This is the time of year when you may and many others set New Year’s resolutions. I made them in the past but I was never very good at sticking to them. It’s great to know I wasn’t alone in this. Apparantly, very few people stick to their New Year’s resolutions, with estimates suggesting only 8-10% succeed by year’s end, while around 80% give up by mid-February. Over recent years, I’ve had an alternative way of thinking…

New Experiences rather than New Year’s Resolutions!

I’ve changed my approach to New Year’s resolutions. Instead of a New Year’s resolution, I have a ‘try new experiences’ approach. There are many benefits to trying ‘New Experiences’ so it’s certainly worth delving deeper into! Benefits include:

*Boosts Brain Power: New experiences create new neural pathways, improving memory and cognitive function.
*Increases Creativity: Trying new things stimulates innovative thinking.
*Builds Confidence: Successfully navigating challenges builds self-esteem.
*Enhances Problem-Solving: New situations improve critical thinking and decision-making skills.
*Promotes Mindfulness: Being present in an experience helps you focus and let go of worries.

Experiences by Wild Valley Huts fo your 2026!

 Watersports: Bala Lake / Llyn Tegid 30mins
 Bala lake is a first-class watersports venue. If offers a wide range of activities, including canoeing/kayaking, windsurfing, sailing, raft building and powerboating. The best white-water rafting can be found here at the National White Water Centre. Get Soaking Wet!!!

Down Hill Mountain Biking: Penybontfawr 15mins
Get a taste of the Alps at Revolution Down Hill Bike Park, one of the UK’s biggest bike parks. With big mountains, roots and mud the challenging downhill runs really give both bike and rider a thrill. Scream at the challenge!!!

Trail Running / Fell Running/Hiking From the Doorstep
Unlike Snowdonia, which often feels crowded and busy, the Berwyn Mountains get fewer visitors which means you often have paths & trails to yourself.

If you’re looking for somewhere to go running or hiking where it’s quiet and you are able to notice the rugged beauty and remote feel in the mountains with no-one there to disturb you, you’ve just stumbled upon one of the region’s best-kept secrets.  Get Muddy!!!

Off Road Trail Biking: LLangynog 15mins
Dakar legend Mick Extance and his team brings the ultimate off-road motorcycling experiences. There are an amazing variety of trails, which wind through 1,500 acres of beautiful Welsh forest in the heart of the stunning Berwyn Mountains Feel the adrenaline rush!!!

Pony Trekking: Ceiriog Valley 25mins
Springhill Farm is located in the stunning Ceiriog Valley. This idyllic location is perfect for off-road riding adventures, including meandering tracks, lush fields, and scenic bridleways. You’ll be immersed in an exceptional horse-riding experience, surrounded by breathtaking natural beauty. Breathe deeply & savour the soulful rhythm!!!

Would any of these be a new experience for you? Which experience would you like to try?

Our location is rich in outdoor activities being on your doorstep. Enjoy your experience day and come back to relax and be cosy in the shepherds huts or bunkhouse. We’ll have a place ready for you!

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This October, guests have stayed with us for a variety of reasons: celebrators for birthdays or anniversaries, thrill seekers, get away from the city escapers, adventurers, relaxors, explorers. No proposers this month! Which guest trait captures your eye for a possible stay?

Red Kite – The Adventurre (Our guest instagramed a couple of adventures during his stay)
Adventure 1 – Nice little 5 mile Cadair Idris hike. It was hard going on the legs, as the rocky path was all uphill for the first half of the hike but well worth it for the views. Then back to Wild Valley Huts to relax and enjoy the peacefulness in front of the fire with a few glasses of wine.

Adventure 2 – Tuesday’s hike… I did Llangollen circular (which was about 7 miles). This was a more moderate route after Monday’s calf breaker. Loved the mixture of a canal walk, and then across lovely countryside. Finished off at the Corn Mill for a spot of lunch. Then back to Wild Valley Huts for a bbq and some relax time.

The Bunkhouse – The Explorers (A family stay)
I absolutely adored this place. The heated floor is so comfortable. The bunk beds are fun for the children. The coutryside is so peaceful and a tone of places to visit such as the waterfalls and castles.

Every night is a fire for us. The BBQ is very large and keeps you very warm. The night sky is so breathtaking. The stars are so beautiful at night!
Thank you for the service and a shout out for the welcome gift, it was so good!

Cuckoo Hut – The Explorers (A couple and their dog)
Lovely and quiet site not far from a village with good shops and other facilities, also not far from Pistyll Rhaeadr. Llyn Vyrnwy half an hour’s drive.  Our dog loved the hut and the dog library, generally the property was very dog friendly with bowls and a dog blanket. We loved the hot tub and the wood burning stove, and the bed and pillows were amazingly comfy.

Fresh bread was fantastic as was the surprise bottle of birthday prosecco. Great for a weekend or midweek break. 

Whether you relate to our explorers, adventurers or celebrators, we’d love to be the base for your activities! To discuss a booking contact:
07956 793791
hello@wildvalleyhuts.co.uk
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www.wildvalleyhuts.co.uk