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This Group is our Main Meetup group on meetup.com about Adventure Hiking and Mountaineering.
We have 2 other sister Groups Which can be found at the following Links:
Check out Adventure Hiking
https://www.meetup.com/adventureHiking
Check out Adventure Hiking London
https://www.meetup.com/adventureHikingLondon
It's about the love of Adventure and Hiking.
Adhere to the following Rules to avoid getting banned from this meetup group:
1. Show your real face and your real name on your profile so that you can be identified on the day of an event for health and safety reasons.
2. You must be above the age of 18 to Participate.
3. Only RSVP for an event if you know that you are 100% committed to attend.
No-shows will be banned from this Meetup group. If you RSVP attending and fail to attend then you are a no-show or a time-waster which will result in a permanent ban from this Meetup group.
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South Wales Brecon Beacons Pen-Y-Fan highest peak in SW + 3 other popular peaks
HAMMERSMITH TUBE STATION ( Dictrict & Piccadilly line Exits ), Broadway Shoping Centre, Hammersmith, London W6 9YE, GB🙏 Read Carefully before you RSVP to avoid disappointment.
ATTENTION This event is non-profit. Calculated just to cover the expenses for hosting the event such as transport and accommodation and Food to facilitate the trip plus £10 hike guide fee. You can attend this event for Free without paying the package price of £199 ... just sort out your own transportation details and accommodation and join the hike and pay a £10 hike guide fee on the day of the event.
RSVP is no Guarantee that you can Participate. Contact the host Via WhatsApp to find out how you can secure your spot.
Event is advertised on 0ther Meetup groups and other websites so we may sell out faster than expected.
££ WhatsApp: 07590919391 or send e-mail Via Meetup App direct to the host to arrange your deposit Payment. There is a WhatsApp Room for communication for this event.
4 Free Non-paid Spots Available..... just pay £10 for hiking guide fee.
12 Paid Spots Available. This is for those that want accommodation and transportation costs and food and other logistics to be sorted out by the host. Event Posted on 3 different Meetup Groups. So may sell out fast.
Drivers who bring their cars will receive major benefits and compensation.
Price: £199 ( Covers All Transport + Food + 1 night Hostel Accommodation + Logistical support + Hiking Guide Fee). NON_PROFIT.
Will charge you what it costs to organise and host. There is 0% profit margin for this one. Charging you only what it costs to organise and host. Logistics costs.Max Group Size: 14 to 16 ( 7 Boys + 7 Girls ) Age Restricted: 19-49 years old.
Accommodation: 1 night Hostel Brecon Beacons. Single gender shared dorms. private Dorms Available also as an upgrade at extra cost. Private dorms are normally a bit more expensive than the single gender shared dorms. Speak to Host.
Difficulty LEVEL: Difficult. Good Fitness and Stamina Required. Not for beginners.
The most popular peaks in South Wales are generally considered to be Pen y Fan, Corn Du, and Cribyn, all located within the Brecon Beacons National Park. These peaks are well-known for their hiking trails, stunning views, and historical significance. Pen y Fan, being the highest point in South Wales, is particularly popular among both casual walkers and experienced hikers.
Here's a bit more detail about each:
- Pen y Fan: 886 meters above sea level. Highest peak in south Wales.
As the highest peak in South Wales, Pen y Fan is a must-visit for many. It offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding Brecon Beacons and beyond. There are various routes to the summit, making it accessible to different fitness levels. - Corn Du:
Often climbed in conjunction with Pen y Fan, Corn Du is a flat-topped peak that provides a great vantage point for admiring Pen y Fan's distinctive shape. - Cribyn:
Known for its steep ascent, Cribyn offers a more challenging climb compared to Pen y Fan and Corn Du. It's a popular addition to a hike that includes the other two peaks, providing a different perspective on the landscape. - Fan y Big:
Extremely Famous in south wales. one of the most famous peaks in south wales. Google it or search it on Youtube.
You can search on YouTube all the above names of famous peaks in the Brecon Beacons.
Hiking details:
2 Days of Hiking in South Wales Brecon Beacons National Park.
Saturday: Hike is 12 miles Approx. circular. Difficult. Not for beginners. Steep in some areas. Hilly.
Sunday: 7-9 miles Approx . Will hike up to see some other popular peaks in the Brecon Beacons. Then drive back to London. Will be back in London by 9:00 pm Approx.
Exact Plan:
Saturday:
Meet at 7:30 am outside Hammersmith Tube station. 7:55 am start driving towards the Brecon Beacons designated Car Park.
From car Park start hike at Approx 12:30. TOTAL hike length is 12-13 miles Approx. 7-8 hours. 4 hours up and 4 hours down. Lunch Break at 2 PM.
