Five Hampshire Outdoor Centres activities you’ll only find at Argoed Lwyd

All of our centres are hubs of adventure and education. Whether your pupils want to explore the countryside through orienteering or build their teamwork skills on the high ropes, there’s truly something for everyone. There are however five of our activities that are exclusively available at Argoed Lwyd Outdoor Education Centre.

Set within the astonishing Bannau Brycheiniog National Park (formerly Brecon Beacons) in South Wales, Argoed Lwyd offers a unique backdrop for students to engage with the outdoors and develop their skills. Walk through waterfalls, conquer Pen y Fan and explore caves under the supervision of our expert instructors.

Read on to find out more about five of our exciting experiences.

Real caving

Head underground and uncover the twists and turns of the Welsh caves. Spot fossils, stalactites, and stalagmites as you wriggle through the caverns, guided by our expert instructors. Caving gives your students a chance to have fun and try new challenges that will help them learn to communicate with and trust their classmates. Tunnel walking is also available for younger and more anxious students.

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Mountain walking

Explore the extraordinary Welsh countryside on a mountain adventure . As your students ascend the peaks, they’ll discover the beauty of the natural world, develop map reading skills, and learn about mountain safety. Enjoying time outdoors , including trying new things, is beneficial to children’s development. So why not give your students a trip to remember as they traverse mountains in Bannau Brycheiniog National Park?

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Real rock climbing

Reach new heights as your students scale the natural cliff-face . Even from the first steps off the floor to new confident climbing, rock climbing is an exciting way for students to build their confidence as they face their fears. It’s a great way to enjoy the fresh air and try something new.

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Gorge walking

Develop your students’ communication and teambuilding skills as they work together to navigate through waterfalls, scale large boulders and wade through a mountain stream. While the activity pushes them out of their comfort zone, it’s a wonderful way to build trust in their peers by helping them conquer the challenges as a group.

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Waterfall walks

Enjoy an invigorating walk to Sgwd Isaf Clun-gwyn or Blaen y Glyn and experience the great power of the 30-metre-high waterfalls. Not only will seeing the majesty of the waterfall for the first time create a lasting impression of nature’s beauty , but it will inspire a sense of adventure and confidence for your students.

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