It’s that time of year already! The nights are starting to draw in and the temperatures are dropping – we have even had the first snows of the season falling across the tops of the Cairngorms.
Winter is fast approaching and we are getting set for a what will hopefully be a bumper season at Cairngorm Mountain Resort.
Get Set For Winter
Season Passes will be available to purchase both online, and at the Ticket Office from Monday 29 September (pre-sale access only). Enjoy ‘Early Bird’ prices through to 30 November 2025.
By becoming a Cairngorm Mountain Season Pass holder, you can head straight to the slopes during the winter snowsports season. Throughout the year you can enjoy the following on-site discounts and complimentary benefits:
20% discount in our Shops & Cafe’s (excluding alchohol).
Unlimited travel on the Mountain Railway (when operational).
Free access to our Mountain Bike Park (including Funicular uplift).
Free car parking (when charges apply).
In addition to these discounts and complimentary benefits at the resort, there are also a range of exclusive offers available to Cairngorm Mountain Season Pass holders. Details of these can be found here.
‘Early Bird’ Season Passes for 2025/2026 will be on sale from Monday 29 September. Those renewing from 2024/2025 can enjoy exclusive pre-sale access with fixed prices from last year until Sunday 12 October. We have reviewed our Season Pass structure for on-snow qualified coaches/instructors and simplified this into a single price for this year.
All other customers will have the opportunity to purchase Season Passes at our new ‘Early Bird’ prices when they are released for general sale on Monday 13 October.
Please note, we may have to limit Season Pass sales depending on demand. If we reach our capacity before the ‘Early Bird’ window closes then sales could be put on hold until we have sufficient snow cover.
Season Passes
Early Bird Renewal (Until 30/11/25)
Early Bird General Sale (Until 30/11/25)
Standard Prices (From 01/12/25)
Adult (18-64 yrs)
£358.00
£376.00
£489.00
Junior (6-17 yrs)
£103.00
£109.00
£142.00
Student (18+ yrs)*
£319.00
£335.00
£415.00
Senior (65 yrs+)
£292.00
£307.00
£380.00
Child (0-5 yrs)
£25.00 (Admin Fee)
£25.00 (Admin Fee)
£25.00 (Admin Fee)
Super Senior (75+ yrs)*
£25.00 (Admin Fee)
£25.00 (Admin Fee)
£25.00 (Admin Fee)
Coach/Instructor*
£150.00
£150.00
£190.00
*Students must be in full-time education. Super Seniors must have held a Season Pass in the previous two winters. Coaches/Instructors must have a valid on-snow qualification.
If you have read our latest release, you will know that the Mountain Railway will have a short period of closure between 3 to 9 November 2025 to allow for essential maintenance and compliance checks to be carried out. Once this work is complete, all we will be waiting for is snow!
Following the brief closure of the Funicular from 3 to 9 November 2025, our aim is to be open for snowsports as soon as we have sufficient cover on the upper slopes.
Events On The Mountain
Our team are currently planning a series of exciting events that will run throughout the winter, from floodlit snowsports, to ski/snowboard demo’s, and much more! As a Season Pass holder, you will be the first to know about any upcoming events on the mountain. Just make sure you opt-in to receiving our newsletters when you purchase.
We are working on an exciting programme of events during the winter and, as a Season Pass holder, you will be the first to know of what’s happening and when.
Snowsports Host Programme
Our ‘Snowsports Host’ programme will be back for this coming season and we are expanding our team of volunteers. As a Snowsports Host, you will support our winter operations team during busy periods by offering visitors guidance on arrival at the resort, as well as being present out on the slopes, and assisting with queue management at the lifts when required.
Interested in becoming a Snowsports Host? Please get in touch to find out more.
Want to be part of our Snowsports Host programme for the coming winter? We are expanding our team of volunteers for this season. If you want to find out more, please get in touch.
You can find answers to our most frequently asked questions regarding Season Passes below. If you have a specific question that has not been answered below then please contact the Ticket Office on 01479 861261 or email info@cairngormmountain.co.uk
If you are a new customer, you will be required to register for an account before you can make a purchase. If you already have an account, you can head straight to the webshop and buy your Season Pass.
You will have the option to load your pass onto a new keycard, which can be collected from the Ticket Office, or you can reload an existing keycard – if reloading, please ensure you have checked the serial number matches your physical card.
Will I still be able to buy my Season Pass at the Ticket Office?
Yes, if you would prefer to buy your Season Pass in person you can do this at the Ticket Office.
How long will my Season Pass be valid for?
Your Season Pass will be valid from the date of purchase until 31 October 2026.
Can we use our Season Passes in the summer?
Yes, your Season Pass doesn’t just give you unlimited access to the resort in winter, it also includes travel on the Mountain Railway (when operational), access to the Bike Park (including Funicular uplift), and free car parking (when charges apply).
I would like to buy someone a Season Pass as a gift, can I get it posted to me?
I've paid for my Season Pass, when can I collect it?
Season Passes will be available to collect from the Ticket Office immediately after purchasing. Please note that we will not be posting Season Passes this year.
What happens if I purchase a Season Pass and I am unable to use it?
As per our terms and conditions, Cairngorm Mountain (Scotland) Limited will not offer compensation if there is insufficient snow for snowsports.
Will the Mountain Railway be open this winter?
Yes, the Mountain Railway will be open every day (weather permitting) excluding Christmas Day.
Please Ensure You Have Read & Understood Our Terms & Conditions
It is essential that all customers who purchase a Season Pass have read and clearly understand our terms and conditions. By placing your order, whether online, or at the Ticket Office, you are entering into a contract with us under these terms and agree to abide by the conditions set out below.
PURCHASE OF CAIRNGORM MOUNTAIN SEASON PASSES – SPECIFIC TERMS:
Season Passes are valid from the date of purchase through to 31 October 2026.
Season Passes are non-refundable – Cairngorm Mountain (Scotland) Limited will not offer compensation if there is insufficient snow for snowsports.
Season Passes are non-transferable – anyone using or attempting to use someone else’s pass will have the pass confiscated and it will not be returned to the owner.
Students must provide a valid student ID and may be asked for proof of age in advance.
Children aged 5 and under only pay an administration fee of £25 per child.
Super Seniors (age 75+) who had a 2024-2025 Season Pass only pay an administration fee of £25 per person.
Your Season Pass must always be carried with you – spot checks will be in place and Season Pass holders will be required to show their pass upon request.
If a Season Pass is lost during the winter season, there will be a £10 administration fee to produce a duplicate.
Cairngorm Mountain (Scotland) Ltd reserves the right to change prices and services at any time without notice.
Cairngorm Mountain (Scotland) Ltd retains the right to close all or any of the lifts at any time, conditions for any operations can be affected by weather and snow.
By purchasing a Season Pass, you are also agreeing to the specific terms & conditions for use of our Snowsports Facilities, use of the Mountain Railway, use of the Bike Park, and use of our Car Parks.
If you are a Season Pass holder from 2024/2025, and have not received our latest newsletter, please get in touch so we can ensure you are added to our mailing list for future corespondance.