Norfolk skiers and boarders hit by new compulsory fees after national ruling |
Members of Norfolk Snowsports Club (NSC) say they are frustrated after being told they must now pay an additional individual membership fee to the sport’s national governing body in order to continue using the facility at Trowse.
The popular dry slope is one of only a handful of specialist ski training centres in the country and is widely regarded as a major hub for grassroots and competitive snow sports.
Under the new requirement, members must pay for individual Snowsport England membership on top of existing club membership and session fees.
The move, described as “unexpected” in an open letter published on NSC’s website, comes at a time when rising living costs are already putting pressure on families and young athletes.
One parent affected by the additional charge said she feared she may no longer be able to afford........