During the current climate we are open for pre booked activities and sessions only.

If you are looking for ski slope hire, tobogganing or frisbee golf please click here

If you looking for archery, air rifles, axe throwing, canoeing, climbing, abseiling, caving or bushcraft please click here

We know these times of uncertainty can cause some anxiety about being out and about. Fortunately, the outdoors is the safest place to be. We have installed hand sanitising stations where ever necessary. All specialist equipment is thoroughly cleaned and rotated between uses. We utilise the outdoors as much as possible for reception and checking in and our toilets undergo regular cleaning.

This ranges depending on activity and just to make things slightly more complicated, age restrictions have changed slightly whilst we are operating under COVID guidelines.

Tobogganing is available for ages 4+.

Skiing is available for ages 5+.

Snowboarding is for ages 8+, but must also have at least a size 2 adult shoe and be 1.2m tall.

Our outdoor activities are for ages 8+ usually but we can accommodate children aged 6+ in some cases.

Frisbee Golf does not have an age restriction! Under 6's play for free.

Our main location is Mendip Activity Centre which is in the North Somerset just south of Bristol. Our postcode is BS25 5PQ.

We do use various different sites for our activities so double check where your activity is taking place. We will always let you know which site your activity is at before you book and include directions to the appropriate site in your confirmation email.

Friendly dogs are more than welcome. Please keep them on a lead and always clean up after your dog.

The latest government update bans social gatherings of more than 6 people from different households. Our instructor led activities are not social gatherings. As a COVID secure business, our instructor team will ensure social distance is adhered to at all times. This is only valid whilst taking part in an instructor led activity session.

We ask that you do not socialise with friends or family members outside of the allowed social gathering guidance, whilst on our premises, including in the cafe-bar area.

Self led Frisbee Golf bookings continue to be limited to a maximum of 6 players per slot.

Self led Toboggan sessions are available for groups of up to 6.

Private Ski Slope hire is available for up to 6 people at one time.

Social distancing is expected between customers not from the same household on all activities and whilst on site.

For further guidance, please refer to the Government website here

All gift vouchers with an expiry date after 22/03/2020, have been extended by 18 months so you will still be able to use your codes to make bookings online.

Social gatherings of more than 6 people are not allowed by law. Instructor led activities are not social gatherings. As a COVID secure business, you may book an instructor led activity session for up to 8 participants which can be used as a Birthday Party however social distancing must be maintained throughout (even if participants are in the same school bubble). This is only valid whilst taking part in an instructor led activity session.

Self led Tobogganing is available however is not exempt from the government guidance is it is not instructor led. You may book for a maximum of 6 people tobogganing if from different households. School bubbles are not permitted to be exempt from this rule.

We ask that you do not socialise with friends or family members outside of the allowed social gathering guidance, whilst on our premises, including in the cafe-bar area. We are not able to take bookings for the cafe however you are welcome to use our land for socially distanced picnic providing the whole group is no larger than 6. We can provide a takeaway packed lunch if booked in advance.

Yes! We will be automatically extending any annual slope passes for at least the amount of time that has been lost.

Don't panic - we'll automatically hold your credit on file for you to use once it is safe to do so. You can even use this credit towards a different activity once normal service has resumed.

Yes, we are now accepting most vouchers and credit towards bookings. All gift vouchers have been extended by 18 months so you are able to use these codes to make a booking online. If you hold credit with us from a cancelled session, please send us an email at info@mendip.me with details of what you would like to book and we will be in touch. Unfortunately as we are still unable to return to normal toboggan bookings by individual spaces due to social distancing requirements, we cannot accept any toboggan vouchers. Toboggan vouchers will be extended for at least as long as you have not been able to use them.

Not for our exclusive slope hire packages. Don't worry though your pass will be automatically extended for at least as long as you've been unable to use it!

Head for this location. You will know if you are in the right place as the gates have a Mendip sign and its just before a motorway bridge. Drive through the gates and along the track which runs parallel to the motorway. At the end of the track you'll reach a hard standing with a small container block here. Our instructor will meet you there. It's just a short walk to the river. Unfortunately, due to COVID restrictions our toilet and changing facilities are currently not available so please come prepared to change in your vehicles.

This session takes place in Sandford Quarry, our beautiful disused limestone quarry a few minutes drive from the main centre. This is the perfect venue for outdoor rock climbing, but like most outdoor locations the facilities are basic and there are no toilets. You are welcome to drive into the quarry but the access track is uneven so please drive slowly and take care as you drive into the quarry at your own risk. If you prefer to park on Quarry Road and walk up to the quarry please park courteously and do not block driveways. If you are staying with us in the campsite the walk down into the quarry is stunning and this map shows the route . Our instructor will be waiting for you on the lowest tier of the quarry in the area pinned on google maps here

As an outdoor activity centre we go ahead whatever the weather! The only exception to this rule is lightning directly over the centre, which we monitor very closely. Make sure you bring a change of clothes if it's raining, wrap up warm if it's windy, and drink plenty of fluids if it's hot. Make an adventure of it!!!

Toboggan session: No more than six people on the slope. If your group is not part of the same household then you must follow social distancing guidelines. Due to the Gorvernment "Rule of 6", spectators must be included within the 6 people limit.

Ski slope hire: If you can all already ski or snowboard, you can hire the slope for a group of up to six people. If you are from different households, then government social distancing guidelines must be followed. We strongly recommend bringing your own helmets if you have them as ours can be damp due to our sanitising process.

Rec ski: On Friday nights starting in September we have open sessions which you can join from 4.30pm until 9pm. We provide skis/snowboards and boots. We strongly recommend bringing your own helmets if you have them as ours can be damp due to our sanitising process.

Archery, axe throwing, air rifles, bushcraft, canoeing, climbing, caving and abseiling: If you book individual spaces, you may bring as many people as you have booked for. If you have booked a session exclusively, you may bring up to 8 participants.

Frisbee Golf: In line with the "Rule of 6" you may bring a maximum of 6 people for Frisbee Golf bookings.

Ski and Snowboard lessons: We ask that adults attend lessons without spectators and that the number of accompanying adults is kept to as few as possible if children are taking part in snowsport lessons. Only lesson participants will be allowed into the kit room.

We have a large car park onsite. Parking is free of charge.

Yes, we have temporarily relocated to our lodge, which is just a short walk up the steps alongside our main ski slope and we are operating on reduced hours. We have plenty of space in our lodge with comfy indoor seating and outdoor tables in our beer garden. Hot and cold drinks, ice-cream and the best local ales, beers and ciders plus cooked breakfasts, loaded fries, paninis, jacket potatoes and stone-baked pizzas.

Friday 1pm - 9pm, Kitchen 5pm - 8pm
Saturday 9am - 9pm, Kitchen 9am - 9pm
Sunday 9am - 6pm, Kitchen 9am - 6pm

The cafe will be open every day of School Holidays and during Twilight Tobogganing.

Yes, we have toilets available for customer use. There is hand sanitiser on the entry and exit points and they are cleaned regularly.

We are very fortunate to be situated in such a stunning location set in the Mendip hills. Unfortunately, this does come with its limitations. We currently only have stair access to our slopes and cafe, and the paths leading to our onsite activities can be fairly muddy and uneven.

Pushchairs/wheelchairs/mobility scooters may struggle depending on what part of the centre they are trying to access. We are always happy to try and help where we can so please do give us a call to discuss your individual requirements.