HOSTELS AND BUNKHOUSES IN WALES

OVERVIEW

Number of Beds	26
Price Guide	£16.00 per person per night
Wales Tourist Board Grading	4 Star Bunkhouse
Groups/Individuals	Groups and Individuals welcome

CONTACT DETAILS

Contact	Ann Bottrill
Tel/mobile	01654 761229  Mobile: 07881 626734
Address	Braich Goch Inn, Corris, Machynlleth, Powys, SY20 9RD
e-mail	AnnBottrill@aol.com
Web Site	http://www.braichgoch.co.uk

LOCATION AND GRID REFERENCE

Situated at Corris on main A487 road, overlooking River Dulas valley. Approximately 6 miles north of Machynlleth and 10 miles south of Dolgellau.

Explorer Map 215 Grid Ref 754 075

DESCRIPTION

The building is an Inn dating from 1582 and is situated near the Snowdonia National Park.

The accommodation is separate from the bar area. The bar is open to the public on Tuesday, Friday and Saturday evenings, but the facilities that include pool, darts and other games, are available to guests at other times as well. An assortment of musical instruments, including piano and guitars, can be used by guests.

The self-catering accommodation is in 5 rooms each with 4 bunk beds and one room with 6. There are 4  en-suite rooms and 2 further bathrooms, superb guest and lounge areas with a large library of maps, walking and cycling guides.

Drying and laundry facilities with secure bike storage. Parking

Welcome Walker & Welcome Cyclist awards.  Green Dragon Award, level 2

HEATING / COOKING FACILITIES

Centrally heated throughout, fuelled by natural wood pellet burner. Fully equipped kitchen.

WHAT TO BRING

Sleeping bag/duvet. Pillowcase. Linen hire available.

NEAREST PUBLIC TRANSPORT

Buses from Machynlleth and Dolgellau.
British rail in Machynlleth

LOCAL INTERESTS / ATTRACTIONS

There are many opportunities for walking at all levels from forest trails to mountain hikes (Cadir Idris - 3 miles). The area is well known for cycling routes both on and off road. 'Mountain bike hire can be arranged. The Mach 1,2,3 trails, Nany yr Arian, and Coed y Brenin are all within easy reach.  The Cli-Machx mountain bike trail is 1 mile from us with its spectacular, exciting final descent!   Birdwatchers, outdoor activity enthusiasts, anglers and those just wishing for peace and quiet will find something to occupy them in the area!

Activity packages can be provided by our own instructors for those wishing to be a bit more adventurous.  Guided walks on and around Cadir Idris.  Kayak & canoe packages from short 'taster' sessions through touring to coach training & assessments.  Climbing days from simple beginner routes to more advanced techniques. On our own indoor training area we can organise rope access courses for budding climbing & SRT coaches or those simply wanting to understand what to do with ropes.  Also on offer are adventure walks, problem solving sessions, corporate management training, orienteering, navigation & map reading

The local towns of Machynlleth and Dolgellau, the Centre for Alternative Technology, King Arthur's Labyrinth and the Corris Steam Railway are all close by.

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