View from Devil's Point. Photo: Hendrik Morkel on Unsplash.

AB35 5YJ

Accommodation:
Four bedrooms -see below.

Website:
Mar Lodge

Directions via Google Maps/Sat Nav:

Lat/Lon: N56.9917 W3.4889    Postcode: AB35 5YJ

This meet has been cancelled in line with Government advice. Those booked will receive a full refund.

Mar Lodge Estate is made up of more than 29,000 hectares of astonishing Scottish landscape: heather-covered moorland, Caledonian pine forest, towering mountains and the Quoich wetlands, home to wading birds and otters.

There are 15 Munros here (mountains over 914m/3,000ft high), including 4 of the 5 highest mountains in the UK. Plenty of low level walking options as well and the beautiful ancient pinewoods are home to red squirrels and pine martens as well as birds such as the crossbill and black grouse.

We have exclusive use of Mar Lodge Base Camp situated 4 miles west of Braemar, offering easy access to the Cairngorms. There are four bedrooms - two four-bedded, one two-bedded (all bunk beds) and one room with two single beds and an en-suite with toilet and shower. There is a fully-equipped kitchen, sitting room, dining room, drying room, showers, toilets and oil-fired central heating. Click link above for a downloadable PDF file.

HOW TO BOOK - booking form in 'Members Area' or see 'How to Join'. A reserve list will operate when meets are full - please email the Meet Booking Secretary with your contact number if you wish to go on the list.

Links:

https://www.walkhighlands.co.uk/cairngorms/braemar.shtml

https://www.nts.org.uk/visit/places/mar-lodge-estate

Closing date for booking on this meet:

May 02, 2020

Latest cancellation date for members booked on this meet:

Mar 28, 2020

Dolgoch Hostel. Photo copyright Elenydd Wilderness Hostels Trust

SY25 6NR

Accommodation:
See details below.

Website:
Dolgoch Hostel

Directions via Google Maps/Sat Nav:

Lat/Lon: N52.191 W3.7476    Postcode: SY25 6NR

This meet has been cancelled in line with Government advice. Those booked will receive a full refund.

We have exclusive use of this unique hostel located in the secluded Tywi valley in the heart of the remote Cambrian Mountains in Wales.There are a range of walks from the door or within a short drive, from the gentle to the challenging. The Cambrian Way passes nearby and there are many mountain tracks to explore on foot or by mountain bike. The hostel is well suited to bird-watching with red kites frequently seen in the skies above the hostel.

A stay in this 17th century farmhouse takes us into an era before electricity. Solar panels provide hot water for the taps and showers with LED lighting downstairs (the three dormitories are unlit). There is a well equipped kitchen (no fridge), a dining room and a cosy common room with a wood burner.

HOW TO BOOK - booking form in 'Members Area' or see 'How to Join'. A reserve list will operate when meets are full - please email the Meet Booking Secretary with your contact number if you wish to go on the list.

Links:

http://www.elenydd-hostels.co.uk/en/things-do/walking

Closing date for booking on this meet:

Jun 12, 2020

Little Langdale Cottage. Photo: copyright Fylde MC

Accommodation:
See details below.

Website:
Little Langdale Cottage

This meet is under review in line with Government advice.

Lots of classic walks within easy reach of this club hut. See link below.

Two dormitories sleeping 6 and 10. Fully equipped kitchen. Dining room. Two x WC and two x showers. Large drying room.

HOW TO BOOK - booking form in 'Members Area' or see 'How to Join'. A reserve list will operate when meets are full - please email the Meet Booking Secretary with your contact number if you wish to go on the list.

Links:

https://www.walklakes.co.uk/walks.html?s=Little+Langdale,+Cumbria&e=331500&n=503500

Closing date for booking on this meet:

Jul 10, 2020

Dinas Lake. Credit: Alun Davies Pixabay.

Ynysgain,
Girlguiding Cymru Residential Centre,
Criccieth,
Gwynedd.
LL52 0SA

Accommodation:
See below.

Website:
Ty Ni Farmhouse

Directions via Google Maps/Sat Nav:

Lat/Lon: N52.918 W4.2555    Postcode: LL52 0SA

This meet is under review in line with Government advice.

