September Hill Walking event
19th September 2025, 18:30 - 21st September 2025

Cost | £35 with transport / £18 own transport | |
Age Limit | Scouts 14+, Explorers, Network and all section leaders also welcome | |
Accommodation | Camping Plas Dolygaer Scout Centre, Brecon Beacons / Bannau Brycheiniog | |
Catering | Self-catered | |
Places available | 16 | |
Depart on | Friday 19th at 18.30 | |
Return on | Sunday 21st ~ 21.00 | |
Transport | Minibus | |
Rendezvous at | Hopehill, Meopham | |
Applications close | 29th August | |
Confirmation by | 31st August (via email) | |
Event organiser | ||
Applications for this event are now closed | All adults must check on the Scout website that their Mandatory Ongoing Training is up-to-date before applying. If your training is not current then you will not be allowed to join the event (and may lose your payment) |
Plas Dolygaer Scout Centre is our base, deep in the Brecon Beacons on the edge of the Pontsticill Reservoir with easy access to both the classic Beacons Horseshoe (Including Pen-y-Fan) or the hills and waterfalls above Talybont. The beautiful Ystradfellte waterfalls are also a short drive away and a great option for Sunday morning.
Experienced, authorised adults will be in charge of each walking group (4 – 8 people) and the informal training will include [winter] walking skills, route planning, route choice, navigation, leadership and teamwork. The weekend typically provides a full day in the hills on Saturday and a half-day on Sunday before returning home at around 14.00.
All meals must be provided by the participants: two breakfasts, Saturday evening dinner and packed lunches for both days, as well as food (or money) for the two journeys. The minibus will stop during during each journey at motorway service areas. There are no shops in the immediate area.
SUGGESTED KIT LIST
A more comprehensive list will be provided with your confirmation email and IMC will provide any technical and group equipment. Please see the IMC Gear Guide for a more kit and footwear information or contact the organiser if you are still unsure.
Map required is: OL12 Brecon Beacons, Western area
All activities are provided under Scout Association POR for adventurous activities. Risk assessments can be viewed here.