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Moel Famau Festive 'Piece of String' Race

Name: Moel Famau Festive 'Piece of String' Race
Start: 2025-12-20
End: 2025-12-20
Location: Bwlch Penbarras

Bwlch Penbarras, United Kingdom • 20 Dec 2025

The Moel Famau Festive 'Piece of String' Race is a unique running event held on the last Saturday before Christmas at Bwlch Penbarras. Participants can expect a surprise distance and route, ranging between 6 and 12 kilometers, which will be revealed as the race progresses. The event includes a Canicross race and is designed to be fun and inclusive for all abilities. Runners will enjoy a well-marked and marshalled course featuring hills, and upon completion, they will be rewarded with a festive medal and a mince pie. A kit requirement will be communicated closer to the event date, considering weather conditions. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom Wales Bwlch Penbarras

Race information

Website Registration

12 km

Between 6 and 12 Kilometers

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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