Beacons to the Blacks Ultra 50 & 32m plus Marathon & Half Marathon

About this event

This self-navigation challenge takes runners across 50 miles, 32 miles, or 13.2 miles through the Brecon Beacons and Black Mountains. Each participant navigates using a provided waterproof map and mandatory tracker, making this an event for experienced runners comfortable with mountain navigation. The route connects these two distinctive Welsh ranges, offering varied terrain and remote mountain sections. Checkpoints provide water and the option for outside support, while mountain medics patrol the course. Race headquarters at Perth Y Pia serves as the hub for registration, kit checks, and camping the night before. The combination of distance, self-navigation, and mountain terrain makes this a serious undertaking suited to those ready for an independent backcountry challenge.