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A third of Brits have tried a new outdoor activity since lockdown

Walking, running, cycling and mountain biking most popular - but climbing, outdoor swimming, hiking and kayaking also rank on the list

13 6 May, 2021

Plas y Brenin interview - 65 year anniversary

Ruth Hall, CEO of Plas y Brenin, the National Outdoor Centre, talks about the centre's proud 65 year history and its exciting plans for the future.

12 Mar, 2021

Why have Plas y Brenin rebranded?

For the first time in over 30 years, Plas y Brenin, the National Mountain Sports Centre, has rebranded and is launching a new website.

49 5 Jun, 2018

Plas y Brenin - Why Snowdonia

Plas y Brenin - The Movie showcases Plas y Brenin's unique location in Snowdonia and looks carefully at the natural...

4 25 Jan, 2017

2 weeks until The Big Scottish Winter Weekend

Based at Altshellach, Plas y Brenin's comfortable headquarters in Scotland, this weekend is designed to get...

13 Jan, 2016

Plas y Brenin: The Big Scottish Winter Weekend

Based at Altshellach, our comfortable headquarters in Scotland, this weekend is designed to get you to up into the...

8 Dec, 2015

Big Winter Climb at PyB: BOOK NOW

Learn from the experts. The weekend (30 Nov-1 Dec) is made up of a series of opt-in workshops covering a diverse range of winter...

6 Nov, 2013

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Skills Part 5 - Observations on the Hill

Forecasts are great tools at the planning stage, but once out on the hill you'll have to rely on your own observations and judgement. In the final part of our series Will talks us through the vital skill of staying alert and open minded.

17 Dec, 2020

Skills Part 4 - Planning and Decision Making

In part 4 of our series on winter weather and avalanche forecasts, Will breaks down the planning and decision making process into a clear, step-by-step system, which can be used whether you're walking, skiing or climbing.

2 10 Dec, 2020

Skills Part 3 - How to Use the SAIS Website

Whether you're heading to the Scottish winter hills to walk, ski or climb, the SAIS website is an essential resource. In part 3 of our series instructor Will Nicholls of Plas y Brenin guides us through the many useful features of the site.

3 Dec, 2020