Beacons Ultra
Talybont-on-Usk, United Kingdom • 7 Nov 2026
Beacons Ultra, Marathon and Half 2026
The Beacons Ultra, Marathon and Half takes place on 7 November 2026 in Talybont on Usk, Powys. Races start and finish in the town near Henderson Hall and use routes in the foothills of the Brecon Beacons.
- 49 mile ultra
- 26 mile marathon
- 13 mile half marathon
The ultra is run as two loops of a 23 mile course with an out and back to Pen y Fan on the first loop. Total elevation for the ultra is 2,258 metres (7,408 feet).
The marathon follows a single loop of the classic ultra route and includes a short ascent to Pen y Fan. Marathon total elevation is 1,319 metres (4,327 feet).
The half marathon is a 13ish mile route in and around Talybont on Usk. The course goes east of the village and takes in Tor Y Foel (551 m) and the Talybont reservoir. Half marathon total elevation is 543 metres (1,781 feet).
Routes use a mix of trail, mountain, canal and road terrain. The event is held in mid November, when climatic conditions can vary considerably. Entries open 1 December 2025 and close 1 November 2026. The minimum age is 18. Entry fees listed are Ultra £80, Marathon £60, Half Marathon £40. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.