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Ogwen | Yr Helgi Du

Capel Curig, United Kingdom • 12 Apr 2026

Ogwen | Yr Helgi Du 2026

Ogwen | Yr Helgi Du is a skyrunning event held in the Ogwen Valley within the Eryri region. The event is based at Plas y Brenin, the National Outdoor Centre, located in Capel Curig, Betws-y-Coed. The course takes participants through mountain landscapes characterized by technical terrain, trails, and peaks.

This event features three distinct distances for participants to choose from:

  • 10 km
  • 25 km
  • 40 km

The routes are designed as pure mountain races, utilizing the dramatic geography of one of the most prominent valleys in Wales. The terrain includes elevation changes and technical sections consistent with skyrunning standards.

Participants who complete the event receive a Welsh Slate Coaster as a prize. The event is managed by Always Aim High Events and is hosted at a national outdoor center that provides a professional setting for mountain sports. The venue is situated in the north of Wales, specifically within the LL24 postcode area. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom Wales Capel Curig

Race information

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UTMB 20K UTMB 50K
40 km
40k
25 km
25k
15 km
15k
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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