A reminder for anyone interested in all things Alpine that on Saturday week we are hosting Jim & Paul’s talk about The Geology & Flowers of the Alps. These two leading authorities will give a fascinating & enthusiastic insight to their collective knowledge. As authors of the recently published ‘The Alps – A Natural Companion’ there will also be the opportunity to buy signed copies of the book. Full details as ever are on the

A quick final reminder that Saturday 8th February sees the return of Banda Bacana to the Café for their now traditional February gig. Full details are on our events page, dancing shoes obligatory! Hope you can make it for a lively night out in Capel Curig.

As some of you may know I’ve got a place in this year’s London Marathon which I am very excited about so turning into the New Year I sat down on my arse in front of the computer to start my training. A little odd you might think but after a lot of Clicks training was going well, Winter Trail Wales Half Marathon – entered (thanks Alwyn for giving me your place), Nick Beer 10K

I am delighted to announce that Joe Brown’s North Wales Shops have increased the discount voucher to 20% for those who join Paul Tierney on his jog around Capel this Saturday evening so an even better excuse to join us & test inov-8’s latest Graphite soles. For full details click on our Events page.

A final reminder & more news about Paul Tierney’s film ‘Running the Wainwright’s’ showing at the Café this coming Saturday. Firstly – Joe Brown shops are issuing a 15% discount voucher to all runners who join Paul on the run around Capel Curig which starts from the Café at 5:00 pm. inov-8 will provide test shoes for you to try out, simply make sure you bring a head torch. Secondly – Having recently read Paul’s