Scottish Winter Courses
James Brownhill Memorial Fund
In our role as the National Outdoor Centre, our primary goal is to encourage and support as many people as possible to get active outdoors. We recognise that in some cases, the primary barrier to individuals receiving the training they need is cost, so, as a not-for-profit organisation, we continually strive to ensure our course fees remain as low as possible. We also work with other organisations who provide funding support for specific opportunities.
Scottish Advanced Winter Mountaineering
Do you have your eye on classic mountaineering days out like the Aonach Eagach, or Number 5 Gully on Ben Nevis? This five day course is for you.
Scottish Winter Skills for Women
Why stop hill walking because there is snow in the mountains?
Winter Mountaineering and Climbing Instructor Assessment
Presenting yourself for a Winter Mountaineering and Climbing Instructor assessment is the culmination of years of hard work and dedication, gaining it is a huge achievement.
Winter Mountaineering and Climbing Instructor Training
Though said in jest, we do believe ‘West is best’ for these courses. Quite simply, we have a huge diversity of mountain ranges and terrain all within a 45-minute drive.
Winter Mountain Leader Assessment
Passing a Winter Mountain Leader assessment is often cited as being the high point of people’s Mountain Training journeys, and for good reason.
Winter Mountain Leader Training
If you love winter walking and want to share that passion with others, the Winter Mountain Leader is quite literally, just the ticket.
Scottish Performance Winter Climbing
You've been on our Scottish Classic Winter Climbs course and want to know what's next. Join us on this course to develop your winter climbing experience on some of the longer or more challenging routes and improve your technique still further.
Scottish Classic Winter Climbs
Put your experience and enthusiasm to good use and climb with the most experienced guides and instructors in Scotland. This amazing Winter Climbing experience aims to help you get the best from five days in Scotland.
Scottish Introduction to Winter Climbing
Winter climbing in Scotland offers rewards and challenges comparable with the best anywhere in the world. From a revision of the basic skills, to more advanced skills for steeper ground, you’ll make rapid progress over this five day course.
Scottish Winter Mountaineering
You’re a dedicated hillwalker who wants to take things up a level and become a true ‘mountaineer’, tackling the more challenging peaks of Glencoe and Lochaber in winter.
Scottish Winter Skills
Take your first step to enjoying the mountains in winter with our intensive, five-day winter skills course based in Glen Coe.
Scotland Accommodation
Alltshellach Guest House
Tucked amidst serene mountains, Alltshellach sits on Loch Leven’s shores. With 37 en-suite bedrooms, amenities like hairdryers, tea/coffee facilities ensure comfort. Savour meals at cosy eight-person tables. Unwind in the heated pool, spa, lounges, bar. Awarded 4-star Visit Scotland rating.
Rooms are usually shared with friends or family (by request) or with someone of a similar age on your course if possible. There are limited options available for single-occupancy rooms.
Please email info@pyb.co.uk or call 01690 720214 for information on availability, pricing, or course content.
- En-suite bathroom
- TV
- Wi-Fi
- Tea & coffee facilities
- Wardrobe and desk
- Restaurant & Bar
Welsh Winter Courses
Welsh 3000s Winter Challenge
Are you up to it? The Fifteen Peaks is known as one of the UK’s toughest fitness challenges, and you’ll be taking it on in winter.
Welsh Winter Skills
Up your winter walking game with our intensive, two-day winter skills course in spectacular Snowdonia scenery.
Welsh Winter Scrambles
In winter, Welsh scrambles and gullies become more demanding and exciting. Working together in a team of three you, your partner and your instructor will make your way up and over some of the most spectacular ridges or scrambles in Snowdonia.
Welsh Winter Walking
Get out winter hillwalking in Snowdonia on this 5-day skill building adventure. If you've got some hillwalking experience and want to learn how to travel the mountains confidently during the seasons when the weather is unpredictable and the length of day may make visibility uncertain, this is the course you need.
Welsh Winter Mountaineering
Exploring the mountains in winter is an exciting challenge, and ultimately a very rewarding one. The feeling of reaching a peak having navigated varied, icy and snowy terrain is like no other and offers summit views that are unbeatable.
Wales Accommodation
Plas y Brenin
The Main House
The main house features a mix of single and twin bedrooms and is the main centre of operation, with the bar and restaurant, laundry and drying rooms all situated within. The day begins and ends here.
Bryn Engan
A versatile destination with a 13-bedroom farmhouse and modern workspaces in two separate buildings, ideal for getaways, corporate retreats, planning sessions, or sports training. Flexible accommodations for stay, work, and play.
Please email info@pyb.co.uk or call 01690 720214 for information on availability, pricing, or course content.
- En-suite bathroom
- Wifi
- Tea & coffee facilities
- Wardrobe and desk
- Access to laundry and drying rooms
- En-suite bathrooms
- Wifi
- Tea & coffee facilities
- Wardrobes and desks
- Access to laundry and drying rooms
- Extra spaces provided
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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.
Accommodation
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
