Rhyd Ddu Outdoor Centre, The Old School, Rhyd Ddu, Snowdonia, Gwynedd, North Wales LL54 6TL

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Snowdonia bunkhouse close to Mount Snowdon

Rhyd Ddu Outdoor Centre & Bunkhouse provides group accommodation in the village of Rhyd Ddu at the foot of Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) in the Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park. It is a recently refurbished historic old school house and was the birthplace of T.H. Parry-Williams, one Wales' most famous poets.

Rhyd Ddu bunkhouse sleeps 30 in 6 bedrooms, it has a fully equipped kitchen and a large communal dining room which is equipped with a ceiling-mounted projector and sound system, great for cosy home-cinema nights. There are glorious panoramic views, gas central heating throughout, hot showers, free fast WiFi, secure outside storage, plenty of free parking, an EV charger and a garden with seating. The beds are sturdy metal framed bunk beds with comfortable mattresses and pillows. Guests should bring their own sleeping bag, pillow case and towel. The bunkhouse has disabled access, no stairs, a disabled toilet and wet room.

Rhyd Ddu village has a café and a real ale pub, both serving home cooked food and only 2 minutes' walk from the bunkhouse. Rhyd Ddu overlooks the stunning lakes of Llyn y Gadair, Llyn y Dywarchen and Llyn Cwellyn. Two major footpaths up Snowdon, the Rhyd Ddu path and the Snowdon Ranger path, start in the village and there are family-friendly woodland and countryside walks within very easy reach.

Guided outdoor activities and catering packages can be organised by the Centre. The Welsh Highland Railway, the UK's longest heritage railway, has a station 200 yds from the bunkhouse. Rhyd Ddu bunkhouse is centrally located in Snowdonia within easy reach of Llanberis, Bangor, Caernarfon, Beddgelert and Porthmadog. Your group will have sole use of the bunkhouse during your stay including the grounds, free car park with EV charging point, secure drying room and storage areas.
The Rhyd Ddu Bunkhouse provides group accommodation at the foot of Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) & the Nantlle Ridge. Sleeping 30 in 6 bedrooms, it has a fully equipped kitchen & a large communal dining room with a big screen. Glorious views, central heating, fast WiFi, parking with EV charging point, secure bike storage, drying room & garden. Bring your own sleeping bag, pillow case & towel. Pub, café, & steam train station all within 2 minutes’ walk.
Rhyd Ddu Outdoor Centre & Bunkhouse provides group accommodation in the village of Rhyd Ddu at the foot of Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) in the Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park. It is a recently refurbished historic old school house and was the birthplace of T.H. Parry-Williams, one Wales' most famous poets.

Rhyd Ddu bunkhouse sleeps 30 in 6 bedrooms, it has a fully equipped kitchen and a large communal dining room which is equipped with a ceiling-mounted projector and sound system, great for cosy home-cinema nights. There are glorious panoramic views, gas central heating throughout, hot showers, free fast WiFi, secure outside storage, plenty of free parking, an EV charger and a garden with seating. The beds are sturdy metal framed bunk beds with comfortable mattresses and pillows. Guests should bring their own sleeping bag, pillow case and towel. The bunkhouse has disabled access, no stairs, a disabled toilet and wet room.

Rhyd Ddu village has a café and a real ale pub, both serving home cooked food and only 2 minutes' walk from the bunkhouse. Rhyd Ddu overlooks the stunning lakes of Llyn y Gadair, Llyn y Dywarchen and Llyn Cwellyn. Two major footpaths up Snowdon, the Rhyd Ddu path and the Snowdon Ranger path, start in the village and there are family-friendly woodland and countryside walks within very easy reach.

Guided outdoor activities and catering packages can be organised by the Centre. The Welsh Highland Railway, the UK's longest heritage railway, has a station 200 yds from the bunkhouse. Rhyd Ddu bunkhouse is centrally located in Snowdonia within easy reach of Llanberis, Bangor, Caernarfon, Beddgelert and Porthmadog. Your group will have sole use of the bunkhouse during your stay including the grounds, free car park with EV charging point, secure drying room and storage areas.

