Paddy Buckley Recce - Moelwyns
Capel Curig, United Kingdom • 3 May 2026
Paddy Buckley Recce - Moelwyns
This mountain running event focuses on the Moelwyns leg of the Paddy Buckley Round. Participants follow a route from Capel Curig to Nantmoor, covering a total distance of 35 km with approximately 2,500 m of elevation gain. The course is situated within Snowdonia National Park in North Wales and follows the specific section of the 61-mile Paddy Buckley route.
The event is organized into small groups, providing runners with an opportunity to gain intimate knowledge of the terrain and the specific lines used by those attempting the full round. The run is lead by guides who hold a minimum of a Mountain Leader qualification. These guides have personal experience completing the full Paddy Buckley Round and provide technical guidance on the route and mountain running skills throughout the day.
Participants must be 18 years or older at the time of the event. The run starts in Capel Curig and serves as a practical training session for the technical segments and height gain associated with this particular leg of the Welsh mountain challenge. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
- 35 km route distance
- 2,500 m total height gain
- Linear route from Capel Curig to Nantmoor