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Penmaenmawr Fell Race

Name: Penmaenmawr Fell Race
Start: 2026-11-14
End: 2026-11-14
Location: Dwygyfylchi

Dwygyfylchi, United Kingdom • 14 Nov 2026

Penmaenmawr Fell Race

The Penmaenmawr Fell Race is a fell running event based at Capelulo Village Hall, Dwygyfylchi (postcode LL24 8YU, grid reference SH 744764). The course distance is 16.1 km (10 miles) with approximately 594 m of ascent. The minimum age for entry is over 18. The event is insured by the Welsh Fell Runners Association.

The route is partially marked and requires navigational skills; local knowledge and prior fell running experience are beneficial. Course records are listed as 01:08:38 for men (2015) and 1:22:17 for women (2011). Entry is online only with a stated entry fee of £12.

Logistics note: parking is limited. Designated car parks are available at grid references SH 754769, SH 759769 and SH 749770, and a free bus serves the start. An early start option is offered for competitors who expect to complete the course in roughly 2.5 to 3 hours, with the main start for other competitors. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom Wales Dwygyfylchi

Race information

Registration

16 km

Penmaenmawr Fell Race

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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