Marathon Eryri
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Marathon Eryri : race information
Marathon Eryri is a marathon first held in 1982 and set in Eryri National Park. The course encircles Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon), described in the event information as Wales' and England's highest peak. The race starts just outside Llanberis and finishes in Llanberis, with the event headquarters at the Electric Mountain visitor centre in the village. Registration takes place at the car park area of the former Electric Mountain visitor centre, where runners collect their race packs.
The organisers note that the route has a demanding profile and that weather at this time of year can be challenging; runners are advised to carry some form of body cover. Parking is available in pay-and-display car parks around Llanberis, all within walking distance of the registration area. The event promotes lower carbon travel and suggests sharing lifts; public transport options include train to Bangor with connecting buses to Llanberis and services from Caernarfon.
Prizes are awarded in male and female categories for overall places and in a series of age-group categories (including O40, O45, O50 and onward), plus local and team awards (three to count). A prize of £1000 is offered to any runner who breaks the race record. The winner receives the Michael Forte Challenge Trophy, a large sterling silver trophy presented annually since 1982; it is described as weighing 203 ounces and standing 33 inches tall.
Spectator advice and details on road closures and race route are available through the event documentation. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
