Rock Improver – 2 Day
Stuck in a rut with your climbing and want to take it to the next level? Join our supportive and experienced instructors to improve at your own pace.
Rock Improver – 5 Day
Develop your all-around skill set to open up new routes, grades, and crags. You'll have time to consolidate and build confidence over 5 days.
Self Rescue for Climbers
Acquire a toolbox of skills for those ‘what if?’ or ‘oh no!’ moments.
Big Wall Climbing
If you’re a competent rock climber and are planning your first big wall trip, or want to hone skills you’ve already learned, look no further.
Performance Climbing – 2 Day
Push your grade, improve your technique and develop your confidence on rock with top-level training in all aspects of rock climbing, from bouldering to sport to trad.
Performance Climbing – 5 Day Course
Push your grade, improve your technique and develop your confidence on rock with top-level training in all aspects of rock climbing, from bouldering to sport to trad.
Lead Climb Coaching – 2 Day
Keen to build your lead climbing confidence, or feel a refresher would be helpful? Join our friendly coaches and develop your leading under their watchful eyes.
Lead Climbing Coaching – 5 Day Course
If you feel ready to take your first steps into traditional lead climbing, or have been a regular leader on easier climbs for a while, then this is the course for you.
Alpine Preparation
So you're planning a trip to the Alps this year? Why not have a weekend with us in North Wales with an IFMGA Mountain Guide as part of your preparation before you go?
Advanced Scrambling – 2 Day
Taking on grade 2 & 3 scrambles is perhaps the biggest test of a mountaineer’s skills. A wealth of skills and techniques are needed to move safely and efficiently through this terrain. When it comes together though, it’s magic! Let our instructors shed some light on the dark arts of roped scrambling...
Advanced Scrambling – 5 Day
If you are a hillwalker who enjoys being in the mountains but wants to reach some of the trickier parts or, if you are a climber and you want to learn how to manage your rope systems on scrambling terrain this is the course for you
Classic Rock
If you’re a competent rock climber and are planning your first big wall trip, or want to hone skills you’ve already learned, look no further.
Indoor to Outdoor Climbing 2-Day
Wondering how to transition to outdoor climbing? This is the perfect weekend for you.
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Why Plas y Brenin?
Plas y Brenin is at the forefront of outdoor instruction. Whether you are starting a career in the outdoors, or just want to take an adventure holiday, PYB is the place for you.
We inspire explorers. We train trainers. We’re internationally recognised. We’ve been around since 1798, with our earliest guests including Queen Victoria. Since then, we’ve focussed on providing the best customer experience, working alongside some of the greatest, 007 included.
Expert Tuition
You’ll receive expert supervision from fully qualified and psyched instructors, creating the perfect environment to learn and enjoy something new!
Explore Eryri
Your experience will take place in the heart of the extraordinary Eryri National Park. Our National Outdoor Centre features accommodation, a bar, dining, and more. And while you’re here, why not check out some local gems?
Develop a Passion
Everyone at Plas y Brenin, from staff to visitors, is excited about adventures and inspired to get outside. Our guests return year after year to experience all that North Wales offers.
Accomodation

The Main House
Mix of single and twin bedrooms

Moelwyn Bunkhouse
Bunkhouse with kitchen area

Bryn Engan
Farmhouse with bedrooms and flexible spaces
Bar & Restaurant
The perfect place to relax after a day’s adventuring, our bar boasts the most amazing view as it looks down Llynnau Mymbyr to the Snowdon Horseshoe. Our extensive range of locally brewed beers, wines and spirits offers plenty of choices for refreshment. Our bar menu is packed with tasty high-energy dishes.
- Open 7 days a week
- Mon - Sat 12PM - 11:30PM
- Sun 12PM - 10:30PM

Help Fund a Child Outdoors
Our aim is to give every inner-city child the opportunity to be inspired and motivated by the rugged outdoors and the challenges mountain environments have to offer. With your help, we aim to enable up to 360 kids to attend one of our courses in 2023.