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The Druid

Name: The Druid
Start: 2026-07-08
End: 2026-07-08
Location: Llanferres

Llanferres, United Kingdom • 8 Jul 2026

The Druid

The Druid is a running race based at the Druid Inn in Llanferres, CH7 5SN, located on the A494 west of Mold. The location is given with grid reference GR 188605 and the what3words reference ticking.hence.senses.

The course distance is 8 km (about 5 miles) with total climb of 366 m (1201 ft). The route is described as BS partially marked for safety. Minimum entry age is over 16.

Entry is on the day only with a fee of £4. There is limited parking at the venue and participants are asked to car share where possible. The event is insured by the Welsh Fell Runners Association.

Course records are listed by time and year: male record 33:19 set in 2025, and female record 42:33 set in 2019. A course map is available as part of the event information.

Information provided focuses on the course, safety marking, age requirement, entry procedure, parking constraints, and insurance. No specific start or finish times are stated. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom Wales Llanferres

Race information

Registration

8 km

The Druid

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

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