Welsh Three Peaks Challenge - Long weekend

How to find us

Maria will be at the meeting point detailed in the section "Transport and Meeting Point" below. In case of difficulties locating her, you can call her on 07535295739 (texts cannot be replied to)

Driving Route

The Welsh Three Peaks driving route, north to south, is as follows:

Snowdon to Cadair Idris

Taking approximately an hour and a half.

• A4086 south from Llanberis through Pen y Pass
• Left onto A498 through Beddgelert to Aberglaslyn, left over bridge onto A4085
• At Garreg, left onto B4410
• At Maentwrog, left onto A487
• Carry on to A470 past Trawsfynydd down to Dolgellau
• After Dolgellau, right onto the A487 by the Cross Foxes Inn
• Left just after the Minffordd Hotel to the Dôl Idris car park

Cadair Idris to Pen y Fan

Taking approximately two hours twenty minutes.

• A487 south to Machynlleth
• Left at the town clock and right in the middle of the town onto Forge Road
• Right at the T-junction onto B4518 to Llanidloes
• First exit at roundabout in Llanidloes and then right at second, onto A470
• Through Rhayader, Builth Wells, Brecon, remain on A470
• At the Storey Arms, parking is either immediately opposite or 200 metres further on the left.

Safety

This hike is led by a trained hike leader and qualified Outdoor Activity First Aider. Outdoor activities involve a risk of personal injury. Please come with suitable hiking footwear and hiking clothes such as warm clothes, waterproof jacket and trousers in case of rain - more info

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