Scotland's first alpine coaster will open later at Midlothian Snowsports Centre. It is the longest in the UK at 980m (3,215ft), can reach up to 28mph (45kmph) and has a vertical drop of 170m (558ft).

Scotland's first alpine coaster has opened at Midlothian Snowsports Centre at Hillend. It is 980m (1,072 yards) long and has a vertical drop of 170m (558ft). Riders will be taken through downhill ...

Innovative community campaigners in Largs are hoping to hit the heights and the piste by bringing a touch of Switzerland to ...

Work is underway at the Midlothian Snowsports Centre in Hillend ... Planned additions to the snowsports centre include Scotland's first alpine coaster, a soft play and an indoor climbing centre ...