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The Expeditions Wales itineraries for the qualifying expeditions are embedded, below
Brief FAQ
You need to cook dinner on the first day, no trips to town
You can bring a SMALL bag to be transported to the YHA. Think ryanair /easyjet cabin bag size. SMALL!
If you've not been to Dol-Llys before - the Llanidloes base camp, there are showers, and you'll need a £1 coin for these
Leaving from Student Car park - it's going to be busy!
for groups 1-7
DofE Gold assessment itinerary Farnborough 1. 28th September - 3rd October.docxFor groups 8-15
DofE Gold assessment itinerary Farnborough 2. 29th September - 4th October.docxExpedition advice pack - digital.pdfThe College Gold Expedition Section Delivered by Expeditions Wales
4th September 2026 Update
I trust all your route planning is complete to Aled's satisfaction.
The dates for the Qualifying Expedition in September have been confirmed.
September 28th - October 3rd: Groups 1 - 7
September 29th -October 4th: Groups 8 - 15
TO BORROW KIT : Complete THIS form. Deadline is 16th September 2026 - CLOSED NOW
Groups will depart by coach at 9.00 from the Student Car Park, as before, except it will be BUSY. Parents are asked to please drop, hug and go.
Groups will return just after lunchtime. As always, students will be able to update progress on their way home
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