Walking Essentials

Most of our walks go on the mountains in Bannau Brycheiniog or the surrounding area in all weathers. You therefore need to be properly equipped for the conditions you may encounter.
Remember the weather in the mountains can change from hour to hour!
Clothing
  • Warm clothing - multiple layers are preferable

 

  • Waterproof jacket and trousers

 

  • Hat - sun hat for summer

 

  • Gloves

 

  • Spare layers - in case of extreme cold or your clothes get wet

 

  • A high visibility garment would be useful in case of emergency

 

Note that jeans are not acceptable. They can get damp and cause hypothermia

 

Your Walk Leader will carry a bivvy bag or emergency shelter, map and first aid kit, but if you have any of these please bring them along.

Gear
  • Rucksack, containing any of the items on the left you are not wearing plus:-

 

  • Water

 

  • Hot drink (recommended in winter)

 

  • Lunch

 

  • Snacks

 

  • Whistle

 

  • Head torch (recommended for winter)

 

  • In Case of Emergency Information (see ICE section)

 

  • Mobile phone
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