The weather and temperature is picking up. Get some accommodation booked for your big walk. Newquay is a great stop off during your walk. Head to the beach, take a surf lesson and enjoy a cool refreshing cider.
Most importantly put your feet up and enjoy a comfortable night’s sleep.
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Individual Bookings at the Hostel in the Woods!
Did you know you can book your own private room at Shining Cliff hostel from Sunday -Thursday?
We are uniquely situated in the heart of an ancient woodland and have no road access, so guests can arrive at Ambergate by train or bus and walk up through the woodland to the hostel, or arrive by car and wheelbarrow or carry your belongings for half a mile along stunning woodland footpaths from the car park to the hostel!
Just 2 minutes off the route, Treks Bunkhouse makes a great 2nd night option.
As the route heads east away from Ffestiniog, you’ll find Treks bunkhouse. This sole use only bunkhouse is perfect for groups of up to 13. There is often a 2 night min stay, but as there is so much to do in the area, it may be just the excuse you need, to take a day from the route and explore.
The Long Barn welcomes you this Easter
Located in the Teifi Valley, the Long Barn offers a chance to escape for a weekend with Ceredigion’s beautiful countryside all around. The 18th century converted stone barn exudes a homely feel. A wood-burning stove is available for those last few chilly nights before spring. The games area including a pool table makes for easy entertainment of children (and competitive adults). As the barn happens to be on a farm Easter is a magical time for us as our ewes and cows give birth, and if that isn’t enough to quench your thirst for Easter activities try something different. Maybe a long walk with family or perhaps a less orthodox trip to the seaside. Whatever your perfect idea of Easter is the Long Barn would love to host you.
Are you up for a challenge? A 26 mile course around the tops Allen Valleys.
We are located within the circuit of the route, so convenient for participants and their supporters. Now in its 33 year the event takes place on Sunday 6 April 2024
Volunteer wardens urgently needed in Surrey!
With only 11 beds, this is a relaxed and friendly place to warden, based in the pretty village of Puttenham. Guest hours are 5pm to 10am so you have the day to yourself. Explore the local area or relax in our wildflower garden. You can stay for short or long periods, and if you are local to Guildford we can be as fleixble as you are. This opportunity would suit anyone who likes nature/the outdoors/ hiking or cycling, and enjoys looking after guests. Customer service is very important to us and we want to make sure everyone who stays at the Barn goes away happy – including our wardens! If you are interested in becoming a warden at Puttenham Barn, please email me at [email protected] – I would be very happy to hear from you. Tish Piwowarek
16 and 17 year olds
Happy to accommodate 16/17 year olds with parental consent.
Trying to avoid the crowds this Easter?
There’s plenty to do and see in Shropshire – the famous Cardingmill Valley is a lovely walk from the bunkhouse – you can either go the easy route or challenge yourself by a ‘straight up and down’ route. Once there, you can have tea and cake in the National Trust cafe, maybe a wild swim in the reservoir or take off up the valley to see the Lightspout Waterfall. Soon the hill sheep will start lambing and it’s lovely to watch the newborns chasing each other around the hills. If you are lucky, you may see some of the herd of wild horses with foals. Spoil yourself and come and join us – we don’t mind sharing!
Springtime in the Woods!
Come and join us at Shining Cliff hostel this Spring to immerse yourselves in the joy of new leaves bursting from the branches, Bluebells poking their leaves through the soil, birdsong filling the woodland, it’s absolutely delightful!
We have 5 bedrooms accommodating up to 20 people, 3 bathrooms with showers, an open plan self catering kitchen, lounge and dining area, and 600 acres of ancient woodland surrounding us and a beautiful woodland fire pit area that nestles up against the cliff!
Adventure Breaks, Guided Walks, Paddle Sports and Campfires
Nestled on the edge of Hafren Forest in The Cambrian Mountains, Hafren Forest Hideaway offers a truly unique group accommodation experience in an area of breathtaking natural beauty. Our all-inclusive Adventure Breaks provides the perfect opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals, led by qualified guides and instructors. Immerse yourself in the great outdoors and create unforgettable memories. https://wellnessandwalking.com/ols/products/wales
50th Anniversary of the opening of Bron-y-Gader on 4th May 2024
We are holding an Open Afternoon on the day to mark this momentous occasion. Anyone who has been involved as a volunteer helper, user or is simply interested is invited to come and see how the centre has developed from the derelict hill farm in Snowdonia that the Blackburn & District Outdoor Pursuits Centre Trust bought in 1969.
We will be providing afternoon tea (ByG style) and to help us with catering numbers please email us at [email protected] if you wish to come along.
Lôn Las Cymru (National Cycle Route 8) – cycling through the heart of Wales
Find Plas Isa Dolgellau, right on the Lôn Las Cymru route. You do the cycling – we take care of the rest.
POST GCSE Trips
It’s only months away from finishing school. We host loads of small groups of students that have finished their GCSES and are waiting on the results.
The perfect place for some R & R at the end of your ride
Just 7 miles before Conwy, right on the coast , Platts Farm Bunkhouse offers an idyllic place for some R & R after you’ve finished your Traws Eyri route. Shops, pubs and cafés are within 5 minutes’ walk.
Purpose built-community run bunkhouse in Bethseda
Just off the route in Bethseda you’ll find Caban Cysgu Gerlan Bunkhouse. With the convenience of shops and pubs within walking distance, this could be the answer to stop-over on your Traws Eyri adventure.
Individuals, couples and groups welcome at Ogwen Valley Bunkhouse
A short diversion from your Traws Eyri route, just north of Nant Ffrancon, will take you to Ogwen Valley Bunkhouse. You can book this cosy, comfortable bunkhouse by the bed, the room or take over the whole place, (it sleeps 16).
Come and stay in our Woodland Hostel!
Looking to unwind? How about staying at Shining Cliff hostel, an off-road hostel located in the heart of Shining Cliff Woods, an ancient woodland in Derbyshire?
Easter Availability on Our Working Hill Farm
Wake up to views over the fields with the only sound being the cuckoos and sheep on the doorstep! We’re open all year round but with the lighter nights on the way, Easter is a great time to enjoy the unlimited outdoor space. We’re an ideal base for exploring Northumberland National Park including the International Dark Sky Park. Footpaths and bridleways criss-cross our farm – ideal for walking, running, on- and off-road cycling and horse-riding (paddocks available). If that all sounds too active for you, the farm is accessible by car and you don’t have to walk far to see the sheep, hares, grouse, curlews and archaeological sites. If you tick all this off the list, it’s only 5 miles to Ingram and the Breamish Valley with it’s fantastic little cafe and gift shop, or 15-20 miles to Alnwick and lovely sandy beaches.
Group hostel right on the Traws-Eyri Bikepacking route in the Ogwen Valley
Snowdon Mountain Hostel lies directly on the route as it winds up the Ogwen Valley just north of Nant Fracon. Perfect for groups of up to 24.
An ideal stop-over for large groups in Bets-y-Coed
Cycling clubs and large groups of up to 33 will find a perfect stop-over on their Traws Eyri Bikepacking expedition at the Woodlands Centre in Betws-y-Coed.