between Tomintoul and Strathdon and has something for everyone. At 2090 feet above sea level amid the beauty of the Eastern Cairngorms, this natural playground offers exciting outdoor activities for both winter season and summer season. It is particularly good for families and beginners with excellent nursery slopes and even a magic carpet to help get you started! The Lecht also has a great park for skiers and snowboarders who wish to test their skills on the jumps and rails.
Facilities at the centre include a chairlift rising to 2,500 ft, Skiing, Snowboarding, Tubing, Mountain Bike trails, Skills Park, Deval Karts, Quad Bikes, Fun Karts, Kiddies Karts etc Straddling the A939 on the famous Cockbridge to Tomintoul road, The Lecht is easily reached from Speyside and Aviemore, Donside and Aberdeen and also Royal Deeside and Perth.
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For those who wish to leave the lifts and the crowds behind, the Cairngorms National Park offers endless opportunities for ski touring and back country exploring just make sure you check the weather forecast and avalanche report before you go and ensure you have all the right equipment and know how to use it! There are lots of guides and training courses available in the area to make sure that you can make the most of the snow in the Cairngorms National Park in safety so why not give them a try?
See the list below for businesses to help you make the most of Snowsports in the Cairngorms National Park.
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1. CairnGorm Mountain - Funicular Railway
Go discover more.... Rarest, highest, windiest, coldest.... the Cairngorms is a mountain range of extremes. CairnGorm Mountain is Britain's 6th highes...
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CairnGorm Mountain
Aviemore
t: 01479 861261
2. Glenmore Shop Snowsports Hire and School
HIRE SKIS and BOARDS from Glenmore Ski Hire Shop. We have also launched a new ski and snowsports school to bring you a great winter sports experience.... more >
Glenmore
Aviemore
t: 01479 861253
3. The Ski School
We are the only ski school based on Cairngorm Mountain, at the heart of the Cairngorms National Park. In partnership with Cairngorm Mountain Ltd (th... more >
Cairngorm Mountain
Aviemore
t: 01479 861319 or 07881 988480
4. CairnGorm Mountain - Ski and Snowboard Hire
CairnGorm Mountain's very own ski and snowboard hire can provide you with everything you need to get you started.
Our ski/board hire has the latest ...
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Cairngorm Mountain
Aviemore
t: 01479 861261
5. CairnGorm Mountain - Skiing and Snowboarding
Winter Fun - It's all here at CairnGorm Mountain.
Skiing, Snow boarding, Sledging, Telemarking.
Open year round CairnGorm Mountain's winter season no...
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CairnGorm Ski Area
Aviemore
t: 01479 861261
6. The Snowboard School
We are the only snowboard school based on Cairngorm Mountain, at the heart of the Cairngorms National Park. In partnership with Cairngorm Mountain L... more >
Cairngorm Mountain
Aviemore
t: 01479 861319 or 07881 988480
7. Aviemore Ski and Snowboard Hire
Season 2010/11 sees the company move into its 16th season of suppling and fitting top quality winter sports equipment in Aviemore. Now firmly settled ... more >
Myrtlefield Shopping Centre
Aviemore
t: 01479 811711
8. Insh Hall Ski School
Loch Insh Watersports' BASI affiliated ski school, offering ski hire and instruction on our 60m dry ski slope and at the Scottish resorts.
Come ski w...
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Insh Hall
Kincraig
t: 01540 651272
9. British Association Snowsport Instructors Ltd
BASI is the OFFICIAL TRAINING and GRADING BODY for Snowsport Instructors in the United Kingdom and has been offering instructor training since 1963... more >
Morlich House
Grantown on Spey
t: +44 (0) 1479 861717
10. Ski and Snowboard with G2 Outdoor
We have been established as a Ski/Snowboard School for 10 years and we only employ the best instructors to give you the best learning experience in Sc... more >
Unit 3, Plot 10
Aviemore
t: 01479 811008
11. School of Snowsports/ Outdoor Discovery Ltd
A snowsports School and rental open all year with our own dryslope open daily. Also have a retail shop onsite with all your outdoor gear and equiment... more >
Ski Lodge
Aviemore
t: 01479 811066
12. Snowlimit
A professional ski and snowboard programme dedicated to children, and acting as a feeder to the performance programmes of Cairngorm Ski Club and Cairn... more >
Cairngorm Mountain
Aviemore
t: 01479 861319 or 07881 988480
13. Ski Hire by Cyclehighlands Ltd
Cyclehighlands provides winter sports rental from our Braemar base during the ski season.... more >
The Pavilion
Ballater
t: 013397 55864
14. Ski Hire from SkiBraemar
SkiBraemar provides snowsport rental for Glenshee and Lecht visitors. Based roadside in Braemar the hire is operated by Cyclehighlands of Ballater who... more >
Victoria Hall
Braemar
t: 013397 55864
15. Wilderness Scotland, Winter Sports (Small Group)
Our winter adventure activities provide unique itineraries and exceptional experiences, which allow you to get off the beaten track and explore the Hi...
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Inverdruie House
Aviemore
t: 0131 6256635
16. Glenmore Lodge-Skiing and Snowboarding
We are Scotlands's National Outdoor Training Centre based in the foothills of the Cairngorm mountains. There is a strong tradition of skiing at The Lo...
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Glenmore Lodge
Aviemore
t: 01479 861256
17. Alpine or Nordic - On Piste or Off - Full On Adventure
New - XC nordic track Ski rentals now available. You pick up or we bring them to you. We have qualified and experienced ski and snow board instructor... more >
24 Cairngorm Avenue
Aviemore
t: 07885 835838
18. Active Outdoor Pursuits - Skiing and Snowboarding
Free transport to Cairngorm when you book ski lessons. Active offer an exciting range of snowsports including, skiing, snowboarding, snowblades, ski ...
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Craigower Lodge Outdoor Centre
Newtonmore
t: 01540 210000
19. G2 Outdoor Ltd
Based in Aviemore G2 Outdoor provide outdoor activities such as Rafting, Canyoning, Gorge Walking, Rock Climbing, and Snow Sports for families, corpor... more >
Unit 3, Plot 10
Aviemore
t: 01479 811008
20. Cairngorm Adventure Guides
Cairngorm Adventure Guides provide Outdoor Activities and Adventure Sports Coaching, Guiding and Instruction. Our courses include; Rock Climbing, Hil... more >
20 Railway Terrace
Aviemore
t: 07736 933169
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