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Rhydycroesau Fell Run

Name: Rhydycroesau Fell Run
Start: 2026-08-22
End: 2026-08-22
Location: Llansilin

Llansilin, United Kingdom • 22 Aug 2026

Rhydycroesau Fell Run

The Rhydycroesau Fell Run is a 8.8 km (5.5 mile) multi-terrain fell race with 225 m (738 ft) of ascent. The course is partially marked and limited experience is required. Minimum age for entry is over 15.

The race starts and finishes in the heart of a traditional country village show. The route includes a short section of tarmac followed by tracks, paths and fields that lead to the Pen Y Gwely reservoir, running through borderland countryside. The event is held in conjunction with the local village show.

Entry on the day is priced at £7. The event is insured by the Welsh Fell Runners Association. Course records are noted as 32:20 for the male record (2022) and 40:59 for the female record (2022).

Location is given as Rhydycroesau SY10 7PS, approximately 3.5 miles west of Oswestry on the B4580. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom Wales Llansilin

Race information

Registration

6 mi

Fell Run

9 km

Fell Run

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

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