During daylight hours Snowdon is a wonderful challenge. Taking it on in the dark brings a whole new adventure.
Climb to the summit of Yr Wyddfa / Snowdon at night to see the sunrise across Snowdonia. Enjoy the start of a brand new day with a Snowdon Sunrise and views across the mountains and coast from Wales’ highest mountain.
Yr Wyddfa, stands at 1085 metres and is the highest mountain in Wales (and England). Its rugged beauty attracts people from all over the world. Views from the summit have been voted the best views in the UK.
You will set off from Llanberis in the early hours of the 12th of September and reach the top in time for sunrise.
Registration
Registration is just £15 and we ask in return is that you pledge to raise a minimum of £80 to help all those affected by cancer.
Why join Team Tenovus Cancer Care?
You’ll receive the best care and support from our friendly Fundraising Team along with some additional goodies to help with your fundraising:
- A Team Tenovus Cancer Care T-shirt – to wear proudly on the day,
- Our helpful Fundraising Pack.
- Social Media support.
- Expert advice and care from our professional and friendly Fundraising Team.
- The loudest cheers and support on the day of your challenge!
Why we need you
We rely on supporters like you so we can continue to provide essential care and support for cancer patients and their loved ones, where and when they need us most.
We started with funding the search for better treatments. Today, thanks to amazing people like you, that work includes so much more: treatment, care and support to thousands of people every year, when and where it is needed.
By taking part in our Snowdon Sunrise Challenge, you’ll be helping to support cancer patients and their loved ones in Wales and beyond. We know that a cancer diagnosis can be scary, which is why our Free Phone Support Line is available for anyone affected by cancer. Our friendly and professional nurses are available 365 days a year on 0808 808 1010.
DISTANCE: 9 MILES / 14.6 KM
TIME: 5-8 HOURS
START HEIGHT: 108M
FINISH HEIGHT: 1085M
HEIGHT GAIN: 977M
ASCENT
The path (although starting with a steep tarmac section which isn’t the best introduction to the mountain) climbs steadily uphill via a rocky path until you reach Hebron gate at 352m after about 1.2 miles (2 km).
The going gets easier here for a while as we climb towards half way house, which many people think is halfway distance to the summit. It is actually just over halfway distance at 2.4 miles (4 km) with 2.1 miles (3.3 km) left to the summit. It is the height which is halfway as it is at 540m.
The path continues to climb steady at first until we arrive at the Allt Moses steps at 3 miles (4.8 km) and 645m in height.
For the next 0.3 miles (0.5 km) the path climbs steeply on steps and rocky paths as we quickly gain 135m in height before arriving at Clogwyn station bridge.
Clogwyn Bridge is at 3.4 miles (5.4 km) and 780m in height and once through under the bridge we have fantastic views down into Cwm Hetiau, Nant Peris and across to the Glyderau mountain range.
Continuing above Clogwyn bridge we ascend steeply via a difficult scree slope towards Bwlch Glas. Here you will see the junction of paths (Ranger path, Crib Goch and Pyg Track) that come together for the final few hundred metres to the summit.
Take a moment to view the spectacular ridge of Crib Goch (red ridge) and down into the Cwm that holds Llyn Glaslyn and Llyn Llydaw reservoir.
From here it is just under 0.4 miles (0.6km) to the summit of Snowdon (Yr Wyddfa), the highest mountain in Wales at 1085m!
DESCENT
On the way back down it offers fantastic views towards Llanberis and the Dinorwig slate quarries. In the distance Elidir Fawr and to the west Moel Elio, Moel Cynghorion, Foel Goch and Foel Gron.
On a clear day you can see across the mountains and over the Menai straights towards Anglesey.
(For our descent we simply reverse the route back to Llanberis)
What's included?
- Qualified, experienced mountain leader with you all the way (ratio 1:8 or less)
- Kit and Training advice
- Friendly support on the end of the phone/email to answer any questions running up to your event
- Information Pack 2-4 weeks before
Who's it for?
If you are 16 or over, of a reasonable fitness and can walk 3-4 hours comfortably with some hill walking experience then this challenge is for you.
A reasonable head for heights would be good.
If you are not sure about fitness levels but are committed to put in some training over the next few months we have specially designed training plans to help you along the way. We recommend the ‘Challenging’ training plan for this event.
All walkers should be 14 and over and any under 18’s should be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Sorry, no dogs.
Get in Touch
For more information, please contact our fundraising team on [email protected] or call 02920 768863