Snowdon Stock Footage: My 2016 Ascent to the Summit and the Dawn of Drone Cinematography
Sometimes, looking back through my archive feels like flipping through a different lifetime. My latest offering, Clip Pack #221 – Snowdon Summit in 2016 - Archive Stock Footage, is one such window into the past. It’s a remarkable collection that captures Snowdon, Crib Goch, and the surrounding Snowdonia National Park in 2016, a period that, in the rapidly evolving world of drone cinematography, feels like ancient history. This footage isn't just a set of clips; it's a testament to the sweat, toil, and sheer determination that went into capturing aerials in those early days, and a true piece of history.
Snowdon and Crib Goch: Iconic Welsh Giants
Snowdon (Yr Wyddfa) stands proudly as the highest mountain in Wales, a majestic peak at 1,085 metres (3,560 ft) above sea level, commanding the heart of Snowdonia National Park. It's a magnet for hikers and climbers, its rugged beauty and challenging ascents drawing countless adventurers. Crib Goch, on the other hand, is its more notorious neighbour – a formidable, knife-edge ridge on the Snowdon massif, widely considered one of the most challenging and celebrated scrambles in the UK. These mountains are, and always have been, truly special.
The Early Days: Sweat, Toil, and a Precariously Strapped Drone
Capturing this footage in early 2016 was a very different experience from today. Back then, I had considerably less fat and less hair on the bottom of my face, and definitely more on the top of my head! The journey up into the Snowdonia mountains involved multiple days of hiking, carrying a big, old drone precariously strapped to the outside of my backpack. I remember the weight of the big, heavy batteries and the equally heavy camera. The drone itself didn't always like to fly; every single flight was a huge risk. How times have changed!
The technology, while "high-tech" for 2016, was still in its infancy compared to what I use now. Drones were less stable, less automated, and far more demanding to operate in challenging mountain conditions. Each successful shot felt like a small victory against the elements and the technology itself. Yet, despite the struggles, the footage is brilliant. It’s sold as archive footage, representing bargain value and a true "sign of the times" for drone cinematography. I believe it’s perfect for social media, news, and definitely for TV and film in the right context. It is still brilliant footage.
A Piece of History: Snowdon Summit, Empty!
One of the most compelling aspects of Clip Pack #221 is seeing Snowdon summit in its pristine, almost untouched state. The footage shows the summit cafe at dawn light, magnificent, and the summit of Snowdon, empty! This was 2016, before the widespread glorification of mountain adventures on social media truly took hold. There are no crowds, just the raw, unchanging beauty of the mountain, yet somehow different. It's a piece of history, offering a rare glimpse of a major UK landmark before the surge in visitor numbers. The views, encompassing Llyn Llydaw, Crib Goch, Y Lliwedd, Garnedd Ugain, and wider Snowdonia National Park, are simply amazing.
The Evolution and My Unmatched Snowdonia Portfolio
Since 2016, both drone technology and my own craft have evolved exponentially. The cameras are more sensitive, the drones are more precise, and my experience in navigating harsh environments has only deepened. I stand by my claim that I have captured the best stock footage of Snowdonia National Park ever, and it’s all available right here on my website. My ongoing commitment to pushing the boundaries of cinematic aerials and ground-level cinematography means my current collections offer an unparalleled depth and quality.
For those looking to capture the majestic drama of Snowdonia, here's a detailed overview of my comprehensive offerings:
Clip Pack #50 - 3 Days on the Rhinogydd, Snowdonia: Rhinog Fach and Y Llethr: This extensive collection of 309 clips (1 hour, 22 minutes, 52 seconds) captures a 3-day wild camping and hiking adventure across the rugged Rhinogydd range. It features iconic Welsh peaks, dense woodland, and authentic scenes of wild camping, map reading, and cooking. I believe this pack offers the best Snowdonia stock footage available, from iconic peaks to serene valleys.
Clip Pack #54 - Rhinog Fawr, Rhinogydd, Snowdonia National Park: A breathtaking collection of 231 high-quality clips (57 minutes 4 seconds) documenting a rugged journey up Rhinog Fawr. It includes 58 drone clips and 171 ground-based clips, plus 2 premium timelapse sequences featuring a mesmerizing cloud inversion at sunrise. This is an essential collection for any editor or producer needing top-tier mountain and drone footage.
