Scotland's first Alpine Coaster opened recently at the Midlothian Snowsports Centre and we went along for a ride! The 980 metre long track takes riders one by one on a winding downhill adventure and is a first for Scotland. It's the longest of its kind in the UK, and it's expected to attract up to 150,000 visitors per year. The Scots Mag's Mairi Hughes loved the experience. She says, "Scotland's first alpine coaster is a great day out for kids and adults alike! "Levers on the coaster's carts all

Scotland's first alpine coaster is due to open at Midlothian Snowsports Centre at Hillend later in the year. It is 980m (1,072 yards) long and has a vertical drop of 170m (558ft). Read more here ➡️ bbc.in/3YOUaqq 📹 Video by Tony Marsh, edited by Catherine Lyst | BBC Scotland News