The Snow Centre in Hemel Hempstead is the newest Snowsports destination in the UK with the closest REAL SNOW to London. Home to a 160m main slope & the largest indoor lesson slope, the centre boasts perfect snow conditions all year round. Hosting a range of skiing and snowboarding lessons for adults and children from 3 years old, lift passes, freestyle sessions and the ultimate sledging experience there is something for everyone to have a great day out!
The Lodge Bar & Kitchen overlooking the slopes offer a wide choice of drinks, snacks, full meals and a licensed bar with free WIFI and parking.
Our address
The Snow Centre St Albans Hill, Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire HP3 9NH
Directions by Car
We are just 5 minutes from the M1 (Junction 8) and 10 minutes from the M25 (Junction 20), SatNav our postcode on HP3 9NH. We’ve got 280 FREE car parking spaces. Please respect our neighbours and only use designated parking spaces in The Snow Centre’s car park.
On the day
We recommend you arrive at least 30 minutes before the start of the lesson, leaving enough time to park, maybe have a drink or snack and then get kitted up for the lesson.
- For DSUK Lessons come up to level 1 and pass around the side of reception and wait by the window overlooking the slope, marked ‘Adaptive Snowsports Meeting Point’ and await your instructor
- Your DSUK instructor might be busy with other lessons when you arrive, so don’t worry if you can’t see them straight away. If you are going to be using regular ski/ board boots and skis/ board – go up the rental counter, say you are with DSUK, and get them to sort out your equipment.
- There are changing rooms behind the lockers (on the right). There is a larger changing room at the far end (nearest rental desk) that will accommodate a wheelchair. Lockers for bags cost £1, but that is refundable.
- If you need a ski jacket and ski trousers these can be rented, at a special DSUK price of £3, from the clothing desk within the rental area (say you’re with DSUK, or wait for your instructor). For skis / snowboard/ boots go up to the end rental desk and ask for the appropriate kit.
- If you are going to be sit skiing, either bring warm outdoor boots or borrow a pair of snowboard boots from the rental desk for the lesson.
- Helmets are obligatory and can be found on the stands in the rental area.
- Any concerns, just ask the centre staff where to go and what to do – so that you can be ready for the start of the lesson.
- Come earlier and have some food or drink in the cafe ‘The Lodge’ on the second floor overlooking the slope.
