Great video, if people actually take note of your advice then there would be so many fewer rescues. Honestly, its just common sense isn’t it, who in their right mind would go hiking up mountains without the correct gear. I learned something iff your video too today, never heard of the grid reference os app, downloaded it and its bloody great, a must for anyone venturing out on the hills. Love to meet you out there one day with Toby, my border collie would be quite happy with a pal🐾
@wildaboutwales6 ай бұрын
Thank you, Phil. Some people just don't realise how quickly it can go from good to bad. I've seen some sights up there over the years, including a woman climbing to the summit in a pair of high heels. It's a handy app, I've been using it for years and it's never let me down. Yes, it would be great to see you in the hills, and I'm sure they would get along, Toby's very easy going. Take it easy, mate!
@ColinSlocombe5 күн бұрын
Amazing views of the beautiful mountains ⛰️ 😊
@wildaboutwales3 күн бұрын
Thanks, Colin.
@Cowboyrider55Күн бұрын
Brings back memories from my military days tabbing over the Beacons. Might be just under 3000 feet the Fan however in bad weather it can be a very challenging hostile environment. Great video mate.
@andrewleach13238 күн бұрын
The uk is so blessed with beautiful scenery,and it’s free
@wildaboutwales4 күн бұрын
It certainly is, Andrew.
@jk330ci27 күн бұрын
Great video and I like the extra info you give and a bit of history about the area.
@wildaboutwales27 күн бұрын
Thanks, Jason.
@CarlEvz136 ай бұрын
Great video Ryan amazing scenery. Great advice about kit and being prepared for weather changes it’s crazy how fast it can change and how dangerous it can be. Stay safe and take care atb mate 👍🏻
@wildaboutwales6 ай бұрын
Thank you, Carl. Yes, it can be very unpredictable up there, all is needed to stay safe is to go prepared and have some necessary knowledge. Enjoy your Sunday, mate. ATB, Ryan.
@markgriffiths640519 күн бұрын
Great video, priceless knowledge. Plan to do it soon with my son, given a fantastic insight for what's ahead. Thanks.
@wildaboutwales19 күн бұрын
Thanks, Mark, I'm glad you found it helpful. It's a cracking walk. Fingers crossed you get good weather for it.
@stevenmorgan-go7jk6 ай бұрын
Great video mate, as I’ve previously mentioned you do more for marketing Wales than the Welsh tourist board. It is also very informative about kit prep and evacuation planning. 🏴🏴🏴🏴🏴🏴🏴
@wildaboutwales6 ай бұрын
Thanks, buddy!👌🏼 Who'd have ever thought that more than 3 decades later we'd be back in these mountains doing this for the sheer enjoyment of it. How times change, huh!
@stevenmorgan-go7jk6 ай бұрын
@@wildaboutwales very True, however I have made friends for life in the Battalion and looking back at all the memories I had the best time of my life.
@GanderTravels4 ай бұрын
How great to see two old Regimental boys on KZbin, bloody great videos too that have enthused my need to get back walking the hills again for enjoyment rather than have too. Strange how we go back to the places that we once cursed. Dean F
@wildaboutwales4 ай бұрын
@@GanderTravels it's like a mini Regimental reunion here, ha ha. Yes, it's much more enjoyable up those mountains later on in life doing it of your own accord. I doubt you'll remember me, Dean, but I was 10 platoon, Casino Coy in 1989 whilst you were there...a very long time ago now. All the best to you, mate 👍🏼
@GanderTravels4 ай бұрын
@wildaboutwales Ryan. I remember the majority of those young faces who stepped through the gates back then, can't remember last week but can 35 years ago 😀
@owestyo6 ай бұрын
You blow my mind every time. Absolutely cracking video again mate. Toby is blowing out his ar5e but was obviously loving it. He could be the luckiest dog in Wales with his walks 😂
@wildaboutwales6 ай бұрын
He was probably blowing out of his arse because he was pulling me up the mountains 😂 Albeit, he had a great day up there. Thank you and thanks for watching. ATB, Ryan.
