Frequently Asked Questions

How do I apply for membership?
You can apply for membership at serendipity or during any of our socials. Membership costs £5 per semester (£10 for both semesters). To join you will need to have an Athletic Union card purchasable from the Students’ Union.

Where do we meet in the morning?
Outside the SU (which is now in the Oswald Building, behind Bar UNO) on Saturday mornings at 9am (unless stated otherwise)

Where do I sign up?
You can sign up for walks on our website here (you'll need an AU number and some emergency contact details for this

What kit do I need?
You will need walking boots with ankle support, suitable trousers (NO JEANS), a rucksack to carry your things in, waterproof will be needed for when it's wet but you can borrow these. There is a Kit List of things we suggest you bring.
NOTE: We CANNOT let you join a walks without suitable boots with ankle support or if you are wearing jeans.

Can I come out if I’m not a member?
Yes you can, however you will need an AU card to participate, and also you will pay £5 for the bus (instead of £4 for members), the necessary equipment is still needed

I signed up but didn’t come out.
Don’t worry it’s not a problem if your not there in the morning all we do is scratch your name off the sheet and there is no implications for you or us.

What time will we finish?
We generally get picked up at 4, 4.30 and 5 depending on light so we can expect to be back at about an hour after each. This estimate can move depending on how late a group is off the mountain (we’ve had some an hour late in the past) and also how far away from Bangor we are.

How fit do I need to be?
A small amount of fitness is required, however we do provide easy, medium and hard walks to suit all tastes and if you do find that you are in the need to turn back one of the leaders will happily do so.

How much is it for the bus?
Individual cost for the bus for non-members is £5 (covering there and back) but if you become a member it is only £4.