Plas y Brenin

We are getting ready for our Welsh winter adventures and we are looking back at some amazing captures from last winter! It’s exciting to think that soon we will be out, climbing and hiking every snow covered mountain again, alongside amazing climbers and hikers eager to boost their confidence in winter conditions. #welshwinter #plasybrenin

Brit Rock Film Tour - Nose Job Alex Waterhouse and Billy Ridal are two recently retired competition climbers that attempt to apply their indoor skills to real rock in the most extra-ordinary fashion. With almost no traditional climbing experience and barely a multi-pitch climb between them, the audacious duo set out to be the first Britons to make a free ascent of the world famous Nose on El Capitan, Yosemite. Tickets - https://hubs.ly/Q02V4h4V0 @britrock films #plasybrenin #britrock

The Brit Rock Film Tour 2024 is coming to Plas y Brenin this November! This year's program features a stunning line up of the UK's finest climbing and adventure films. Get ready for three incredible films that showcase thrilling action, unique characters, and awe-inspiring landscapes, all packed into amazing stories. Tickets- https://hubs.ly/Q02V49bs0 Find out more -https://hubs.ly/Q02V49Sx0 #plasybrenin #britrock

In just a few months our experienced instructors will be heading up to the Scottish highlands to share their passion and knowledge for all things Scottish winter. The team will be based out of Glencoe with much of the best climbing and mountaineering right on their doorstep During their stay, they’ll take full advantage of the stunning Scottish Highlands to teach and guide you through various challenges, skills, and techniques, helping you sharpen your abilities and prepare to embrace winter with confidence. After a long day outdoors with our team, you’ll retreat to the Alltshellach Guest House, where you can relax in cozy en-suite rooms and enjoy delicious meals. It’s the perfect setting to unwind and recharge before another day of learning and exploring the magnificent Scottish Mountains. Head over to our website to find out more! #plasybrenin #scottishwinter

Do you dream of exploring winter’s rugged landscapes but feel unsure about your skills and confidence? Our Winter Courses, set in the stunning scenery of Wales and Scotland, are designed to help you gain the skills and confidence to embrace the outdoors, even in the heart of winter. Led by expert instructors with years of experience, you’ll learn how to navigate challenging conditions, use essential equipment, and stay safe in the winter- all tailored to meet you at your level, whether you’re just beginning, seeking to advance, or even looking to qualify as a coach/instructor. This winter at PYB, its all about confidence inspiring adventures. If you’re eager to step out this winter and have an area where you’d like to gain more confidence, share it with us below! #winter #plasybrenin

Waldo Etherington, a world-renowned rigging specialist and professional climber, will be leading an outdoor rigging workshop at Rope Matters 2024. Waldo is an expert in remote-area rigging, rope rescue, bespoke rigging and guiding clients in extreme environments and remote expeditions. He has completed a number of world first ascents on some of the world’s most remote and technical big walls and has spent much of his career exploring the rainforest canopy, predominantly in remote tropical regions. With extensive experience working alongside blue-chip television and film crews, Waldo enables teams to safely navigate and operate in demanding locations. He teaches advanced technical rope work, specialising in wilderness rigging and rescue techniques. As the chief instructor at Canopy Access Ltd (CAL) and director of Remote Ropes, he plays a pivotal role in delivering and developing global training courses and rope rescue workshops. At this year's Rope Matters, Waldo will be sharing his expertise in a hands-on workshop focused on the unique techniques he has honed over years of rigging for film and TV in remote areas. He will also be our guest speaker on Saturday, sharing insights from his experiences running the company and his work on various film productions for Discovery Channel, National Geographic, and the BBC. If you haven’t secured your tickets yet, now is the perfect time to book your spot before they’re gone! Tickets- https://hubs.ly/Q02TNjq-0 @Waldoetherington #ropematters #plasybrenin

It’s time to register your interest to Embark on a canoe expedition of a lifetime to the Yukon! Embark to the Peel Watershed, Yukon and join us for a canoe expedition in an area of pristine wilderness, with dramatic boreal mountain landscapes, and rivers only accessible by float plane. The Peel watershed is one of North America’s most pristine natural ecosystems, join us on an expedition down an artic mountain river renowned for its stunning wilderness, exciting whitewater, cultural history, and wildlife. Register your interest to be the first to get updates on this expedition- https://hubs.ly/Q02TCCqp0 Find out more here- https://hubs.ly/Q02TCCDr0 #plasybrenin #embark #yukon

A few months ago, our 2024 Fast Trackers wrapped up their final day of the climbing module at Crickle Crag on the Great Orme. During their time at PYB, they gained necessary skills for tackling sport climb, single and multi pitch crags, sea cliffs, and more. With PYB'S unique access to almost the full variety of rock types and incredible routes of all standards, they left with a massive experience of all things climbing. Looking to improve your personal climbing or to become a climbing coach or instructor? Our Fast Track :Instructor Development Programme is the perfect place to start! Curious to learn more? Head over to our website to learn more - https://hubs.ly/Q02TC94p0 Have a 1:1 with our instructor James Bruton – jamesbruton@pyb.co.uk Join our series of webinars that will cover everything you need to know about the program. Webinar 3 – Thursday 24th October Webinar 4 – Thursday 7th November You can now register for the webinar here. https://hubs.ly/Q02TClhB0 Shape your future in the outdoor industry—your journey, your choice! #fasttrack #plasybrenin #eryri

In February 2023, the Plas y Brenin team introduced the Embark expedition series, inviting two teams on a transformative journey. For one team of complete beginners, it meant a year of intensive training, building skills and confidence for a 10-day, self-supported sea kayaking expedition to northwest Greenland. The second team, composed of seasoned sea kayakers, embarked on a similar adventure, diving straight into the expedition without the prior training phase. Over 78 applicants eagerly reached out, and in July, we set off. Here are some of the highlights from this unforgettable experience. 📷 @robweight1 #Embark #plasybrenin #greenland

How to Read a Tree: Clues and Patterns from Root to Leaves A talk by Tristan Gooley Join celebrated author and explorer Tristan Gooley on Wednesday, November 6, 2024, for an enlightening journey into the world of trees. With his expertise—featured in the Sunday Times, New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and the BBC—Tristan will reveal the fundamental principles that shape trees and explain the clues hidden within their forms. Discover skills to read and understand trees in any setting, transforming how you perceive the natural world. He has led expeditions across five continents, ascended mountains in Europe, Africa, and Asia, sailed across oceans, and piloted small aircraft to both Africa and the Arctic. In this engaging talk, he delves into the fundamental principles that reveal the shapes and patterns found in trees and their significance. Discover the unique skills you can apply every time you encounter a tree, whether in an urban area or a more natural setting. Once you learn to recognize these details, you'll find it impossible to overlook them, forever changing how you perceive trees. Venue: Lecture Hall, PYB Time: 19:00 Tickets- £10 https://hubs.ly/Q02TdkH40 Photo Credits-Graham Trott, Jim Holden, @thenaturalnavigator Enjoy delicious food and drinks at our licensed Bar and Café while you’re here! #plasybrenin #eveninglecture