Clip Pack #114 – Glyderau, Snowdonia National Park – Winter Views of Tryfan, Glyder Fach, Snowdon: This pack (62 clips, 20 minutes 13 seconds) showcases Snowdonia in its raw, dramatic winter form. It features 46 drone clips with sweeping aerial views of Tryfan (including Adam and Eve stones) and the icy slopes of Glyder Fach and Glyder Fawr, plus 16 breathtaking timelapse sequences of cloud inversions and shifting winter light.
Clip Pack #115 - Wet Glyder Fach Hike and Wild Camp - Snowdonia National Park Stock Video Footage: This unique pack (74 clips, 10 minutes 16 seconds) follows a wet and wild hike up Glyder Fach, capturing drizzly rain, eerie fog, and rugged terrain. It includes dramatic scenes of water crashing over rocks, boggy ground, and timelapse sequences of clouds moving over Ogwen Valley.
Clip Pack #116 – Glyder Fach Hike and Wild Camp - Snowdonia National Park Stock Video Footage: A stunning collection (89 clips, 18 minutes 7 seconds) from a two-day adventure on Glyder Fach. It features majestic landscapes, rugged mountain views, and immersive nature scenes, including the cantilever stone, Llyn Ogwen, and intimate wild camping moments like cooking steaks.
Clip Pack #117 – Rhinog Fach, Snowdonia National Park – Wild Camping Timelapses: A stunning collection of five breathtaking 4K timelapses (40 seconds total) capturing the rugged beauty of Rhinog Fach. It features spectacular astrophotography timelapses with a wild camping tent, stars, the Milky Way, and dramatic sunrise/sunset sequences over the Welsh coast.
Clip Pack #124 - Hiking and Wild Camping Landscape Views from Pen yr Ole Wen in Snowdonia National Park: This pack (128 clips, 34 minutes 14 seconds) offers magnificent views from Pen yr Ole Wen, with sweeping vistas of the Ogwen Valley and surrounding areas. It includes 15 drone clips, an 18-hour timelapse, and 112 tripod and slider clips, plus a rare aviation shot of a V22 Osprey.
Clip Pack #125 - Hiking and Wild Camping Landscape Views from Pen yr Ole Wen Summit, Snowdonia National Park: A treasure trove of high-quality Snowdonia footage (166 clips, 35 minutes 58 seconds) from a two-day expedition to Pen yr Ole Wen. Highlights include a 24-second night-to-day sunrise timelapse over Tryfan and Ogwen Valley, 34 drone clips, and 126 tripod clips documenting the full hiking and wild camping journey.
Clip Pack #147 – Snowdonia Winter Landscapes Stock Video Footage & Timelapse: This breathtaking collection (121 clips, 34 minutes 50 seconds) was filmed on a multi-day hiking and wild camping trip across the Carneddau. It features 15 drone clips, 15 ProRes 422 timelapse sequences (including nightfall over Tryfan with traffic light trails), and 91 tripod clips capturing icy peaks, rugged trails, and winter skies.
Clip Pack #180 – Ffynnon Lloer Snowdonia Stock Footage: This pack (75 clips, 17 minutes 23 seconds) captures a two-day hiking and wild camping adventure around Ffynnon Lloer, a beautiful mountain lake. It features drone and tripod footage of the Carneddau, Tryfan, and Llyn Ogwen, including me and my two sons (all model released) setting up camp and cooking.
Clip Pack #185 - Winter Camping in Snowdonia - Stock Video Footage: This extensive collection (231 clips, 49 minutes 51 seconds) captures a multi-day winter camping trip in the Glyderau mountains with heavy snowfall, freezing temperatures, and extreme conditions. It includes 59 drone clips, 14 timelapses, and 158 tripod clips showcasing icy summits, frozen lakes, and survival moments.
Clip Pack #188 - The Carneddau, Snowdonia National Park Stock Footage: This comprehensive collection (207 clips, 41 minutes 5 seconds) explores the vast Carneddau range, including Pen yr Ole Wen, Carnedd Dafydd, and Carnedd Llewelyn. It features 55 drone shots, 8 sensational timelapses, and 144 tripod clips documenting tough climbs, wildlife, and varied terrain.
Clip Pack #190 - The Devil’s Kitchen, Snowdonia National Park Glyderau and Tryfan Stock Footage: Unveils the beauty of Snowdonia with 117 clips (20 minutes 57 seconds) capturing the Glyderau mountains and Tryfan, including the iconic Devil's Kitchen and Llyn Idwal. It features 21 drone clips, 3 timelapses, and 93 ground-based shots, focusing on low mist, swirling clouds, and rugged rock formations.
