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Welsh 3000’s Ultra Run

Llanberis, United Kingdom • 2 May 2026

Event

The Welsh 3000's Ultra Run takes place on 2 May 2026 in Snowdonia, North Wales. The event is organised by Adventure Awaits and is described as a guided mountain run rather than a race. The minimum age to enter is 18. Bookings open on 4 July 2025 and close on 24 April 2026. The stated booking fee is £170. An optional XCover purchase is offered for possible refunds in case of inability to attend.

Course and logistics

The route covers the 15 Welsh 3,000 ft peaks across the Snowdon, Carneddau and Glyderau ranges. The course distance is approximately 30 miles (50 km) with about 4,000 m of total ascent. The event includes transport to the start, a mountain guide, and a support vehicle. Guides are described as experienced trail runners holding British Mountain Leader and British Athletics qualifications. Food stations provide a selection of hot and cold items. The event listing gives geographic coordinates (latitude 53.127676, longitude -4.136470) and a what3words reference pheasants.enthused.scowls. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom Wales Llanberis

Race information

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50 km
Welsh 3,000s Route – Approx. 30 Miles (50 Km) and 4,000 M Ascent
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