Part of a complex on the coast at Criccieth owned by Girl Guiding Cymru, our base is Ty Ni, a well equipped farmhouse. Under half an hour's drive to Croesor or Beddgelert for some old favourites including Cnicht, Moel Hebog or perhaps part of the Slate Trail. On return it is then only a five minute evening stroll to the beach for shells, seabirds and seals.

Ty Ni has three bedrooms, two with sea views: Bedroom 1 – three bunk beds (6 pers); Bedroom 2 - three bunk beds (6 pers); Bedroom 3 – two bunk beds (4 pers). Bathroom with two WCs and three shower cubicles. Separate WC on landing. Sitting room with easy chairs and separate dining room. Central heating throughout.

HOW TO BOOK - booking form in 'Members Area' or see 'How to Join'. A reserve list will operate when meets are full - please email the Meet Booking Secretary with your contact number if you wish to go on the list.

Links:

https://www.walkingbritain.co.uk/walk-1127-description

https://www.mudandroutes.com/snowdonia-walks-from-beddgelert-and-nant-gwynant/

https://www.snowdoniaslatetrail.org/english.html

Closing date for booking on this meet:

Aug 14, 2020

Walking in the Costa Blanca. Photo: Gentian MC

Finca Bovalar,
CV-70,
Barony of Polop,
Spain

Accommodation:
See below

Website:
Casa Rural Bovalar

Directions via Google Maps/Sat Nav:

Lat/Lon: N38.6251 W0.1431

Trip notes and special booking form available in members section.

Better known for the delights of Benidorm, the Costa Blanca is ideal walking country in Autumn with sunshine but not too hot, plentiful hikes of all grades, a few scrambles and infinite sport climbing. There is easy access from Alicante airport which has frequent budget flights from all parts of the UK. Some use of hire cars will be essential - see Trip Notes.

Some possible walks/scrambles are listed below and the aim is to have at least two options each day. Other activities may include via ferrata and canyoning (plus chilling out by the pool).

Hard - Bernia West Summit - steep ascent and descent with exposed scrambling then along a narrow ridge protected by chains. Height gain 510m. Distance 8km.

Moderate - Bolulla Castle - along ancient mule tracks to a ruined castle. Height gain 520m. Distance 8km.

Easy - Collado de Garga - tracks and forest roads for spectacular views. Height gain 275m. Distance 6km.

Rest day - by the pool with the Kindle and/or a trip to the beach at Altea with a tapas lunch in the old town.

We have exclusive use of an air conditioned luxury villa overlooking the bay of Altea - eight bedrooms (mainly twin), eight bathrooms, private garden with sun terraces and outdoor dining, swimming pool and tennis court. See pics on the accommodation link above.

HOW TO BOOK - trip notes and special booking form in 'Members Area' or see 'How to Join'. A reserve list will operate when meets are full - please email the Meet Booking Secretary with your contact number if you wish to go on the list.

Links:

https://www.walksinspain.org/wordpress/walks/costa-blanca/

https://costablancamountainfriends.com/

http://www.climb-europe.com/RockClimbingSpain/Costa-Blanca.html

http://bobandjeanhall.blogspot.com/

Closing date for booking on this meet:

Sep 19, 2020

Latest cancellation date for members booked on this meet:

Aug 15, 2020

Lakes View. Photo: Roland Waddilove, Pixabay

Rydal Hall,
Ambleside,
Cumbria.
LA22 9LX

Accommodation:
See details below.

Website:
Rydal Hall Bunkhouse

Directions via Google Maps/Sat Nav:

Lat/Lon: N54.4487 W2.98    Postcode: LA22 9LX

More information

Located between Ambleside and Grasmere this comfortable modern bunkhouse is well situated for local peaks including Hellvellyn and the Fairfield Horseshoe starts from the front door. Plenty of low level options too including the 'Coffin Route' between Ambleside and Grasmere (see link below).

On Saturday evening we will dine out at Low Wood Bay Resort and Spa with a three course meal (veggie, vegan and gluten-free options will be available). The cost is included in the meet price. Subsidized return transport will be arranged (cash payment required on the night).

Four dorms of which two are en-suite. Central heating. Comfortable lounge with sofas and wood burner.

