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Paddy Buckley Recce - Moelwyns

Capel Curig, United Kingdom • 3 May 2026

Event details

The Paddy Buckley Recce / Fun Run - Moelwyns is scheduled for Sunday 3 May 2026 in Capel Curig, North Wales (LL24 0EN). The event is organised by Adventure Awaits. Entry opens 17 September 2025 and closes 1 May 2026. The entry fee is £95. The minimum age is 18 on the event date.

Route and format

The event is a recce of the Paddy Buckley Round leg from Capel Curig to Nantmoor over the Moelwyns. The leg distance is 35 km with 2,500 m of height gain. The full Paddy Buckley Round is described as 61 miles, crossing 47 peaks with over 8,500 m of height gain; this event covers one leg of that round. Participants run in small groups led by experienced runners who hold at least Mountain Leader qualifications and who have completed the round. The event offers an option to purchase XCover for possible refunds under specified circumstances. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom Wales Capel Curig

Race information

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35 km
2500 m+
Capel Curig to Nantmoor Leg (35km)
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