We offer an introduction to Geocaching in Snowdonia. This is an ideal activity for a family or team-bonding. Its a fun activity where the fun is in the searching. We provide the GPS unit and show you how to do it, after practice on our private course, you can have a go in the real world.


GPS (Global Positioning System) units are hand-held devices that receive signals from multiple satellites and give your position.

Training is provided by Ray Hind a qualified Mountain Leader and Satellite Communications engineer, who will provide the necessary equipment, such as GPS unit, map, compass, and notebook. Nearby are a number of geocaches ideal for first .

An "Introduction to Geocaching" Course will generally consist of:

• Class room session (as short as possible!)
• Practical instruction at Abercelyn Country House
• Practice using nearby geocaches
• Use of equipment to find some of the many "real" geocaches in the surrounding area.

Abercelyn is ideally situated in Snowdonia for Geocaching in the interesting local national park - there are three local mountain ranges (Arenig, Aran, Berwyn) readily accessible and other parts of Snowdonia are a short drive away. The local mountain ranges provide un-crowded walking over a variety of terrain, ranging from farmland, moorland, forest and up-land areas with to peaks approaching 3000 ft.

Also available is quality, award winning accommodation:

• Bed & Breakfast in Abercelyn Country House a 5-Star, former Georgian rectory
• Self-catering traditional cottages at Abercelyn Cottages (4 and 5-Star) for 3, 4 and 6 persons

More information: The Geocaching Website