The Welsh Three Peaks Challenge - 8th, 9th & 10th May 2026

What a challenge this is! The scenery alone makes this a cracking road trip through the heart of Wales. 
 
Leaving the Brecon Beacons National Park, we follow the River Wye up to mid Wales with the Cambrian mountains for company before entering the knarly Snowdonia National Park. 
 
The Welsh Three Peaks Challenge takes in Snowdon in the North, Cadair Idris in mid-Wales and Pen y Fan in the South.
 
It includes a total walking distance of 17 miles (27.4km) and an ascent of 2334 metres (7657ft) in less than 24-hours. 
 
ITINERARY
 
Friday 8th May.
 
1500hrs: Depart for the Brecon Beacons.
1900hrs: Arrive and climb Pen Y Fan.
2200hrs: Depart for Snowdonia.
 
Saturday 9th May.
 
0200hrs: Arrive and climb Snowdon.
0700hrs: Depart for Cadair Idris.
1000hrs: Arrive and climb Cadair Idris.
1500hrs: Challenge complete and depart for overnight B&B in Crickhowell (Brecon Beacons) for meal, medals and drinks. Approximate arrival time 1900hrs. 
 
Sunday 10th May.
 
0900hrs: Breakfast and depart.
 
All timings are approximate. 
 
WHAT'S INCLUDED
 
Driver.
Mountain Leader.
Official Three Peaks medal.
One night B&B. 
 
WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED
 
The cost of the minibus and fuel which will be divided up between participants upon completion. Usually around £120 each. 
 
All other drinks, meals and snacks. 
 
NOTE:
 
All participants must complete a training day in the Brecon Beacons on 14th March at a cost of £20pp. 
 
50% deposits are non refundable at time of booking.