Natural Retreats consults on CairnGorm Mountain revamp

An artist's impression of the new-look site in the Cairngorms

The operator of the CairnGorm Mountain snowsports centre, near Aviemore, has unveiled its planned revamp of the site that could cost up to £15m to complete.

Natural Retreats wants to make improvements to the restaurant, offer conference space and increase its facilities for making snow.

The company has started a consultation on its plans.

The ski centre in the Cairngorms National Park is owned by Highlands and Islands Enterprise (HIE).

Natural Retreats has released a series of architects' impressions of the new look.

A new day lodge with food outlets, shops and a creche and an "adventure zone" have been planned.

Highland Council has been informed of the proposals.

Natural Retreats owns holiday accommodation at a number of locations in the UK and elsewhere.

It has a 25-year lease for the running of CairnGorm Mountain.

Last year, the company said it would invest more than £6m in the resort over five years.