The Hobbit Themed Unexpected Weekend
Are you looking to try something different, have an unforgettable time and memories for a lifetime. Well to coincide with the release of Peter Jackson’s film “The Hobbit – An Unexpected Journey” on 13th December 2012 we’ve put together this themed Hobbit weekend. It gives you the opportunity to sample for yourself some of the scrapes and adventures experienced by the characters in the film. As you know the story is about a curious Hobbit, Bilbo Baggins, who journeys to the Lonely Mountain with a vigorous group of Dwarves to reclaim a treasure stolen from them by the dragon Smaug.
What Do You Get for Your Hobbit Unexpected Weekend?
Firstly, we’ll give all the group organisers (the person making the booking) a copy of the book “The Hobbit”. Then during the weekend you’ll be able to try a caving activity to experience those emotions that Bilbo felt when first encountering Gollum. Also you’ll get the opportunity to see what its like to follow the course of a river whilst tobogganing down chutes and waterfalls just as Bilbo and the Dwarves did when escaping in barrels from the Wood Elves. For this you’ll be taking part in our canyoning activity ( see video below).
Enjoy the great outdoor playground that is Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons), share new experiences and leave with lifetime memories. What better way of getting to know how the characters are feeling than by tackling new challenges such as caving and canyoning .
““Quality of staff was exceptional and their good humour and efforts helped make the weekend fantastically memorable. Overall brilliant weekend with great activities and exceptional staff.” Mr.M.Richardson
Date of the Weekend
25th to 27th January 2013 – Adult Weekend
2nd to 4th April 2013 – Family and children
N.B. – For the family event the activity will be gorge walking rather than canyoning
Suggested Itinerary
Friday
– Arrive at accommodation for meal.
– Met by our staff
Saturday
– After breakfast depart for your canyoning activity session.
View a video which shows caving as well as canyoning at the foot of the page for more info.
-Packed lunch included
– Evening meal at Merlins
– *Evening in Swansea (Optional)
*Additional fee applies
Sunday
– When you surface and after breakfast on Sunday depart for your caving session.
-Packed lunch included.
– Reluctant departure.
Accommodation & Meals for your Hobbit Weekend – What’s Included
You’ll be staying in our own Merlins cafe/bar. This is situated approx. 20 minutes north of Swansea on the southern edge of Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) National Park. This former hotel has en-suite rooms in which we have taken out the single and double beds and replaced with bunkbeds. Each of the 9 rooms has a varying number of beds such as room 7 which has 1 bunk – 2 beds and Room 3 which has 5 beds consisting of two bunks and a single.
N.B. – Final choice of accommodation is subject to change
Food will consist of breakfast and a packed lunch on Saturday and Sunday. An evening meal will be provided on Friday and Saturday.
““Canyoning – Fantastic activity, great instructors, stunning scenery, everyone relaxed and great day! ” Mr.Shell
Activities
Canyoning
Call of the Wild’s Adventure Britain are the leading provider of Canyoning in the UK -. Really test yourself by white water rafting without the raft! You will follow the river down one of the magnificent gorges by tobogganing down rapids, walking under and jumping off spectacular waterfalls. Our most popular activity. A high adrenaline day and one not to be missed.
Caving
Our staff ensure you will have a great day. Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) National Park has some fantastic caving, some of the best in the UK. Visit areas rarely seen by others in this awesome underground world. If you are visiting the area then caving is definitely an activity to experience. So if you see yourself as a Thorin, Bombur, Kili, Gloin, Bofur, Dwalin, Balin, Oin, Fili, Bifur, Ori, Dori or Nori then this is the activity for you!
Food
All included so you don’t have to worry about finding anywhere for your group to eat.
Transport
To and from activity venues.
What To Bring
A sense of humour! No furry feet required! We will issue all joining instructions and kit lists on booking.
Cost
Adult Weekend
£185 per person for the adult weekend in January
Family and Children
£185 per adult with 1 child free for each adult in April
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