Crib Goch & The Snowdon Horseshoe

Crib Goch and the Snowdon Horseshoe 2026 Open Group Dates: Tuesday 16th June 2026 Thursday 9th July 2026 Saturday 1st August 2026 Sunday 27th September 2026 £75 per person | Strict 1:4 Ratio | Guaranteed to Run The Snowdon Horseshoe (Pedol yr Wyddfa) is the finest mountain day in Wales. From the iconic knife-edge of Crib Goch to the surprise of joining the Llanberis path and the sheer scale of Y Lliwedd’s mighty cliffs, it doesn’t get better. This demanding 14km route involves 1200m of ascent and takes 7–8 hours. THE ROUTE: Meeting at Pen-y-Pass, we begin on the Pyg Track before branching off to scramble the exposed, stunning ridge of Crib Goch, the highlight of the day. We continue across Crib y Ddysgl to our second summit, Garnedd Ugain. After crossing the summit of Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon), a steep descent via the Watkin Path leads us to the final challenge: the rocky, ridge-like peaks of Y Lliwedd, before returning to the Miners Track. CORE HIGHLIGHTS: Crib Goch Traverse: Navigate the most famous Grade 1 scramble in the UK under expert supervision. The Full Horseshoe: Complete the entire circuit, including the spectacular scrambling over Y Lliwedd. Small Group Safety: We maintain a strict 1:4 ratio for maximum safety and coaching on technical ground. WHY BOOK WITH MOUNTAIN CRAFT? Expert Coaching: Our professional leaders focus on building your confidence and mastering movement on exposed rock. Guaranteed to Run: Your booking is secure. We never cancel due to low participant numbers, so you can plan with peace of mind. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE: This is a physically demanding day with serious exposure and scrambling. You must have experience on similar Grade 1 scrambles, preferably with Mountain Craft. If you are new to scrambling, please contact us; we have alternative events designed to introduce you to this terrain. WHATS INCLUDED: A full day of expert guiding and scrambling coaching (Max 1:4 ratio). Professional insight into the landscape, local history, and wildlife. Logistics advice for Pen-y-Pass parking and Sherpa bus services. Pre-event support and kit advice. PRIVATE BOOKINGS: Looking for a bespoke date? Head to ‘Bespoke Private Guiding’ to check availability. Private days start from £275. Have questions about fitness, kit, or weather? Scroll down to the FAQs below.