Ogwen | Yr Helgi Du

APR

12

2026

Take on the rugged peaks of Eryri at Ogwen | Yr Helgi Du near Capel Curig, with 40 km, 25 km and 15 km mountain courses featuring technical trails and sweeping Glyderau and Carneddau views. Finishers enjoy a lively event village with music, food and a themed memento.

Sun 12 Apr 2026

Capel Curig, Wales

Website Registration

40 kilometers 25 kilometers 15 kilometers

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Event overview

Ogwen | Yr Helgi Du 2026 is a mountain running event at Plas y Brenin, Capel Curig, in Eryri (Snowdonia), UK, held on 12 April 2026. The event is organised by Always Aim High Events and takes place around the Ogwen Valley and surrounding mountain ranges. The course is described as mountain racing with technical terrain and marked trails.

Distances

40 km
25 km
15 km

Course and support

The 40 km route includes parts of the Glyderau range and additional ascent; the event also passes through the Carneddau skyline. On-course support includes mountain leader presence, marshals, signage, energy stations, and support vehicles. The event is listed as a Skyrunning-certified course and is UTMB/ITRA associated through partners.

Event services and logistics

The event features a central event village with music, commentary, shopping, food, drink, and toilets. Timing is by chip with online results. Finishers receive a themed memento. Registration information on the source page indicates tickets are currently sold out. The event is bilingual with signs, registration, and commentary available in English and Welsh. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

40 km

40k

25 km

25k

15 km

15k