Snowdon is not a peak I go up very often any more as it’s one of the busiest places I go to these days. However, as it is the highest peak in Wales and the target destination for my group, I suggested that we try for an early start to beat the crowds. With the Read more

A full day of multi-activity goodness today in some lovely October sunshine… The day started with a beautiful drive along the coast as we headed into the sunrise, while a rolling mist flowed out of the Conwy Estuary. As the day brightened (and warmed!) up, I spent a magical morning floating around the lake teaching Read more

Out of bed and straight out onto the bike this morning! A fine little local circuit via the shops to pick up some food for a late breakfast! Super warm temps here still, so made the most of Al fresco breakfasting at The Cottage. A very windy day to be up in the slate quarry, Read more

There were a fair amount of false starts today and having left The Cottage with a full day of plans, we found ourselves making new ones all day! There has been a beautiful cloud inversion across Snowdonia, but as we drove through full blue sky sunshine, as we approached our chosen cliffs, we found a Read more

A super Sunday of Outdoor Education exploring some of the terrain to the east of Tryfan. Delightful warm weather meant that we could make the short scramble up the ridge from the farm and then wander free, where ever the designated navigators suggested! Great views on all directions and nice to have excited students who Read more

Bizarre temperatures across Snowdonia today, with the summits almost reaching 20°C! After a day of promoting the wonderful world of Outdoor Education, Clare and I nipped into the valley to make the most of the warmth and light. We arrived at the crag just as the last climbers were leaving. Perfect timing. Unbelievably, it was Read more