Skiing and Boarding At Allenheads
News:
Update 19:00pm Saturday 4th April 2009
We're
just about to wrap up this season by taking the tows down this
Sunday. We'd welcome any help you can give to do this. We're
starting at 10.00am, Sunday 5th April on the field at Allenheads.
We'd expect to finish between 12.00 and 1.00pm and the more people
who come to help, the quicker it will be done. Afterwards there will
be a barbecue - bring your own food & barbecue please!
For
a reminder of how good the snow has been this year, have a look at
the photos page and at the latest
Newsletter.
Update 20:00pm Monday 16th February 2009
I'm
afraid the snow is going & there are only patches left on the
field. It has been a tremendous couple of weeks & we still have
another 6 or 7 weeks with the potential for more snow. Given the
cold winter, there must be a good chance of more snow to come. I'll
update the website as soon as snow looks likely.
Update 21:00pm Saturday 14th February 2009
Its
been a really good days boarding & skiing today. The snow was
particularly good this morning then softened a bit mid-afternoon. It
will probably freeze tonight, so there should be good spring snow
tomorrow morning. The field is still almost fully covered, just the
odd bare patch but nothing to get in the way.
We'll
be running both tows tomorrow, Sunday from the earlier time of
10.00am. To get the best conditions, get up early, but there is
still so much snow, it will certainly last all day.
Monday
is a bit more unpredictable, so if you want to ski or board on
Monday, check this website or the answer machine (01661
860689) on Monday morning for an update.
Update 19:00pm Friday 13th February 2009
Its
been another great week of skiing & boarding but this weekend
may be your last chance to get on the snow for a while. There is
still lots of snow and a full cover across the field, although there
are now some worn patches.
We'll
be running both tows tomorrow from about 10.30am until 5.00pm.
Although there may be some thaw tomorrow, the skiing & boarding
should stay good all day. Its very likely that both tows will be
running on Sunday for the same period - just check this site or the
answer machine (01661 860689) on
Sunday morning for an update.
Update 22:00pm Friday 6th February 2009
At
last, with the weekend here, we have great snow & great boarding
& skiing. We’ve had lots of snowy days this year when the
conditions have been excellent but it seems as though tomorrow &
Sunday will excel.
Everyone
says this is the best snow for years!!
The
tows will run all weekend, probably starting about 10.30 and running
to about 5.00pm – if you want to confirm start times, check the
answer machine on 01661 860689.
We're updating the message early each morning – usually by 7.30.
Couple
of things to do to help:
Update 22:00pm Thursday 5th February 2009
Excellent snow
conditions continue. Tows were running today from 10.30 to 5.00 and
I expect they will again tomorrow and over the weekend. If you plan
to go up to Allenheads – just check the answer machine 01661
860689 to confirm the times the tows will run. Enough
parking space has been created for tomorrow but I’d recommend a
spade on Saturday as there will probably be more cars.
Boarders? - Check
out Snowboard
Club site for Ski-Allenheads photos
To whet your
appetite, see the photos on the link below:
http://marcusb.smugmug.com/gallery/7265250_oHtG9#467040068_pBmbf
Update 20:00am Tuesday 3rd February 2009
About
30+cms of beautiful powder. The tows ran today in perfect conditions
- see the link below for some great photos. We'll be running tows
again tomorrow so get your boots on and get up to Allenheads!! I’d
still recommend taking a shovel to dig a parking
space. I'm not sure what time the tows will run - probably from
about 11.00 to 5.00pm - but check the answer machine tomorrow to
confirm: 01661 860689
Great photos of lots of snow:
http://marcusb.smugmug.com/gallery/7265250_oHtG9#467040068_pBmbf
Update 08:30am Tuesday 3rd February 2009
There’s
snow & the tows ran yesterday afternoon & will run today
from about 11.00am. I’d recommend taking a shovel to dig a parking
space. For more up to date information, call the answer machine on:
01661 860689
Update 20:00pm Tuesday 27th January 2009
Tows ran today as there was still cover on A tow
runs & parts of B Tow. Given rain forecast overnight, it would
be worth checking the answer machine if you would like to ski on
Wednesday or later this week.
Number is: 01661 860689
Update 09:00am Monday 26th January 2009
A good days skiing yesterday. Bare patches on B
tow but the run from A Tow (by the trees) is still good. The tow
will run today from about 11.30am.
Update 11:00am Sunday 25th January 2009
There was 10cms of fresh snow overnight & this
is lying on a firm base of existing snow. We'll be running both tows
today - so come along & enjoy the sunshine & snow! Access to
Allenheads is fine, but take a shovel as you may need to dig out a
parking space.
Update 19:30pm Saturday 24th January 2009
Good skiing again today and there is still a
reasonable covering of snow across most of the field - although you
wouldn't expect it from the lack of snow on the drive up to
Allenheads. More snow is forecast overnight with continuing freezing
temperatures so we fully expect to run the tows tomorrow.
If you want to confirm the conditions & start time for the tows, check the answer
machine tomorrow morning after about 9.30: 01661 860689
Update 24:00pm Friday 23rd January 2009
Great skiing this week although snow softened up
yesterday & today. However about 5cms snow still lying on the
field so, with frost forecast for tonight, should be good tomorrow.
