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As autumn arrives in Eryri, Gwydir Forest comes alive with vibrant colours, crisp mountain air and spectacular views. Join us for a guided mountain bike adventure through ancient woodland, historic mining tracks, hidden trails and beautiful viewpoints overlooking the Conwy Valley. Starting and finishing at Plas y Brenin, this is a fantastic day of natural mountain biking, exploration and adventure in the heart of North Wales.
Leave the trail centres behind and discover some of the natural riding that makes North Wales such a special mountain biking destination.
This guided adventure takes you from Plas y Brenin into the beautiful Gwydir Forest, linking forest roads, natural singletrack, historic tracks and hidden trails along the way. Your guide will take care of the route, leaving you free to enjoy the riding, scenery and autumn atmosphere.
Along the way we'll explore areas including Llyn Elsi, Gwydir Forest and historic mining and quarry tracks, with opportunities to stop and take in the views across the Conwy Valley.
The ride is aimed at riders with a moderate level of fitness and mountain biking experience who enjoy exploring natural terrain and want to discover more of what Eryri has to offer.
E-bike hire is subject to availability at a cost of £45 per person per day Read more
Start: Plas y Brenin After a briefing and bike check, the ride leaves directly from Plas y Brenin and joins the old A5 beneath the dramatic cliffs of Moel Siabod. The early miles provide an opportunity to settle into the ride while taking in views across Capel Curig and the surrounding mountains.
Moel-y-Ci Café: The first significant stop is the highly regarded Moel y Ci Café.
This provides: Coffee and refreshments - Opportunity for battery check
Route briefing for the mountain crossing ahead
Over the Hill to Llanberis: Leaving the café, the route climbs up over the old bridle way or through the forest on moel y ci towards Llanberis.
Highlights include:
Views of Yr Wyddfa
Mountain passes and open moorland
Historic quarry landscapes
Quiet roads and tracks away from the main tourist routes
As the route drops towards Llanberis, riders enjoy a long scenic descent into one of Wales' most iconic mountain villages.
Telegraph Valley
From Llanberis the ride heads into the lesser-known Telegraph Valley.
Often overlooked by visitors, this area offers:
Outstanding views - Quiet trails - Historic links between Llanberis and Beddgelert
Fantastic e-bike terrain
The combination of rolling climbs and flowing descents makes this one of the most enjoyable sections of the day.
Beddgelert Forest: The final stage enters Beddgelert Forest. Here the route becomes much more wooded and remote as riders enjoy:
Forest roads
Singletrack sections
Views towards Moel Hebog
Classic Eryri forest scenery
During autumn the beech and oak woodland provides some of the finest seasonal colours in North Wales.
Finish: The ride concludes in Beddgelert. A Plas y Brenin minibus and trailer collect riders and bikes before returning to the centre.
This supported finish allows the route to remain a true journey rather than retracing tracks back to the start.
E-bike hire is subject to availability cost is £45 per person per day Read more
Discover one of the most atmospheric and fascinating corners of Eryri on an unforgettable e-bike adventure to Pont Scethin. Follow ancient trackways across remote uplands, uncover stories of drovers, pilgrims and travellers, and enjoy spectacular views from the mountains to the coast.
With the assistance of an e-bike, you'll have the freedom to explore this incredible landscape while enjoying a rewarding full day in the mountains.
Few rides in Eryri combine history, wilderness and scenery quite like the journey to Pont Scethin.
This full-day adventure takes you away from the busy tourist routes and into the remote uplands of southern Eryri. Following historic tracks and ancient crossing routes, we'll explore a landscape shaped by centuries of farming, travel and industry.
The centrepiece of the ride is Pont Scethin, a remarkable 17th-century packhorse bridge standing alone amongst the hills between the Rhinogydd and the coast. Along the way, enjoy sweeping views across Cardigan Bay, the Llŷn Peninsula, the Rhinogydd, Cadair Idris and the mountains of southern Eryri.
E-Bike Hire is subject to availability with a cost of £45 per day per person Read more
This is a classic Eryri e-bike adventure, linking ancient routes, mountain lakes, historic castles and hidden valleys. Leaving directly from Plas y Brenin, the route explores the high ground above Betws-y-Coed before following sections of the historic Roman road of Sarn Helen towards Dolwyddelan.
The return journey uses quiet tracks and a superb descent via the historic Capel Chapel track back into Capel Curig, creating a ride that combines history, scenery and flowing mountain biking.