HOW TO BOOK - booking form in 'Members Area' or see 'How to Join'. A reserve list will operate when meets are full - please email the Meet Booking Secretary with your contact number if you wish to go on the list.

Links:

https://www.mudandroutes.com/best-walks-from-grasmere/

https://englishlakes.co.uk/low-wood-bay/

Closing date for booking on this meet:

Oct 16, 2020

Photo credit: Andrew Martin from Pixabay

Website:
Improve your navigation

This free workshop will run on the Saturday of the Dinner Meet and is suitable for both beginners and those with more experience. It will start directly from our accommodation and involve a day 'on the hill' with the opportunity to practice various navigational techniques.

Topics covered will include:

*taking and walking on bearings
*contour interpretation
*feature recognition
*pacing and timing

Please disregard the '1 night' above. There is no night navigation and the event will finish in good time to get back to our accommodation before the AGM and Annual Dinner. Book by emailing the Meet Booking Secretary. A reserve list will operate when this event is full.

Links:


https://www.mountain-training.org/publications/navigation

Closing date for booking on this meet:

Oct 17, 2020

Yorkshire Dales in Winter. Photo: Gentian MC.

Pinecroft,
Ingleton,
North Yorkshire,
LA6 3DP
LA6 3DP

Accommodation:
Three

Website:
Holly Lodge

Directions via Google Maps/Sat Nav:

Lat/Lon: N54.1417 W2.4618    Postcode: LA6 3DP

More Information

A long weekend at Holly Lodge just a mile outside Ingleton in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales and Three Peaks country. Ingleborough, Whernside and Pen-y-Ghent are all accessible together with easier options such as the spectacular waterfalls of the Rivers Doe and Twiss.

Underfloor heating throughout. Bedroom one is a double room with an en suite shower and wc. Bedroom two is a twin room and bedroom three is a family room sleeping four people in twin and bunk beds. There is a family bathroom with bath, separate shower and wc. The large dining kitchen is equipped with everything needed for self-catering including a range cooker and dishwasher. The lounge has soft seating, a TV with free view satellite channels and a CD/DVD player plus free wi-fi. Holly Lodge has its own parking area. Nearby: outdoor pool closed but cafes, pubs, bakery, climbing wall and gear shops in Ingleton (1m).

HOW TO BOOK - booking form in 'Members Area' or see 'How to Join'. A reserve list will operate when meets are full - please email the Meet Booking Secretary with your contact number if you wish to go on the list.

Links:

https://www.yorkshiredales.org.uk/things-to-do/get-outdoors/yorkshire-three-peaks/

Snowdon. Photo credit: Drew Collins on Unsplash.

Plas y Brenin,
Capel Curig,
Conwy,
Wales.
LL24 0ET

Accommodation:
See below.

Website:
Moelwyn Bunkhouse

Directions via Google Maps/Sat Nav:

Lat/Lon: N53.1024 W3.9184    Postcode: LL24 0ET

Confirmed but bookings for this meet are not open yet. NB date change.

Situated in the heart of Snowdonia, the bunkhouse is part of the Plas y Brenin National Mountaineering Centre complex at Capel Curig. There is easy access to Moel Siabod from the door of the bunkhouse or a short car journey to the foot of Snowden or the mountains of the Ogwen valley.

* Three bedrooms - all bunks - one 2 pers, one four pers, one 10 pers.
* Three shower rooms.
* Central heating throughout.
* Drying room in main building.
* Real ale bar serving meals on site plus climbing wall.

HOW TO BOOK - booking form in 'Members Area' or see 'How to Join'. A reserve list will operate when meets are full - please email the Meet Booking Secretary with your contact number if you wish to go on the list.

Links:

https://www.ukhillwalking.com/articles/destinations/winter_walks_in_northern_snowdonia-3170

Approaching Ben Lui. Photo: TGMC

Crianlarich,
Tyndrum,
Stirlingshire
FK20 8RU

Accommodation:
See below.

Website:
Kirkton Farmhouse

Directions via Google Maps/Sat Nav:

Lat/Lon: N56.4192 W4.6603    Postcode: FK20 8RU

Confirmed but bookings for this meet are not open yet.