@owestyo6 ай бұрын
@@wildaboutwales my springer collie mix does the same. Not sure I would get from a to b without him 🤣
@stevenbunney36216 ай бұрын
Another great informative video. Glad you include the 4 main peaks as part of the circular walk, many leave out Fan Y Big🙈 I’ll be looking for that memorial on my next visit 👍🤓🧐
@wildaboutwales6 ай бұрын
Thank you, buddy! You can't do the horseshoe and miss out on a photo on Fan y Big can you, even if it is your hundredth time up there 😂 Happy trekking, mate 🥾🥾👍🏼
@JamieHarding56 ай бұрын
Nice one Ryan. Good hike and lots of handy good information for people. I think you mixing it up now again with just a walk is good. There's always a flip flop walker going up a mountain. I've seen many out miles in a hike with no water left at all. I always carry a spare for an idiot. You the mountains very well and explained so much. Well done. Liked how you mention the poo bags too. People leave them everywhere. It's such a shame. Nice one butty👋
@wildaboutwales6 ай бұрын
Thank you, Jamie. Yes, I was back up there after this and saw poo bags everywhere on the motorway path, it really boils my piss. I will be introducing other content to the channel, I'm glad you think it's a good idea. Thank you for watching, mate.
@amandakaiviti57496 ай бұрын
this was super Ryan, just what was needed after a worrying time with my sweet farm dog Millie-she looks a lot like Toby! She's blown a cruciate ligament and is on strict rest-not what a busy doggo wants! Amazingly poignant segment about the Spitfire crash, and so much history and useful info-really enjoy the way you put it across. Thanks again Ryan for taking us along on a great day hike! And congrats on your growing numbers!!!
@wildaboutwales6 ай бұрын
Thanks for the kind words, Amanda. So sorry to hear she's not well, it's so worrying when they're ill and you can't help but feel a little helpless. When Toby pulled a muscle a few months back, he had to rest, and that's not good for any active collie. I hope she makes a speedy recovery and can get back to it soon. Take care, Ryan.
@alanvaughan41436 ай бұрын
Another good vid mate ( surprising amount of people there) - Toby looked as though he’d have gone around again ..powerful dog 👍
@wildaboutwales6 ай бұрын
It's very rare you'll get these mountains to yourself these days, Alan. Yes, he's still going strong for an old boy, he loves the mountains. Thanks for watching, mate.
@wobba19816 ай бұрын
Another great video!, my father and I did the exact same route last September. The weather was horrendous! Water running in the wrong direction as the wind was so strong! Haha, we even finished the day off in the same pub (the red cow?) with a home made pie and a stowford press 🍻
@wildaboutwales6 ай бұрын
Thank you, Robert. It's such a great walk, it's still enjoyable in horrendous conditions. You appreciate the pub more afterwards on a bad day up there, especially when the log fire is roaring away. Yes, it was the Red Cow 🍻 ATB, Ryan.
@chrisarnold47096 ай бұрын
Tabbed round there more times than i care to remember! Love how your filming and music choices makes something so evocative. Seen 4 seasons there myself, same as Sennybridge - cross the cattlegrid, chuck goretex on no matter what the weather. Fed up of seeing families and couples trying to get to the top of the Fan without kit, water and in inappropriate clothing and footwear and expecting everyone else to clear up after them. Great video as always 👍 👌
@wildaboutwales6 ай бұрын
Thank you, Chris. That cattle grid used to trigger bad weather as soon as a 4 tonner drove over it, I'm sure of it. ATB, Ryan.
@chrisarnold47096 ай бұрын
Even the DS get caught out sometimes - on my senior course weather turned that bad we had to retreat to Farm 5 for a couple of nights....and that was July ffs 😂. I've also done this horseshoe parking up in Talybont bike hub and extending it to include a wild camp on the way if that's something to consider.
@SharonHabberley6 ай бұрын
Great video again Ryan ❤️
@wildaboutwales6 ай бұрын
Hello, Sharon. I'm glad you enjoyed and thank you for watching. ATB, Ryan.
