Vale of Llangollen and Dee Valley Camp
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Join OutdoorLads for a weekend in the beautiful Vale of Llangollen and Dee Valley, part of the Clwydian Range and Dee Valley Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty!
We will be camping in Carrog, in between the River Dee and Llangollen (heritage) Railway, a stone throw from a pub with outstanding views across the valley. Our location provides the opportunity for varied activities, including walking, road cycling, canoeing across the Pontcysyllte Aqueduct (the highest aqueduct in the world) and catching a heritage train up and down the valley.
The main event on the Saturday will likely be a hike around the surrounding hills, if that is not for you, you are welcome to head off and do your own thing. There is river swimming a short walk from the campsite (not an OutdoorLads activity), bring a picnic blanket and swimwear. On the Sunday, there will likely be a shorter walk, or maybe canoe or steam train ride depending on interest. Carrog station is 50m from the campsite with steam and diesel trains straight to Llangollen and Corwen.
There is a local pub (The Grouse Inn), that also serves food (you will likely need to book). There aren't any other shops or services in walking distance, so best to stock up on you way.
We are in the group field which will be for the exclusive use of OutdoorLads, though share facilities with the main campsite. The campsite allows BBQ'S but campfires that are ground based are not permitted.
Dogs: Well behaved dogs are allowed and the owners responsibility.
Caravans, Campervans, Motorhomes: There are a handful of spaces and 10 electrical hookups. Please message the leader to pre-book a pitch.
Photos: By W Allaway and used with permission.
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Anyone with COVID-19 symptoms, even if they are extremely mild, or who has recently tested positive for Covid-19, is asked not to attend.
What to bring
In addition to your usual walking equipment you will need to bring your own camping equipment, here is a useful list of suggested items.
Tent: make sure you know how to pitch it, even in bad weather or in the dark. Check you have all the poles, ropes and pegs.
Sleeping bag: one that provides adequate warmth, designed to go below the temperature that you expect
Sleeping mat: will keep you warmer and dryer
Waterproof bags: for spare, dry clothing
Food: search online for camping food that’s easy to cook and filling
Hot drinks: at least in cold weather
Cooking Equipment: check you have fuel and know how yours works
Eating equipment: mug, bowl or plate and cutlery
Washing up equipment: detergent, brush/scourer and tea towel
Wash kit: remember to include a towel, shower gel and shampoo
Torch: or easier still, a head torch
Swimming Kit
Battery packs
Food & drink
Please bring your own food and drink for the weekend - breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Alternatively there is a local pub a short walk away, though you may need to book.
On similar camps we have shared cheese and wine on the Friday night and home cooked goodies after the main activity on the Saturday. The leaders will probably be having a BBQ both nights if the weather is fine.