Category Archives: Activities

Snowdonia Mountain Walks

Posted on January 13, 2019 by snowmin

When most of us think of holidays, we see them as a great time to kick back and relax whilst spending time away from our usual day-to-day activities. For some though, the thought of lying on a beach with a … Continue reading →

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Zip World Titan: The Next Best Summer Activity

Posted on July 1, 2018 by snowmin

The fantastic Zip World in Snowdonia opened a new site called Zip World Titan in June. This is situated closely to the mining town of Blaenau Ffestiniog at Llechwedd Slate Caverns, which is only 40 minutes from the Bethesda site … Continue reading →

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Arctic Charr reintroduced to Llyn Padarn in Wildlife Conservation Effort

Posted on December 1, 2017 by snowmin

Llanberis’s famous Llyn Padarn has long been the home of a shoal of arctic Charr, these rare and special fish are believed to have remained in this region since the ice age, and thus are an integral part of the … Continue reading →

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The Brutal Triathlon – Llanberis – Lake Padarn September 2017

Posted on August 11, 2017 by snowmin

Brutal Events is coming to Llanberis to host an extreme and awesome triathlon. This starts on the shores of Lake Padarn with the swimming section, before going through some stunning scenery via bicycle, and over some challenging hills. Finally the … Continue reading →

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Snowdonia Sights & Activities

Posted on November 28, 2016 by snowmin

Looking for an adventurous holiday in Snowdonia National Park? Holiday parks in Bala are in the ideal location for you to explore this famed national park. The winter chill might be setting in but there are still plenty of activities … Continue reading →

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Three Peaks Challenge 2017

Posted on October 27, 2016 by snowmin

Take on the 3 peaks challenge 2017 and attempt to climb 3 of the highest mountains in Scotland, England and Wales…within 24 hours! This challenge consists of a total of 40 kilometres and 2984m of ascent. The current fastest record … Continue reading →

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National Three Peaks Challenge

Posted on August 11, 2015 by snowmin

The National Three peaks challenge involves scaling the highest peak in each of England, Wales and Scotland often done within a time limit of 24 hours. There are different ways to take part in this challenge, through both self-organised groups … Continue reading →

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Are You Prepared to Take on the Snowdon Challenge?

Posted on January 27, 2015 by snowmin

Are you feeling adventurous this year or perhaps want to try something completely new? Adventurous Ewe has the perfect task for you and that is the Snowdon Challenge. This exciting, exhilarating, yet rewarding challenge involves a number of active adventures. This … Continue reading →

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DHFfest 2014

Posted on July 11, 2014 by snowmin

The second of annual festival of its kind at Antur Stiniog Mountainbike Track. A downhill mountain bike race down one of their famous tracks. With a maximum of 300 riders blasting down the hill at full speed in a number … Continue reading →

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Lodges in Snowdonia Ready for Wet Sounds

Posted on March 7, 2014 by snowmin

Love music and swimming and want the perfect event which celebrates them both? If you’re staying in lodges in Snowdonia, there’s one of the many great activities in Snowdonia which could be right up your street for this March 7th. … Continue reading →

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