Introduction to Navigation
  • Plas y Brenin
  • 2 Days
  • 6 People to 1 instructor

Introduction to Navigation

  • Hike
  • Beginner
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Overview

You're new to hillwalking and want to be able to navigate confidently. Let our friendly, highly experienced instructors show you every aspect of basic navigation from symbols, scales and grid references to ground shape, measuring distance, taking bearings and using a compass. And take in the spectacular Snowdonia scenery as we get you 'out on the hill' to learn. it's the perfect course to equip you with the basic skills to explore the mountains with confidence.

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The Objectives

- You'll gain confidence in your navigation skills, going from having no knowledge at all to a basic understanding of navigation.

- You’ll get to learn practically, ‘on the hill’ with our highly experienced instructors.

- You’ll enjoy two days of fantastic hillwalking and the fantastic atmosphere at Plas y Brenin.

Itinerary

* Please note: Itinerary is subject to weather and availability.

What to Expect

As this is a very practical course, most of your learning will take place 'on the hill' so expect two full days out hill walking with time spent inside kept to a minimum.

Experience Required

No experience required, no need to worry if you’re completely new to hiking.

Take your first steps towards becoming independent in the hills on our Discover Navigation course.

What do I need to bring?
Equipment List
How should I prepare?
Preparation guide
What do I need to bring?
  • Walking socks
  • Wicking base layer
  • Walking trousers – usually these will be a modern ‘technical’ quick drying fabric
  • Fleece jacket or pullover
  • Woolly hat and Gloves – need to be warm
  • Spare clothing – e.g. extra fleece, spare gloves, spare hat,
  • Drinks bottle and/or flask, sandwich box
  • Maps - OS 17 Snowdon & Conwy Valley 1:25000, laminated weatherproof maps are great as you don't need a map case. (Can be purchased from our shop)
  • A stop watch or watch with this function is also very useful
  • In the summer you should consider bringing sun cream, sun glasses, insect repellent and a sun hat

You should also bring, if you have them but, you can borrow these from our stores

  • Walking Boots
  • Hard Shell Waterproofs
  • Rucksack- ideally 35 litres min
  • Compass (Silva Expedition 4 recommended)
How should I prepare?
As you will be out on the hill for two days we recommend that you have a reasonable level of fitness. If you have any questions regarding ability level, please get in touch and we'll be happy to discuss them with you.

Available Course Dates

Start the booking process by selecting a course date, then adjust your details to suit your requirements.

Course Start Date
Duration
Cost*
Course Start Date
11th April, 2026
Duration
2 Days
Cost*
Non-Residential:
£258.00
Residential:
£398.00
Course Start Date
2nd May, 2026
Duration
2 Days
Cost*
Non-Residential:
£258.00
Residential:
£398.00
Course Start Date
20th June, 2026
Duration
2 Days
Cost*
Non-Residential:
£258.00
Residential:
£398.00
Course Start Date
19th September, 2026
Duration
2 Days
Cost*
Non-Residential:
£258.00
Residential:
£398.00
Course Start Date
12th October, 2026
Duration
2 Days
Cost*
Non-Residential:
£258.00
Residential:
£398.00

*If your course is based at Plas Y Brenin, Capel Curig, residential prices include catering from the morning of your course start date and cover the duration of your course, accommodation starts on the night before your course commences to the morning of the last day of your booking.

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This course will help you become

This course will help you to be more confident at navigation in the hills.

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