Things to Do

Please note, Users are responsible for ensuring their activities fall within the rules and operations of their respective organisations.

Scout users should refer to POR when planning their activities.

 

At the Centre

Pioneering

We have Pioneering Poles available on site.

Please note however we do not supply ropes, block, tackle etc.

 

Camp Fire

We have a dedicated Camp Fire circle with seating behind the house.

Wood is only available from maintenance activities on site so we cannot always guarantee a suitable supply. We can however put you in contact with a local supplier if needed.

 

In Crafnant Valley

Llyn Crafnant

Shake off the cobwebs and stretch your legs with an easy, flat walk around Llyn Crafnant and enjoy the spectacular views. You will be able to look at Cornel from the other side and wave at anyone who’s stayed behind on site.

At the right time of year you may see some wild ponies and in the spring you will be stunned by the vibrancy of the bluebells.

 

Tea Rooms

Maybe one for adults who want to escape for a couple of hours. A short walk back along the lake towards the forestry car park is a café serving tea, coffee and cake.

 

Klondike Mines

A good way to fill half a day, you can go and see the remains of Klondike Mine workings. With it’s own contentious history it is a point of local interest that will appeal to older and younger sections alike.

Link: More information about the Klondike Mine

 

Gorge Walking

Correctly experienced and qualified Groups can Gorge Walk from the Klondike Mine up to Llyn Geirionydd

 

Climbing and Abseiling

A number of natural tope-rope climbs and abseils are listed in local climbing guidebooks.

 

Walking

Our friends over at Yr Hafod would like to recommend the following walks from Cornel. Remember, if you are looking to qualify in hillwalking and mountaineering disciplines, nowhere is better than Yr Hafod. Find out more: yr-hafod.org.uk

 

ScoutsCymru Dragon Award

Have you thought about ticking some of the requirements off your Dragon Award while you are with us. Find out more here: Dragon Award

 

Adventurous Activities

Llyn Geirionydd

Llyn Geirionydd is open for water activities, access by road is from Trefriw along very narrow roads. More information can be found on the Visit Snowdonia website.

 

Correctly experienced and qualified Groups can walk from Llyn Crafnant over to Llyn Geirionydd

 

Zip World

Cornel is well located for accessing Zip World‘s Betws-y-Coed, Llechwedd and Penrhyn Quarry sites, which include Fforest Coaster, ziplines, Bounce Below, Quarry Karts, amongst many others.

 

Scout and Guide Users are eligible for a discount. Please contact bookings@cornel-scouts.org.uk to find out more.

 

Day Trips

Betws-y-Coed

Distance from Cornel: 30 mins / 10 miles

Highlights: Ice Cream Shops, Fish and Chips by the rapids, Outdoors Shops

 

Llandudno

Distance from Cornel: 45 mins / 18 miles

Highlights: Beach, Promenade, Pier, Shopping, Fish and Chips, Ice Cream

 

Conwy

Distance from Cornel: 30 mins / 13 miles

Highlights: Town Walls. Castle, Britain’s Smallest House, Harbour, Ice Cream, Fish and Chips