The most remote hostel in Wales – Ty’n Cornel hostel in the Cambrian Mountains of mid Wales – has achieved its 10,000th overnight since it was rescued from closure by volunteers.

The prize for the 10,000th overnight stay was awarded on 18 May to three cyclists - Bryan Donoghue, Howard Smith, and Damian Bevan - by the warden, Bill Hine.

Ty’n Cornel is a 16-bed hostel situated at the head of the beautiful Doethie valley.

The building is a former farmhouse built around the middle of the 19th century.

The hostel has welcomed walkers, cyclists, and other visitors since 1967, and since 2007 it has been operated entirely by volunteers through Elenydd Wilderness Hostels, a charitable trust.

Bryan Donoghue, one of the award winners, said: “It was a great honour to be told that we were the 10,000th visitors to Ty’n Cornel.

“Bill made us feel very welcome, and we all shared a glass of Penderyn whisky to celebrate the event.

“Thanks so much for this special award – we had a wonderful time visiting both Dolgoch and Ty’n Cornel.

“Now it’s back to everyday life in the office.”

Ty’n Cornel hostel managers Richard and Janet Hollins said: “Many congratulations to Bryan, Howard, and Damian.

“It’s always gratifying to see visitors enjoying their first stay at our hostels – for many of them it’s a whole new experience to stay in such a beautiful, remote location. We look forward to welcoming many more visitors to Ty’n Cornel!”

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