Paddy Buckley Recce Fun Run - Snowdon

Llanberis, United Kingdom • 14 Jun 2026

Paddy Buckley Recce Fun Run - Snowdon

The Paddy Buckley Recce Fun Run - Snowdon is a guided mountain running event located in the Snowdonia National Park in North Wales. This event focuses on a specific section of the Paddy Buckley Round, a recognized endurance route that covers 47 peaks. Participants run the leg starting from Beddgelert Forest (A4085) and finishing in Llanberis, traversing the Snowdon Range.

The course covers a total distance of 20 km and features 1,900 m of vertical height gain. This section is part of a larger 61-mile circuit that includes over 8,500m of total elevation. The run is designed to provide participants with technical knowledge of the terrain and specific runner lines.

Activities are conducted in small groups. Each group is led by experienced guides who hold Mountain Leader qualifications as a minimum requirement. These guides have completed the Paddy Buckley Round and provide information regarding route selection and technical mountain skills.

The event is open to individuals aged 18 and older. Registration is managed through a pre-entry system, and participants have the option to include entry protection for unforeseen circumstances. The route concludes in the village of Llanberis. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

  • 20 km (1,900 m elevation gain)

Race information

20 km
Paddy Buckley Recce / Fun Run - Snowdon
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