Our incredible location allows us to run a year round programme of skill development, training and assessment in a range of mountain sports including walking, climbing, mountaineering, paddle sports and mountain biking. We also host ski sessions and run first aid courses plus we're a great venue for a wide range of outdoor-focused conferences and symposiums.
Adventure Sports
Welsh Winter Mountaineering
Kayaking
Taster Days
Family Holidays
Summer Camps
Artificial Ski Slope
Mountain Leadership
Fast Track Instructor Scheme
Team Development
Welcome To The National Mountain Sports Centre
Deep in the mountains of North Wales, Plas y Brenin is a unique place, run by outdoor enthusiasts for outdoor enthusiasts. A place where passion for the outdoors runs deep and that passion is shared by every single member of staff as well as every guest.
For over 60 years we've been at the forefront of outdoor leadership, training and exploration and during that time we've built up a unique reputation for helping others get the most from their time in the outdoors.
Our instructors are amongst the most experienced and knowledgeable in the field but our passion for adventure doesn't stop there.
From top to bottom, across our entire team, the depth of outdoor experience and enthusiasm is unrivalled and we like nothing more than to share that knowledge and passion with others.
So why not pay us a visit and enjoy the unique atmosphere of the National Mountain Sports Centre for yourself. Whatever your interest in the outdoors, from first timer to seasoned veteran, you'll always be welcome - and you will always be amongst friends.
Featured Courses
Intermediate White Water Kayaking
Running wild rivers is all about judgement. This week gives you the experience ...
Cost: £550
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Mountain Leader Training (Winter)
This 6 day course, which is based on the MTS Winter Mountain Leader syllabus, co...
Cost: £595
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Scottish Winter Mountaineering
To tackle the more challenging peaks of Glencoe and Lochaber in winter requires ...
Cost: £800
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Scottish Introduction to Winter Climbing
Winter climbing in Scotland offers rewards and challenges comparable with the be...
Cost: £960
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Welsh Winter Skills
Two days of intensive winter skills. Use and choice of ice axe and crampons, equ...
Cost: £245
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Mountain Bike Improver
Want to get more out of your mountain biking? Let us improve your riding skills ...
In a recent audit by Sport England's independent auditors 'The Waterfall Catering Group' our caterin....
Join us for a fantastic two day symposium 'The Mountain Leader, The Mountaineering Instructor and T....
The 22nd annual BCU Student Safety Seminar will be held here at Plas y Brenin on the 22-23 October a....
We recognise that when people engage in the outdoors and adventure activities they often do so acros....
The family of Jonathan Conville established the Jonathan Conville Memorial Trust (JCMT) after he die....
