Scottish Ski Club Links
Scottish Ski Areas
The spectacular panoramic views from the terrace of the Ptarmigan Restaurant, nestled just under the summit of Cairn Gorm, together with the mountain exhibition and shop, offer an excellent all weather experience that is both memorable and unique.
Glencoe Ski CentreGlencoe ski area in the midst of some of Scotland's most spectacular scenery. Nearby, the rocky peak of Buchaille Etive Mor thrusts high above the entrances to Glen Etive and Glen Coe.
Glenshee Ski Centre3,504 ft of mountain adventure that beckons to skiers and snowboarders alike. From invitingly easy to the surprisingly steep, Glenshee offers the most extensive skiing and snowboarding in Scotland.
Nevis Range & Ski SchoolOne of the premier tourist attractions in the Scottish Highlands, no visit is complete without a trip on Britain's only mountain gondola system. The journey allows breathtaking views of the Great Glen, Ben Nevis and surrounding areas.
Lecht Ski CentreLecht 2090 is at 2090 feet above sea level amid the beauty of the Eastern Cairngorms. This natural playground offers exciting outdoor activities. Lecht 2090 is easily reached from Speyside and Aviemore, Donside and Aberdeen, Royal Deeside and Perth.
Sites of Interest to Skiers
The official ski site of VisitScotland, the national body for tourism in Scotland. A short ski-break in Scotland is a really good way for novices to try out the sport before committing to a high-cost ski holiday.
Peter Heath's Web SiteOur responsibilities as defined by UK Sport are to provide an effective performance pathway throughout the sport, which will lead to the development of World Class performers.
John Muir TrustFormed in 1983 to protect and conserve wild places and to increase awareness and understanding of the value of such places. The Trust works closely with local communities.
Scottish Tourist BoardThere are some things that are uniquely Scottish but in truth, there's no single element that defines the country. Rather, it's a subtle blend of many different ingredients that have been added to the mix down through the centuries.
Chic ScottIt has been forty years since Chic Scott discovered the magic of high places. During a lifetime of adventure he has climbed and skied around the world, organized clubs and foundations, written books and worked as a mountain guide.
Ski Travel CentreEstablished in 1984. We are Scotland's top travel agent for most of the major ski tour operators and enjoy good working relations with a number of the smaller ones.
Edinburgh Ski ClubFormed in 1966 to promote the sport of skiing in all its aspects for local Edinburgh people. We are committed to being the best all year round sports and social club in Edinburgh, so we don't just ski!
Cairngorms National ParkThe largest area of arctic mountain landscape in the UK at its heart, with diverse communities around it. It is home to 17,000 people and 25% of Britain's threatened birds, animals, and plants. It includes moorlands, forests, rivers, lochs and glens.
British Ski AcademyServes as a winter base for junior British ski racers aiming to achieve the highest standards in Alpine ski racing. The British Ski Academy is the only facility of its kind to be formally recognised by the UK sport's governing body, Snowsport GB.
Ski Club of Great BritainThe Ski Club of Great Britain is the leading, independent, not-for-profit snowsports club, offering excellent value to its members. Run by ski enthusiasts, the Ski Club brings 100 years of experience to enable today's recreational skiers to maximise their skiing experience.
Finlay MickelAs Britain’s number one downhill skier, Finlay recently competed in Wengen, Chamonix and Bormio, placing 18 th, 17 th and 13 th respectively. Now being hailed as the ‘Great White Hope’ by fans and media alike.
StockshotOver 50,000 stock images of adventure sports from around the world, including extensive wintersports such as skiing, snowboarding, cross country skiing, telemark skiing, ski touring, snowshoeing, pipe and park, children and families, wintersports lifestyle and ski resorts.
James Orr Heli-skiTailor-made heli-skiing packages to Canada. With knowledge of each heli-ski area we can plan the perfect trip down to the last detail, the ideal heliskiing package, including flights, transfers and travel insurance.
Tiso - The Great Outdoor SpecialistWe believe that exceptional Customer Service is just as important as having the right product. 12 years ago Tiso set up a dedicated Customer Services Department which is re-enforced in each of our shops.
NevisportFrom this small store at the west end of the Fort William High Street, Nevisport has grown into one of the nation's leading outdoor and snow sports specialty retailers.
Cragganmore LodgeIn the heart of the Malt Whisky Trail, many other distilleries are a short drive away as is the 16th Century Ballindalloch Castle. For skiers and boarders, the Lecht and Cairngorm ski areas are both well within an hour's drive as are all the other attractions around Strathspey.
First Choice HolidaysFirst Choice offers a wide range of holidays and charter flights across the world. If you're choosing where to go on your next skiing holiday, First Choice can take you there!
SnowlinesSki and outdoor equipment shop at 14/15 Bruntsfield Place, Edinburgh EH10 4HN Tel:0131 229 2402, offering 10% discount on production of SSC membership card
Ski Tuition
Designed for products, travel insurance and resources suitable for those sports persons in training and development stages of their sport.
The Telemark Ski CompanyRun by the UK's leading telemark skiing teachers and offers telemark skiing holidays, tours and courses throughout Europe; telemark ski touring, on-piste and off-piste telemark instruction, cross country skiing and nordic touring.
BASS ChamonixTop quality British ski tuition in the Chamonix Valley
Snow Reports and Mountain Weather
The official ski site of VisitScotland, the national body for tourism in Scotland. Ski Scotland - Snow conditions now.
Geoff Monk Mountain Weather ForecastsMountain Weather Information Service currently provides detailed weather forecasts for: The East and West Highlands of Scotland, the Lake District, Peak District and Snowdonia. These forecasts are tailored to meet the requirements of the hill-walking and climbing community.
Scottish Avalanche Information ServiceThe definitive, detailed reports for the Northern Cairngorms and the Lochaber areas have now begun. As ever the site will remain live over the year but live daily reports will only be for the duration of the season.
Snowsport Governing Bodies
The British Ski & Snowboard Federation is made up of 9 member groups. The role of the Snowsport GB is primarily the management and promotion of Britain’s top international snowsports competitors and the co-ordination of UK activities.
International Ski federationSki Jumping requires a finely tuned technique, a perfect sense of timing and not least, bravery. The competitors are striving for maximum distance without forsaking style or a telemark landing for which they are scored.