Discover Scrambling Weekend - Eryri (Snowdonia)
Discover the excitement of scrambling in Eryri (Snowdonia) on this friendly, fully guided weekend based at Bryn Engan, a welcoming woodland cottage near Capel Curig. Designed especially for first-time and early-stage scramblers, this sociable short break combines expert instruction, classic beginner routes, and a relaxed group atmosphere in one of North Wales’ best mountain areas.
Perfect if you’re keen to take your walking a step further, build confidence on hands-on terrain, and enjoy learning in a supportive, small-group setting.
Duration: 2 nights, 3 days
Accommodation: Cottage
Group Size: Maximum 8 (but up to 14 sharing the accommodation)
Level: Tough (Scrambling)
Age: 18+
Dogs: No dogs, except trained assistance dogs
Pricing & Accommodation: From £350 per person. Shared rooms, single rooms, twin rooms, and double rooms available - see booking calendar for specific dates and pricing.
Booking Calendar…
A Friendly Introduction to Scrambling in Eryri
Discover the delights of scrambling in the heart of Eryri (Snowdonia) with Large Outdoors, on a relaxed and sociable weekend designed to help you build confidence and enjoy moving over rocky ground safely and enjoyably.
Based at Bryn Engan, a comfortable woodland cottage tucked away near Capel Curig, this weekend is ideal for walkers who are curious about scrambling but may be unsure where to start. With expert guides, small group sizes, and carefully chosen routes, you’ll be supported every step of the way as you learn new skills and gain confidence on steeper ground.
Across the weekend, we’ll explore some of Snowdonia’s most accessible and rewarding beginner scrambles. Expect hands-on ridges, steady climbs, and superb mountain views, with plenty of time to pause, learn, and enjoy the experience together. Our guides focus on good movement, route choice, and safe decision-making, helping you develop the skills to take forward into future mountain walking adventures.
Evenings back at the cottage are relaxed and sociable, with shared meals, time to unwind, and plenty of chat about the day’s routes. Many people join these weekends on their own, and the friendly Large Outdoors atmosphere makes it easy to settle in, make new friends, and enjoy learning together.
This trip is ideal if you:
Enjoy hill walking and want to progress into scrambling
Are new to scrambling and want expert support
Prefer small groups and a friendly, social weekend
Tryfan in Snowdonia
Suggested Itinerary
Here’s what we’ve got planned - of course, we may have to offer alternatives or make amendments if the weather misbehaves or other unexpected situations arise!
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Arrive at Bryn Engan from 17:00 onwards and settle into the cottage. Your Large Outdoors host will be there to welcome you, show you around, and help everyone get settled in.
Dinner will be served in the evening, followed by a relaxed group briefing covering the weekend plans, the routes we’re aiming for, and what to expect from your first scrambling day.
The evening is social and informal, with time to meet the group, ask questions, and get ready for the days ahead.
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After breakfast, we head straight out from the cottage to begin our first day of scrambling. With several excellent routes close by, this is an ideal base for learning and building confidence without long transfers.
Our most likely objective is:
Daear Ddu Ridge, Moel Siabod
A superb introductory scramble rising directly from the Capel Curig area. This route offers a steady, hands-on ridge with short rocky steps, excellent positions, and wide views across the surrounding hills. It’s an ideal first scramble, giving you the chance to practise movement, balance, and simple route-finding in a supportive setting.Depending on conditions and the group, we may also consider:
Llech Ddu Spur, Carneddau Range
A quieter, more secluded scramble offering gentle rock sections and open mountain scenery. This is a great option if we’re looking for a calmer introduction in one of Snowdonia’s less busy corners.Throughout the day, our guides will provide coaching, encouragement, and practical tips on footwork, hand placement, and safe movement. We’ll take regular breaks and keep the pace steady, making sure everyone feels comfortable and supported.
Back at the cottage in the afternoon, there’s time to shower, relax, and enjoy a group dinner in the evening.
Travel between walking locations is not included on this trip. Some short car journeys may be required to reach the start of the scrambles, and we actively encourage participants to share lifts where possible.
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Our final day is a real highlight: the classic North Ridge of Tryfan, one of Snowdonia’s most famous scrambling routes.
Rising from the Ogwen Valley, this continuous ridge provides a wonderful mix of hands-on climbing, steady exposure, and blocky rock steps. It’s an ideal progression from the previous day, giving you the chance to put your new skills into practice on a longer, more committing route.
As we climb, the views open out across the Glyderau and the surrounding valleys. At the summit, we’ll pause near the famous ‘Adam and Eve’ stones before descending by an easier path back to the valley.
We aim to finish mid-afternoon, with time for a café stop before everyone heads home.
Essential Information
Activity
Duration: 2 nights, 3 days
Accommodation: Cottage
Group Size: Maximum 8 (but up to 14 sharing the accommodation)
Level: Tough (Scrambling)
Age: 18+
Dogs: No dogs, except trained assistance dogs
Transportation:
We do not include any transport on this trip.
Travel between walking locations is not included on this trip. Some short car journeys may be required to reach the start of the scrambles, and we actively encourage participants to share lifts where possible.
Timings:
Check-in from: 17:00
Finish Time: We aim to finish on the final day between 16:00 - 17:00.
Not Included:
Travel to and from the meeting location or station pick-up.
Any extras, excursions, or activities that you may partake in which incur a cost.
Any food, drinks, or goods you choose to purchase at any shops, restaurants, pubs, or cafés visited.
Accommodation
Name & Address:
Bryn Engan
Plas y Brenin
Capel Curig
LL24 0ET
Please note we are staying in a cottage in the grounds of Plas y Brenin, please do not go to the main centre as this is incorrect.
Directions: Please use these and NOT post codes, sat nav.
Head to Caffi Siabod, Capel Curig, Betws-y-Coed LL24 0EL, just over the road you will see a turning that has gated access and Bryn Engan on the gate. The code will be sent out a few days before, go through the gate and follow the signs.
Type: Cottage
Rooms Available: Single Rooms, Twin Rooms, Double Rooms, Shared Rooms
Bathrooms: En-suite
Parking: Free Parking available at the accommodation.
Meals:
Breakfast - A continental breakfast is provided and this includes, cereal, toast, fruit, yoghurt.
Packed Lunches - We provide a packed lunch for the Saturday swims, Sunday we will pop to a cafe post swim and this is not included.
Evening Meals - Group meal included in the venue.
Soft Drinks - Tea & Coffee are provided.
Alcoholic Drinks - Not included. If you’d like a drink with dinner, please feel free to bring a bottle!
Vegetarian, vegan, and meals made from gluten-free ingredients can be provided. Please select the relevant options during checkout.
Kits List: Walking Weekend Kit List
FAQ’s: Answers to our most common questions
Travel insurance: We recommend having insurance to cover, at a minimum: cancellation and curtailment, medical and emergency expenses (including repatriation), personal accident, and injury and death.
Booking FAQ’s
Can I book with a deposit?
Yes, if the trip is more than 12 weeks away you can secure your place with a 20% deposit. The balance is due no later than 10 weeks before travel. You will receive a series of reminder emails when the balance is due. If the trip is less than 12 weeks away, the full balance is due at the time of booking.
Can I pay in instalments?
Yes – although our system doesn't have a function to do this automatically. If you'd like to split your payments, simply email us (hello@largeoutdoors.com) when you'd like to make a payment. Please don't forget to tell us how much you'd like to pay off the balance and your order number. We'll then send you an email with a secure online payment link.
Booking Calendar!
This map is provided for guidance regarding the general location. For detailed meeting information, please refer to the 'Meeting Time & Location' section.