This accommodation is featured on our map of Snowdonia and North Wales and here is its own website.

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Details

  • Beds & Rooms:

    30: 1x12, 4x4, 1x2
  • Open:

    All year. All day. Check in from 4pm, check out by 11am.
  • Price per night:

    From £490. 4 nights for 3 on a range of midweek dates.
  • Booking:

    Book online, by phone or email.
  • Directions:

    In the village of Rhyd Ddu, on the A4085 between Beddgelert and Caernarfon. Post code: LL54 6TL. What 3 Words: https://w3w.co/chosen.truffles.dinner
  • Public Transport :

    S4 bus from Caernarfon to Beddgelert and Pen-y-Pass stops in Rhyd Ddu village, ask for Cwellyn Arms stop. The bunkhouse is 200 yards from the Rhyd Ddu station on the Welsh Highland Railway, with heritage trains to Caernarfon and Beddgelert. Change at Beddgelert for Porthmadog.
  • Walks :

    Long Distance Walkers AssociationLong Distance Walks Snowdonia way Snowdonia Slate Trail Trans Euro Trail Cambrian Way
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This accommodation is available at the following peak times

Available for Christmas 2026 Available New Year 2026 / 2027 Available February Half Term 2027 Available Easter 2027 Available May Day Bank Holiday 2027 Available Spring Bank Holiday or Half Term 2026

Facilities

aMixed dormitories
bSingle sex dormitories
cPrivate rooms
&Family rooms
rAccessibility features
fSleeping bags required
gFully heated
mMeals available (with notice)
kSelf catering facilities
iDrying room
jShowers
[WiFi
ZDogs by arrangement
wGroups Only

r Accessibility Info

The Rhyd Ddu Bunkhouse is made up of two buildings, The Old School and the Old School House. The Old School House is all on one level, with ramped access and a fully accessible toilet with a wet-room shower. The Bunkhouse sleeps up to 30 guests across six bedrooms and is ideal for groups. Facilities include a fully equipped kitchen and a large communal dining room with a big-screen TV. Enjoy glorious mountain views, central heating and fast Wi-Fi, plus on-site parking with an EV charging point. ..Click for photos and more

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Accessible Group Accommodation in Rhyd Ddu

September 18th 2026

The Rhyd Ddu Bunkhouse is made up of two buildings, The Old School and the Old School House. The Old School House is all on one level, with ramped access and a fully accessible toilet with a wet-room shower. The Bunkhouse sleeps up to 30 guests across six bedrooms and is ideal for groups. Facilities include a fully equipped kitchen and a large communal dining room with a big-screen TV. Enjoy glorious mountain views, central heating and fast Wi-Fi, plus on-site parking with an EV charging point.

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VoltShare charger now installed at Rhyd Ddu Outdoor Centre in Snowdonia

June 3rd 2025

The team at Rhyd Ddu Outdoor Centre are delighted to let you know that they have a VoltShare charger installed at Rhyd Ddu Outdoor Centre for your electric vehicle.

The charger operates on a pay-as-you-go system, set at a reasonable tariff, giving you the flexibility to charge your vehicle with ease. Plus, there’s the added peace of mind of VoltShare’s 24/7 support.

About the Charger
• Untethered
• Charger Power: 7kW
• Connector: Type 2
• Please remember to bring your own charging cable.

We’re delighted to let you know that we have a VoltShare charger installed at Rhyd Ddu Outdoor Centre for your electric vehicle.

The charger operates on a pay-as-you-go system, set at a reasonable tariff, giving you the flexibility to charge your vehicle with ease. Plus, there’s the added peace of mind of VoltShare’s 24/7 support.

About the Charger

  • Untethered
  • Charger Power: 7kW
  • Connector: Type 2
  • Please remember to bring your own charging cable.
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