Total Hike Length for Saturday is 12-13 Miles Approx. 6 miles up and 6 miles down. Steep in some areas. Only for experienced Hikers. Not for beginners. By 8:30 pm will be back at the car park. By 9 pm will arrive at the Hostel to check-in. Must bring your ID with you for checking in at the Hostel. Drivers Licence or Passport.~~~~###
Please ensure you, and all guests in your booking aged 18 and over, have a valid form of photographic ID with you when you check in. You will not be able to check in without it.
~~~~~####You will Cook Dinner at the hostel Kitchen using ingredients provided to you. Have dinner together at the Hostel seating area.
Keep Reading!! it gets easier.
Sunday Plan: ( Set your Alarm Before you sleep!! )
6:30 Am wake up and prepare yourself. Eat Breakfast before 8:00 AM. BreakFast Will be served at the canteen or Kitchen.
8:00 Am prepare Your packed Lunches in the kitchen. for The Sunday Hike.
9:00 Am Check-Out from Hostel. 10:00 Am we will start driving towards another destination where I will take you on another hike in the Brecon Beacons to see another 2-3 popular Peaks in the Brecon Beacons.
These are popular peaks. The Hike will be similar difficulty to Saturday's Hike. The distance will be shorter. Only 8-10 miles Hike on Sunday.
Lunch between 2-3 PM . Packed lunches at 2-3 PM Approx.
By 4:00 pm back in the 3 cars to start driving back to London.
At around 6:00 pm will stop at a Pub or service station on the way for a quick dinner.
By 9:00 pm you arrive at London Hammersmith Station to make your way home using public Transport.Food Arrangements: Full details will be provided via e-mail or WhatsApp group.
Here is what you need to know. Your Breakfast on Saturday Morning is on you. Your lunch and Dinner will be taken care of by the Host.
Packed lunches will be provided by the host. Simple things. Nothing fancy. Your dinner you will prepare at the hostel Kitchen using the ingredients provided. Maybe I will cook the dinner for you before the trip or order takeaways.
Sunday. Your Breakfast and Lunch is provided by the host. Your dinner at around 6 or 7 Pm will be somewhere either a pub or a service stop on the way back to London. Dinner is on you. Breakfast and Lunch is on the host/organiser.WHAT TO BRING:
Yourself and a Smile. Waterproof Hiking shoes. Spare Socks. Snacks to keep you energised.
Towel + shampoo + soap + slippers = for the showers at the hostel. Hostel does not provide.@@ Keep reading so you come prepared. @@
You are not allowed to bring any suitcases or luggage. Just bring your hiking rucksack and one small carrier bag to hold your stuff for the showers at the hostel. As space is limited in the cars.
Must bring Spare socks.
Waterproof Hiking Shoes. Dress appropriately for the weather forecast. Will be slightly wet and muddy in some areas. So bring the right hiking shoes.
Water bottle. 1.5 litre - 2.0 litre minimum.
A packed lunch box. To store your packed lunches.
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MEETING POINT:
Hammersmith Tube Station.
Transport:
Going by Car. Return by car. All Transfers By Car.
ATTENTION:
Our trips will not be cancelled due to weather conditions so please ensure that you do wear and carry appropriate clothing for the weather forecast. A raincoat is advised. It will not rain all day.
We might get 30 minutes of rain. Volume of rainfall expected is more important than probability of rainfall.
100% probability of rainfall doesn't mean it will be raining all day. We Might get less than 30 minutes of rainfall then it stops. But if heavy rainfall is predicted then of course we may cancel or reschedule the event.Terms and conditions:
If you sign up as attending an event and fail to attend then you will be permanently banned from all 3 Meetup groups For time wasting.
Your health insurance and travel insurance is your individual responsibility. The organiser is not held responsible if anything goes wrong or if anyone is injured. By taking part you understand that only you are responsible for your own health and safety.
Your safety and wellbeing is your own individual responsibility.
We provide guidance and guidelines for staying safe and healthy. If you decide not to adhere to the guidelines and guidance given then that is your own responsibility.
This is a hobby group. We do not accept any responsibility for your health and safety. We only give general guidelines on how to stay safe. If you have existing health problems or existing medical problems that might impact your participation in an event then please discuss with the host of an event via email or WhatsApp before you attend an actual event.
Existing medical conditions that may affect your participation in an outdoor event which is physically demanding may be of concern. Please discuss with the host prior to attending an event if you are in any doubt about this.REFUND POLICY
NO REFUND POLICY IF YOU CANCEL. REFUND IS ONLY GIVEN IF WE CANCEL THE EVENT DUE TO UNFORESEEN CIRCUMSTANCES.9 attendees- Pen y Fan: 886 meters above sea level. Highest peak in south Wales.
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