Explore.
Step into the outdoors and give your mind room to wander. Explore a different landscape, find a fresh perspective and reconnect with yourself beyond the everyday noise.
SMALL GROUPS. BIG OUTDOORS.
EXPLORE.
ENDURE.
RESET.
Step away from the noise.
Find your feet in the mountains.
Two nights in Eryri. Eight guests. Space to reset.
MOUNTAIN WALKSWILD SWIMMINGGOOD FOODCAMPFIRE CONNECTION
01 / THE DARGANFOD EXPERIENCE
A little further
from everyday.
This isn’t a holiday or a bootcamp. It’s a guided reset — physically, mentally, and emotionally — using challenge, movement, and the mountains.
Leave your usual routine behind for a weekend. Get outside, move your body, take on a challenge and make time for the things that get squeezed out of everyday life.
Just a small group of people, the landscapes of North Wales, good food and conversation around the fire.
Endure.
Take on the mountains. Challenge yourself, dig deep and support the group as you overcome the day’s challenges together.
Reset.
Slow down after a full day outdoors. Eat well, sit by the fire and give yourself room to breathe.
BEDDGELERT · ERYRI · NORTH WALES
A different kind
of headspace.
02 / THE WEEKEND
Arrive.
Get out there.
Take it home.
Leave the week behind.
Arrive, settle into camp and meet the group. Share food, conversation and ease into a slower pace.
A day with purpose.
A full day of mountain walking and movement, with an optional wild swim at the end. Back at camp, refuel with a proper meal and an evening around the fire.
Make room for the reset.
A slower start, time to reflect and a final chance to enjoy the outdoors before heading home.
A flavour of the planned weekend. Activities and routes will be confirmed for each retreat and adapted to the weather and group.
03 / YOUR HOST
I’m Oli.
This is
Darganfod.
See you outdoors.
I’ve always found something different in the mountains. They have a way of stripping everything back.
Fitness, strength training, camping and exploring have been a big part of my life. Along with Ironman Wales, they have taught me a lot about patience, perseverance and taking things one step at a time.
I know how heavy life’s mental load can feel. Getting outdoors and training help me clear my head, find perspective and feel more grounded. Camping gives me the chance to slow down and enjoy the simple things. Darganfod came from wanting to share that.
I wanted to create something for people who are carrying a lot, but rarely get the chance to properly step away. A weekend built around doing: moving, exploring, having honest conversations and remembering what matters.
You don’t have to be an elite athlete. A willingness to get involved and try something different is a good place to start.
04 / YOUR NEXT WEEKEND
Something worth
switching off for.
Two nights. Up to eight guests.
One shared experience.
The first Darganfod retreats are taking shape. Dates will be announced here.
All food is included in the price, with a choice at every meal throughout the weekend.
PLANNED SUMMER PRICE£400 / person
PLANNED WINTER PRICE£350 / person
Bookings opening soon
Prices are provisional until retreat dates are confirmed. All food is included.
A FEW THINGS YOU MIGHT BE WONDERING
Before you pack.
Who is Darganfod for?
Anyone looking for outdoor challenges and a mental break from everyday pressures — a chance to clear your head, reconnect with yourself and enjoy being outdoors.
How fit do I need to be?
A reasonable general level of fitness is expected. You should be comfortable walking for several hours on uneven ground and uphill. Saturday is a full day of activity, with an optional wild swim at the end. You don’t need to be an elite athlete; route distances and further fitness guidance will be shared before booking.
Where will we stay?
Bell tents nestled below the great Moel Hebog, Beddgelert. Minimal facilities, simple comforts and the great outdoors.
Can I come on my own?
Yes. Coming on your own fits the idea of Darganfod: meeting a small group and sharing the weekend together.
What do I need to bring?
Bring hiking equipment, a good pair of walking boots that you’ve already broken in (not brand new), waterproofs, warm layers, spare underwear, and a towel or dry robe — everything you need for an active weekend in the mountains. A full kit list will be sent before your retreat.
GET IN TOUCH
A question before
the adventure?
Wondering about the weekend, what to bring or whether Darganfod is right for you? Ask Oli.
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