Find answers to some of the most common questions about a visit to Glan-llyn or Glan-llyn Isa'.
The most recent camp documents which answer the most common questions regarding your visit can be found here in the 'Useful Documents' section.
What should my child bring to the centre?
Glan-llyn has a wide variety of specialist equipment that you can borrow during your stay. The equipment that’s available is wet suits, waterproofs, bags to hold wet clothes etc. If you have your own equipment please feel free to bring these along with you. You will also need…
- 2 pairs of trainers
- 2 pairs of warm trousers (no jeans)
- 2/3 warm jumpers (fleece if possible)
- 2/3 t shirts
- Underwear
- Swim wear
- 2 towels
- Hat and scarf
- Waterproof clothes
- Pyjamas
- Sleeping bag
- Pillowcase
- Bin bag to carry wet clothes
- Paper and pencil
- Walking shoes
Are there any items that my child might not like to bring?
Your child should not bring:
- MP3 or ipod
- Pocket knives
- Felt tip pens
- Video games or other expensive gadget (ipads, tablet computers etc)
- Chewing gum
- Aerosol deodorant
- Tobbaco, alchohol or any unprescribed drug (medication on prescription should be noted on health certificate)
- Mobile phones- Mobiles are only allowed with permission of the course leader. Access to the office phone is available if needed.
We will not be responsible for any loss or damage to the above items if brought to the Centre
Can my child phone home regularly
Please do not arrange your child to phone home at the beginning of the course. If you do not hear from us you can be sure that your child is safe and well. We will contact you immediately if there is a problem with health or home sickness. If you have a message for your child you are welcome to contact reception (01678 541 000) or email glan-llyn@urdd.org. We will ensure that the message is passed on.
What happens if my child has a problem whilst at Glan-llyn?
A member of Urdd staff is present 24 hours during your child’s stay. Therefore if your child has any problems or concerns staff will be on hand to deal with any issues promptly.
Where will my child be sleeping?
All children sleep in centrally heated, en-suite bedrooms. The children are responsible for making their beds and keeping the rooms tidy. We ensure each child knows where to find help during the night from staff that is close at hand.