@adventurescrapbook23326 ай бұрын
Thanks for another fantastic video you really show case Wales, our dog Betty loves watching Toby who is a beautiful dog. He is lucky to have a fab owner such amazing adventures 😊
@wildaboutwales6 ай бұрын
Thanks for the kind comments, it's much appreciated. I'm lucky to have Toby, he's a great companion for the outdoors. Give Betty a pat from me. ATB, Ryan. 🙂
@serkd376 ай бұрын
Very informative video Ryan, the drone shots were great. And you earned that cider I say. ATB Serk
@wildaboutwales6 ай бұрын
I enjoyed it too, Serk! Thanks once again. Take it easy, Ryan.
@pauldavies93606 ай бұрын
Nice interesting video Rye!! Would enjoy seeing more stuff like this but the camps with Toby will always be my favourite.
@wildaboutwales6 ай бұрын
Thanks, Paul, glad you enjoyed. I will be mixing it up and introducing some different content to the channel, but hikes and camping will always be the main topic. It's what I love most.
@michaelhess74146 ай бұрын
Awesome landscape! Poor, old Toby all the time on the leash and you without water of life... Cheers Michael
@wildaboutwales6 ай бұрын
Thanks, Michael. Oh, he does hate being on the leash, but he still had a good day. Thanks for watching. Take it easy, Ryan.
@anyaormroddavisАй бұрын
Great to see the birds eye view! Wish I'd had a drone for my video now! ⛰️🙌🏼
@wildaboutwalesАй бұрын
I just watched your video. You crammed a lot of beauty into a 3.5 min show. That's a cool van 👌🏼
@anyaormroddavis29 күн бұрын
@wildaboutwales ah thank you! Yes, it's a gooden! 🚐
@johncochrane27076 ай бұрын
Fantastic stuff Ryan loved it!!
@wildaboutwales6 ай бұрын
Thanks, John! Glad you enjoyed the video, mate. And Many Thanks for becoming a WAW member 🙂👍🏼
@Happyhiker586 ай бұрын
Fabulous video thank you for sharing and thank you for adding a link to the route, that is so helpful and I've added it to my OS app. This is definitely on my to do list 👍
@wildaboutwales6 ай бұрын
Thank you, @happyhiker58 I'm glad you found the video useful. It's a fantastic walk, I hope you get to do it. Take it easy, Ryan.
@jasongross94586 ай бұрын
What a crackin video Ryan ! Amazing views, thanks for sharing that with us buddy, give Toby a belly rub from me and see you both on the next one 👍🏾👍🏾
@wildaboutwales6 ай бұрын
I sure will, Jason, he'd be grateful for that. Thanks very much, buddy... appreciate it! Take it easy, Ryan.
@Dcreedondecorator6 ай бұрын
Fantastic video again buddy! Excellent footage as always and the informative side is always second to none with plenty of experience behind you. 👏 as always great work buddy!
@wildaboutwales6 ай бұрын
Thank you buddy! Hope you got to chill after your time working away. Take it easy, bro 👌🏼
@dereklawday44026 ай бұрын
Great video! Definitely you show how beautiful Wales is, Diolch from an expatriate 🏴🏴🏴🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦
@wildaboutwales6 ай бұрын
Thank you, Derek. It's good to know you're enjoying the green, green grass of home through the videos. ATB, Ryan.
@chrislonsberry19746 ай бұрын
Great hike! I could tell Toby was enjoying being with you! Here in the States we have the Great Plains which has very few trees but is endless flat country. You have these treeless green mountains which have a beauty all of their own. Beautiful countryside! Really enjoyed the video!
@wildaboutwales6 ай бұрын
Toby loved it as always, he knows these mountains well. I'm glad you enjoyed, Chris. I may be heading back here for a camp soon, a beautiful spot on the side of a mountain. The great plains look so vast. Take it easy. ATB, Ryan.
@mountain01ableАй бұрын
Thank you for all the information. What to take and finding grid ref. Etc. What a lovely walk, beautiful.
@wildaboutwalesАй бұрын
Thank you, Richard. It really is a great walk, probably the best in the National Park. All the best, Ryan.
@neilhunt74526 ай бұрын
Great video Ryan and always good see what you take with you, we are never to old to learn and pick up tips and ideas. Thanks once again.
