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And the winners are ....

What a great response to our Ski Slick Limerick Competition! Your entries had us rolling in the aisles of CDHQ and it took us a little while to come to agreement over the winners. Thank you all for taking the time to indulge us and brighten up our day!

However unanimous decisions, with perhaps a little arm-twisting, have now been made and the winning limericks are published below. Well done to all the winners - you will be contacted by email to receive your tickets. 

What's on at the Shows

Don't forget the Ski & Snowboard Show North opens tomorrow at EventCity, Manchester. There'll be appearances from top GB athletes including Jamie Nicholls, Katie Summerhayes and Rowan Cheshire. The Mountain Talks Theatre will give you invaluable information on off piste and backcountry skiing, Ellis Brigham will be offering free boot-fitting clinics, there's the chance to get a free virtual one-to-one lesson with Warren Smith, and there's so much more going on - live music, great food, free lift pass offers, pro-rider demos - phew!

The London Show takes place next week - 5th - 8th November, and promises to be the best Ski Show yet! The much-loved Aimee Fuller will be among The Team GB athletes in London, Santa will be flying in, Mount Battersea will be the venue for London Ride Freestyle Competition and for the first time the Altitude Comedy festival will be coming to the Show!

At both Shows there'll be plenty of opportunity to talk tips, resorts, equipment, apparel and see what's hot for this winter. So even if you're not a winner why not get along and get buzzed for the ski season ahead!

Without further ado and waffling here's our winning limericks - thank you all!

From Nikki Willard:

There was a keen skier called Joe,
At any chance to the slopes he would go,
And with Chalets Direct,
He could always connect, 
To the best deals for fun in the snow!

From Rosie Dendle:

There was a keen skier called Joe 

Who yearned for sun fun and snow 

With no need to reflect 

He called Chalets Direct 

Where dreams still come true...have a go!

 

From Stella Coton:

There was a young skier called Joe
Who loved to carve and slide on the snow
His life was perfect
After Surfing Chalets Direct
Christmas holiday now booked – yo ho ho

From Steve & Lesley Jayne:

There was a keen skier called Joe
Whose aim was to go to the show
he composed a quick rhyme
which took little time
and Chalets Direct said no...........?

(except we said ... yes ... ;) )

From Fionagh Harding: 

There once was a keen skier called Joe,

who was feeling incredibly low

but he booked for a trek

with Chalets Direct

and was soon high on life and the snow.

 

 

Win Tickets for the Telegraph Ski & Snowboard Show 2015!

The Telegraph Ski & Snowboard Show returns to the UK and we've got 5 pairs of tickets for the London Show to give away in our great Ski Slick Limerick competition - read on!

Where & When:

30th October - 1st November: The Telegraph Ski & Snowboard Show North at Manchester’s EventCity
Discover the latest gear and best resort for you. Meet Team GB athletes, browse over 100 exhibitors, sample authentic alpine food, and pick-up show only deals.

5th – 8th November: The London Show, Battersea Park
Be transported to the mountains in a one-of-a-kind authentic immersive experience. Indulge in alpine fine dining and street food, watch breathtaking pro rider competitions and displays on the slopes of Mount Battersea (a 50 ft. real snow kicker) and be entertained by a stellar line up of live music and comedy.

What's Happening:

Authentic Alpine Food: Forget lack-lustre hot dogs, and warm beer, this year the shows will offer visitors alpine fine dining and street food including German Bratwurst & Fries, Tartiflette, Austrian Tiroler Göstl and Moose Burgers as well as a range of regional wines and beers to bring authentic mountain flavours to the city.

Mountain Talks Theatre: The Mountain Talks Theatre has a packed programme of workshops, films and talks from some of the biggest names in snow sports including Warren Smith Ski Academy who will return to share their knowledge with live demos in the Mountain Talks Theatre and 1-to-1 coaching.

Travel Genius Bar: The Travel Genius Bar is a dedicated hub which will give visitors the opportunity to get beyond the brochure and face-to-face with leading industry experts to receive free impartial travel advice.

Fashion Show: This eye-catching performance showcases some of the top snow sports apparel, highlighting new styles and trends in a fun dance off!

London Show Specials:

The Lodge: Legendary Michelin starred chef; Angela Hartnett has curated an authentic alpine menu, served exclusively in London’s pop-up restaurant - The Lodge. Indulge in a 3 course alpine menu in the surrounds of an authentic mountain restaurant overlooking the slopes of Mount Battersea, accompanied by live acoustic musicians. Tables are limited and available to pre book now.

Altitude Comedy Tent: For the very first time, Altitude Comedy Festival will bring their unique blend of snow, laughs and stand up to The Telegraph Ski & Snowboard Show London with performances from top acts including Live at the Apollo’s Marcus Brigstocke, and Andrew Maxwell, rising stars and blistering cabaret.

Mount Battersea: Mount Battersea has risen within the heart of London’s Battersea Park. Gape in awe as pro riders take on our 50ft real-snow kicker with live demos and international competitions The BRITS and The London Ride.

Après Stage brought to you by Snowbombing: This year the Ski & Snowboard Show is bringing the world's best snow-fueled party to Battersea on Thursday 5th & Friday 6th November. Known as the greatest show on snow, Snowbombing will be taking over the stage with well known acts performing live, next to a raft of après bars serving up beer, wine and spirits.
Just announced, Hot Chip (DJ Set) will headline the Après Stage on Thursday 5th, supported by 2 Bears. The party continues on Friday 6th with Norman Jay MBE and The Cuban Brothers!

For all the skinny on opening times and tickets for both shows go to www.skiandsnowboard.co.uk

Win tickets for the London Ski Show - compose a Ski Slick Limerick:

Chalets Direct has 5 pairs of adult tickets to give away to keen skiers and snowboarders wanting to visit the London show. 

How to enter:

1. All you need to do is to get creative and compose a limerick beginning with the line:
   There was a keen skier/boarder* called Joe ...
   (*You can choose skier or boarder - whichever you prefer)
   Just a reminder that the format of the limerick is 5 lines; lines 1, 2 and 5 rhyme, and lines 3 and 4 also rhyme. They are usually humorous. For examples and inspiration take a look at http://examples.yourdictionary.com/limerick-examples.html
   
2. Include the words Chalets Direct somewhere in your limerick.
3. Send your limerick to [email protected] - please put Ski Slick Limerick in the subject line.
   Please state the day you wish to attend the London Show in your email. Winners will be notified by email! 
4. Closing date is 28th October - so get your poetic thinking caps on!

For competition rules please see here.