Gold DofE Practice and Qualifying Expeditions in the Black Mountains

Year 9 Hike

Very well done to the 39 Year 9 pupils who braved the poor forecast and mixed weather conditions to complete a 5 hour circular hike from Llanbedr in the Black Mountains this Sunday.  The walk included a number of summits over 700 meters and despite lots of cloud and some rain there was a chance to enjoy the views and the walk finished in sunshine.  The whole group walked at a really good pace and coped with the conditions admirably. The ground underfoot was very slippery and there were some extremely muddy sections, one of which Mr Davies tested for the group by falling into. Mr Davies would like to thank Mr Moat, Miss Wilson, Mr Brown (Art), Mrs Whishaw and Mr Burton for accompanying the groups and all of the pupils involved for their good company and enthusiasm.