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Name: Welsh 3000’s Ultra Run
Start: 2026-06-27
End: 2026-06-27
Location: Llanberis

Llanberis, United Kingdom • 27 Jun 2026

Welsh 3000's Ultra Run is a guided mountain day across Snowdonia in North Wales, covering 30 miles (50 km) and 4,000 meters of ascent. The route traverses Snowdon’s ranges—the Snowdon range, Carneddau, Glyderau—and includes Crib Goch traverse. The event is not a race but a guided mountain run designed to showcase the 15 Welsh 3,000 ft peaks, with experienced trail runners, British Mountain Leader qualifications, plus British Athletics qualifications. Logistics are handled with transport to the start, a mountain guide, and a support vehicle; premium food stations provide hot and cold food throughout. Suitable for determined marathon-distance runners aged 18+. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom Wales Llanberis

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50 km

4000 m+

Welsh 3,000's Ultra Run - Approximately 30 Miles (50 Km) With 4,000 M Height Gain

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

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