@wildaboutwales6 ай бұрын
Thank you, Neil. Totally agreed, still learning after all of these years. Thanks for watching, Ryan.
@MarionPattenden5 ай бұрын
Your rucksack tutorial was very helpful. Thank you.
@wildaboutwales5 ай бұрын
Thank you, I'm glad you found it helpful.
@Flint-I6 ай бұрын
Hi Ryan . I really appreciate that you include us on you're adventures . As always cracking view's and content , thank you . ATB Phil
@wildaboutwales6 ай бұрын
It's a pleasure to, Phil, it's nice to share the beauty of Wales off. Thanks and ATB, Ryan.
@nikymorris6 ай бұрын
That was a fantastic looking walk, definitely getting this one under my belt in the next few weeks. Cheers Ryan, as always much appreciated.
@wildaboutwales6 ай бұрын
You won't be disappointed, Niky, it's a beautiful walk. Thanks and ATB, Ryan.
@philipjames2502 ай бұрын
Very useful thank you.
@wildaboutwales2 ай бұрын
Thanks, Phil, glad you found it helpful.
@martinoutdoors69416 ай бұрын
Great video Ryan I’ve done that walk once or twice with a mate of mine we set off from the Storey Arms(?) not the whole horseshoe route. You had better weather then we did 😁👍
@wildaboutwales6 ай бұрын
Thanks, Martin, glad you enjoyed the video. It's a great walk, whichever way you set off from. Hopefully you'll get better weather on your next visit. ATB, Ryan.
@shandhirani75594 ай бұрын
Brilliant! Thank you for taking the time to share 👍🏽🫡
@wildaboutwales4 ай бұрын
Thank you and thanks for watching.
@HotubHobos6 ай бұрын
Great Video WaW thanks for sharing, you get some great video and drone shots, awesome stuff !
@wildaboutwales6 ай бұрын
Thank you and thanks for watching! It's much appreciated. ATB, Ryan.
@gromlynne35506 ай бұрын
Diolch Ryan and Toby. Absolutely stunning drone footage. Tips on what to take noted and grid ref finder app🙏
@wildaboutwales6 ай бұрын
Thank you, Lynne. I'm glad you found the tips helpful. All the best to you, Ryan & Toby 🙂
@DavidMoody-t6q3 ай бұрын
Great advice. Thank you for another informative video
@wildaboutwales3 ай бұрын
Thank you, David.
@whichypoohs6 ай бұрын
GREAT video. Thank you so much 😊
@wildaboutwales6 ай бұрын
Thanks, Heather. Glad you enjoyed it. ATB, Ryan.
@summit_two_sea_outdoors2 ай бұрын
Great video, really enjoyed it. Definitely one to add to the “to do list”. We look forward to seeing more of your adventures! Liked 👍🏼 and subscribed from a fellow KZbinr 👌
@wildaboutwales2 ай бұрын
Thanks for the sub, and welcome to the channel! Yes, it's definitely worth ticking this walk off, it's one of the best in the National Park. All the best to you, Ryan.
@robertthomas88596 ай бұрын
Brilliant video, 2 for 1,good information and entertaining 👏
@wildaboutwales6 ай бұрын
Thanks, Robert. Glad you enjoyed it 👍🏼
@conlew49756 ай бұрын
Class video! I did this loop in poor weather, didn’t get to see these views!
@wildaboutwales6 ай бұрын
Thank you. It's a great walk and the views are spectacular. Fingers crossed you'll get better weather next time. ATB, Ryan.
@jasonsandry48926 ай бұрын
Great advice and another great clip !
@wildaboutwales6 ай бұрын
Thank you, Jason 👍🏼
@rp81646 ай бұрын
4:29 I was on Waun Fach on this day (April 11th), looking at the blizzard rolling in towards me from Pen-Y-Fan way. Literally 4 seasons in one day 😂
@wildaboutwales6 ай бұрын
It was a crazy experience being in the mountains that day. As it headed towards me from the east, I remember seeing a gang of lads dressed in nothing but shorts and t-shirts heading for Fan y Big, they must've had a shock 😂 Thanks for watching. ATB, Ryan.
