FAQs
Here’s some answers to all those burning questions…
How much does it cost to get into Xscape? There is no charge to come inside to have a look around and watch the action
around you – simply pay for the activities you want to do ie: snow, climb, bowl,
dine, movies, shop. Plus every school holidays there’s free family entertainment including workshops, performers, face painting etc.
What if we just want to have a look?
The venue is entirely themed to provide a spectacular experience for visitors
just by entering the building and the placement of all the activities means that
visitors can see first hand how achievable it is for all ages to partake in action
adventure (and the more relaxing pursuits) to make the most of their leisure time
and tourism visits. Where else can you stroll past giant sandstone climbing towers
and ice faces or stumble on a skatepark as you do a spot of shopping? There are
also panoramic views of the REAL Snow Slope from the alpine themed Rockies Snow
Bar where you can relax with a coffee or something stronger and a snack or meal
as you watch the action!
Is the snow real and how is it made? Yes, it now snows every night in Yorkshire! 16 snow guns fire cooled water into
air chilled to -2O to make the 1500 tons of perfect REAL SNOW needed to cover the 190m slope!
The slope is housed in a giant freezer and is groomed daily to ensure the piste
is kept in perfect condition for skiers, boarders and tobogganers.
Can anyone go on the Real Snow Slope?
We encourage individuals and groups of all ages to come and try the Real Snow
experience. Join us for a recreational ski/snowboard session if you meet the minimum
recreational standard (control speed, link turns and use a poma lift). If you
are not a competent skier/boarder you can join us for a lesson with our qualified
instructors on the dedicated lesson slope or you may wish to find out more about
tobogganing parties!!!!
What is the Skyride?
Suspended 20m above the Atrium, this is an aerial assault course which provides
the perfect adventure playground for anyone aged 6 or above. Couple this with
the fantastic backdrop of the 2 rock climbing walls themed on the sandstone towers
of Monument Valley and there is fun to be had climbing up or looking down.
Can I bring my skateboard? When is the ice skating opening?
The skatepark at Xscape is an street-style skate park for skateboards – with
special sessions for bladers. It is NOT an ice skating rink! Skateboarders can
enjoy skating in all weather conditions thanks to the temperature controlled arena
housing woodward ramps, viewing area and hire zone. Housed within the Exshop (formerly
known as Legends) shop you can browse the clothing and technical floor while watching
skateboarders try out their skills. You can hire anything from boards to helmets
to pads and can book in for a 1-on-1 lesson if you need a bit of help getting
started.
What if we just want to relax? Alongside the extreme side of things you can come along and enjoy the more relaxing
things in life…including watching a movie at the 14 screen cinema, having a game
of bowling or Laserzone or just enjoying the fun of the fair on the dodgems and
video arcade games.
Plus – it’s the ideal place to Drink & Dine … enjoy food and drink from all over the world in one of our 20 bars and restaurants
– there really is something for everyone. Or Shop til you drop…get in some retail therapy – over 100 leading urban and sports brands – so you
can treat yourself – or find the gift for the person who has almost everything!