If you want to confirm start time for the tows, check the answer
machine tomorrow morning: 01661 860689
The forecast is also looking very promising for the
next few days - see our own forecast at:
Update 19:30pm Tuesday 20th January 2009
A good days skiing on really nice snow. There's
not a lot of snow, about 5cms, but the field is fully covered with
runs by both tows & across the field.
Conditions should be good again tomorrow & the
tows will run from about 10.00am.
If you'd like to confirm the conditions, the
answer machine will be updated around 10.30 - 11.00 tomorrow
morning. Phone number is: 01661 860689.
Update 20:00pm Monday 19th January 2009
Not enough snow to ski today but may be better
tomorrow. I'd recommend checking the answer machine in the morning -
01661 860689.
Update 11:00am Sunday 18th January 2009
There's about 4cms cover on the field and its very
skiable. The weather is cold & sunny - so very good conditions. The tows
will run today & I'll update this page tonight. The forecast is for more snow
but it may be too windy tomorrow. It is looking promising for Tuesday &
Wednesday.
Update 20:00 Tuesday 13th January 2009
The snow has gone for the time being but not a bad start to
the season. I've lost count of the number of days the tows have run so far - it
must be at least 12 which is excellent as we still have the bulk of the season
to come.
I've added a videos page to the site, with links to a couple
of videos from this season. I've also updated the Photos page and added another
one with the best photos from the past few years.
If anyone has any more snowy Allenheads photos or videos which
you'd like to share, please let me know.
Update 12:00, Saturday 10th January 2009
The snow is now thin & patchy but just skiable
as its still freezing hard. The tows will run today if people turn
up & want to ski or board.
Given the forecast for the weather to warm up, its
unlikely they'll run after mid-afternoon.
Update 21:00, Tuesday 6th January 2009
There is still enough snow to ski, with some more
fresh snow falling this evening. Tows will run tomorrow from about
11.00am.
Update 21:00, Monday 5th January 2009
There has been excellent skiing today and the snow
conditions have stayed very good so the tows will be running
tomorrow, starting from about 11.00am.
There's more snow forecast tomorrow and Wednesday
so there's every chance of skiing for the rest of the week - perhaps
even into the weekend!
Update 18:30, Saturday 6th December 2008
An excellent day's skiing on hard packed, crisp
snow. There is as much snow this evening as there was this morning
so the tows will be running again tomorrow from about 9:30am.
Don't be put off by the lack of snow on the way to
Allenheads. Because the field faces north, it has kept the snow
& it didn't thaw at all today.
Update 19:30, Friday 5th December 2008
A successful day's skiing today. The snow is now
pisted and conditions are reasonable with 5 - 7 cms lying on the
field. Frost is forecast overnight so the snow should be in good
condition tomorrow, especially in the morning. We expect to run the
tows from about 10.30 but check the answer machine (01661 860689)
in the morning to confirm the conditions are as
we expect.
Update 19:00pm, Thursday 4th December 2008
Not quite the dump of snow we would have liked but
still enough to ski. We ran the tows today for a couple of hours
& hope to run them again tomorrow. Check the Answer Machine in
the morning.
Update 19:00pm, 3rd December 2008
SNOW!!!!
Successful working party on Sunday. Both tows are
now up & running and the field is clear of weeds.
There have been a couple of falls of snow this
week and enough last night for skiing to day. Heavier snow is forecast for
tonight & tomorrow morning, so the tows are expected to run
tomorrow. The current intention is to run the tows from about 12.00
tomorrow but check the answer machine (01661 860689)
near that time for confirmation.
The forecast predicts cold weather
into the weekend - so there is a good chance we'll still be skiing
on Friday, Saturday & Sunday - so keep checking the answer
machine.
Don't forget - if you join the club - see Membership
for details - we'll email & text to tell you when
when there is snow & the tows are running
Update 10:00am 23rd November 2008
There is some snow at Allenheads but not quite
enough snow yet for skiing.
Next Sunday, we're having a working day at
Allenheads to complete the set-up of B tow, cut down weeds on the
field & repair some aging parts of A tow. We'd welcome help from
anyone who can make it - especially if you have a brushcutter or
could help repair/replace the wooden frame at the top of A tow.
Update 11:00 22nd November 2008
Looked outside this morning & what do we have?
Snow!!!! This is the 3rd snowfall of autumn - we even had some while
we put up the tows 2 weeks ago and that followed a covering from the
previous weekend. If this weather keeps up, its looking very
promising for the season. Forecast is for more snow overnight on the
Pennines so would be worth phoning the answer machine tomorrow
morning.
For details on joining the club, see the Membership
page. We've been reluctantly forced to increase our single &
family membership fees this year, but don't forget the fee covers
all of your skiing for the winter and entitles you to discounts at
Nevisport & the LD Mountain Centre.
See also the latest Newsletter which was issued this week:
Newsletter Oct 08
Text-u-snow Service for members continuing in 2008: Tell us your
mobile number or e-mail address & we'll text or e-mail you when
there is enough snow for skiing at Allenheads.
Join now to take advantage of this great new service plus, of
course, very good value skiing.
Don't forget the
answer machine number is:
01661 860689
For more information, check Today's
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