E-bike hire is subject to availability and costs £45 per day per person Read more
Unlike many e-bike routes that focus purely on covering distance, this journey combines:
✓ Ancient landscapes
✓ Prehistoric monuments
✓ Coastal views
✓ Mountain scenery
✓ Historic routes
✓ A visit to Conwy
✓ Accessible riding with e-bike support
E-bike hire is subject to availability and costs £45 per person per day Read more
You have the EMTB now get the skills to go with it. Haven’t decided yet, try before you buy. We have a purpose made bike centre with workshop and a skills area on site at Plas y Brenin. Bring your own EMTB to or alternatively we have a great fleet of ebikes for you to hire whilst with us. The bike of choice that we have chosen to use is the Specalized Turbo Levo. Read more
Welcome to our comprehensive five-day mountain biking course, ideal for 12-17-year-olds looking to venture into mountain biking. Newcomers and novices alike will benefit from our enthusiastic and highly qualified instructors. You’ll master crucial mountain biking skills, including handling, braking, technical riding, and even bike maintenance. As you explore Snowdonia’s remarkable trails, you’ll not only enhance your riding but also learn how to look after your bike. This active getaway provides the perfect opportunity to elevate your biking abilities and potentially uncover a lifelong passion for the sport. You can hire a mountain bike, subject to availability at the time of enquiry. The cost is £35 per day. Please contact us via e-mail to info@pyb.co.uk to make your enquiry. If you are using this course for your Gold Residential for the Duke of Edinburgh’s award, don’t forget to bring your e-dofe number with you. Read more
Create lasting memories with your teens on a family adventure in the Eryri National Park on an eBike ride with one of our expert instructors.
For Parents and their teens – either a single family group or shared friendship group.
The mountains of the National Park offer a range of eBike adventures. We'll choose a route up in the local area to suit both your family/ friendship group and the weather conditions.
Residential bookings may be available, please contact us at info@pyb.co.uk for details.
Reduced-rate family e-bike hire is available, subject to availability, for an additional £35 per bike, per day. The maximum charge for a family group of up to five people is £120 per day. Read more
For young riders who are already dedicated to mountain biking, this course offers an opportunity to refine your existing skills. Our friendly and experienced instructors will guide you through some of the UK’s top trails and bike parks. Over five days, you’ll cover a diverse array of skills, including drop-offs, bunny hops, riding berms, manual front wheel lifts, technical climbing and descending, and more. You’ll have ample chances to apply these skills on mountain bike excursions, local trail centres, and our specialized mountain bike skills course. You can now hire a Mountain Bike – subject to availability at the time of enquiry for Plas y Brenin. The cost is £35 per day. Please contact us via e-mail to info@pyb.co.uk to make your enquiry. Read more
Welcome to our advanced mountain biking course, designed for 14-17-year-olds eager to elevate their skills. In Snowdonia National Park, you’ll explore local trail centres, challenging natural trails, wild mountain routes, and dedicated skills areas. A day of uplift streamlines your downhill practice. Our experienced coaches are committed to helping you reach your goals. You’ll enhance fundamental skills like manuals, cornering, wheelies, and bunny hops, and apply them in advanced settings. We’ll also tackle jumps, drops, root navigation, and steep terrain to elevate your riding. Whether racing or personal growth, this course is your pathway to excellence. You can now hire a Mountain Bike – subject to availability at the time of enquiry for Plas y Brenin. The cost is £35 per day. Please contact us via e-mail to info@pyb.co.uk to make your enquiry. If you are using this course for your Gold Residential for the Duke of Edinburgh’s award, don’t forget to bring your eDofE number with you. Read more
This course is a must for anyone new to mountain biking. Your journey will begin with our friendly, highly qualified instructors, ensuring your bike is perfectly set up for you and introducing you to the fundamental skills needed for technical riding. You’ll get a hands-on introduction to this exciting sport from our purpose-built skills course to the legendary trails in Gwydyr Forest and Penmachno. Read more
This is a two-day course aimed at women who are new to riding mountain bikes. Our friendly, highly qualified instructors will help you develop good technical riding habits right from the start. These foundational skills will make all the difference in the long term. Plus, we’ll ensure your bike is set up right for you so that you can spend a full day on the bike.
You’ll spend each day making use of our purpose-built skills course and some of the local mountain bike trails. These include some of the finest mountain biking routes in Britain, featuring world-class single-track routes. The Gwydyr Forest trails and the Penmachno trails are right outside our back door. Other classic trails at Coed y Brenin and Coed Llandegla are only a short drive from our centre.
Bike Rental Information:
You can hire a Mountain Bike subject to availability at the time of enquiry. The cost is £35 per day. Please get in touch with us via e-mail at info@pyb.co.uk to make your enquiry. Read more
