Plas-y-Nant Guest House and Conference Centre
in the Snowdonia National Park
Telephone 01286 650227
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Our Specialties

Click here to read of our exceptional wedding facilities and servicesClick here to read about our seminar and small conference facilitiesClick here to read of our special arrangements for parties and groups - including sole-use of Plas-y-Nant for larger groupsClick here to read about our restaurant and on-site catering servicesClick here to check our prices and to make a booking

About
Plas-y-Nant

Click here to read all about who runs Plas-y-Nant Contact us by phone, e-mail and snail mailClick here for maps, downloadable directions and public transport informationCheck our prices, and make a bookingClick here to read about the long history of Plas-y-Nant

About
North Wales

Click here to read of the superb walks and climbs in the Snowdonia National ParkClick here to read about things to do within an hour of Plas-y-Nant

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3 friendly dogs live at Plas-y-Nant - so naturally we welcome your dogs

The History of Plas-y-Nant

Plas-y-Nant is located in the hamlet of Betws Garmon (which dates from 400AD) in the Snowdonia National Park, and is near to the Roman-age village of Waenfawr.   To read more of the history of the area click here >>>.

The oldest parts of the present house at Plas-y-Nant date from 1880, with numerous additions and extensions added over the years.  Click here to read the full history of the Plas-y-Nant property.  

Click here to see a photographic record of how the house has changed over the years.

For many people, the history of Plas-y-Nant is intimately linked to the Christian Endeavour movement, which owned the house between 1924 and 1992.  Click here to see a short history of Christian Endeavour.  For all these people there is an almost magical quality about "Plas" - which we have tried to capture here.

Click here to see some photos and memories of former "Plas-ites".

From 1944 to 1975 Plas-y-Nant was run by a lady known to thousands as "Aunty Lena".  Click here to read about how this remarkable woman made Plas special to so many people.

Much of what happened at Plas-y-Nant up to its closure in 1985 was organised by dedicated "Excursion Leaders" who organised a wide range of activities.  We are delighted to have found the original "Plas-y-Nant Excursion Leaders Book", written by Stanley Phillips (father of current Plas-y-Nant owner Tony Phillips).  It is now posted here in its entirety.  The following table lists all the sections in the book - where a section is now available for you to browse and review it is underlined - just click on the words to jump to that section

Note that all text list here is from the second edition of the Book - the first edition was comprehensively replaced by this second edition !!

Section

Original page numbers
Reminder, Title Page and Dedication  
Editors Preface (1951, 1952, 1967, 1974 & 1985)  
"An Excursion Leaders Lament" IV
Foreword by H. J. Bridge, Honorary Correspondent, 1952 V
Introduction and Acknowledgements VI
List of "A"; "B" and "C" Parties VIII, IX, X, XI
General Notes to Leaders 1
Bookkeeping 11
Typical Fortnights Excursions 21
List of Daily Notices and Duties 33
Fun and Games 43
Routes of "A", "B" and "C" Parties 69
List of Plas Excursion Leaders Names and Addresses 143
List of Hill and Place Names in Welsh 169
A Brief History of Plas-y-Nant 177
Notes on Local Towns (with sketch maps) 187
Mountain Rescue and General First Aid 201
Notes on the C. E. Holiday Homes by Mr H Bayley 213
Notes on the Comradeship of the C. E. Holiday Homes 221
Song Lyrics 229

Plas-y-Nant caters for parties of all types

Plas-y-Nant can cater for parties of up to 50 people - Hen and Stag Parties, youth groups, keen walkers -whatever your group we provide a memorable break from everyday life

Click here to find out how we can make your party event special
Plas-y-Nant specialises in highly personal weddings

The Old Chapel at Plas-y-Nant is licensed for civil weddings, and we can provide the accommodation, the reception facilities and top quality catering to make your special day truly memorable.

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