The Big Christmas Walk
  • Plas y Brenin
  • 2 Days
  • 74 People to 1 instructor

The Big Christmas Walk

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Overview

Welcome to Snowdonia, a true winter wonderland. Do something different this Christmas and join us for some great guided walks, where along the way our leaders will explain all you want to know about the area and help you with your hillwalking questions. A residential place on the Big Christmas Walk includes 2 nights' accommodation arriving Friday, your meals start with breakfast on Saturday morning. Then on Saturday evening you'll return to mince pies and mulled wine followed by an excellent Christmas dinner all prepared on site, using the freshest of local ingredients. There's always a good friendly atmosphere and many people return year after year.

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The Objectives

- You'll have a fantastic walking holiday and learn more about Snowdonia's countryside.
- You’ll relax in the buzzing atmosphere of Plas y Brenin, feasting after calorie burning days on the hill with fantastic, freshly prepared food aplenty.
- You’ll get to pick the brains of our expert instructors about all things outdoors, and you’ll meet fellow walking enthusiasts on a Christmas break you won’t forget in a hurry!

Itinerary

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

What to Expect

You'll be able to choose from a range of walks, long and short, coast and mountain.

Experience Required

You'll be able to choose from a range of walks, long and short, coast and mountain. We chat with the group before you head out, to make sure that all needs are catered for.

We want to help you focus on achieving your goals, so if you're staying with us, comfortable accommodation (with WIFI included) and good food are part of the deal.

What do I need to bring?
Equipment List
How should I prepare?
Preparation guide
What do I need to bring?

You will 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, goggles

· Drinks bottle and/or flask, sandwich box

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

· Walking Boots

· Hard Shell Waterproofs

· Rucksack- ideally 35 litres min

· Ice axe and crampons
How should I prepare?
You don't need to do any specific preparation, but a keenness to walk always helps.

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
14th December, 2024
Duration
2 Days
Cost*
Non-Residential:
£205.00
Residential:
£345.00

*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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