The Bothy at Coch Hir

19/06/2024

Good luck to Elise ! She stayed at The Bothy while she trained in the mountains of Eryri Xx

Sounds a bit scary when you put it like this.

I’ve been so distracted on finding film funding, I’m only just processing that I do actually have to climb a very big mountain. In a very itchy, heavy, fabulous outfit 👒

All the idea, no gear. 🏔️

27/05/2024

It has been lovely to have the amazing Elise Wortley to stay at the Bothy.
Check out “Woman with Altitude” and Channel 4’s Alone where she did so very well to become the runner up after many days of survival in the far reaches of Canada

She has come to Eryri to train for her expedition up Mont Blanc in September. She is following the footsteps of Henriette d’Angeville who was a C19th mountaineer, exceptional for her time. Elise will be wearing the clothes of the era and not the lightweight technical gear of today.

Elise is aiming to “ bring to life the incredible stories of history’s forgotten adventurers, by literally walking in their foot steps”

Here she is just after completing the Snowdon Horseshoe in not the best of weathers!

Flow her on Instagram and Facebook

27/05/2024

It has been lovely to have the amazing Elise Wortley come to stay in the Bothy. Check out : Woman with Altitude and the programme on Channel 4 “Alone”
In which she was the Runner up and did so well. She is training to walk up Mont Blanc in September following the steps of Henriette d’Angeville, who is a C19th mountaineer. Exceptional for her time. Elise will be wearing the clothes of the era- not modern day lightweight technical gear!!
Her aim is to “bring to life the incredible stories of histories forgotten women adventurers”
Here she is just back from completing the Snowdon Horseshoe!! ( and the weather was far from brilliant!)
Follow her on Instagram and Facebook

18/05/2024

The Bothy’s got some different visitors, Mr Plod and Stanley have come to stay! There they are - ready to greet you as you open your door in the morning

16/05/2024

Love this time of year. The lanes are full of wild flowers. Just on the lane approaching CochHir there loads of delicate cow parsley and there’s stitchwort, herb Robert, foxgloves opening up and the bluebells are just going over now. There’s a smell of blossom everywhere too !!

15/05/2024

13/05/2024

Bit of local history !

Castle Name: Dolbadarn
Built by: Llywelyn Fawr (Llywelyn ap Iorwerth, "the Great")
Location: Llanberis Pass, Eryri, Gwynedd
Native/Non-Native: Native
Year Built: Early 13th Century (1220s-1230s)
Overseer: Cadw Cymru

Nestled amidst the breathtaking landscape of Eryri, you'll find Castell Dolbadarn, a testament to Cymru's early medieval history. This native Welsh castle was constructed by Llywelyn the Great in the early 13th century, a ruler who sought to protect and assert the sovereignty of his people.

Castell Dolbadarn is a circular stone tower perched on a hill overlooking Llyn Padarn. Its strategic location allowed it to control vital routes through the Eryri, making it a symbol of Welsh strength and defiance in the face of English incursions.

Llywelyn the Great, known for his leadership during an arguable golden era of Welsh independence, left a legacy that endures through this castle. Dolbadarn served as both a fortress and a statement of Welsh resistance to external rule.

Today, Castell Dolbadarn stands as a ruin, but its walls and tower remain a fascinating window into the past. Visitors can climb the tower to take in sweeping views of the surrounding landscape and imagine the challenges and triumphs of this native Welsh stronghold.

Castell Dolbadarn exemplifies Cymru's early medieval history and the determination of its people to maintain their identity and heritage. It's a captivating destination for history enthusiasts and those seeking a deeper connection to Cymru's past.

(Photo Credits: Hefin Owen @ 47515486@N05/)" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://www.flickr.com/photos/47515486@N05/)

12/05/2024

We were treated to a spectacular show at Coch hir!!

12/05/2024

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".... cracking shot on the summit of Snowdon aka Yr Wyddfa in last nights spectacular light show .....
... caught by Llanberis Mountain Rescue Team member on the hill ....
... but take care out there, studies are emerging, linking geomagnetic storms to harm in humans ....
... so, as great as the aurora looks, remember its solar radiation from the sun, and they are becoming more frequent .....
.... is it a future mountain hazard or tourist attraction = organised night hikes at last minute ....
... will people see this picture, and think 🤔 let's hike Snowdon at night over the weekend....
... as we said or ....
.... what's your take - Parc Cenedlaethol Eryri - Eryri National Park Parc Cenedlaethol Eryri - Snowdonia National Park Cymuned Mynydd Eryri - Snowdonia Mountain Community ♥️👍 👍 👌 or 👎 😔 😟 💔."

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📷 Jethro Kiernan.

01/01/2024

Happy New Year and Best wishes for 2024 to all the Bothy visitors.

08/08/2023

Evening cuddles in the sunshine. 😘

08/08/2023

I’m as asleep as an asleep puss in the evening sun. !😴x

27/03/2023

One of the best ways to enjoy the fabulous view of Llyn Padarn is between a pair of ginger ears! Snowdon ( Yr Wyddfa) is on thé right with the summit just touching the clouds .

23/02/2023

A sunny clear day showing off the beauty of Llyn Padarn and Yr Wyddfa

16/02/2023

the days are getting longer and its lovely to see the snowdrops and crocus coming ou to greet you!

24/11/2022

Winter is coming! The summit of Yr Wyddfa / Snowdon - Wales' highest mountain - was covered with a beautiful dusting of the white stuff this morning ⛄🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

Credit: North Wales Live/Arwyn Roberts

17/11/2022

Smudge enjoying a sunny day and watching all the going’s on

02/10/2022

Lovely footage of the Carneddi Ponies. Welsh mountain ponies are often seen if you are rambling in the hills in the area - these hills can be seen from the farm( but not quite from the Bothy!)

28/09/2022

Two swans swim beside the Lonely Tree in Llanberis under a pastel pink sky ❤🦢
📷 Great photo by Aled Lewis

05/08/2022

Can you spot the elegant visitors to the Bothy today ?