Snowdonia Luxury Hostel Walking Weekend

Event Snapshot:

Date: Friday 20th - Sunday 22nd January 2012
Meeting Time: From 16:00 on Friday
Estimated Finish Time: 16:00 Sunday
Walk Distance: Varied Options
Walk Level (see below for details): Beginners, Intermediate, Difficult

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Large Outdoors Club : Open Challenges : Weekends Away

Event Brief:

Enjoy a relaxing and social walking weekend in the heart of The Snowdonia National Park. Staying in a luxury hostel in Capel Curig this adults only weekend will offer a variety of walks in the local area to suit all walk levels and abilities. On completion of Saturdays day walks we will return to a stunning luxury hostel for a well deserved evening meal and a social night in front of a roaring log fire.

Bedrooms at Plas CurigSunday will see us embark on a leisurely walk before we have the chance to souvenir shop in Betws-y-Coed and enjoy a pub lunch (not included) before returning home.

Walk Level:

Beginners: These events are, on average, under 7 miles and very easy to navigate along paths and tracks. There could be small obstacles such as gates and stiles and the route could involve crossing open farmland. However the terrain should be easy under foot with trainers or walking boots (good condition and good tread) being suitable.  Please note that if you wear trainers they are not likely to be waterproof and the chances are you will have wet feet by the end of the walk.   

Intermediate: Although more challenging than our beginners walks these walks are suitable for most people. We will be covering a distance of between 7 to 10 miles using well marked routes and footpaths. Typically we will be crossing fields, open moor land and the ground maybe slippery under foot and muddy. We will have to negotiate stiles and small obstructions all of which are achievable with care.  Sturdy suitable footwear is highly recommended for this walk, if in doubt about your footwear please contact the LargeOutdoors office for more advice.

Difficult: With distances of between 6 to 15 miles these walks are difficult due to the terrain and type of ground we will be covering.  With occasional scrambles and rarely on footpaths you will likely be walking across open moorland, through heather and scrub.  These walks are often at heights in excess of 750m where the weather can change quickly.  On these walks walking boots are essential along with suitable mountain clothing.  If you'd like to discuss clothing or any concerns you might have please contact the LargeOutdoors office. 

Please note that the weather can affect the terrain under foot and it is essential that you check the weather forecast on the day and wear appropriate clothing.  We recommend that you check out a specific mountain weather service such The Met Office, Mountain Weather Forecast.

Fully Guided:

This event is fully guided meaning there is a LargeOutdoors leader with you throughout the day.  Everyone of our leaders is experienced in leading walks across all sorts of terrain along with being first aid qualified.  As a group we will carry first aid kits, emergency shelters and any additional group safety equipment deemed necessary for this event.  However, you are also responsible for ensuring your own safety and carrying all essential and sometimes compulsory safety equipment.  See our kit lists further down on the event details for more information.

What you get:

• 2 Nights accommodation in a luxury hostel (see pics)
• Welcome buffet on Friday night
• Night time treasure hunt on Friday night
• Cooked Breakfast on both Saturday and Sunday
• Packed lunch for Saturdays walk
• A variety of day walks from 5 miles to a more adventurous 12 miles all lead by local Mountain Leaders.
• Saturday night evening meal with wine and beer
• Leisurely group walk on Sunday
• The chance to explore some hidden corners of Snowdonia
• Meet new friends and socialise with like minded people.

Are Dogs Allowed? Yes dogs are allowed on this event on the condition their owners abide by our Dogs Code of Conduct. They must be booked in advance.

Kit Lists:

Knowing what kit to have with you is essential for having a safe trip with LargeOutdoors.  With this in mind we have compiled some kit lists to offer you some help and advice on what to pack.

If you are new to LargeOutdoors and outdoor pursuits in general please do not feel that you have to go out and purchase all of the kit on the list.  You would be better off attending some events and gaining the experience and talking to other members about what kind of kit you should purchase.  Then slowly purchase the kit that suits your preferred event/s, skills, body and budget. 

As a guide we have listed compulsory equipment that your leader will insist that you have before you continue with the activity below.  However you should always attempt to bring all items with you including warm clothes, hats and gloves etc.

Compulsory Kit: In addition to your personal kit you will need to carry a survival bag and a whistle on this walk.  These are compulsory, if you do not have either of these items with you, we will be unable to allow you to continue on the walk.  They can be purchased as part of the registration process below and we will bring them to the event for you.  After the event they are yours to take them home for your own personal use.

Don't forget: Just some of the key items not to forget on this event. 

• Warm Clothes
• Hat & Gloves
• Food & Drinks
• Towel
• Bedding
• Waterproofs
• Personal Toiletries
• Survival Bag and Whistle

This is not an exhaustive list please refer to our full kit lists.

Not Included:

Travel to and from the meeting location, insurance, personal walking equipment.

Food and Drinks:

The majority of our locations are remote and far from local shops, the below information is provided as a guide to what food and drink you should think about bringing with you.

Snacks: We will have cakes and biscuits available along with fresh fruit throughout the weekend, however please feel free to bring any additional snacks you would like.

Drinks: There will be complimentary tea, coffee and squash provided however you may wish to bring other drinks for the weekend. You are welcome to bring alcoholic drinks for both nights if you so wish.

Booking and Paying:

Please book this event online using the form at the bottom of this page. We accept most major credit and debit cards online. However, If you would prefer to pay by BACS/Cheque please select the option for BACS or cheque below. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact the LargeOutdoors office.

Meeting Location:

Venue Address: Posted out closer to the time. 

Lifts:
If you are looking to attend an event but are not able to reach the location then please contact the LargeOutdoors office as we maybe able to help you arrange a lift. Please remember to offer to pay a contribution towards petrol even if your driver is too polite to ask.

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Please note that Google Maps may not show an accurate location as it is based on a local Postcode. Please take special care on often remote country roads and take note of all instructions above.

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