It would be very easy to create the impression that every adventure we go on goes without a hitch. It really doesn’t. Problems and inconveniences occur every time we go out. The vast, vast majority of them are just worked through and overcome easily. However, very occasionally, something goes seriously wrong. When it does, like…
As the winter weather starts to take grip, those of you with younger kids will, no doubt, be on the lookout for some lower level walks and hikes. However, a low-level wander doesn’t have to mean boring, flat terrain with next-to-no scenery. In fact, Cwm Idwal, located in the heart of Snowdonia National Park, offers…
Having been stuck on auto for as long as I’ve had my DSLR camera, I’ve recently had the urge to find out more about outdoor photography. Having a camera with this many settings scares me a little, if I’m honest. Particularly when I don’t understand what things like ‘exposure’ or ‘aperture’ are. Don’t get me…
People often turn their noses up at short, easy walks. Mountains, spurs and ridges all have very obvious attractions, for instance, and I, for one, absolutely love them. However, sometimes we just need a short accessible walk, particularly when we have the kids in tow or when we’re pressed for time. The important thing for…
Crib Goch (Red Ridge) is one of the most famous ridges in the UK. Its combination of Grade 1 scrambling and awe-inspiring views makes this particular ridge walk an absolute classic. So, just what should you expect when traversing it for the first time? First things first: you should already have a bit…
Snowdonia has its fair share of awesome Grade 1 scrambles. Crib Goch and its knife-edged arête and the majestic North Ridge of Tryfan are two that immediately spring to most people’s minds. However, there’s a problem. As these two ridges are foremost in the mind, they tend to attract the most attention. So, if like…
Our last adult- only group hike saw us head to Snowdonia for what was sure to be an epic day. Not only were we free from our kids (we love them really!), but we were also staying overnight in order to set off at 4am the next day for a Snowdonia sunrise at the summit…
The Newborough to Llanddwyn Island walk has got to be one of our absolute favourite family friendly walks. This short 5 mile/8 km walk hosts some truly stunning coastal scenery. With spectacular views of the mountains of Snowdonia as your backdrop, you’ll struggle to find many better beach walks in Wales. Beginning your mini…
If you’re a regular reader of this blog it’s quite likely that you already enjoy the outdoors and camping. It’s also a fair assumption that the vast majority of you that do camp do so on designated campsites. We certainly do the majority of our camping on them. The convenience, particularly since having the kids,…
Area: Snowdonia National Park Map: OS Explorer OL17 Miles: 6.5 Height Gain: 1000m Difficulty: moderate – difficult Y Garn and Glyder Fawr are probably high up on most people’s Snowdonia bucket list. On a clear day they offer views to rival any in the area, and you can count on their tracks and trails…
