Local events in and around Llanberis and Snowdon
Saturday 19th and Sunday 20th May 2012 - A charity challenge to raise awareness about prostate cancer and raise funds for the Prostate Cancer Research Centre. Register online.
The Slateman Snowdonia Triathlon
Sunday 20th May 2012 - The second time this challenge has been held. "The race venue will be Llanberis, the unofficial adventure sports capital of Wales. The start and finish will be at the foot of Snowdon, the highest peak in England and Wales. The surrounding scenery along the race route is stunning, this event offers a challenge for everyone regardless of fitness and experience." Register online.
Monday 28th May 2012 - Day 10 of the Olympic Flame Relay reaches Bangor via Caernarfon.
Saturday 7th July 2012 - Now in its 12th year, the Snowdonia Charity Challenge is a triathlon type of event, involving teams of 4 people cycling 40 miles, climbing Snowdon and canoeing around a lake course. It takes around 6 hours (or more!. Money raised goes to REGAIN, supporting men and women who have become severley paralysed following a sporting accident.
The 37th International Snowdon Race
Saturday 21st July 2012 - The annual event for 500 mountain runners from all over the world to face a gruelling challenge.
The Anglesey Sandman Triathlon
Sunday 16th September 2012 - "The race venue will be Newborough Forest, the start and finish set in an exclusive area within the 700 ha woods adjacent to Llanddwyn Beach. In an area of outstanding natural beauty, the surrounding scenery along the race route is stunning, this event offers a challenge for everyone regardless of fitness and experience." Register online.
Sunday 4th November - A winter tri event taking place in the heart of Snowdonia.
The Welsh 3000s (The 14 Peaks)
Reach the summit of all the Welsh mountains over 3000ft within the space of 24 hours, without using transport. A 24 mile challenge.