Increasing possibility of snow

The Weardale Ski Club Ltd

Following a very disappointing start to the season forecasts are looking a little better and if they are to be believed we are in for some snow over the coming week and more prolonged cold spells. Currently there is only a very thin covering but more is predicted overnight and tomorrow. It is unlikely we will ski on Tuesday but if the snow does come Wednesday may be a possibility so keep an eye on the webcams, emails and twitter. The longer term forecasts are also predicting more snow this weekend and early next week though they have a tendency to reduce the closer we get to the predicted day! 

If we do open for skiing please be very careful on the road. We try and give some idea of what the road conditions are like but often the first we know is when we arrive so it is best to always come prepared. Sometimes 4WD and chains/winter tyres are essential and sometimes 2WD with normal tyres can get up.In winter however we recommend a minimum of winter/snow tyres and suggest have chains handy as well as a snow shovel and a bit of old carpet. Also if putting on chains please do this before getting to the difficult section and make sure you pull off the road into a lay-by or a safe area to do this. Do not obstruct any traffic behind you as once stopped on a slippery road it is often difficult to get going again. Likewise if following someone up a slippery road always give them plenty of space and wait until they have got past the tricky section before following. 

Steve