Visit Bodowen, Bill Tilman's Former Home
Sun 17 May
|RNLI Station Barmouth
Step into the history and beauty of One of Britains most remarkable Explorers.


Time & Location
17 May 2026, 11:00
RNLI Station Barmouth, The Promenade, Barmouth LL42 1NF
About the event
Step into the history and beauty of One of Britains most remarkable Explorers. Visit ‘Bodowen’ mountaineer and sailor Major Bill Tilman’s former home, set in breathtaking surroundings, a few miles up the river Mawddach from Barmouth.
Chris Harrison, the new owner of Bodowen, will greet you with a specially devised ‘Tilman mule cocktail’
£5 including cocktail and minibus transportation. Minibus departs from RNLI Boat House - all details will be provided when you have booked tickets via email to nparker51@hotmail.com
Energetic participants will be able to return to Barmouth on foot via a guided walk along the Panorama. Walking boots/shoes desired.
All proceeds to Barmouth RNLI
Email Nick Parker on nparker51@hotmail.com to book, places are limited.
