Open to Offas
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Open to Offas
Open to Offas is a long established run and walk held from Cilcain Village Hall in Flintshire, northeast Wales. The event offers three distance options and follows routes that climb the Clwydian Hills and follow the Offa's Dyke Path over Moel Famau, with a return through wooded countryside and Loggerheads Country Park. The longer courses continue over Moel Fenlli towards Llanarmon-yn-Ial. The route runs along ridge paths and through country park and woodland sections.
Distances:
- 32 miles (52 km) - 6377 ft (1944 m) elevation
- 24 miles (40 km) - 4945 ft (1507 m) elevation
- 16 miles (25.5 km) - 2792 ft (851 m) elevation
Entry includes a detailed route description, refreshments at checkpoints and the finish, and a certificate. Dogs are allowed if kept on a lead but are not permitted inside Cilcain Village Hall. Under 18s must be accompanied by an adult. Participants are expected to carry a map (Explorer 265 or Landranger 116) or an electronic equivalent. The event is organised in August and is based just inside North Wales, with the stated driving time from some English cities noted in event information. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
