Scottish Ski Area Saved by Crowdfunding Initiative

Scottish ski area Lecht had been struggling for several years after being forced to close due to the COVID-19 pandemic, followed by poor snow conditions and poor visitation numbers in the 23/24 winter season. Earlier this year, the ski area launched two crowdfunding campaigns to raise £35,000 ($45,400) to stay operational for the 24/25 season. The campaigns raised enough and Pieter du Pon, Managing Director at the Lecht Ski Centre, announced on July 14 that the fundraising goal was achieved, stating in a press release that he was delighted with the “high community spirit and support shown.”

“We value your loyalty and will continue to work hard to earn it every day.
With the funding appeal being successful it is therefore now closed.
Once again thank you very much for your support and being part of the Lecht Community. We look forward to seeing you all at the Lecht again very soon.”
— Pieter du Pon

The Lecht Ski Centre is a small ski area in the Cairngorms in the Scotland. The ski area is between the Beinn a’ Chruinnich, at 2,552 feet (778 meters), and Meikle Corr Riabhach, at 2,556 feet (779 meters). Lecht has been operating for around 50 years and offers 23 groomed runs serviced by 15 lifts.

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The UK is home to a total of five ski areas, all of which are located in Scotland. UK ski resorts attract approximately 200,000 skier visits each year. In addition the UK offers six indoor ski centers.

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