SNOWDONIA
THE LAKE DISTRICT
New friends
Shelter building njoy the spectacular surrounds of the Lake District, from its crystal clear lakes to its towering peaks, on a family holiday course at FSC Blencathra. The Centre occupies a dramatic setting at 300m on a south-facing slope of Blencathra mountain and offers an unparalleled panorama of the Lake District mountains.
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Centre
Course Description
Go Wild in the Lake District
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A fun course combining the John Muir Award with adventure activities and exploration of some of the most beautiful areas in the Lake District.
Adventures in the Lake District
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This course aims to combine the John Muir Award with adventure activities and exploration of some of the most beautiful areas in the Lake District.
Course Title
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Wildlife and Discovery
Creative Family
Active Family
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Young People
Activities
Details
Hill walking Survival skills Canoeing Pond dipping Ghyll scrambling Cave visit
Dates: 17 Aug-21 Aug Activity Rating: *** Age Range: 9-14 Adult Fee: £276 Child Fee: £203
Hill walking Rocky shores Survival skills Canoeing Pond dipping Ghyll scrambling Cave visit Mammal tracking Orienteering
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Ghyll scra mbling
Dates: 21 Aug-28 Aug Activity Rating: *** Age Range: 9-14 Adult Fee: £367 Child Fee: £273
nowdonia's glaciated valleys, cascading rivers and wooded hillsides, full of myths and legends, provide a rugged backdrop for wildlife discovery and adventure activities for all the family to enjoy. Located just outside Betwys-y-coed, the 'gateway' to Snowdonia National Park, FSC Rhyd-y-creuau's family holidays explore this dramatic Welsh landscape.
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Course Title
Centre
Course Description
Family Wildlife Discovery!
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Splash about in streams, wander through woodlands and poke about in rock pools to discover the fantastic variety of life which thrives in the Welsh countryside.
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A unique mix of survival skills, adventurous activities and wildlife discovery designed to challenge and enthuse you about the great outdoors.
Discover Snowdonia!
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An opportunity to make new friends, develop your skills and gain a deeper understanding of Snowdonia...and yourself! Meets the DofE gold requirements for the residential component and John Muir Discovery Award.
Family Wildlife Adventure
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This holiday mixes fun, adventure and wildlife discovery in the beautiful landscape of Snowdonia. Discover spectacular waterfalls and hear some of the fascinating local legends around the campfire.
Family Wilderness Challenge!
Activities
Details
• Rock pooling • Woodland exploration • Minibeast hunts • Bat night • Pond dipping
Dates: 11 Apr-17 Apr 16 Aug-21 Aug Activity Rating: ** Age Range: 5+ Adult Fee: £182 Child Fee: £156
• Climbing and abseiling • Mountain navigation • Gorge scrambling • Overnight expedition
Dates: 26 Jul-31 Jul 09 Aug-14 Aug Activity Rating: *** Age Range: 16-18 Fee: £235
• Mountain climbing • Gorge scrambling • Camp fires
• Rock-climbing • Hill walking • Canoeing
Dates: 11 Apr-17 Apr Activity Rating: *** Age Range: 10+ Adult Fee: £312 Child Fee: £230
Dates: 09 Aug-14 Aug Activity Rating: *** Age Range: 8+ Adult Fee: £312 Child Fee: £230
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