Paddy Buckley Recce - Carneddau

Capel Curig, United Kingdom • 29 Mar 2026

Event details

The event takes place on 29 March 2026 in Capel Curig, North Wales (LL24 0EN). It is organised by Adventure Awaits. Entry opens 17 September 2025 and closes 27 March 2026. The entry fee is £65. The minimum age is 18 on the event date. Entry requires registration or login with SiEntries. The event offers an option to purchase XCover for potential refunds and has a cancellation and refund policy.

Route and format

The event is a recce of the Paddy Buckley leg from Ogwen Valley to Capel Curig over the Carneddau. The leg is 16 km with 1,245 m of height gain. The Paddy Buckley Round is described as a larger route through Snowdonia covering 61 miles, crossing 47 peaks with over 8,500 m of total height gain; this event covers one leg of that round. Participants run in small groups and are guided by experienced runners who hold at least Mountain Leader qualifications and who have completed the full round. Guides can offer route advice and technical guidance during the run. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

16 km
1245 m+
16km (ogwen Valley to Capel Curig Leg)
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