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Paddy Buckley Round

Capel Curig, United Kingdom • 22-24 Jul 2025

The Paddy Buckley Round is a challenging, professionally guided running event held in Northern Snowdonia, Wales. Covering a loop of just over 100 km with approximately 9,000 meters of ascent and descent, it includes 47 mountain tops across major ranges such as Moelwyn and Nantle Ridge. The event is completed over three days, with participants running up to 40 km daily at a steady pace, walking steep and technical sections. Each day starts and finishes in Capel Curig, offering various accommodation options. The round is considered tougher than the Bob Graham and Ramsey Rounds and includes full support with experienced guides, refueling points, and transport. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom Wales Capel Curig

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100 km
9000 m+
100km
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