snowdon

Snowdon & Wild Swimming Weekend 2027

Pen Y Pass, Snowdonia
11th to 13th June 2027

Know Before You Go

Activities

Hiking - Wild Swimming

Difficulty Level

Challenging

Meals

Breakfast & Optional Evening Meals

Leader/s

Joe & Meg

Number of Nights

2 nights

Price £249.00

Come and join Women Outdoors on our guided Snowdon hike (or Yr Wyddfa to use its Welsh name) for a challenging but rewarding opportunity to gain some perspective on this remarkable landscape. See spectacular views with our expert Mountain Leader teaching you all about the mountain, its plants, conservation and it’s history.

A detailed itinerary will be sent to all booked guests before the event, with all details needed to attend the weekend. There will also be a WhatsApp group set up prior the event so you ladies can organise car share and get chatting before the weekend trip!

Key Information

♥ 2 x Nights accommodation

♥ 2 x All you can eat breakfasts

♥ Guided hike up Snowdon with qualified Mountain Leaders

♥ Saturday games night

♥ Wild swimming (optional)

♥ WhatsApp Group to connect with other ladies attending the weekend trip

♥ Support prior the event with any questions and advise you may need to complete the hike

 Challenging Hikes

This trip has been graded challenging

Challenging hikes are great for people with who have half days outdoor walking experience or who have a good level of fitness. To see a full description of our grading click here

YHA Snowdon Pen-Y Pass
 
Pen-Y Pass YHA has dramatic and breath taking views of the mountains landscapes. Newly refurbed the accommodation is at the foot of Snowdon with a fantastic restaurant and bar. Women Outdoor ladies will have private rooms with a maximum of 6 ladies per room.

Itinerary 

Day 1 Friday 

From 5pm onwards: Check in to the accommodation, meet one of your Mountain Leaders, and connect with your fellow Women Outdoors guests. Can’t get there until later? No problem – the last check-in is 10pm, so you can still join us!

7.30pm: Dinner at YHA Pen-Y Pass. If you will arrive in time for dinner an evening meals can either be ordered (We will collect your order & dietary requirements prior to the weekend) or alternatively you can cook your own meal in the fully equipped self catering kitchen. A menu will be sent out prior to the event.

8.00pm: Get to know each other, relax with a book or head to the bar!

Day 2 Saturday 

Snowdon Route

Difficulty Level: Challenging (for our difficulty level descriptions CLICK HERE)

Distance: 7.7 miles

Elevation: 911m (2990ft)

Time: 6-7 hours (9am – 3-4pm)

7.15am: All you can eat breakfast at YHA Pen Y Pass

8.00am: A welcome and brief from your Mountain Leaders, Joe & Megan

8.15am: Set off for the climb up Snowdon. The hike will be  approximately 6 hours (including a stop for lunch).

2-3pm: Back to YHA Pen Y Pass to shower and celebrate completing the days climb! You’ll have time to relax, head to the bar, or you may even want to take a 10 minute drive to lake Padarn for a wild swim.

5.30pm – Quiz time! Winner will win a prize!

6.30pm: Dinner. Evening meals can either be ordered (We will collect your order & dietary requirements prior to the weekend) or alternatively you can cook your own meal in the fully equipped self catering kitchen. A menu will be sent out prior to the event.

Day 3 Sunday

7.30am: All you can eat breakfast at YHA Pen Y Pass

8.15am: Check out and head to Llanberis for wild swimming

10am: Time to say our goodbyes & depart!

The WhatsApp group will remain open so people can stay in touch with each other and arrange meets ups.

Paddleboarding Padarn

Meet your amazing Women Outdoors leaders! 

  • Joe – our resident foraging and alpine flower expert, ready to share his love of wild plants and hidden Peak District gems. 

  • Meg – our “girl power” Mountain Leader, bringing energy, adventure, and plenty of encouragement to every step of the hike.  

With this dream team guiding you, adventure, learning, and laughter are guaranteed!

👉 To learn more about them, visit https://womenoutdoors.co.uk/about-us/

Here is everything you’ll need for your adventure, including our recommended kit list. CLICK HERE to view the full packing list.

Option 1: Pay in full £249

Option 2: Pay instalments

› 1st instalment 25% deposit (£62.25).

› 2nd instalment, the remaining balance (£186.75), due 90 days prior the event.

Your second payment will automatically be taken from your account on the date shown in your order (90 days prior the trip).

You’ll receive a reminder 30 days, 7 days and 3 days before the payment is due, so you’ll always know when your payment is coming up.

Deposits & instalments are non-refundable. Once you book, your payments are used to secure accommodation and other event costs,  which we have to pay in advance and can’t recover if you cancel.

We strongly recommend taking out suitable insurance to cover you if you’re unable to attend due to injury, illness or other unforeseen circumstances.

Private Room Options

Private rooms may be available for the two-night stay, subject to availability.If you’d like to request a private room, please contact us emma.winter@womenoutdoorsuk.com and we’ll confirm availability and the additional cost with you. We recommend getting in touch as soon as possible, as private rooms and accommodation can book up quickly.

By booking or participating in a trip or event with us you are agreeing to the Women Outdoors Terms & Conditions

Deposits & instalments are non-refundable. Once you book, your payments are used to secure accommodation and other event costs,  which we have to pay in advance and can’t recover if you cancel.

We strongly recommend taking out suitable insurance to cover you if you’re unable to attend due to injury, illness or other unforeseen circumstances.

Your Exclusive Summit Crew T-Shirt!

Complete all three of our National Peaks trips — Scafell Pike, Ben Nevis and Snowdon — and you’ll earn your very own exclusive Women Outdoors Summit Crew T-shirt, completely FREE!

You can complete the three peaks in one season or spread them out over several years — there’s no rush. It’s our way of celebrating what an absolute legend you are for conquering the UK’s highest peaks!  And best of all, your Summit Crew tee is made from 100% organic cotton, designed with comfort and the planet in mind. 

You’ll only get one by completing all three peaks with us, making it a pretty special badge of honour!

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