Welsh 3000 Challenge (14 Peaks)

Capel Curig, United Kingdom • 18 Jul 2026

Event overview

The Welsh 3000 Challenge (14 Peaks) is a guided mountain challenge in Snowdonia, based at Capel Curig, taking place on Saturday 18 July 2026. Participants aim to climb all 14 peaks officially recognised as over 3000 ft in a continuous route. The route highlights include Snowdon, the knife-edged ridge of Crib Goch, scrambling on the Glyders and Tryfan, and sections across the Carneddau range. The total route is about 50 km with close to 4000 m of ascent. Some sections involve exposed scrambling; Crib Goch will only be attempted in good weather and can be avoided by anyone who prefers.

Format and practical details

There are two main formats: a 20hr challenge and a 2-day challenge (Saturday to Sunday). Entry fees are shown as 20hr - £299 and 2 day - £399, with an instalment option. The event uses low guiding ratios (1:4) and is led by qualified Mountain Leaders and Mountaineering Instructors. Two pace options are provided - a guided run and a guided walk. Support during the event includes food and drink at three road-crossing checkpoints, a following support team for withdrawals, navigation guidance, and transport back to the start. Entries open 30 July 2025 and close 12 July 2026. Organizer: Climb South West Ltd. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

20 km
20hr Challenge
2 Day Challenge
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