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Ray Hind

 

Abercelyn

Llanycil, Bala

LL23 7YF

Gwynedd, Wales, UK

Tel: 01678 521109

Tel (int.): +44 1678 521109

Fax: 01678 520848

Fax (int.): +44 1678 520848

 E-mail: info@AdvPlus.co.uk

 

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Abercelyn Country House
                                                      

Bala is located in the Snowdonia National Park
in North Wales, UK

Located in the Snowdonia National Park near Lake Bala and with three mountain ranges nearby
Ray Hind is a member of the UK Mountain Leader Training Association

Ray Hind is a member of the UK Mountain Leader Training Association

© 2005 Ray Hind

Walking in Snowdonia - Guided Walking

Mountains Mountain Views Prices and Dates Guide Example Programme Long Distance Paths Peak Bagging

 
Walks are led by a qualified Mountain Leader, who will select the best walks according to the abilities and wishes of the group.

Ideally situated in Snowdonia for mountain-walking, there are three local mountain ranges (Arenig, Aran, Berwyn) readily accessible and other parts of Snowdonia including Cadair Idris and the Rhinogs are a short drive away. The local mountain ranges provide un-crowded walking over a variety of terrain, ranging from scenic valley walks to peaks approaching 3,000 ft.

Other parts of Snowdon are easily accessible including classics such as the Nantlle ridge, Snowdon horseshoe, Bochlwyd horseshoe and many more.

Available are:

  • Walking Holiday packages: see below
  • Private guided walking: £60 for half-day or £100 for a full-day (special rates if you are staying at Abercelyn)

Llyn Hywel with Rhinog Fach and Rhinog Fawr in the background

Self-guided walking at Abercelyn Country House

Guided-walk Mountain Views

Walking Holiday Packages
The package includes guiding walking, local transport, accommodation in Abercelyn Country House or Cottage, with breakfast, afternoon tea and a packed lunch as given in the table below (walking on every day for 3 or 4-day packages, for 6 or 7-day packages there are 2 day without walking). Walks are carried out in small, friendly groups accompanied by an experienced guide The maximum size of group will be eight. Individual walks will be selected, on a daily basis, according to the capabilities and wishes of the group and also local factors such as weather. On certain weeks, during the school holidays, children are welcome but must be accompanied by their parent on the walks. It is important that children will have some previous walking experience relevant to the category of walking and enjoy walking.

Pistyll Rhaeadr

  

Cader Idris summit

Why choose a guided-walking holiday? 

Categories of walks

Walks are carried out in small, friendly groups accompanied by an experienced guide and offered in the categories given below:

  • Scenic walks: typically 3-5 hours and ascending up to 2000 ft (600 m)
  • High-level walks: more strenuous walks typically 6-9 miles, 5-6 hours and ascending up to 3000 ft (900 m)

A walking programme will be tailored to individual requirements, examples of walk themes are:

  • The best local scenic walks including around Lake Bala, Precipice Walk, Panorama walk and more.
  • The best local high level walks including the Aran ridge, Arenig Fawr, the Berwyns and more.
  • Ridge walks including the Aran ridge, Cader Idris horseshoe, Nantlle ridge and more.
  • Snowdon by combing routes to make a circular or a traverse with public transport, e.g. The Miners & Pyg tracks, the Watkin path & south ridge, Snowdon Ranger & Rhyd-Ddu paths.
  • Exploring the remoter parts of the Rhinogs.
  • Walks for the over 50s, at a comfortable pace.
  • Peak bagging: Welsh 3,000 (over a week), Nuttalls (2,000 footers), Marilyns, ....

Summit of Rhobell Fawr

Rhinog Fawr (east side)
 

When?

Holiday packages are available for periods of three to seven days - see "Prices and Dates" for more details. please call if you require different dates.

What’s included?

The price is inclusive of accommodation (with breakfast, afternoon tea and a packed lunch), guiding and local transport as given in Price section. There are reductions for children sharing rooms with their parents. Single-occupancy is subject to availability and their is a supplement. Daily transport to and from walks is provided.

Atmosphere

We intend to create a sociable atmosphere, we will book a table in a nearby restaurant for the group to have dinner together. There will be an opportunity to have a aperitif together before going out to dinner. Where possible the walks will finish at a local pub or cafe for some refreshments.

 

General information:

  • What to wear and carry: you will be provided with an equipment checklist

  • Need to buy equipment: you can buy equipment locally and with discount!

  • Not sure which category of group to join: just telephone for advice.

  • If you want something tailored to your needs: just telephone and discuss.

Browse the  Abercelyn web-site to obtain an impression of the accommodation, location and previous visitors comments.

If you have any questions please contact: Ray Hind at Abercelyn Country House

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