With sunlight steaming through the skylights again this morning, it was easy to get up early. I was in such a good mood, I decided to give myself a treat and enjoy some fine coffee before heading out into the day. I’ve been out on the lake today with some students. And what a great Read more

We found some afternoon peace today in Penmaenbach Quarry where the temperature on the van thermometer was reading 19 degrees. In the afternoon, basking in April sun, it was sheltered from the wind, gave incredible views, well-bolted climbs and a generally splendid feeling of wellbeing. Having left the guidebook in the car by mistake, we just Read more

It’s been perfect conditions for a bit of slate climbing today. The air is still cool thanks to a light northerly breeze, but the sun had warmed the rock splendidly and in the sheltered region of ‘Never Never Land’ in the Llanberis slate quarries, it was t-shirt weather. Just walking into the quarries on a Read more

I took advantage of a quiet afternoon today to take a solo stroll from The Cottage. There are still some patches of snow in the hills, but down by the river, it feels like spring is in the air! After a nice circuit along the Ogwen river, I finished off a very chilled vibe, with Read more

Woke up to a bit of a surprise this morning – a fresh covering of snow had fallen down to about 500m overnight! Winters last gasp?…. Read more

Having largely retired from the underground pursuit of cave and mine exploration, I had the chance to assist with a group in a big mine called Cwmorthin today. While re-affirming to me that the underworld is not my natural habitat, we still enjoyed an interesting day. It’s hard to not to be impressed by the Read more