OPTIONAL WINTER SKILLS TRAINING. If there is sufficient interest, the Club will arrange a one day Winter Skills training event on this meet. This could be run at either Introductory or Intermediate level. If interested, please note on your booking form.

Kirkton farmhouse is located on the A82, three miles north-west of Crianlarich, on a working farm, surrounded by spectacular mountain views. Lots of Munros in the area including Ben Challum from the front door plus easier walking on sections of the West Highland Way.

Large self-catering farmhouse with double glazed windows and oil central heating. Five bedrooms. Comfortable lounge with log burner, Sky television, DVD player and WiFi. Open plan dining room and kitchen which has electric cooker, microwave, kettle, toaster, dishwasher, washing machine, dryer, fridge and freezer. Newly refurbished bathroom with shower, WC and 2 shower rooms. Five bedrooms. Room 1 - twin; Room 2 - three singles; Room 3 - two singles and one double; Room 4 - one single and a double; Room 5 -twin.

HOW TO BOOK - booking form in 'Members Area' or see 'How to Join'. A reserve list will operate when meets are full - please email the Meet Booking Secretary with your contact number if you wish to go on the list.

Links:

https://www.walkhighlands.co.uk/argyll/tyndrum.shtml

Closing date for booking on this meet:

Jan 23, 2021

Latest cancellation date for members booked on this meet:

Dec 19, 2020

Half Way lochan on Ben Nevis. Photo: SupportITNI on Pixabay.

Accommodation:
See details below.

Website:
Ivy Cottage, Nr Spean Bridge

Directions via Google Maps/Sat Nav:

Lat/Lon: N56.9033 W5.0047

Confirmed but bookings for this meet are not open yet.

Set in 120 acres by the River Lochy and ten minutes from Fort William, this comfortable accommodation lies in an area packed with walking at all levels (see link below). For Munro baggers the mountain ranges of the Grey Corries, Easains and Creag Meagaidh group lie alongside the A86. For geologists, the Glen Roy National Nature Reserve is close-by and there you may also see red deer, ravens, buzzards and the occasional golden eagle. To the south is Corrour railway station for a circuit of the remote Loch Ossian. The East Highland Way long distance route passes nearby.

* Six twin bedrooms.
* Comfortable lounge with settees and armchairs.
* Two bath rooms with bath, shower and toilet plus shower room with toilet and extra WC off drying room.
* Underfloor heating throughout and open fire in lounge.
* Large drying room.
* Wifi.

HOW TO BOOK - booking form in 'Members Area' or see 'How to Join'. A reserve list will operate when meets are full - please email the Meet Booking Secretary with your contact number if you wish to go on the list.

Links:

https://www.walkhighlands.co.uk/fortwilliam/spean-bridge.shtml

https://www.nature.scot/enjoying-outdoors/scotlands-national-nature-reserves/glen-roy-national-nature-reserve

Closing date for booking on this meet:

May 08, 2021

Latest cancellation date for members booked on this meet:

Apr 10, 2021

Pyrenees. Photo credit: Daniel Nebreda at Pixabay.

36 Avenue Jean Jaurès,
31110 Bagnères-de-Luchon FRANCE

Accommodation:
See details below.

Website:
Gite Le Lutin

Directions via Google Maps/Sat Nav:

Lat/Lon: N42.7922 E0.5864

Confirmed but bookings for this meet are not open yet.

In the heart of the Pyrenees with 400 km of trails at all levels and other activities including road cycling, MTB, white water rafting, canyoning, climbing, mountaineering, caving, paragliding... For a day off the town has a swimming pool, golf, tennis, mini golf.

The gite is about a 10 minute walk from the centre of town. Five twin rooms (shared facilities) and four double rooms (all en suite). Comfortable lounge with TV, DVD and wifi. Dining room. Garage with bicycle workshop and drying room.

Links:

https://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/Hotel_Review-g4662666-d4994880-Reviews-Gite_Le_Lutin-Bagneres_de_Luchon_Haute_Garonne_Occitanie.html

https://www.france-voyage.com/tourism/bagneres-luchon-875.htm

https://www.france-voyage.com/activities/bagneres-de-luchon-commune-10026.htm