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Ponderosa

Name: Ponderosa
Start: 2026-07-29
End: 2026-07-29
Location: Horseshoe Pass

Horseshoe Pass, United Kingdom • 29 Jul 2026

Ponderosa

Ponderosa is a fell running event held at Ponderosa café on Horseshoe Pass near Llangollen (LL20 8DR, GR 193481). The course covers approximately 6.4 km / 4 mi with around 289 m / 948 ft of climb. The route is described as BS partially marked.

Minimum entry age is over 16. Entry is available on the day for a fee of £5. The event is insured by WFRA.

There are no toilet facilities at the venue because the café is closed. A three-word location reference for the area is tilting.suspends.straw.

Safety arrangements note that the course is only partially marked, so participants should plan accordingly and use appropriate navigation and safety equipment for fell running conditions. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom Wales Horseshoe Pass

Race information

Registration

6 km

Ponderosa

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

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