Year 6 Residential – Plas Gwynant: Day 2

And just like that, our Plas Gwynant routine is well underway!

The day began with a gentle Welsh mist and a 7:00am wake-up call—perhaps a little earlier than some would have liked, but everyone rose to the challenge. Mornings here come with shared responsibilities, and the children have embraced these brilliantly. From laying tables for breakfast to feeding the birds, every job was taken on with enthusiasm. With 54 children pitching in (and the occasional coffee-fuelled teacher drifting through), everything was completed in no time at all.

Breakfast was a welcome reward after the early start. A hearty spread of cereal, toast, beans and hash browns ensured everyone was fuelled and ready for the day ahead—alongside some rather questionable looking cups of tea…

Before heading off, our weather reporters for the week, Sophie and Haiden, delivered the highlight of the morning: less than a 5% chance of rain—excellent news! Spirits were high as the children met their instructors and set off for a day packed with adventure. Activities included mountain walking, gorge walking, beach exploration, canoeing and abseiling. It has been fantastic to see the children stepping out of their comfort zones, supporting one another, and making the most of every opportunity. Be sure to take a look at the photos to see them in action.

After such an active day, dinner was very well received—bangers and mash followed by chocolate brownie went down a treat. The evening then brought plenty of energy, with children racing around playing hide and seek across the centre grounds. A special mention goes to Alex, whose owl-inspired hiding spot proved particularly impressive.

We’re now settling down for the night, with the building surprisingly quiet after such a full day. With sunshine promised for tomorrow, we’re all looking forward to another exciting day ahead.

Fingers crossed 🤞