@Welshdave746 ай бұрын
Nice one 🏴🏴
@wildaboutwales6 ай бұрын
Thanks, bud!
@GreyGhost.6 ай бұрын
very underrated channel imho.
@wildaboutwales6 ай бұрын
Thank you, Paul. I haven't been going long, but getting there slowly. ATB, Ryan.
@GreyGhost.6 ай бұрын
@@wildaboutwales Great channel Ryan .... cheers from Cornwall.
@122popey2 ай бұрын
Thoroughly enjoyed watching that video , well done butty im going for the trek tomoz , have you got a postcode for the car park please 👌
@wildaboutwales2 ай бұрын
Thanks, mate, glad you enjoyed it. There's no postcode as it's so remote, also for some reason it's not on Google maps anymore. I have put a six figure grid reference in the description for it, and I'll leave a link for the reservoir with this comment - just head for the res and you'll pass the car park. Have a good one. maps.app.goo.gl/eY4ehd6jUkijAa7z7
@122popey2 ай бұрын
@wildaboutwales thanks alot bud much appreciated 👍
@garphykeks6 ай бұрын
That gives me the heebygeebys pal! Selection (failed😢) '76. Went back up on in '19 with our lass. Can't believe I made such a fuss😂 Lovely vid bro. Well played indeed Ryan🫡
@wildaboutwales6 ай бұрын
Good on you for going forward for selection, Marty, it takes a special breed of man to even apply for it. I know a few good men who have failed it, and some also succeed. It's definitely more enjoyable up there as a civilian though 😂 Thank you, mate. Take it easy, Ryan.
@Globetrotter-16 ай бұрын
SAS exercises up there when I trained in the military in '75. 'Peace of piss' as the lads used to say 😂 Now at 66 I still trek up those mountains, and sleep on the top without a tent in winter; but prefer to steer clear of the main paths and just climb directly up the steepest sides and then straight down the trackless slopes. The water in the streams is sweet and pure, so never need to filter. The biggest negative aspect of that region is the terrible erosion from millions of feet each year, which can clearly be seen during the drone video.
@wildaboutwales6 ай бұрын
@@Globetrotter-1 I remember our platoon going out for a heavy night once, and they sprung an unexpected tab on us in the morning, up and over those mountains with sore heads - the best hangover cure ever 😂 Yes, I often head for the quieter routes, I don't like the hustle and bustle up there myself.
@phoenixstargazing3 ай бұрын
Doing the pen fan and cribyn tomorrow 😊
@wildaboutwales3 ай бұрын
Glorious weather for it! Enjoy and have a good one 🌞
@phoenixstargazing3 ай бұрын
@@wildaboutwales I will indeed, cheers 🍻
@amb19676 ай бұрын
Another great video Ryan, great to know that it's best done clockwise. Great blurring on those MTP clad guys faces lol. What footwear you using on this one, I'm not loving my Berghaus shoes and looking at Altra lone peak 8, any comments appreciated?
@wildaboutwales6 ай бұрын
Thank you, mate. Yes, most people seem to prefer the clockwise route, the views seem to be better as well, as you approach the summits. I'm wearing my Columbia Peakfreak ll boots, they're the best pair of summer boots I've owned tbh. Super comfy, a good grip, and tough and sturdy. I've walked over 350 miles in them and they're holding up well. They also do a trainer version. ATB, Ryan. www.columbiasportswear.co.uk/p/mens-peakfreak-ii-outdry-waterproof-hiking-shoe-2005101.html?dwvar_2005101_color=403&dwvar_2005101_size=7.5&gclsrc=aw.ds&&mid=paidsearch&eid=Google+Adwords+UK&nid=ECO_202407_LAB_GB-EN_PERFM_PERFM-ROAS_LOW_CON_TOP_GENERIC&oid=&did=&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjwwO20BhCJARIsAAnTIVSiooRdeg0i5-si3aF8UrlB8NYZw8xh9A0posCCmSM677fephZJDaEaAh4JEALw_wcB
@jamesellsworth96736 ай бұрын
I have been enjoying your videos, past and present. Mostly, I comment on your way of trekking and camping. I've only been in Wales for a few days, in Conwys. You have shown us so much more of the country. It means a bit to me since I have Yale of Plas Mawr and LLEWELLYN ancestry tucked into my genes. (What Welsh person does not have some Llewellyn connections?)