Clip Pack #196 - Tryfan Stock Footage, Snowdonia National Park: An extensive collection of 129 premium 4K UHD clips (38 minutes 1 second) documenting a climb of Tryfan. It includes 25 magnificent drone clips (with a sublime sunrise over Adam & Eve stones) and 104 tripod clips capturing hiking, scrambling, wild camping, and the stunning Ogwen Valley.
Clip Pack #203 – Snowdon and Tryfan Drone & Timelapse Stock Footage: This high-quality collection (63 clips, 13 minutes 33 seconds) features 36 drone and gimbal clips of Crib Goch, Snowdon summit, and the steam train, plus 27 timelapses of bubbling morning fog, mountain lakes, and the Adam & Eve stones on Tryfan.
Clip Pack #206 - Amazing Cloud Inversion Snowdonia Timelapse 4K UHD Stock Footage: Captures the rare and mesmerising phenomenon of cloud inversions over Snowdonia. This pack features 1 minute and 42 seconds of 17 meticulously crafted timelapses, showcasing clouds over the PYG track, Crib Goch, Snowdon Summit, and the Welsh Valleys.
Clip Pack #207 - Llyn Llydaw & Crib Goch Drone Stock Footage: This magnificent collection (41 drone clips, 8 minutes 15 seconds) focuses on the stunning area around Llyn Llydaw and the formidable Crib Goch ridge, featuring breathtaking aerial perspectives captured exclusively by drone.
Clip Pack #253 – Ffynnon Lloer and Snowdonia National Park Stock Footage: This collection (42 clips, 14 minutes 29 seconds) features a mix of 13 tripod shots, 5 timelapse sequences, 20 breathtaking drone shots, and 4 action cam clips from the heart of the Ogwen Valley, including the historic Avro Anson plane wreck.
Clip Pack #258 - Y Garn Snowdonia Glyderau Stock Footage: This extensive collection (113 clips, 22 minutes 13 seconds) captures a hiking and wild camping expedition on Y Garn, featuring challenging conditions, mountain views of Tryfan and the Ogwen Valley, and intimate camping scenes like cooking steaks inside the tent.
Each of these packs offers unparalleled 4K UHD quality, captured by me with a professional's eye for narrative and composition. They are all available with no extra fees for 4K resolution or broadcast TV and film use, ensuring you get maximum value and flexibility. Full terms apply.
Secure Your Piece of Snowdonia Today!
Clip Pack #221 offers a unique historical perspective at a bargain price of just £695. It's a reminder of how far technology has come, and how some views remain timeless. For the absolute best and most diverse collection of Snowdonia footage available, explore my full range on ChrisHomer.uk. I guarantee you'll find the perfect visuals to elevate your project.
Details:
Duration: 26 minutes 9 seconds
Clips: 75
File Size: 10.07GB
Resolution: 4K UHD
Step back in time to 2016 with this unique archive collection featuring Snowdon mountain summit and the formidable Crib Goch. This footage was shot in early 2016 using what was then a high-tech drone, and I've dug it out of the archive to offer it at a bargain price. You get full rights to use it anywhere, including TV and film, with no extra fees for 4K. This pack is an amazing piece of history, showcasing Snowdon before its widespread glorification on social media, making it appear wonderfully empty of people.
About Snowdon and Crib Goch: Snowdon (Yr Wyddfa) is the highest mountain in Wales, standing at 1,085 metres (3,560 ft) above sea level, and is located in Snowdonia National Park. It's an iconic peak, popular with hikers and climbers. Crib Goch is a knife-edge ridge on the Snowdon massif, considered one of the most challenging and notorious scrambles in the UK.
Footage Highlights:
Magical Summit Scenes: Enjoy magical shots of Snowdon summit at sunrise and the surrounding area, including Llyn Llydaw, Crib Goch, and wide views over Snowdonia National Park.
Iconic Peaks: Features views of Y Lliwedd and Garnedd Ugain, both part of the Snowdon massif.
Historic Glimpse: See the summit cafe at Snowdon bathed in dawn light – truly magnificent, and the summit of Snowdon itself, empty! It's a piece of history, showcasing the mountain before the surge of social media fame.
Amazing Views: The views are unchanging, yet somehow different, offering amazing value for this unique historical perspective.
Ideal For: This archive pack is perfect for documentaries, historical features, or any project needing authentic footage of Snowdon and Crib Goch from 2016.
Licensing: This footage offers amazing value. You have full rights to use it anywhere, including TV and film, with no extra fees for 4K. Full terms apply. Be sure to check out some of my more recent Snowdonia stock footage, as I have the best shots ever captured in my other packs!