Swadlincote Ski & Snowboard Centre

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Went here the other day with brother Rob for some snowboarding action. Cost us £15 for an hour and half with equipment hire included.
I've only riden at Tamworth Snowdome previously, so riding the artificial surface was a bit strange- felt similar to thick Velcro.
Apparently the trick is to ride like you would on ice and if you can ride here, then the real thing is a doddle. mmm.
Two lessons were taking place when we were there but other than that it was quiet. I assume that it may get busier towards christmas.
Friendly staff which is always a bonus.
We had to declare that we were both able to do linked turns in order to ride without instruction. Whilst linked turns were easily do-able at the snowdome, I found it a lot harder to do at Swadlincote. Non of the staff seemed to mind though and let me get on with the falling over.
Didn't bother with helmet. Just wore gloves and kneepads. Under the surface felt springy and I think the worst you can do is get a burn from exposed flesh on the surface. Despite this, on an earlier occasion, Robs gf managed to break both arms independantly there somehow so the risks are definetly there.
So, in conclusion, whilst I preferred riding at Tamworth Snowdome, with Swadlincote being closer to Derby and slightly cheeper (depending on offers), I will be back there soon.
Edit: Updates for spelling mistakes and to state the at peak times (December - Feb) the price goes up by £2 and the centre is much busier. I can also thoroughly recommend the option of a burger for an addition £1 on admission.