@wildaboutwales6 ай бұрын
Thank you, James, it's good to hear you're enjoying the channel. It's a beautiful part of Wales up that way. I hiked through Snowdonia to Conwy Castle last year, the scenery is incredible. Enjoy Cymru! ATB, Ryan.
@darrellmustoe39376 ай бұрын
New to watching your channel and was drawn to this one because Pen Y Fan has always been a special place since being in the scouts and enjoying our summer camps there. Can I ask How easy is it to find the spitfire from the ridge? Best Darrell
@wildaboutwales6 ай бұрын
Thank you, Darrell, it's most certainly a special place, I never tire of these mountains. It's quite easy to get to, but you will need to use a six figure grid reference as it's difficult to find. I'd rather not give the location away on here, but I'd be happy to send you a PM if you have an IG account or other means to message. ATB, Ryan.
@darrellmustoe39376 ай бұрын
@@wildaboutwales Thanks for replying to my message Ryan. I am not on IG but I am on Facebook and messenger. Using my name Darrell Mustoe and my profile pic is me holding an umbrella. I could not find exact location by doing Google search. Best Darrell
@wildaboutwales6 ай бұрын
@@darrellmustoe3937 you're welcome, mate.
@thewiltshirewomble6 ай бұрын
Really enjoyed this buddy… This is a very special place for me… and i can’t wait to go back on a multi day wild camp again on the same route or similar that you took… I haven’t visited for 2 years now, so one question for you bud if i may…..Is the car park you stayed in a multi-day friendly where i can leave the car for say 3 days….or would you recommend an alternative car park…. Cheers Mark 👍
@wildaboutwales6 ай бұрын
Thank you, mate, I'm glad you enjoyed! It's a great place to spend a few days hiking and camping. This car park would be totally fine to park up for a few days. It does get busy there, especially in the week days, so I'd recommend getting there early morning or late afternoon for a space. Parking is free and it's not monitored. ATB, Ryan.
@thewiltshirewomble6 ай бұрын
Thank you Ryan. That’s really helpful. Appreciated. Cheers Mark 👍
@bazbarrow61605 ай бұрын
Great video, getting this walk under my belt next week with the dog and this was just what I was looking for 👍 Am I correct in thinking there are no styles for dogs to get over? My dog walks all the time in the mountains up here in N wales, but he’s a big Lab and I sometimes struggle getting him over them. Many thanks and have just subscribed and will look forward to watching all your previous videos
@wildaboutwales5 ай бұрын
Thank you, mate and welcome to the channel. Your pooch will be fine, there's no stiles on this walk. Have a good one and I hope the weather is kind to you. ATB, Ryan.
@bazbarrow61605 ай бұрын
Just wanted to let you know, I didn’t make the horseshoe, as you probably know the wind has been really high this week unfortunately and my dog (although a big brave lab) gets spooked in high winds. So I grabbed a break in the weather and did Pen y fan and got back down as it was already howling by 10am and spooked him. Have family here so I come down regularly and will definitely keep this walk on the to do list. Love this area so much but have only done the big ones, I do every time I come. So enjoying all your previous videos of lesser known hills/areas Great channel Baz
@wildaboutwales5 ай бұрын
@@bazbarrow6160 Hello Baz, sorry to hear you didn't get the weather, mate, it's been pretty grim the last week. Never mind, it will always be there for the next time you're visiting. If you've never done it, Craig Cerrig Gleisad is an incredible circular walk, just a mile down the road from PYF. I camped it on my first video on the channel. ATB, Ryan.
@supermanjosh016 ай бұрын
Fantastic. I am looking forward to doing the horseshoe. Your video quality is amazing. What camera/equipment do you use? Diolch.
