Snowdonia Mountain Skills Weekend

Dyffryn Nantlle, United Kingdom • 12 Sep 2025

The Snowdonia Mountain Skills Weekend, organized by Running Adventures, is a challenging trail running event held in the Nantlle Valley from September 12-14, 2025. Designed for experienced runners, participants will learn mountain navigation, scrambling, and safety skills through guided runs on rugged terrain, including a summit ascent of Cnicht and Snowdon. The weekend features scenic ridge lines, high peaks, and unpredictable weather, offering an immersive mountain environment. Attendees stay at Capel Tanrallt, enjoy guided runs, coaching, and social activities, making it ideal for those preparing for mountain races or seeking adventure in Snowdonia’s stunning landscape. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

10 mi
4000 m+
10 Miles
8 mi
3414 m+
8 Miles
5 mi
1936 m+
5 Miles
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