Ready to explore the mountains? Now is the time! Our Hiking courses in Snowdonia present a remarkable chance to embrace the joys of hiking. Learn essential skills, from basic navigation and map reading to advanced off-trail techniques and multi-day planning, all under the guidance of our expert instructors.
These seasoned pros, well-versed in Snowdonia’s terrain and beyond, will guide you along exceptional local routes. They prioritise your safety and aim to ignite a lifelong passion for hiking with their infectious enthusiasm. Plus, they’ll educate you on the necessary gear and its proper use, setting you swiftly on the right path to becoming a confident hiker.
Introduction to Hill Skills
Embark on an adventurous journey with our two-day introduction to hillwalking in the beautiful peaks of Snowdonia. Whether you're looking to explore higher-grade scrambles or simply immerse yourself in nature, this course offers the perfect blend of skills, insights, and hands-on experience.
Introduction to Mountain Skills
If you want to make the move from hillwalking to mountaineering, this two day Mountain Skills course will help you progress. Push yourself to walk on steeper, remoter or more mountainous terrain as your instructor introduces you to the new considerations you’ll have to take into account when walking on British and Irish mountains.
Hill Skills for Women
This two-day course is a perfect introduction to hillwalking for women.
Intro to Navigation – 2 Day
You're new to hillwalking and want to be able to navigate confidently.
Intro to Navigation – 5 Day
During this five-day course, you'll develop from having little or no navigational experience to having a firm understanding of mountain navigation techniques.
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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.