@wildaboutwales6 ай бұрын
Thank you, Josh. It's a fantastic walk, I'm sure you'll enjoy it. I'm using the GoPro Hero 12, a DJI Mini 2 and my Google Pixel 7a phone. I have links to them in my description if you want to have a look. Have a good one. ATB, Ryan.
@EileenWorthington-s3t6 ай бұрын
Yet again, another great video. Can I ask what’s the title of the intro music please ? Many thanks again
@wildaboutwales6 ай бұрын
Thank you, Eileen. The track is called Desert Planet, here's a link to it. ATB, Ryan. kzbin.info/www/bejne/m4fQoXt8jtmkedksi=fKiKDa6z6vYqJNsq
@ColinSlocombe5 күн бұрын
Chinnock
@wildaboutwales3 күн бұрын
Yes, cool to see.
@thevalleywalker6 ай бұрын
Lovely walk Ryan, it's the route I always took when introducing friends to Pen Y Fan. I don't think there many days in the year now when you would have the summit to yourself - not like back in the day. My mate was on Talybont reservoir when the Chinook went through- great sight to have on your walk. Good shout out to the Mountin Rescue. For over 15 years I have made an annual donation to the black Mountains (Longtown) MR - in lieu of sending Xmas Cards. atb Al
@wildaboutwales6 ай бұрын
It's a great way to show the place off to your, mates, that's for sure. It was a magnificent sight watching the Chinook fly past. Good man for supporting the Mountain Rescue, Alan, they do an incredible job and are really up against it these days as the mountains get busier. Hope you're keeping well, mate. Take it easy, Ryan.
@st1ffee6 ай бұрын
tell me once you get to Fan Y Big and head towards Cefyn Giff is there a rocky flat spot to camp.I recall camping years ago but cant for the life of me remember where it was and i dont want to climb to the top and find im wrong.great video i took three American friends to Pen Y Fan Thursday and we camped by the lake,they absolutely loved it 😂
@wildaboutwales6 ай бұрын
To be honest, Nigel, I've only walked that route a couple of times and I don't recall seeing a spot like that. If I had I think it would have gone on the radar for a camp. I'll keep my eyes peeled the next time I'm up that way, I bet it's a great ridge to camp on. I've still yet to camp by that lake, I bet that was an incredible experience for them. It's a mystical spot. Thanks for watching. ATB, Ryan.
@st1ffee6 ай бұрын
@@wildaboutwales yes my friend lived in wales for around 11 years before moving back to Georgia he clearly misses our camping trips we had to travel about 3 hours to camp when I visited him and his family
@wildaboutwales6 ай бұрын
@@st1ffee I was talking to a woman up on Fan y Big on this walk, and she was over from Georgia. Not one of your friends by any chance?
@st1ffee6 ай бұрын
@@wildaboutwales no that’s strange isn’t it
@JBils415 ай бұрын
Even the military use what 3 words for emergency RVs in 2024… 3 metre square location as opposed to a 100m box for a 6 figure grid 👍
@wildaboutwales5 ай бұрын
England & Wales MR have advised not to solely rely on W3W. They had 45 callouts one year alone, to incorrect locations given to them by people using the app. Maybe a back up grid reference as well to be sure 🙂
@SM0KE_0RIG1NAL3 ай бұрын
I don’t head back down after Fan Y Big. I follow the path off to the right that les down along side Nant Bwrefwr. Then follow the road back to the car park. A lot more scenic spots to take in along that way. I think it only adds about 2 miles overall.
@wildaboutwales3 ай бұрын
Yes, that's a nice route to get back down, I haven't walked it in a few years now. Thanks for watching.
@carlalappin71706 ай бұрын
Wow that was an amazing edited vid stop that cenery tho 🥹 .. Hahaha good sneak in2 your bag !!! don't look in mine !! wrappers receipts crap !! yours is very handily packed!!! Thats a long old walk fair play .. looking 4ward 2 nxt 1 ... Take care 🩵🕺🩵
@wildaboutwales6 ай бұрын
Hello, Carla. I may be heading back to these mountains for a camp soon, so you can see some more of this scenery 🙂 It is a long walk, but it's so enjoyable, you don't notice the miles. Take care, Ryan.