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Paddy Buckley Recce - Carneddau

Capel Curig, United Kingdom • 29 Mar 2026

Event Overview

This event is a guided recce of the Carneddau leg of the Paddy Buckley Round. The route runs from the Ogwen Valley to Capel Curig in Snowdonia National Park, North Wales.

Route Details

The leg covers a distance of 16km with 1,245m of ascent over mountainous terrain. The Paddy Buckley Round itself is one of the UK's "big three" mountain rounds, covering 61 miles and 47 peaks.

Event Format

Participants will run in small groups. The activity is guided by experienced runners who hold Mountain Leader qualifications and have personal experience completing the full Paddy Buckley Round.

Practical Information

The event is scheduled for Sunday, 29th March 2026. The entry fee is £65.00, and the minimum age for participants is 18. The organizer also offers recce days for other legs of the Paddy Buckley Round. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom Wales Capel Curig

Race information

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16 km
Paddy Buckley Recce / Fun Run -Carneddau
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